Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment has released a short notification for Agniveer Apprentice recruitment under the Agnipath Scheme. This opportunity is for candidates who want to join the naval technical trades after completing diploma-level education. The recruitment is for 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches.
The application process is online, and eligible candidates can apply through the official website. Many young aspirants from Jammu & Kashmir and other states are expected to apply for these posts due to stable career exposure and training in technical fields.
Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
The recruitment is for Agniveer (Apprentice) posts in Engineering and Electrical streams. Selected candidates will work in different naval units across India. The job comes under the Agnipath Scheme with a fixed service period of 4 years.
Candidates will receive monthly pay along with a Seva Nidhi corpus after completion of service.
The recruitment covers diploma-based technical trades such as Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Marine Engineering, and related fields.
Important Dates for Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The online application process will follow a fixed schedule:
- Application Start Date: 05 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 29 June 2026 (till 17:00 hours)
- Correction Window: 06 July 2026
- INET Exam (Stage-I): August 2026
- Stage-II for 01/2027 Batch: October 2026
- Training Start (01/2027 Batch): December 2026
- Stage-II for 02/2027 Batch: March 2027
- Training Start (02/2027 Batch): May 2027
Candidates should apply early to avoid last-minute server issues.
Eligibility Criteria for Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Age Limit
- 01/2027 Batch: Born between 01 Dec 2004 and 31 May 2009
- 02/2027 Batch: Born between 01 May 2005 and 31 Oct 2009
Educational Qualification
- Matriculation with at least 50% marks
- 3-Year Diploma in relevant trade from AICTE-recognised institute
- Minimum 50% marks in diploma also required
Other Conditions
- Only unmarried male candidates
- Marriage is not allowed during the 4-year service period
Pay and Benefits in Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Selected candidates will receive a structured monthly package:
- 1st Year: ₹30,000
- 2nd Year: ₹33,000
- 3rd Year: ₹36,500
- 4th Year: ₹40,000
Around 30% of the salary goes into a corpus fund, and equal contribution comes from the government. After completion of 4 years, candidates receive around ₹10.04 lakh as Seva Nidhi.
Other benefits include:
- Life insurance cover of ₹48 lakh
- Medical facilities
- Travel and dress allowance
- 30 days leave per year
- Risk and hardship allowance
No pension or gratuity is provided under this scheme.
Selection Process for Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The selection happens in multiple stages:
Stage-I: INET 2/2026 Exam
Computer-based test with objective questions from English, Mathematics, Science, General Awareness, and trade-related subjects.
Stage-II: Physical and Written Test
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Written examination
- Medical examination
Stage-III: Final Medical
Conducted at INS Chilka before final enrollment.
Exam Pattern (INET 2/2026)
- Total Questions: 100
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Marks: 1 mark per question
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark for wrong answer
Candidates must clear all sections separately as well as overall cutoff.
Physical Fitness Test Requirements
Candidates need to meet basic fitness standards:
- 1.6 km run: 6 minutes 30 seconds
- Push-ups: 15
- Sit-ups: 15
- Squats: 20
Regular physical preparation is important before appearing for the test.
How to Apply for Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit official website: joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Register as AVR (Apprentice)
- Login and select INET 2/2026 Agniveer Apprentice
- Fill personal and educational details carefully
- Upload recent photograph
- Pay application fee online
- Submit form and take printout
Correction window will be available after the closing date.
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