The wait is over for young diploma holders who dream of wearing the Navy uniform. The Indian Navy has officially released the notification for Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive invites applications from unmarried Indian male candidates for the 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches.
This is a prestigious opportunity to serve the nation at sea while earning a respectable monthly package and enjoying comprehensive benefits. The application process began on 5 June 2026 and will remain open until 29 June 2026. Candidates are selected through the Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET 2/2026) followed by a Physical Fitness Test and medical examination.
This article provides a complete guide to the Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026, including important dates, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process, salary structure, and a step-by-step guide to applying online.
| Organization | Indian Navy (Ministry of Defence) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Agniveer (Apprentice) – Engineering & Electrical Branches |
| Batches | 01/2027 & 02/2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Scheme | Agnipath Scheme (Navy Act 1957) |
| Official Website | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 2 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 5 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 June 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 June 2026 |
| Correction Window Open | 6 July 2026 |
| INET 2/2026 Examination | August 2026 |
| Result Declaration | End of August 2026 / Early September 2026 |
Candidates are advised to verify all dates from the official Indian Navy website.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 550 + 18% GST |
| SC / ST | ₹ 550 + 18% GST |
| Sponsored / NCC 'C' Certificate Holders | Exempted from Stage I INET |
Payment modes: Online via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI. The fee once paid is non-refundable.
Candidates must be born between the following dates (both dates inclusive):
| Batch | Date of Birth (From) | Date of Birth (To) |
|---|---|---|
| 01/2027 Batch | 01 December 2004 | 31 May 2009 |
| 02/2027 Batch | 01 May 2005 | 31 October 2009 |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules. Candidates must refer to the official notification for category-wise details.
The exact number of vacancies for the Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 is yet to be announced by the Indian Navy. The trade-wise number of vacancies will be decided based on service requirements and announced on the candidate registration portal.
| Branch | Eligible Diploma Trades |
|---|---|
| Engineering Branch | Marine Engineering & Systems, Mechanical, Production/Automobile, Refrigeration & AC, Repair & Maintenance, Power Plant, Industrial/Production, Maintenance, Machine, Manufacturing/Manufacturing Technology, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Instrumentation, Electronics Instrumentation & Control Engineering |
| Electrical Branch | Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation Technology, Electronics, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics Instrumentation & Control Engineering |
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Matriculation (Class 10) | Must have passed with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a board recognised by the Government of India |
| Diploma | Must have completed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering or Electrical trades from an AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institute with at least 50% marks in aggregate |
| Mandatory Requirement | Both Matriculation (50% aggregate) and Diploma (50% aggregate) qualifying marks are mandatory for eligibility |
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Running | 1.6 km in 06 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| Squat Ups (Uthak Baithak) | 20 Times |
| Push Ups | 15 Times |
| Bent Knee Sit-ups | 15 Times |
| Minimum Height | 157 cm |
The selection consists of multiple stages:
| Stage | Process | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | INET 2/2026 (Computer-Based Test) | Online objective examination (100 MCQs, 1 hour, bilingual, 0.25 negative marking) |
| Stage 2 | Physical Fitness Test (PFT) | Running, squats, push-ups, and sit-ups as per physical standards |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination | Recruitment medical followed by pre-enrolment medical at INS Chilka |
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 (1 mark per question) |
| Duration | 1 Hour (60 Minutes) |
| Language | Bilingual (Hindi & English) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Year | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹ 30,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹ 33,000 |
| 3rd Year | ₹ 36,500 |
| 4th Year | ₹ 40,000 |
The application process is entirely online. Follow these steps to submit your application successfully:
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 29 June 2026 (05:00 PM). The application window opened on 5 June 2026.
Ans: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) with minimum 50% marks and possess a 3-year Diploma from an AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institute with minimum 50% marks in relevant Engineering/Electrical trades.
Ans: The age limit is batch-specific: 01 December 2004 – 31 May 2009 for 01/2027 batch and 01 May 2005 – 31 October 2009 for 02/2027 batch.
Ans: The stipend starts at ₹30,000 per month in the first year, rising to ₹40,000 per month by the fourth year. Upon completion, candidates receive a Seva Nidhi corpus of ₹10.04 Lakhs.
Ans: The selection process consists of: INET 2/2026 (Computer-Based Test) → Physical Fitness Test (PFT) → Medical Examination.
Ans: The application fee is ₹550 + 18% GST for all categories. Sponsored candidates and NCC 'C' Certificate holders are exempted from the Stage I INET.
Ans: No. This recruitment is exclusively for unmarried male candidates.
Ans: The INET 2/2026 examination is tentatively scheduled for August 2026.
Ans: Yes. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Ans: Up to 25% of each batch may be offered permanent enrolment as Sailors/Artificers based on performance and organisational requirements. Agniveers are not eligible for Ex-Servicemen status and no pension or gratuity is provided.