Indian Navy Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment, Eligiblity, Age Limit, Application Fees, Selection process, Last Date, Apply Online, Indian Navy has released an official short notification for the recruitment of trainees under the Agniveer Recruitment 2026 initiative. This presents an excellent opportunity for candidates who have been awaiting this recruitment drive. All eligible and interested candidates may apply online by visiting the official website of the Indian Navy.
The application process for the Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment is scheduled to commence on June 5, 2026, and applications will be accepted until June 29, 2026. Candidates are advised to review the official notification prior to applying.
Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment
Indian Navy : Short Details of Notification
Advt. No. Agniveer (Apprentice) – 01/2027 and 02/2027 Batch | Short Details of Notification
Important Date
- Notification Released : 01 June 2026
- Application Start : 05 June 2026
- Last Date For Apply : 29 June 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment : 29 June 2026
- Correction Window : 06 Jul 2026
- Stage I – INET Examination : August 2026
- Result Declaration of Stage I – INET End Aug / Early : September 2026
- Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters – 01/2027 Batch : September 2026
- Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 : October 2026
- Induction at INS Chilka for 01/2027 Batch : December 2026 Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters – 02/2027 Batch : February 2027
- Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027 : March 2027
- Induction at INS Chilka for 02/2027 Batch : May 2027
Application Fees
- All Candidates (Stage I – INET) : 550/- + 18% GST (Total as applicable); payable online only
- Stage II Process : No separate fee for Stage II
- Payment Mode : Online only – Net Banking / Visa / Master / RuPay Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI
- Sponsor Candidates & NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders : Exempted from Stage I – INET; directly issued call-up for Stage II based on eligibility
- Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Mode Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking Only.
Age Limit
- Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 Batch : 01 December 2004 – 31 May 2009
- Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027 Batch : 01 May 2005 – 31 October 2009
- Eligible for INET 2/2026 : Candidates born between 01 Dec 2004 – 31 Oct 2009 are eligible to appear in INET 2/2026. They will be shortlisted for Stage II of the respective batch based on the batch-wise age criteria above.
- Age relaxation for Reserved Category candidates as per Rules.
No. of Post
N/A
Vacancy Details
| Stream | Trade / Diploma Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | Marine Engineering & Systems, Mechanical | To be notified based on service requirement |
| Production / Automobile | ||
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Repair and Maintenance | ||
| Power Plant Engineering | ||
| Machine, Manufacturing / Manufacturing Technology | ||
| Mechatronics | ||
| Metallurgy | ||
| Instrumentation, Electronics Instrumentation and Control Engineering | ||
| Industrial/Production, Maintenance | ||
| Electrical | Electrical, Electronics & Communication | To be notified based on service requirement |
| Instrumentation Technology | ||
| Electronics and Control Engineering | ||
| Electrical and Electronics |
Eligibility Criteria
- Only for Unmarried Male Candidates
- Class 10th Matric with 50% Minimum Marks and 3 Year Diploma from AICTE / Polytechnic with Minimum 50% Marks.
- Engineering Trade : Marine Engineering & Systems, Mechanical, Production/ Automobile, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Repair and Maintenance, Power Plant Engineering, Industrial/Production, Maintenance, Machine, Manufacturing/ Manufacturing Technology, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Instrumentation, Electronics Instrumentation and Control Engineering.
- Electrical Trade : Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation Technology, Electronics, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics Instrumentation and Control Engineering.
- For More Details Read the Official Notification PDF.
Physical Eligibility Details
- Running : 1.6 Km Run in 06 Min 30 Second
- Squats Uthak Baithak : 20
- Push Ups : 15
- Bent Knee (Sit Ups) : 15
Salary
| Year | Customised Package (Monthly) | In Hand – 70% (Monthly) | Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund – 30% (Monthly) | Contribution to Corpus Fund by GoI (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 | ₹10,950 | ₹10,950 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| Total in Agniveer Corpus Fund (Seva Nidhi) | ₹5.02 Lakh | ₹5.02 Lakh | ||
Selection Process
- INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test)
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Written Examination
- Recruitment Medical Examination
- Pre-Enrolment Medical at INS Chilka
Stage 1 – INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test)
Separate INET exams will be conducted for Electrical and Engineering entries. INET 2/2026 will be conducted in August 2026 with SSC as Exam Partner.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer-based |
| Total Questions | 100 questions of 1 mark each |
| Language | Bilingual – Hindi & English |
| Type | Objective / Multiple Choice |
| Sections | English & General Awareness, Science, Mathematics, and Diploma (Trade Specific) |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer |
| Passing Criteria | Must pass in all sections as well as in aggregate. Indian Navy reserves the right to determine pass marks in each section and in aggregate. |
| Centre Allocation | At the discretion of the Indian Navy; state preference to be indicated by candidate |
Stage 2 – Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Qualifying in PFT is mandatory for selection. Candidates undergoing PFT do so at their own risk.
| Gender | 1.6 Km Run | Squats (Uthak Baithak) | Push-ups | Bent Knee Sit-ups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 06 min 30 sec | 20 | 15 | 15 |
Stage 2 – Written Examination
Written exam is conducted only for candidates who qualify PFT. Two separate exams are conducted for Engineering and Electrical streams.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 questions of 1 mark each |
| Language | Bilingual – Hindi & English |
| Type | Objective / Multiple Choice |
| Sections | English & General Awareness, Science, Mathematics, and Diploma (Trade Specific) |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Passing Criteria | Must pass in all sections as well as in aggregate |
Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment: How to Apply
- Visit the official website (https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in/) of Indian Navy. Candidate Can Apply Between 05 June 2026 to 29 June 2026.
- Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying in “Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment“.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All details Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in/ |
| Age Calculator tool | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
| MMore Recruitments | Click Here |
Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment– Important Questions
When will start the online application for Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment?
The online application for this recruitment has started from 05 June 2026.
What is the last date to submit the Application form for this recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application Form is 29 June 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are total vacancies not confirmed.
What is the official website of Indian Navy?
The Official Website of Indian Navy is https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in/.
What is the selection process for Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment?
Candidates will be selected based on INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test) + Physical Fitness Test (PFT) + Written Examination + Recruitment Medical Examination + Pre-Enrolment Medical at INS Chilka.
