Agniveer General Duty (Women Military Police)

What is the eligibility criteria for Agniveer General Duty (Women Military Police)?

Candidates must meet the following qualitative requirements:

• Age: 17 1/2 - 22 years. The upper age limit is relaxable up to 30 years of age (as on date of joining training) in respect of widows of Defence personnel who have died in harness.
• Education: Class 10th /Matric pass with 45% marks in aggregate of five basic subjects and minimum 33% marks in each of those five subjects. For boards following grading system, grades commensurate to percentages, as above, will be considered. Indian Gorkhas – Class 10th simple pass.

Who can apply?

Unmarried female candidates are invited to apply.

Are there any special conditions for certain candidates?

Yes, the following categories are eligible under specific conditions:

• Widows of Defence Personnel: Eligible to apply for enrolment as Women Military Police. Such widows, even with children, will be eligible only if they have not remarried.
• Widowed, Divorced, or Legally Separated Women: Eligible provided they do not have any children and fulfill all other eligibility criteria.
• Candidates awaiting results: Candidates who have appeared in class 10th Board Exam and are awaiting results are also eligible, provided they fulfill all other qualification requirements. They must produce the original marksheet during Phase II of the recruitment process.

What is the Date of Birth criteria?

Candidates born between 01 Jul 2005 to 01 Jul 2009 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply.

What are the Physical Standards?

Height: Minimum 162 cms.

Weight: Weight standards are based on BMI as per the chart provided in the notification. The chart specifies minimum weight for all ages and maximum weight for age groups 17 to 20 years and 20+01 day to 30 years, corresponding to height.

What about Chest Expansion?

The candidate should be capable of chest expansion of 05 cms.

Are there any Special Physical Standards or Relaxations?

Yes, candidates belonging to the following regions will be given 4 cms height relaxation:

• North East Region (Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya and Assam)
• Gorkhas
• Garhwalis
• Ladakhis
• Tribals of recognized tribal areas

Note: Domicile and Caste certificate will be considered to determine the applicability of height relaxation.

Are there any relaxations in Physical Standards for specific categories?

Yes, relaxations are available for:

• Widows of Defence personnel who have died in harness (Height: 2 Cms, Weight: 2 Kgs)
• Outstanding Sportswomen (International/National/State & those who represented District, College/School State/University /Board Championship) as mentioned in Para 6 (6.3) (Height: 2 Cms, Weight: 5 Kgs)

Note: An eligible candidate can be granted prescribed relaxations in all two measurements i.e. height and weight.

What incentives are available?

Bonus marks will be awarded to eligible candidates for the following categories:

• DOS/DOES/DOWW/DOW, Including Adopted Daughter (Adoption done during lifetime of a soldier) (two wards only): 20 Marks
• Widows of Def pers who have died in harness: 20 Marks
• Sportswomen (Represented India at International level, State at Senior/Junior National level, College/University, National Level in Khelo India Games, District at State Level, State school team): Marks vary from 05 to 15 Marks based on achievement level.
• NCC 'A' Certificate: 05 Marks
• NCC 'B' Certificate: 10 Marks
• NCC 'C' Certificate: 20 Marks
• NCC 'C' Certificate and participated in Republic Day Parade: 25 Marks

Notes:

• Fake claims for bonus marks or relaxation can lead to cancellation of candidature.
• Bonus marks are used to formulate the final merit and do not relate to performance in the Common Entrance Examination.
• Maximum bonus marks are 25 (NCC 'C' Certificate and participation in Republic Day Parade).
• Only two wards (including adopted daughter) of Service/Ex-Servicemen/War Widow/Widow of Ex-servicemen can avail bonus marks.
• Sports Certificates are valid for TWO YEARS from the first day of Common Entrance Examination.

What are the Terms and Conditions?

Engagement Period: Agniveers will be enrolled in the Indian Army under the Indian Army Act 1950 for a period of four years.

Rank: Agniveer will form a distinct rank.

Retention: Indian Army is not obliged to retain Agniveer beyond the engagement period of four years.

Permanent Enrolment: Based on organizational requirements and policies, Agniveers may be offered an opportunity to apply for permanent enrolment. Up to 25% of each batch may be enrolled in the regular cadre. Selection is at the discretion of the Indian Army.

Employability: Agniveers are liable to be assigned any duty in organizational interest.

Training: Military training will be imparted based on Indian Army requirements.

Leave: Annual Leave: 30 days per year. Sick Leave: Based on medical advice.

Medical and CSD Facilities: Entitled for medical facility at Service Hospitals and CSD provisions.

Pay, Allowances and Allied Benefits: Agniveer package with fixed yearly increment, Risk and Hardship allowances, Dress and Travel allowances will be paid.

Terminal Benefits (Seva Nidhi Package): A one-time package comprising monthly contribution and matching government contribution. Details of contribution and exit package are provided in the table.

• Note 1: Agniveer will not contribute to any Provident Fund.
• Note 2: No entitlement to gratuity or pensionary benefits.

Insurance, Death and Disability Compensation: Non-contributory life insurance cover of Rs 48 lakhs for the engagement period. Not governed by Pension Regulations/Rules.

Agniveer Skill Certificate: Provided at the end of engagement period.

Ex-Servicemen Status: Not eligible for Ex-Servicemen Status.

Marriage and Pregnancy: Unmarried candidates must undertake not to marry during the engagement period. Agniveers who marry will be released from service. Women Agniveers must undertake not to get pregnant during the engagement period. Pregnant Agniveers may be discharged/dismissed/released.

What is the Recruitment Process?

The recruitment process is conducted in two phases:

1. Phase-I: Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE) at Computer Based Test Centres.
2. Phase-II: Recruitment Rally by Army Recruiting Offices.

What is the Procedure for Online Registration?

Candidates must log in to www.joinindianarmy.nic.in, create a profile, fill in educational qualifications and other required details. Online registration is from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026. Dates are subject to change.

What is the Examination Fee?

Examination fee is Rs 250/- per category, payable through HDFC portal via Maestro, Master Card, VISA, Rupay Cards (Credit & Debit), Internet banking, or UPI.

What documents are required?

Candidates must carry Admit Card, Aadhar Card, and other required documents as specified for Phase-II (Recruitment Rally).

What are the details of the Online Common Entrance Examination (CEE)?

The CEE will be conducted in 13 languages. It will be an objective Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) test. Candidates will answer 50 questions in one hour or 100 questions in two hours, depending on the application category. Marks scored will be normalized. Unfair means will lead to disqualification.

What happens after the CEE?

Candidates will be shortlisted based on the written exam result. Shortlisted candidates will receive a second Admit Card for Phase-II (Recruitment Rally). They must report on the stipulated date and time with original documents and photocopies.

What are the important instructions?

Candidates must check age & education criteria, avoid malpractices, and ensure all documents are correct and verified. No compensation for injury/loss during the rally. Participation is voluntary. Signing of an Indemnity Bond is mandatory. Use of performance-enhancing drugs is strictly banned.

Disclaimer

The terms and conditions are guidelines. Indian Army reserves the right to cancel/amend the selection process. Data entered during registration is final. Wrong data entry will disqualify the candidature.