The Indian Navy has officially released the Agniveer Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches through its INET 2/2026 cycle. Online applications begin on June 5, 2026 and close on June 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the official portal @joinindiannavy.gov.in. This recruitment is open exclusively to unmarried Indian male candidates who hold a Class 10 pass certificate and a three-year engineering diploma from an AICTE-recognised polytechnic institution.
This is one of the few government defence recruitment programmes specifically designed for diploma-qualified technical candidates and offers structured salary progression, national service, and post-service benefits under the Agnipath Scheme.
Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | June 5, 2026 |
| Application Last Date | June 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Correction Window Closes | July 6, 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs 550 plus 18 percent GST |
| Official Website | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Unmarried male candidates only |
| Class 10 | Minimum 50 percent aggregate marks from a recognised board |
| Diploma | 3-year AICTE-recognised Diploma in relevant engineering trade with minimum 50 percent marks |
| Minimum Height | 157 cm |
| Physical Fitness (Run) | 1.6 km within 6 minutes 30 seconds |
Monthly Salary Structure Under Agnipath Scheme
| Year of Service | Monthly Package | In-Hand (70 Percent) |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Rs 30,000 | Rs 21,000 |
| Year 2 | Rs 33,000 | Rs 23,100 |
| Year 3 | Rs 36,500 | Rs 25,550 |
| Year 4 | Rs 40,000 | Rs 28,000 |
After completing four years, Agniveers receive a Seva Nidhi corpus (lump-sum benefit). Outstanding performers are considered for permanent enrolment in the Indian Navy.
Selection Process Step by Step
- Stage 1: Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET)
- Stage 2: Physical Fitness Test and Written Examination
- Stage 3: Recruitment Medical Examination
- Final Stage: State-wise merit list and final medical formalities
Eligible diploma engineers from mechanical, electrical, electronics, marine, instrumentation, and related streams should apply at @joinindiannavy.gov.in well before June 29 to avoid last-minute server overloading.
