Overview
Indian Navy - Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment, Naval Headquarters, New Delhi has released a recruitment notification for the post of Agniveer (Apprentice) (To be decided based on service requirement vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online only (via https://joinindiannavy.gov.in) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Navy - Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment, Naval Headquarters, New Delhi
- Qualification
- Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date. Only unmarried Indian male candidates are eligible to apply. All qualifications must be from AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institutes. Agniveer (Apprentice) - Engineering & Electrical Streams Criteria: Details Essential Educational Qualification: Passed Matriculation Examination with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from Boards of School Education recognised by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India AND completed a 3-year Diploma course from an AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institute with minimum 50% marks in aggregate in any of the qualifying diploma trades (Engineering or Electrical as applicable). Marital Status: Only unmarried male candidates are eligible. Candidates must give a certificate of being 'unmarried' at the time of enrolment. Agniveers will not be permitted to marry during their entire 4-year tenure. A candidate will be dismissed from service if he marries during tenure or is found to be already married despite giving an unmarried certificate. Nationality: Indian male citizens only. Preferential: Proficiency in sports, swimming, and extra-curricular activities is desirable.
- Vacancies
- To be decided based on service requirement
Important Dates
| Application Window Opens (Stage I - INET 2/2026) for 01/2027 & 02/2027 Batch | 05 Jun 2026 |
| Application Window Closes | 29 Jun 2026 05 July 2026 Extended |
| Correction Window | 06 Jul 2026 |
| Stage I - INET Examination | Aug 2026 |
| Result Declaration of Stage I - INET | End Aug / Early Sep 2026 |
| Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters - 01/2027 Batch | Sep 2026 |
| Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 | Oct 2026 |
| Induction at INS Chilka for 01/2027 Batch | Dec 2026 |
| Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters - 02/2027 Batch | Feb 2027 |
| Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027 | Mar 2027 |
| Induction at INS Chilka for 02/2027 Batch | May 2027 |
| Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 Batch | 01 December 2004 - 31 May 2009 |
| Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027 Batch | 01 May 2005 - 31 October 2009 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Vacancies for Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches are distributed across Engineering and Electrical streams. The exact number of trade-wise vacancies will be decided based on service requirement. Separate INET examinations will be conducted for Electrical and Engineering entries. Stream: Trade / Diploma Discipline | Vacancies Engineering: Marine Engineering & Systems, Mechanical | To be notified based on service requirement Electrical: Electrical, Electronics & Communication | To be notified based on service requirement
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date. Only unmarried Indian male candidates are eligible to apply. All qualifications must be from AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institutes. Agniveer (Apprentice) - Engineering & Electrical Streams Criteria: Details Essential Educational Qualification: Passed Matriculation Examination with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from Boards of School Education recognised by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India AND completed a 3-year Diploma course from an AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institute with minimum 50% marks in aggregate in any of the qualifying diploma trades (Engineering or Electrical as applicable). Marital Status: Only unmarried male candidates are eligible. Candidates must give a certificate of being 'unmarried' at the time of enrolment. Agniveers will not be permitted to marry during their entire 4-year tenure. A candidate will be dismissed from service if he marries during tenure or is found to be already married despite giving an unmarried certificate. Nationality: Indian male citizens only. Preferential: Proficiency in sports, swimming, and extra-curricular activities is desirable.
Age Limit
Batch: Date of Birth (Both Dates Inclusive) 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. Note: There are no age relaxations for Ex-Servicemen status for Agniveer enrolment.
Application Fee
Category: Application Fee 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 Note: Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates found to have registered multiple times will be rejected and debarred; fee reimbursement will not be carried out in such cases. In case of unsuccessful payment (money deducted but admit card not generated), wait 7 working days for automatic refund.
Selection Process
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 Stag…
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online only at https://joinindiannavy.gov.in. No other mode of application will be accepted. Applications can also be uploaded through Common Service Centres (CSC) across the country at a fee of ₹60 + GST (optional facility). Steps to Apply Online: • Visit https://joinindiannavy.gov.in → Click on "Register" → Register as AVR (Apprentice). • After successful registration, click on "Login" → AVR (Apprentice) → INET 2/26 → Proceed to apply. • Fill in all details carefully. Incorrect declaration of information identified at any stage will result in cancellation of candidature. • Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph (taken not before May 2026), size 10 KB to 50 KB; front portrait in light background without head gear (except Sikhs). Date of photograph must be clearly written at the bottom. • A live photograph will be captured through the webcam during application form filling. • Pay the examination fee of ₹550/- + 18% GST online via net banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI. • Give state preference for allocation of INET exam centre. Choice of centre cannot be changed once selected or allotted by the Indian Navy. • Candidates will be provided a post-closing correction window. An additional correction window will be activated post INET exam for 2 days. Documents Required to be Scanned and Uploaded: • Matriculation Certificate and Marksheet (proof of date of birth and educational qualification) • Diploma Certificate and Consolidated Marksheet from…
Important Instructions
• Only unmarried Indian male candidates are eligible. Agniveers cannot marry during their entire 4-year tenure; violation will result in dismissal from service. • Agniveers are enrolled under the Navy Act 1957 for a period of 4 years. Indian Navy is not obliged to retain Agniveers beyond the engagement period. • Up to 25% of each specific batch of Agniveers may be offered permanent enrolment in the Indian Navy as Sailors (Regular Cadre) / Artificers based on performance and organisational requirements. Selection for further enrolment is entirely at the discretion of the Indian Navy; Agniveers have no right to be selected. • Agniveers will not be permitted to seek release at their own request prior to completion of the engagement period. • Agniveers are not governed by Naval Pension Regulations/Rules and are not entitled to gratuity for the engagement period. • Agniveers will not be eligible for Ex-Servicemen status. • Candidates declaring incorrect domicile/gender and other details shall not be permitted to appear in the recruitment and their candidature will be cancelled. • Candidates reporting 30 minutes after the reporting time for Stage I - INET shall not be allowed to appear in the examination. • A candidate's selection pertaining to a particular batch is valid for that batch only. Qualified candidates whose names do not appear in the merit list cannot claim admission for the next batch. • Mobile phones or any other communication devices are not allowed inside the examin…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online?
Application Window Opens (Stage I - INET 2/2026) for 01/2027 & 02/2027 Batch: 05 Jun 2026; Application Window Closes: 29 Jun 2026 05 July 2026 Extended; Correction Window: 06 Jul 2026; Stage I - INET Examination: Aug 2026; Result Declaration of Stage I - INET: End Aug / Early Sep 2026; Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters - 01/2027 Batch: Sep 2026; Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027: Oct 2026; Induction at INS Chilka for 01/2027 Batch: Dec 2026; Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters - 02/2027 Batch: Feb 2027; Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027: Mar 2027; Induction at INS Chilka for 02/2027 Batch: May 2027; Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 Batch: 01 December 2004 - 31 May 2009; Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027 Batch: 01 May 2005 - 31 October 2009
What is the application fee?
Category: Application Fee 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 Note: Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates found to have registered multiple times will be rejected and debarred; fee reimbursement will not be carried out in such cases. In case of unsuccessful payment (money deducted but admit card not generated), wait 7 working days for automatic refund.
What is the age limit?
Batch: Date of Birth (Both Dates Inclusive) 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. Note: There are no age relaxations for Ex-Servicemen status for Agniveer enrolment.
What is the selection process?
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…