AGNIPATH SCHEME
Agnipath reset puts age, talent & pension goals to test
Agnipath, introduced in 2022, aimed to reform military recruitment by allowing soldiers to serve for four years. Recent changes now allow all Agniveers to retain permanent service after their tenure. This shift could affect the average age of soldiers, previously intended to decrease. The decision may also impact the annual pension bill and the creation of trained ex-soldiers for civilian roles.
All Agniveers will be absorbed in regular cadre: Defence officials
The Indian government announced changes to the Agnipath recruitment scheme for Agniveers in the military. Those completing a four-year tenure will get a two-year extension and a chance for regular recruitment. All Agniveers demonstrating willingness, physical fitness, and discipline will be absorbed into the regular cadre. Seniority will be maintained when they join, ensuring they are not junior to others.
All Agniveers to get permanent jobs after 6 years? Is Agnipath scrapped? Defence officials answer
The revised Agnipath scheme has raised questions about regular jobs, seniority and whether the original recruitment model has been scrapped. The government has clarified that the first 25% of Agniveers will enter regular service after four years, while the remaining 75% will serve an additional two years before enrolment, with their seniority protected.
Agniveer Scheme revamped: What's the new pathway to permanent Army jobs and why has govt changed Agnipath?
The government's revision of the Agnipath scheme comes ahead of Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Punjab, addressing concerns over limited retention in the armed forces. The new framework allows the 25% selected on merit to enter regular service after four years, while the remaining 75% can serve two more years before being considered for enrolment.
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Ahead of crucial assembly polls, govt rejigs Agnipath, opens path to permanent service for all
The government has made significant changes to the Agnipath scheme that affects armed forces recruitment. This revised framework allows all Agniveers a chance to continue in service after their initial term. Agniveers will now have an option for an additional two-year engagement with enhanced benefits. The decision addresses concerns regarding the wastage of training resources if they were required to leave after four years.
"Very important and excellent decision": Defence expert Sanjeev Srivastava hails Agnipath's tenure extension
Defence Expert Sanjeev Srivastava on Wednesday hailed the Centre's decision to grant a two-year extension to 75 per cent of Agniveers as a "very important and excellent decision" that will give them a fresh opportunity to serve and a chance for permanent enrolment.
Agnipath scheme: All Agniveers to be offered regular enrolment after 2-year extended engagement
The Union Cabinet has approved a revised Agnipath scheme offering all Agniveers a pathway to regular military service. The top 25% will be absorbed after four years based on merit, while the remaining 75% can opt for a two-year extension with higher pay, enhanced Seva Nidhi and seniority benefits before enrolment.
'Until it becomes perfect, many things have to be changed, evaluated': Former Lt Gen DP Pandey hails Cabinet's Agnipath extension
Responding to queries regarding the government's decision to introduce a 'Second Tour of Duty' and expand regular enrolment pathways, Lt Gen Pandey pointed out that iterative reviews are essential for perfecting any newly introduced recruitment model.
Agniveers' tenure extended by two years; CDS says 75% outgoing Agniveers will also be given option to continue in armed forces
Agniveer extension news: The Centre has announced a two-year engagement extension for the remaining 75% of Agniveers following feedback on the Agnipath scheme. CDS General N S Raja Subramani said all would be offered a pathway to regular enrolment after the extended period. He also announced changes to recruitment tests and skill certificates for Agniveers.
1st batch of Agniveers retiring soon: What's the retirement money, career options and benefits they will get
By 2026, approximately 18,300 Agniveers will finish their service in the armed forces, marking a pivotal transition. To ease their shift into civilian life, numerous states have initiated job quotas specifically for ex-Agniveers across different uniformed services and police departments. These initiatives stem from the Agnipath scheme launched in June 2022, which focuses on enlisting younger individuals in military roles.
CRPF mulls restoring Army ranks abolished 30 years ago; promotions, Agniveers in focus
The CRPF is considering reintroducing the lance naik and naik ranks, abolished in 1997, to address promotion delays among its 3.25 lakh personnel and attract retiring Agniveers from the Army. The move could provide constables with two additional promotion opportunities before becoming head constables.
Ex-Agniveers may get Delhi govt jobs without exams, physical tests
The Delhi government is considering direct recruitment of former Agniveers into police and fire services. This recruitment may occur without requiring written or physical examinations for candidates. Eligible ex-Agniveers could receive additional age relaxation on top of existing rules. The recruitment process may happen in two stages for better efficiency in filling vacancies. Amendments to recruitment rules will require approval from authorities before official notification.
Being Indian Army Agniveer far better than working in Gulf: Gorkha soldiers protest in Nepal
Former Gorkha soldiers demonstrated in Pokhara, Nepal, urging India to restart recruitment. They submitted a memorandum requesting immediate resumption of enlistment and recognition for ex-servicemen groups. The Agnipath scheme has complicated the long-standing practice of Nepali youths joining the Indian Army. This recruitment offers better prospects than overseas employment in Gulf countries. The decision on resuming recruitment now rests with the Nepali government.
Modi govt forced Agnipath Scheme on army: Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of engaging in "petty politics" on Kargil Vijay Diwas. Kharge claimed that the government forced the Agnipath scheme on the armed forces, citing a statement from former army chief General MM Naravane. He emphasized that Agniveers do not receive the same benefits as regular personnel, urging the scheme to be scrapped.
PM Modi 'betrayed' youth by 'forcibly' imposing Agnipath scheme: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi vows to revoke the controversial Agnipath scheme and ensure justice for youth aspiring to serve in the armed forces under an INDIA bloc government.
SC dismisses two pleas challenging Delhi HC judgment on Centre's Agnipath scheme
The bench, however, posted a third fresh plea related to recruitment in the Indian Air Force (IAF) prior to the launch of the Agnipath scheme for hearing on April 17.
Delhi HC dismisses plea against Agnipath scheme, says it was introduced in national interest
The Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed batch of petitions challenging the Centre's Agnipath scheme for recruitment in armed forces. A bench of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad had on December 15 last year reserved its verdict on the matter.
Will hear on December 12 pleas challenging Agnipath scheme: Delhi HC
The bench asked Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati to segregate petitions which are challenging the Agnipath scheme and those concerning the recruitment processes for the armed forces under certain previous advertisements and file a chart before the court.
AAP will fully support Agnipath scheme: Arvind Kejriwal
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) had earlier criticised the Agnipath Scheme and appealed to the central government to give defence job aspirants the chance to serve the country throughout their life, not just four years.
Agnipath scheme to weaken Army: Bhupinder Singh Hooda
The opposition party had announced that it will stage a "satyagraha" across all the Assembly constituencies in the country on Monday, demanding the withdrawal of the "Tughlaqi" (whimsical) decision to roll out the Agnipath scheme.
No question of rollback of Agnipath scheme, government's move not a knee-jerk reaction, says NSA Doval
Doval said under Agnipath scheme, every youth of this country who has got the desire and motivation and feels a sense of commitment to defend the country gets an opportunity. "His energy and talent are used to make this country strong," the NSA said.
Centre has to take this back, the way it revoked farm laws: Owaisi on Agnipath scheme
"Agnipath scheme is absolutely wrong decision taken by the Government and it is not good for the country at all. PM Modi thinks that our Navy officers and soldiers are contractual employees or contractual lecturers, but their profession is honourable," Owaisi told ANI.
BJP rallies its leaders to put stout defence of Agnipath scheme
The government on Thursday night increased the upper age limit for recruitment under the Agnipath scheme to 23 years from 21 for 2022 amid widespread protest against the new model for enrolment of soldiers into the three services.
Agnipath scheme: Protesters pelt stones at vehicles, block railway tracks in Haryana
In Ballabhgarh, protesters, mainly college students, raised slogans against the Agnipath scheme and resorted to stone pelting near Anaj Mandi, the police said, adding that they resorted to mild lathi-charge to disperse the protesters.
Agnipath scheme: Violent protests continue in Bihar, 2 trains set on fire
The agitation by the students and job aspirants continued in almost all the districts of Bihar. Several organisations have given a 72-hour ultimatum to the Modi government to withdraw the Agnipath scheme or else they will intensify the agitation and call for Bharat Bandh. The students are sitting on tracks at several places in Bihar and they are not ready to go home.
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