Indian Army Agniveer Rally 2025 Complete Schedule – Physical Test Details A to Z Details

by

Indian Army Agniveer Rally 2025: A to Z Details

A – About the Agnipath Scheme

The Agnipath Scheme, launched in 2022, recruits youth aged 17.5 to 21 years into the Indian Army as Agniveers for a four-year tenure, with 25% potentially retained as regular soldiers based on merit and organizational needs.

B – Basic Overview

  • Posts: Agniveer General Duty (GD), Technical, Clerk/Storekeeper Technical (SKT), Tradesmen (10th & 8th Pass).
  • Vacancies: Approximately 25,000 (based on 2024 trends; exact numbers for 2025 TBD).
  • Eligibility: Unmarried male and female candidates.

C – Complete Schedule (Tentative for 2025)

  • Notification Release: March 11, 2025 (confirmed via official website).
  • Online Registration: March 12, 2025 – April 10, 2025.
  • Common Entrance Exam (CEE): June 2025 (tentative, based on past cycles like April-May 2024).
  • Rally Phase (Physical Tests): July 2025 – February 2026 (varies by ARO/Zone).
  • Final Result: Expected by mid-2026.

D – Documents Required

  • Aadhaar Card.
  • 10th/12th Marksheets and Certificates.
  • Domicile Certificate.
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable).
  • NCC/Sports Certificate (for bonus marks).
  • Relationship Certificate (for UHQ rallies).
  • Passport-size photographs.

E – Eligibility Criteria

  • Age: Born between October 1, 2004, and April 1, 2008 (17.5 to 21 years as of October 1, 2025).
  • Education:
    • GD: 10th pass with 45% aggregate, 33% per subject.
    • Technical: 12th pass (Science) with 50% aggregate, 40% per subject.
    • Clerk/SKT: 12th pass (any stream) with 60% aggregate, 50% per subject.
    • Tradesmen: 10th or 8th pass with 33% per subject.
  • Physical Standards: Varies by region (see Physical Test details).

F – Fitness Tests (Physical Fitness Test – PFT)

The PFT assesses physical endurance and strength:

  • 1.6 km Run:
    • Group I (up to 5 min 30 sec): 60 marks.
    • Group II (5 min 31 sec to 5 min 45 sec): 48 marks.
  • Pull-Ups (Beam):
    • 10: 40 marks.
    • 9: 33 marks.
    • 8: 27 marks.
    • 7: 21 marks.
    • 6: 16 marks.
  • 9 Feet Ditch: Qualifying (no marks).
  • Zig-Zag Balance: Qualifying (no marks).

G – Goals of the Rally

To select physically fit and mentally capable candidates for service through a transparent, merit-based process.

H – How to Apply

  1. Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in.
  2. Register/login using Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
  3. Fill out the application form.
  4. Pay ₹250 fee online.
  5. Download admit card for CEE and rally phases.

I – Important Dates (Tentative)

  • CEE Admit Card: May 2025.
  • Rally Admit Card: June-July 2025 (post-CEE results).
  • Physical Rally Start: July 2025.

J – Joining Process

  • Phase 1: Online CEE (written exam).
  • Phase 2: Recruitment Rally (PFT, PMT, Medical, Document Verification).

K – Key Physical Standards (PMT)

  • Height (varies by region):
    • GD/Tradesmen: 170 cm (Western Plains), 163 cm (Eastern Hills).
    • Technical/Clerk: 170 cm (most regions).
    • Females: 162 cm (GD).
  • Chest: 77 cm (unexpanded) with 5 cm expansion (males only).
  • Weight: Proportionate to height/age.

L – Locations

Rallies are held at AROs/ZROs across India (e.g., Ranchi, Lucknow, Bhopal). Exact venues are specified in rally notifications.

M – Medical Examination

  • Conducted post-PFT/PMT.
  • Tests: Blood, urine, X-ray, ECG, drug screening.
  • Unfit candidates referred to Military Hospitals within 5-7 days.

N – Notification

Released on March 11, 2025, detailing posts, eligibility, and process.

O – Online CEE Details

  • Format: 50 MCQs (1 hour) or 100 MCQs (2 hours), depending on post.
  • Subjects: GK, Math, Science, Reasoning, English (varies by role).
  • Marking: +4 per correct answer, -1 for incorrect (25% negative marking).

P – Physical Test Schedule (Sample by Zone)

  • ARO Ranchi: July-August 2025 (tentative).
  • ARO Lucknow: January 10-22, 2025 (UP/Uttarakhand, per past trends).
  • 3 EME Centre, Bhopal (UHQ): January 7-March 19, 2025 (Relation Bharti).

Q – Qualifications

See Eligibility Criteria (E) for educational and age requirements.

R – Rally Phases

  1. Document Verification: Originals + 2 attested copies.
  2. Physical Fitness Test (PFT): See Fitness Tests (F).
  3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Height, chest, weight.
  4. Medical Test: Health screening.

S – Selection Process

  • Phase 1: CEE (qualifying marks required).
  • Phase 2: Rally (PFT, PMT, Medical).
  • Final Merit: Based on CEE scores, PFT performance, and medical clearance.

T – Table of Physical Standards (Sample)

CategoryHeight (cm)Chest (cm)Weight (kg)
GD (Male)170 (Western)77 (+5 expansion)Proportionate
Technical (Male)17077 (+5 expansion)Proportionate
Clerk/SKT (Male)17077 (+5 expansion)Proportionate
GD (Female)162N/AProportionate

U – Updates

Check joinindianarmy.nic.in for ARO-wise schedules and admit cards.

V – Vacancies

Estimated 25,000+ across all posts (final numbers pending).

W – Who Can Apply

Unmarried candidates meeting age, education, and physical criteria.

X – X-Factor (Unique Aspects)

  • Typing test (30 wpm) for Clerk/SKT introduced in 2024-25 cycle.
  • Reservation: 10% vacancies in CAPFs/Defence PSUs for Agniveers post-service.

Y – Yearly Benefits

  • Salary: ₹30,000/month (Year 1) to ₹40,000/month (Year 4).
  • Seva Nidhi: ₹10.04 lakh + interest on exit (after 4 years).

Z – Zero Tolerance

Fraud or unfair means lead to disqualification; process is transparent.

Notes

  • Schedule Variations: Rally dates differ by ARO (e.g., Ranchi, Bhopal). Candidates must download the ARO-specific PDF from the official website.
  • Preparation: Practice running, pull-ups, and balance for PFT success.
  • Confirmation: Exact dates post-CEE will be updated after results (likely May-June 2025).

Leave a Comment