Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) 2026 — 01/2027 & 02/2027 Batch
Agnipath Scheme | INET 2/2026 | Engineering & Electrical Diploma | joinindiannavy.gov.in
The Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment, Naval Headquarters, New Delhi has officially released the notification for Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 for the 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches under the Agnipath Scheme. The recruitment is open exclusively for unmarried Indian male candidates holding a 3-year Engineering or Electrical diploma from an AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institute. Applications are online only at joinindiannavy.gov.in from 05 June 2026 (10:00 hrs) to 29 June 2026 (17:00 hrs). The entry test is INET 2/2026. Selected Agniveers serve for 4 years with a monthly package starting at ₹30,000, rising to ₹40,000 by Year 4, plus a Seva Nidhi corpus of ₹10.04 Lakh and a ₹48 Lakh non-contributory life insurance cover. Training commences at INS Chilka, Odisha.
| Organisation | Indian Navy, Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment, Naval Headquarters, New Delhi |
| Post Name | Agniveer (Apprentice) — 01/2027 Batch & 02/2027 Batch |
| Advertisement | INET 2/2026 | Published in Employment News dated 6–12 June 2026 |
| Scheme | Agnipath Scheme — Govt. of India | Enrolled under Navy Act 1957 |
| Streams | Engineering (Marine, Mechanical, Mechatronics, etc.) & Electrical (Electrical, Electronics & Communication, etc.) |
| Gender & Marital Status | Unmarried Indian Male only — marriage not permitted during the entire 4-year tenure |
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation (10th) with min. 50% marks + 3-year Diploma from AICTE-recognised Polytechnic with min. 50% marks in Engineering/Electrical stream |
| Age — 01/2027 Batch | Born between 01 Dec 2004 and 31 May 2009 (both dates inclusive) |
| Age — 02/2027 Batch | Born between 01 May 2005 and 31 Oct 2009 (both dates inclusive) |
| INET 2/2026 Eligibility | Candidates born between 01 Dec 2004 and 31 Oct 2009 can appear for INET 2/2026 |
| Application Window | 05 June 2026 (10:00 hrs) to 29 June 2026 (17:00 hrs) — Online only at joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| Correction Window | 06 July 2026 (tentative) |
| Application Fee | ₹550 + 18% GST — Online payment only (Net Banking / Debit / Credit / UPI). CSC route: ₹80 + GST. No category waiver. |
| Stage I Exam (INET) | August 2026 (tentative) — CBT, 100 questions, 1 hour, negative marking |
| Induction — 01/2027 | December 2026 (tentative) — INS Chilka, Odisha |
| Induction — 02/2027 | May 2027 (tentative) — INS Chilka, Odisha |
| Service Tenure | 4 Years. Up to 25% of each batch may be offered permanent enrolment as Sailors (Regular Cadre) at discretion of Indian Navy |
| Monthly Package | ₹30,000 (Year 1) → ₹33,000 → ₹36,500 → ₹40,000 (Year 4) | 70% in-hand, 30% to Corpus Fund |
| Seva Nidhi Corpus | ₹10.04 Lakh on completion (₹5.02L own + ₹5.02L Govt. contribution) — tax-exempt |
| Life Insurance | Non-contributory ₹48 Lakh cover | Ex-gratia ₹44 Lakh for service death | Disability: ₹44/25/15 Lakh |
| Official Website | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
All dates below are tentative as per the official notification. Exact dates will be published on the Candidate Registration Portal at joinindiannavy.gov.in. Check your dashboard and registered email regularly for updates.
- Matriculation (Class 10): Minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a Board recognised by the Ministry of Education, Government of India
- 3-Year Diploma: Minimum 50% marks in aggregate from an AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institute in one of the listed Engineering or Electrical streams below
| S.No. | Diploma Discipline (Engineering Stream) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Marine Engineering & Systems |
| 2 | Mechanical Engineering |
| 3 | Production / Automobile Engineering |
| 4 | Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC) |
| 5 | Repair & Maintenance Engineering |
| 6 | Power Plant Engineering |
| 7 | Industrial / Production Maintenance Engineering |
| 8 | Machine / Manufacturing Technology |
| 9 | Mechatronics |
| 10 | Metallurgy |
| 11 | Instrumentation Engineering |
| 12 | Electronics Instrumentation & Control Engineering |
| S.No. | Diploma Discipline (Electrical Stream) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Electrical Engineering |
| 2 | Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| 3 | Instrumentation Technology |
| 4 | Electronics Engineering |
| 5 | Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| 6 | Electronics Instrumentation & Control Engineering |
| Batch | Date of Birth Window (Both Dates Inclusive) | INET 2/2026 Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| 01/2027 Batch | 01 December 2004 to 31 May 2009 | Eligible |
| 02/2027 Batch | 01 May 2005 to 31 October 2009 | Eligible |
| INET 2/2026 Combined Window | 01 Dec 2004 to 31 Oct 2009 — Appear once; shortlisted for respective batch at Stage II | |
The monthly package increases each year. Of the total monthly package, 70% is paid in-hand and 30% is deposited into the Agniveer Corpus Fund. The Government of India matches the candidate's corpus contribution rupee-for-rupee. On completion of 4 years, the entire corpus (candidate's + Govt. share) is paid out as the Seva Nidhi package — tax-exempt. There is no gratuity and no pension entitlement.
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand (70%) | Corpus Deduction (30%) | Govt. Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| Year 2 | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
| Year 3 | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 | ₹10,950 | ₹10,950 |
| Year 4 | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| Total Seva Nidhi | — | — | ₹5.02 Lakh | ₹5.02 Lakh |
In addition to the monthly package, Agniveers also receive:
The INET 2/2026 (Stage I) and the Stage II Written Exam follow the same question paper structure. Separate papers are set for Engineering and Electrical entries. The exam is conducted in both Hindi and English.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| English & General Awareness | 25 | 25 | General |
| Science | 25 | 25 | Diploma Level |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | Diploma Level |
| Trade Specific (Diploma) | 25 | 25 | Diploma / Trade |
| Total | 100 | 100 | — |
- Duration: 1 hour | Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT), Multiple Choice, Bilingual (Hindi & English)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer — avoid random guessing
- Passing: Must pass each section individually AND in aggregate — the Navy decides section-wise and aggregate cut-offs
- Separate papers for Engineering and Electrical streams — choose your stream carefully at application stage
- Candidates reporting 30 or more minutes after reporting time for INET will NOT be permitted entry — plan travel to the centre well in advance
- NCC 'C' Certificate holders and Sponsor candidates are exempt from Stage I INET and receive direct call-up letters for Stage II
Stage I — Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET 2/2026)
Computer-based test of 100 questions in 1 hour. Sections: English & GA, Science, Maths, Trade-Specific. Negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer. Must clear both section-wise and aggregate cut-offs. State-wise merit prepared. NCC 'C' and Sponsor candidates directly proceed to Stage II.
Shortlisting & Call-up Letters
Based on INET 2/2026 state-wise merit, candidates are shortlisted separately for the 01/2027 batch (Sep 2026) and 02/2027 batch (Feb 2027). Call-up letters are issued to shortlisted candidates for Stage II. Merit and cut-offs vary by state and by batch.
Stage II — Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Qualifying is mandatory. Requirements for male candidates: 1.6 km run in 6 minutes 30 seconds, 20 squats (Uthak Baithak), 15 push-ups, and 15 bent-knee sit-ups. Candidates who do not qualify PFT are not permitted to appear for the Stage II written exam.
Stage II — Written Examination
Same format as INET (100 questions, 1 hour, negative marking), conducted only for PFT qualifiers. This is the final merit-determining written test. Performance in this exam — combined with batch-wise state merit — determines the Provisional Select List.
Recruitment Medical Examination
Conducted at Stage II centres for provisionally selected candidates. Key standards: minimum height 157 cm, uncorrected vision 6/12 each eye (correctable to 6/6), colour perception CP Pass. Permanent tattoos permitted only on the inner forearm and back of hand. Ear and body piercing not permitted.
Pre-Enrolment Medicals & Induction at INS Chilka
Final medical examination and document verification at INS Chilka, Odisha before formal induction. If any details on the online application form do not match the original documents, candidature is cancelled at this stage. Training commences after completion of formalities.
Applications are accepted online only. No offline or postal applications are accepted. The application window is open from 05 June to 29 June 2026 (17:00 hrs). Apply well before the last date.
Visit Official Website & Register as AVR (Apprentice)
Go to https://joinindiannavy.gov.in. Click on "Register" and select the category AVR (Apprentice). Fill in basic details to create your login credentials (Registration ID and Password). Note them down safely.
Login & Select INET 2/2026
After registration, click Login as AVR (Apprentice) — INET 2/26. Select the correct stream (Engineering or Electrical) and batch preference. Fill the complete application form with personal, educational, and contact details. Verify every entry against your original documents.
Upload Photograph (Live Capture via Webcam)
A live photograph is captured through your webcam while you fill the form — ensure you are in proper lighting with a plain background. Also upload a recent passport-size colour photograph taken not before May 2026, sized 10 KB to 50 KB, with the date printed at the bottom.
Pay Application Fee
Pay the examination fee of ₹550 + 18% GST online via Net Banking, Debit Card (Visa/Master/RuPay), Credit Card, or UPI. Alternatively, apply through a Common Service Centre (CSC) at ₹80 + GST. Fee paid is non-refundable. Your admit card is issued only after successful fee payment.
Submit & Print Confirmation
Review all details carefully before final submission. After submission, print the confirmation page and save a PDF copy for your records. This serves as proof of application. Also download your admit card for the INET exam after it is generated on the portal.
Keep scanned copies ready for the online form. Carry original documents to INS Chilka at the time of induction. Any mismatch leads to cancellation of candidature.
01/2027 Batch: Born between 01 Dec 2004 and 31 May 2009 — Stage II in Oct 2026, induction Dec 2026.
02/2027 Batch: Born between 01 May 2005 and 31 Oct 2009 — Stage II in Mar 2027, induction May 2027.
Candidates born between 01 May 2005 and 31 May 2009 fall within the overlap and may be considered for both batches based on performance and organisational requirements. Apply once via INET 2/2026 — the Navy's merit process will determine batch allocation.
Your contribution: 30% of monthly package across 4 years = ~₹5.02 Lakh
Government match: Equal contribution to the corpus = ~₹5.02 Lakh
This is a one-time corpus payout — there is no pension, no gratuity, and no provident fund beyond the Seva Nidhi. The corpus fund amount grows over 4 years as salary increases. Note that interest on the corpus is also accrued as per Govt. rules, so the final amount may be slightly higher than the sum above.
• 1.6 km run in ≤ 6 minutes 30 seconds
• 20 squats (Uthak Baithak)
• 15 push-ups
• 15 bent-knee sit-ups
Medical Examination — key standards:
• Minimum height: 157 cm
• Uncorrected vision: 6/12 each eye (correctable to 6/6 with glasses)
• Colour perception: CP Pass (must not be colour blind)
• Hearing: Normal
• Permanent tattoos: Allowed only on the inner forearm and back of hand
• Ear and body piercing: Not permitted
• General fitness: No systemic disease, no deformity, BMI within normal range
• Selection is entirely at the discretion of the Indian Navy based on organisational requirements
• Agniveers have no right to demand permanent enrolment
• Those not selected for permanent enrolment receive the full Seva Nidhi payout and an exit certificate
Post-tenure, many Agniveers use the corpus, technical training, and defence service experience for civilian roles in PSUs, CPMFs (Central Para Military Forces), state police, and private sector technical positions. Some state governments also offer preference to Agniveers in their recruitment processes.
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