Join Indian Navy (Nausena Bharti) has released the official recruitment notification for the Agniveer Apprentices INET (01/2027 & 02/2027 batches). This recruitment drive offers unmarried Indian male candidates the opportunity to join the Indian Navy under the Agniveer scheme. The online application process began on 05 June 2026, and candidates can submit their applications online until 29 June 2026.
Candidates will undergo the computer-based Indian Naval Entrance Test (INET) in August 2026, followed by physical fitness, written, and medical evaluations. Details regarding the eligibility criteria, age limits, vacancy information, pay scale, and application steps are explained below.
Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentices INET 2026: Highlights
| Parameters / विवरण | Details / विवरण |
|---|---|
| Organization / संस्था का नाम | Join Indian Navy (Nausena Bharti) |
| Post Name / पद का नाम | Agniveer Apprentices (INET 01/2027 & 02/2027 Batch) |
| Total Vacancies / कुल रिक्तियां | Not Specified |
| Application Mode / आवेदन का माध्यम | Online |
| Official Website / आधिकारिक वेबसाइट | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
Important Dates & Fee Details
Candidates are advised to complete their registration and pay the required fee before the specified deadline:
| Events / कार्यक्रम | Dates / तिथियां |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 29 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 June 2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 06 July 2026 |
| Stage I – INET Exam Date | August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Before Examination |
| Result Declaration | To Be Updated |
| Category / श्रेणी | Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क |
|---|---|
| All Category Candidates / सभी श्रेणी के उम्मीदवार | ₹ 550/- (+ 18% GST) |
| Payment Mode / भुगतान का प्रकार | Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet) |
Batch-Wise Age Limit Details
Candidates must fulfill the age requirements criteria specified below to be eligible for selection:
| Batch / बैच | Date of Birth Range / जन्म तिथि सीमा (Both Dates Inclusive) |
|---|---|
| 01/2027 Batch | Born between 01 December 2004 and 31 May 2009 |
| 02/2027 Batch | Born between 01 May 2005 and 31 October 2009 |
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Only unmarried Indian male candidates meeting the educational qualifications are eligible to apply:
| Requirement / आवश्यकता | Eligibility Criteria / पात्रता मानदंड |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification / शैक्षणिक योग्यता | Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate, and completed a 3-year AICTE-approved Diploma in the relevant Engineering or Electrical trade with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized Polytechnic or Institution. |
| Marital Status / वैवाहिक स्थिति | Only unmarried Indian male candidates are eligible to apply. |
Pay Scale and Benefits (Agniveer Scheme)
Agniveer Apprentices will receive a monthly package and corpus fund contribution as outlined below:
| Year / वर्ष | Monthly Package / मासिक पैकेज | In-Hand Salary / इन-हैंड वेतन (70%) | Agniveer Corpus Fund Contribution / अग्निवीर कॉर्पस फंड योगदान (30%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹ 30,000/- | ₹ 21,000/- | ₹ 9,000/- |
| 2nd Year | ₹ 33,000/- | ₹ 23,100/- | ₹ 9,900/- |
| 3rd Year | ₹ 36,500/- | ₹ 25,550/- | ₹ 10,950/- |
| 4th Year | ₹ 40,000/- | ₹ 28,000/- | ₹ 12,000/- |
| Total Exit Seva Nidhi Package | – | – | ₹ 5.02 Lakh (with matching Govt share + interest) |
Selection Process
The recruitment process for the Indian Navy Agniveer Apprentices involves the following phases:
- Stage I (INET): Online computer-based exam testing subject knowledge.
- Stage II (Physical & Written Evaluation): Shortlisted candidates undergo the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and written exam.
- Medical Examination: Selected candidates undergo recruitment medical assessment at specified naval hospitals.
- Merit List: Final select list generated based on consolidated scores in exam and physical assessments.
How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates can fill out the application form by following the steps below:
- Visit the official Join Indian Navy recruitment website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
- Click on the Register button to create an account using your email ID and personal details.
- Log in to the recruitment portal using your registered credentials.
- Navigate to the current opportunities section and click on the application link for “Agniveer Apprentices (INET 01/2027 & 02/2027 Batch)”.
- Enter all required academic, personal, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of mandatory documents: Class 10 certificate, AICTE diploma certificate, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee of ₹ 550/- (+ 18% GST) online.
- Carefully check the details in the preview page before submitting the application.
- Submit your application form and print the receipt for future reference.
Useful Important Links
| Apply Online / ऑनलाइन आवेदन | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (English) / अधिसूचना डाउनलोड करें (अंग्रेजी) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (Hindi) / अधिसूचना डाउनलोड करें (हिंदी) | Click Here |
| Official Website / आधिकारिक वेबसाइट | Click Here |
