Key facts
- Launched
- 14 Jun 2022
- Rules
- Age 17.5–21 · 4 years · ₹48 lakh insurance · 25% kept as regulars
History and related schemes
Recruits are called Agniveers.
2026 notes from the PDF
Modified (4 Nov 2026): the other 75% may get 2 more years.
Exam revision
Use the facts above to revise Agnipath Scheme. Keep dates, amounts and qualifying conditions together when reviewing an exam question.
Sector practice from the PDF
Under the Nov 2026 change, how many extra years can 75% of Agniveers get?
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(B) 2 after the first 4 years
Before applying
The PDF is an exam revision guide. It does not provide a complete application process, required documents or all exclusions for this entry. Confirm eligibility, current benefits and application steps with the administering department before applying.