At a Glance
- Application Start Date
- 30 July 2026
- Conducting Body
- Indian Army
- Eligibility
- Class 8th / 10th / 12th Pass
- Salary
- As per Agnipath Scheme Norms
- Location
- All India
Quick Summary
Indian Army has released the official schedule for Agniveer Unit Headquarters (UHQ) Recruitment Rally 2026 starting from 30 July 2026 at 2 STC. Check complete rally dates, trade-wise schedule, and eligibility.
Indian Army is the land-based branch of the Indian Armed Forces, responsible for national defence and security. The official portal for recruitment notifications, admit cards, and rally updates under the Agnipath scheme is joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Indian Army Agniveer UHQ Rally 2026 – Overview
Opportunities under the Unit Headquarters (UHQ) Quota have opened up for eligible candidates and priority category applicants across India. The Indian Army has officially released the indicative notification for the Indian Army Agniveer UHQ Recruitment Rally 2026 in Employment News (18–24 July 2026 edition). The recruitment rally is scheduled to commence on 30 July 2026 onwards at the 2 Signal Training Centre (Army), located at 3 Military Training Centre near Maudgavon Railway Station. Candidates who have registered under the UHQ quota or outstanding sportsman categories can check their trade-wise test dates on the official portal at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Unit Headquarters (UHQ) recruitment rallies provide a dedicated entry avenue for wards of servicemen, ex-servicemen, war widows, and outstanding sports personnel, supplementing general open recruitment rallies conducted by ZROs/AROs across the country.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Indian Army |
| Recruitment Type | Unit Headquarters (UHQ) Quota Rally 2026 |
| Posts Offered | Agniveer Tech, Agniveer GD, Agniveer Tradesmen (10th & 8th Pass) |
| Rally Location | 2 Signal Training Centre (Army), 3 MTC, near Maudgavon Railway Station |
| Rally Start Date | 30 July 2026 |
| Selection Rounds | Document Verification, PET/PMT, Proficiency Test & Medical Exam |
| Official Portal | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Source: Official Indian Army Agniveer UHQ Rally Short Notice (Employment News July 18–24, 2026).
Indian Army Agniveer UHQ Rally 2026 – Complete Schedule
The rally follows a strict trade-wise timeline. Candidates must report at the designated training center on the specific date assigned to their respective category:
| Event / Category | Rally / Test Date |
|---|---|
| Document Screening & Initial Inspection (Tech & GD) | 30 July 2026 – 31 July 2026 |
| Agniveer Tech Proficiency Test | 03 August 2026 |
| Agniveer General Duty (GD) Rally | 05 August 2026 |
| Agniveer Tradesmen (10th & 8th Pass) Rally | 07 August 2026 |
Indian Army Agniveer 2026 – Eligibility & Sportsman Category
Candidates applying under UHQ quota or special categories must fulfill the following criteria:
1. Trade-Wise Educational Qualification
- Agniveer General Duty (GD): Class 10th / Matriculation pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject.
- Agniveer Technical: 10+2 / Intermediate pass in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 40% in each subject.
- Agniveer Tradesmen (10th Pass): Class 10th pass with minimum 33% in each subject.
- Agniveer Tradesmen (8th Pass): Class 8th pass with minimum 33% in each subject.
2. Sportsman Eligibility
Outstanding sports personnel in designated disciplines, including Football and Taekwondo, are eligible to participate in the recruitment rally as per the relaxation criteria mentioned in the notification. Candidates must produce valid sports certificates issued by recognized national or state sports federations within the last two years.
Essential Documents Required at the Rally Site
Candidates arriving at the 2 Signal Training Centre must carry the following documents in original along with two sets of self-attested photocopies:
- Admit Card: Printed copy of the admit card downloaded from the Join Indian Army website.
- Education Certificates: Mark sheets and passing certificates of Class 8th, 10th, or 12th as applicable.
- Relationship Certificate: Valid Relationship Certificate issued by the Record Office for UHQ quota candidates (Wards of Servicemen/Ex-Servicemen/Widows).
- Sports Certificate: Original achievement certificates for candidates applying under the Sportsman quota (e.g., Football, Taekwondo).
- Domicile & Caste Certificate: Issued by authorized government officials (Tehsildar / District Magistrate).
- Character & Unmarried Certificate: Issued by the Village Sarpanch / Municipal Corporation within the last 6 months.
- Photographs & Photo ID: 20 recent passport-size color photographs and original Aadhaar Card / PAN Card.
How to Check Indian Army Agniveer Admit Card & Schedule
Candidates can verify notice details and download their hall tickets by following these steps:
- Visit the Official Portal: Open joinindianarmy.nic.in in your browser.
- Login to Profile: Click on "Agnipath" and select "Apply Online / Login".
- Enter Credentials: Enter your registered Username, Password, and Captcha code.
- Download Admit Card: Navigate to the "Admit Card" section on your dashboard and download the UHQ Rally hall ticket once the download link is activated.
- Print PDF: Take a clear laser printout on A4 size paper for presentation at the rally ground.
Rally Venue: 2 STC, Maudgavon | Commencing: 30 July 2026
Indian Army Agniveer UHQ Rally 2026 – Official Links
| Important Links | Direct Official URL |
|---|---|
| Join Indian Army Portal | Visit Portal |
