The Indian government has introduced a new recruitment category for ex-Agniveers applying to the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles, reserving 50% of Constable (General Duty) and Rifleman vacancies for them. This announcement was made on July 21, 2026, aiming to facilitate the transition of Agniveers into these forces with relaxed age criteria, according to livemint.com.
The Centre’s decision creates a dedicated recruitment channel for ex-Agniveers, who have completed their service under the Agnipath scheme. This category will allow them to compete for half of the available vacancies in CAPFs and Assam Rifles as Constables or Riflemen. The government has also introduced age relaxation norms specifically for these candidates to enhance their eligibility and ease their integration into the forces, livemint.com reported.
This move addresses the challenge of reintegrating Agniveers into the workforce after their short-term military service, providing them with stable employment opportunities in paramilitary forces. It also reflects the government’s commitment to supporting ex-servicemen and optimizing the utilization of their training and experience. The 50% reservation is a significant quota compared to typical recruitment policies, marking an important shift in CAPF recruitment strategy, as noted by livemint.com.
The new recruitment category and reservation policy for ex-Agniveers in CAPFs and Assam Rifles took effect immediately following the announcement on July 21, 2026. The government’s notification specifies the implementation details, including age relaxation and application procedures, ensuring a streamlined process for eligible candidates, according to livemint.com.