The Indian Army has opened online applications for the Common Entrance Exam (CEE) 2025. This recruitment drive covers various posts under the Agniveer scheme including General Duty, Technical, Tradesman, Nursing Assistant, Sepoy Pharma, and Junior Commissioned Officers. Candidates interested in applying should review the eligibility criteria, selection process, and important dates below. Applications can be submitted from March 12 to April 10, 2025.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | March 12, 2025 |
| Application End Date | April 10, 2025 |
| Agniveer Exam Date | June 2025 |
| Admit Card Availability | Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount (₹) |
| General / OBC / EWS | 250 |
| SC / ST | 250 |
Payment should be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Age Limit by Post (As on October 1, 2025)
| Post | Age Limit |
| Agniveer GD/Technical/etc. | 17.5 to 21 Years |
| Soldier Technical | 17.5 to 23 Years |
| Sepoy Pharma | 19 to 25 Years |
| JCO Religious Teacher | 25 to 34 Years |
| JCO Catering | 21 to 27 Years |
| Havildar | 20 to 25 Years |
Post-Wise Eligibility & Physical Standards
1. Havildar Education
- Qualification: Bachelor’s/Master’s in IT, CS, Mass Comm, Journalism, Psychology, etc. with minimum 50% marks.
- Physical: Height depends on region. Refer to official rally notification.
2. Havildar Surveyor Automated Cartographer
- Qualification: B.A./B.Sc with Maths or B.E./B.Tech in Engineering disciplines with 50% in PCM in 10+2.
- Physical: Region-wise height. See notification for details.
3. JCO Catering
- Qualification: 10+2 with Diploma/Certificate in Cookery or Hotel Management.
- Physical: Region-wise height. Refer to rally notification.
4. JCO Religious Teacher (Dharm Guru)
- Qualification: Graduate with religious-specific qualifications (e.g., Shastri, Gyani, Alim, etc.).
- Physical:
- Height: 160 cm (General), 157 cm (Gorkhas & Ladakh)
- Chest: 77 cm
- 1.6 km Running in 8 mins
5. Agniveer GD, Technical, Assistant, Store Keeper, Tradesman (Men)
- Qualification: Class 8th, 10th, or 12th depending on post.
- Physical:
- Height: 169 cm (GD/Technical), 162 cm (Office Assistant/Store Keeper)
- Running: 1.6 km in 5 min 30 sec
- Pull Ups: 10
- 9-ft Ditch, Zigzag Balance
6. Agniveer GD (Women Military Police)
- Qualification: 10th with 45% overall and 33% in each subject.
- Physical:
- Height: 162 cm
- Running: 1.6 km in 7 min 30 sec
- 10-ft Long Jump, 3-ft High Jump
7. Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant
- Qualification: 10+2 with PCB/English (50% aggregate and 40% in each subject)
- Physical:
- Height: 169 cm (E UP), 170 cm (W UP), 163 cm (Uttarakhand)
- Running: 1.6 km in 5 min 45 sec
- Pull Ups, 9-ft Ditch, Zigzag Balance
8. Sepoy Pharma
- Qualification: D.Pharm with 55% & registration OR B.Pharm with 50% & registration
- Physical: Same as Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant
How to Apply
- Visit the official Join Indian Army website.
- Register and log in to fill out the online form.
- Upload required documents including photo and certificates.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Double-check the form before final submission.
- Print a copy for future reference.
Useful Links
- Apply Online
- Download ARO/ZRO Notification
- JCO Religious Teacher Notification
- Havildar Education Notification
- JCO Catering Notification
- Havildar Surveyor Notification
- Join Indian Army Official Website
- Join Sarkari Result Channels: Telegram | WhatsApp
This guide summarizes all the important information for the Indian Army CEE Agniveer 2025 recruitment. Make sure to read the official notification for your zone before applying.