Centre Revises Agnipath Scheme for Agniveers
NEW DELHI | November 4: The Union Cabinet has approved a major revision to the Agnipath recruitment scheme, creating a pathway for all Agniveers to join the regular armed forces as permanent soldiers, subject to prescribed selection criteria. The decision was announced on Wednesday, November 4, following a review of the scheme's implementation and the performance of Agniveers. Under the revised arrangement, the existing provision of retaining 25 per cent of Agniveers in regular service after completing their initial four-year tenure will continue on the basis of merit. However, the remaining 75 per cent will now be offered an additional two-year engagement period, subject to their willingness. After completing the extended two-year tenure, these Agniveers will also be offered enrolment into the regular armed forces, provided they are willing to continue and meet the prescribed selection criteria. The revised arrangement effectively provides all Agniveers with an opportunity ...