Exciting news for ex-Agniveers, as the Ministry of Home Affairs has announced a crucial amendment in the recruitment rules for the Border Security Force (BSF). This notification, now published in the Gazette of India, introduces a revised system where 50% of the constable positions filled via direct recruitment each year will be reserved for ex-Agniveers. Moreover, an additional 10% quota is allotted for former servicemen, while 3% is maintained for the accommodation of Combatized Constables (Tradesmen).
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Ex-Agniveers Granted Up to 5 Years Age Relaxation
Discussing age limits, for the Constable (GD) position, the minimum age is established at 18 years, with the maximum being 23 years. Age calculations align with the relevant SSC or nodal force notifications. Special age relaxations have been expressly granted to ex-Agniveers.
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The inaugural batch of ex-Agniveers receives up to a five-year age relaxation, while others get an extended window of up to three years. This strategy crafts a promising pathway for ex-Agniveers to forge secure careers within the security forces and ensures an accessible official career path for them.
What are Agniveers?
Agniveers are soldiers recruited under the Agnipath initiative launched by the Indian government in 2022 to shape the forces as younger, more efficient, and technologically adept units. Recruitment under this scheme is contracted for a period of four years.
Understanding the Agnipath Scheme
Agnipath is a strategic recruitment plan targeting young minds for short-term service of four years in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Those enlisting under this arrangement earn the moniker ‘Agniveers’.
Service Duration
Total Service: 4 Years
Upon completion of four years:
Approximately 25% of Agniveers are retained for permanent roles (regular service)
The remaining 75% are honorably discharged from duty
Salaries and Benefits
Monthly Salaries for Agniveers:
Year Monthly SalaryFirst Year ₹30,000Second Year ₹33,000Third Year ₹36,500Fourth Year ₹40,000
Eligibility Criteria
Age: Around 17.5 to 21 years (flexible in certain years)
Qualification: 10th / 12th grade (based on the position)
Physical and medical tests mandatory
Benefits After 4 Years
Upon completing the service, Agniveers receive:
Reservation in CAPF, BSF, CRPF, CISF
Priority in state police jobs
Assistance in private-sector employment
Skill certificates
Examples like the BSF’s 50% reservation policy
