Uttarakhand
Agniveer Horizontal Reservation Rules, 2025
- 02 Sep 2025
- 1 min read
Why in News?
The Uttarakhand government has announced a 10% horizontal reservation for former Agniveers in various uniformed services, along with relaxation in age limits and exemption from the physical efficiency test for recruitment.
Key Points
- About:
- The Agniveer Horizontal Reservation Rules, 2025, have been notified by the Uttarakhand Department of Personnel and Vigilance.
- The quota applies to direct recruitment under Group C uniformed services for permanent residents of the state, covering various posts in police, fire, forest, jail, excise, and secretariat services.
- Agnipath Scheme:
- Launched in June 2022, the Agnipath Scheme is a short-term recruitment policy for the Armed Forces.
- Candidates aged 17.5–21 years are enrolled as Agniveers for 4 years, with up to 25% absorbed into the permanent cadre.
- Agniveers undergo basic and specialised military training, along with up-skilling courses.
- On exit, they receive a tax-free Seva Nidhi package, providing financial support for future careers.
- Each Agniveer is covered under a ₹48 lakh life insurance policy during service.
