Agnipath Scheme
Government of India · ongoing · since 2022
Agnipath Scheme is a Government of India scheme dating from 2022; its current status is ongoing. 4-year short-service military enlistment scheme for youth aged 17.5–23; 25% retained permanently. Controversially introduced in June 2022; protests followed; scheme continues with modifications.
↗ Official source — mod.gov.in
Projects & Initiatives 1 ongoing
Frequently asked questions
What is Agnipath Scheme?
4-year short-service military enlistment scheme for youth aged 17.5–23; 25% retained permanently. Controversially introduced in June 2022; protests followed; scheme continues with modifications.
What is the official website of Agnipath Scheme?
The official source for Agnipath Scheme is mod.gov.in.
When did Agnipath Scheme start?
Agnipath Scheme dates from 2022.
What is the current status of Agnipath Scheme?
Agnipath Scheme is ongoing.
What is the budget of Agnipath Scheme?
Budget-neutral vs regular recruitment; Agniveer Corpus Fund: ₹30,000 crore over 5 years
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