Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) 02/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released for enrolment as Agniveer (Musician). Online applications are invited from unmarried male and unmarried female candidates for the 02/2026 (Jul 26) batch. The vacancies will be decided based on service requirement.
Candidates born between 01 Jul 2004 – 31 Dec 2008 (both dates inclusive) who have passed Matriculation with minimum 50% marks and possess musical proficiency (practical skill on Keyboard/String/Wind instruments or other instruments of Indian or foreign origin) are eligible to apply. The online application process for Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026 will start from 11 April 2026 and remain open until 26 April 2026.
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully to check eligibility criteria, musical requirements, age limit, physical standards, pay & benefits, selection process, and other important instructions before applying online. The direct links to download the official notification PDF and apply online are provided below in this article.
Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Online applications are invited for Agniveer (MR/Musician) - 02/2026 (Jul 26) batch on the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in. Candidates should thoroughly read the official advertisement to check eligibility criteria, age limit, musical standards, selection process and detailed instructions.
| Document | Download Link |
|---|---|
| Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) 02/2026 Batch Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) 02/2026 (Jul 26) Batch |
| Organisation | Indian Navy |
| Post Name | Agniveer (Musician) |
| Total Vacancies | To be decided based on service requirement |
| Pay Scale | ₹30,000 per month (1st year) with yearly increment + Risk & Hardship, Dress & Travel allowances |
| Essential Qualification | Matriculation (10th) with minimum 50% marks + Musical Proficiency |
| Age Limit | Born between 01 Jul 2004 – 31 Dec 2008 (both dates inclusive) |
| Marital Status | Only Unmarried Male & Unmarried Female |
| Application Mode | Online via joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| Application Start Date | 11 April 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 26 April 2026 |
Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 11 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 26 April 2026 |
| Recruitment Process (Tentative) | Early June 2026 |
| Training Commencement | July 2026 at INS Chilka, Odisha |
Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidate must have passed Matriculation Examination with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from the Boards of School Education recognised by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.
Age Limit: Born between 01 Jul 2004 – 31 Dec 2008 (both dates inclusive).
Marital Status: Only unmarried male and unmarried female candidates are eligible. Candidates will have to give a certificate of being 'unmarried' at the time of enrolment. Agniveers shall not be permitted to marry during their entire tenure of four years. Marriage during tenure will result in dismissal.
Musical Ability: The candidate should have proficiency and aptitude for music with accuracy in tempo, pitch and singing one complete song. He/She should also have actual practical skill on any instrument of Indian or foreign origin with proficiency in tuning of instrument, matching unknown notes with instrument, prepared piece, sight reading of Indian Classical/Tablature/Staff Notation, performance of Scale/Raaga/Taala and basic theory of Indian or International music.
Type of Instruments on which Proficiency Required: Candidates would be required to perform with expertise on one or more instruments such as Keyboard/String/Wind instruments or any other instrument of Indian or foreign origin. Candidates performing on indefinite pitch instruments such as Jazz Drum set, Bass Drum, Snare Drums, Side Drums, Cymbals, Non Chromatic instruments such as bugle & monotone instruments used to produce only one note or drone will not be eligible.
Musical Experience Certificate:
- Candidates performing Hindustani or Carnatic Classical music on wind instruments will require a musical experience certificate from any recognized musical institute or organisation of repute.
- A certificate of minimum initial grade from international boards such as Trinity College of Music, London or Royal School of Music London etc., will be mandatory for candidates performing western notation or western music on wind instruments.
- Other candidates will be required to submit certificates of participation/awards presented at various events.
Physical Standards:
- Minimum Height: 157 cm (Male & Female)
- Visual Standards: 6/12, 6/12 (Uncorrected) | 6/6, 6/6 (Corrected) | CP Pass
Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026 Pay, Allowances & Benefits
Agniveers will be paid a package of ₹30,000 per month with a fixed yearly increment. In addition, risk and hardship, dress and travel allowances will be paid.
Seva Nidhi Package (One-time on completion of 4 years):
| Year | Customised Package (Monthly) | In Hand (70%) | Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%) | Contribution to Corpus Fund by GoI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | 30,000 | 21,000 | 9,000 | 9,000 |
| 2nd Year | 33,000 | 23,100 | 9,900 | 9,900 |
| 3rd Year | 36,500 | 25,550 | 10,950 | 10,950 |
| 4th Year | 40,000 | 28,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 |
| Total | - | - | 5.02 Lakh | 5.02 Lakh |
- Life Insurance Cover: ₹48 Lakh (non-contributory)
- Death Compensation: ₹44 Lakh (one-time ex-gratia) + Insurance
- Disability Compensation: ₹44/25/15 Lakh (based on % disability)
Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection of recruits is based on the order of merit based on their performance in Music Ability Test.
- Shortlisting: Based on marks obtained in Matriculation examination (All India merit). Only candidates holding valid music certificates will be considered.
- Recruitment Process: Physical Fitness Test (PFT) → Written Examination → Music Ability Test → Recruitment Medical Examination.
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT) – Qualifying:
| Gender | 1.6 Km Run | Squats (Uthak Baithak) | Push-ups | Bent Sit-ups | Knee Sit-ups |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 06 min 30 sec | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Female | 08 min | 15 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
- Written Examination: 50 MCQs (Science & Mathematics + General Awareness), 30 minutes, bilingual, minimum 25% marks required.
- Music Ability Test: Qualifying for final selection.
- Recruitment Medical Examination & Pre-Enrolment Medicals at INS Chilka.
Final Merit List: Based on performance in Music Ability Test (All India basis).
How to Apply for Indian Navy Agniveer (MR/Musician) Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official Indian Navy portal before the last date.
Step 1 – Visit www.joinindiannavy.gov.in and register.
Step 2 – Fill the online application form with correct details and upload scanned copies of all required documents (including music certificates, Matriculation marksheet, photograph with slate).
Step 3 – Verify and submit the application.
Step 4 – Download and print the application for future reference.
Important Note: Recent passport size colour photograph (taken not before Mar 2026) with name and date written on slate is mandatory. Applications through speed post/registered post will not be accepted.
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