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AIR Spotlight - Agneepath Scheme AIR Spotlight is an insightful program featured daily on the All India Radio Newsonair. In this program, many eminent panelists discuss issues of importance which can be quite helpful in Participants: • Rtd. Lt General Sanjay Kulkarni, Defence Specialist • Moderator Ajay Banerjee, Journalist Context: The government has launched the Agnipath Defence Policy Reform, which is a recruitment scheme, expected to provide job possibilities for the country’s youth. What exactly is the Agnipath scheme? • The government recently announced its new Agnipath scheme for recruiting soldiers in all three services – Army, Navy & Airforce. • The soldiers recruited under the new recruitment reform plan are going to be known as Agniveers. • Approximately 45,000-50,000 soldiers will be recruited every year under the new scheme, with the majority 75% being recruited only for 4 years. • The remaining 25% of the total annual recruits will be able to continue for another 15 years, under permanent commission. • Only personnel below the rank of officer (those who do not join the forces as commissioned officers) will be affected by this scheme. Eligibility criteria • The age limit to apply for the scheme is between 17.5 to 21 years. The upper age limit has been relaxed from 21 years to 23 years for 2023. This will, however, be a one-time allowance. • Medical and physical fitness criteria shall be met in accordance with existing rules, and recruitment would be done on ...

Premium Explained: The Agnipath scheme for recruiting soldiers — what is it, how will it work? Under the new Agnipath scheme, around 45,000 to 50,000 soldiers will be recruited annually, and most will leave the service in just four years. Of the total annual recruits, only 25 per cent will be allowed to continue for another 15 years under permanent commission. The government on Tuesday unveiled its new Agnipath scheme for recruiting soldiers across the three services. The new defence recruitment reform, which has been cleared by the Cabinet Committee on Security, will come into effect immediately, and the soldiers recruited under the scheme will be called Agniveers. What is the Agnipath scheme? Under the new scheme, around 45,000 to 50,000 soldiers will be recruited annually, and most will leave the service in just four years. Of the total annual recruits, only 25 per cent will be allowed to continue for another 15 years under permanent commission. The move will make the permanent force levels much leaner for the over 13-lakh strong armed forces in the country. The new system is only for personnel below officer ranks (those who do not join the forces as commissioned officers). Under the What happens after selection? Once selected, the aspirants will go through training for six months and then will be deployed for three and a half years. During this period, they will get a starting salary of Rs 30,000, along with additional benefits which will go up to Rs 40,000 by the end ...

Many Indians have a dream to join Indian Armed Forces. But getting selected for the Indian Army is not that easy. Candidates have to qualify for various entrance exams and then go through a difficult training process for getting selected. There is good news for youths with such dreams. Recently a new scheme is proposed in India to accomplish the aim of millions of youths joining the Indian Army. Today we will discuss the scheme “Agneepath” in detail by highlighting its eligibility criteria, benefits as well as disadvantages. Short and Long Agnipath Scheme Essay in English Here I’m presenting short and long essays on Agnipath Scheme under different word limits. The language is kept simple so that everyone can understand this scheme easily. This topic is useful for students and youths to know different aspects of this scheme. Agneepath Scheme Essay 10 Lines (100 - 150 Words) 1) Agneepath is a recruitment program announced on 14 June 2022 by Rajnath Singh (Defence Minister). 2) The scheme was passed earlier by the Union cabinet on 14 May 2022. 3) About 46,000 soldiers are expected to be recruited every year under this scheme. 4) Candidates will be chosen for the post below officer rank in Indian Armed Forces. 5) The service tenure will include 6 months of training and 3.5 years of job. 6) This scheme aims to reduce unemployment in the country. 7) After 4 years, only 25% of soldiers will be allowed to continue further. 8) The remaining soldiers will be sent back with the Seva ...

In News: The GoI unveiled its new Agnipath scheme for recruiting soldiers across the three services • The soldiers recruited under the scheme will be called Agniveers. What is the Agnipath scheme? • Under the new scheme , around 45,000 to 50,000 soldiers will be recruited annually, and most will leave the service in just four years. • Of the total annual recruits, only 25 percent will be allowed to continue for another 15 years under permanent commission. What is the eligibility criterion? • The new system is only for personnel below officer ranks • Under the Agnipath scheme, aspirants between the ages of 17.5 years and 21 years will be eligible to apply. • The recruitment standards will remain the same, and recruitment will be done twice a year through rallies. What happens after selection? • Once selected, the aspirants will go through training for six months and then will be deployed for three and a half years. • During this period, they will get a starting salary of Rs 30,000, along with additional benefits which will go up to Rs 40,000 by the end of the four-year service. • 30 per cent of their salary will be set aside under a Seva Nidhi programme, and the government will contribute an equal amount every month, and it will also accrue interest. • At the end of the four-year period, each soldier will get Rs 11.71 lakh as a lump sum amount, which will be tax-free. • They will also get an Rs 48 lakh life insurance cover for the four years. • In case of death, the payout ...

Prelims: Current events of national importance (Agnipath Scheme, All India Services) Mains GS Paper II & III: Role of civil services in a democracy ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS Last month, the centre launched the Agnipath scheme for the armed forces of the country with a view to making armed forces leaner and without compromising their combat abilities. The article discusses the need for a similar scheme with regard to the All-India Services (AIS). INSIGHTS ON THE ISSUE Agnipath Scheme: Agnipath Scheme will henceforth guide all the recruitments of soldiers, sailors, and airmen between the ages of 17.5 and 21 to serve for four years. • Agniveers: Youths joining the armed forces under the new scheme • Enrolment: It will be based on an “All India, All Class” • Departure from the previous scheme: Previously, recruits were required to serve at least 17 years before they could retire with a pension. • Training period:6 months + deployment for three and a half years. Advantages of Agnipath Scheme: • Reduction in Manpower cost: The government has paid more than 3.3 lakh crore in defence pension since 2020. • As per Army calculations, the savings for the government in this ‘Tour of Duty model’ of recruitment from just one sepoy would be around 11.5 cr (the army initially proposed a 3-year service model). • Younger force: Over time, the average age of the armed forces personnel will be reduced to 26 years, a significant drop from the current average of 32 years. • Disciplined Civilian: Defend...

List of Contents • • • • • • For 7PM Editorial Archives click Introduction The Government has unveiled a new Agnipath scheme for recruiting soldiers across the three services. This new defense recruitment reform has been cleared by the Cabinet Committee on Security and will come into effect immediately. The soldiers recruited under the scheme will be called Agniveers. The changes in the recruitment policy of non-officer personnel to the armed forces is being termed as a radical shift. The scheme is expected to make the force leaner and reduce the defense bill. However there are some challenges and concerns which would require redressal. What is the Agnipath Scheme? It is a short-service manpower model under which around 45,000 to 50,000 soldiers will be recruited annually. Of these, 7 5% will leave the service in four years. 25% will be allowed to continue for another 15 years under permanent commission. Eligibility Criteria : The new system is only for personnel below officer ranks (those who do not join the forces as commissioned officers). Aspirants between the ages of 17.5 years and 21 years will be eligible to apply. The recruitment standards will remain the same, and recruitment will be done twice a year through rallies. Post Selection Scenario : Once selected, the aspirants will go through training for six months and then will be deployed for three and a half years. During this period, they will get a starting salary of INR 30,000, along with additional benefits whi...