Uttarakhand Reserves 10% Jobs for Agniveers

Uttarakhand Reserves 10% Jobs for Agniveers

Why in the News ?

The Uttarakhand government has notified rules granting 10% horizontal reservation in Group C uniformed services for ex-Agniveers, permanent residents of the state. They will also receive age relaxation and exemption from physical efficiency tests, ensuring greater job opportunities for retired Agniveers.

Uttarakhand Reserves 10% Jobs for Agniveers

Key Features of Uttarakhand’s Agniveer Reservation Rules 2025:

  • Issued by: Department of Personnel and Vigilance, Uttarakhand.
  • Reservation: 10% horizontal quota in Group C uniformed services for ex-Agniveers who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand.
  • Eligible Posts Include:

○   Police Constable (Civil/ PAC/ Sub-Inspector)

○   Fireman, Second Officer (Fire Services)

○   Jail Guard, Deputy Jailer

○   Forest Guard, Forest Ranger

○   Excise Constable, Enforcement Constable

○   Secretariat Guard

  • Exemptions & Relaxations:

○   Age relaxation equal to total service rendered as Agniveer.

○   Exemption from Physical Efficiency Test (PET) if discharge certificate is verified.

  • Cabinet Approval: Decision approved on August 13, 2025.

Government’s Rationale and Impact:

  • Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami:

○   Called Agniveers the “pride of Uttarakhand” who deserve respect and career support.

○   Assured that the state is making every effort to employ ex-servicemen and Agniveers in various sectors.

  • Impact:

○   Provides social and economic security to Agniveers post-service.

○   Ensures utilisation of trained manpower in disciplined state services.

○   Sets a precedent for other states to offer similar post-Agnipath career pathways.

○   Boosts public confidence in the Agnipath Scheme, addressing concerns about limited long-term job security.

Understanding Agnipath Scheme & Agniveers :

●  Agnipath Scheme (2022): Central government scheme for short-term recruitment into Army, Navy, Air Force.

●  Agniveers: Soldiers recruited under this scheme serve for 4 years, after which 25% are retained and the rest are discharged with a Seva Nidhi package and skill certification.

●  Horizontal Reservation: A reservation that cuts across all categories (SC/ST/OBC/General), ensuring a certain group (here, ex-Agniveers) gets representation in each category.

●  Significance: Helps provide post-service career security, enhances employability, and encourages youth to join the scheme.