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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.

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.