The Indian Army has announced a recruitment rally in Hyderabad for Agniveer enrolment, with the process scheduled to run from November 13 to 24, 2026, at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, in Rangareddy district. The drive is intended for eligible candidates from all 33 districts of Telangana for the 2027 recruiting year under the Agnipath scheme.
Who will be screened at the rally
According to the announcement, only shortlisted candidates who have already received admit cards after the earlier online Common Entrance Examination will be called for the next stage. The rally will cover four categories: Agniveer General Duty, Agniveer Technical, Agniveer Tradesman (10th pass), and Agniveer Tradesman (8th pass).
Candidates have been told to report on their allotted date and time with all original documents and certificates listed in the official recruitment notification, along with the required photocopies. The Army has also advised applicants to follow the instructions mentioned in the notification carefully.
Warning against fraud and middlemen
Army authorities have said the recruitment process is fully automated, fair, transparent, and merit-based. They have also stated that agents, intermediaries, or touts have no role in the selection process. Candidates have been cautioned against fraudsters who claim they can arrange selection or enrolment in exchange for money.
The advisory urges aspirants not to be misled by such individuals or agencies and to depend only on official communication.
Important details for candidates
Venue: GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Gachibowli, Hyderabad
Dates: November 13–24, 2026
Coverage: All 33 districts of Telangana, including Hyderabad, Rangareddy, Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Khammam, Mahabubnagar, Nalgonda, Medchal-Malkajgiri, and others
Categories: Agniveer General Duty, Agniveer Technical, Agniveer Tradesman (10th pass), Agniveer Tradesman (8th pass)
Official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in for notification, admit cards, and updates
Contact: Army Recruiting Office, Secunderabad — 040-27740059
Recruitment process under Agnipath
The announcement follows the standard two-phase process for Agniveer recruitment under the Agnipath scheme. Phase-I includes online registration and the Common Entrance Examination, while Phase-II involves physical and medical screening at the designated rally venue.
Candidates have been advised to check the official website regularly and carry only genuine documents, since any discrepancy can lead to disqualification. The Army has reiterated that applicants should rely exclusively on official sources for information and updates.
