In a major step towards rehabilitating personnel trained under the Agnipath scheme, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Friday allowed the recruitment of ex-Agniveers as Constable (Executive) (Male) with dedicated reservation and relaxations.
According to a notification issued on March 27, 2026, Delhi Police will reserve 20 per cent of Constable (Executive) (Male) posts for ex-Agniveers. These candidates will not have to appear for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Also, they will be eligible for three years’ age relaxation, with an additional five-year relaxation for candidates from the first batch of the scheme.
The new rules are part of amendments made to the Delhi Police (Appointment and Recruitment) Rules, 1980, and have come into effect immediately.
Key highlights of the notification:
- 20% reservation for ex-Agniveers in constable (executive) posts
- No Physical Efficiency Test (PET) required for ex-Agniveer candidates
- Age relaxation of 3 years for all ex-Agniveers
- Extra 5-year age relaxation for candidates from the first batch
- Reservation will be in addition to existing quotas for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, ex-servicemen and others
- 10% quota for ex-servicemen will continue separately, with sub-quotas for those with specialized commando experience
- Selected candidates will be on a 2-year probation, and a reserve panel will remain valid for one year
- The government can relax rules in special cases
The post of Constable (Executive) (Male) remains a Group ‘C’ position with a pay scale of Level-3 (Rs 21,700-69,100). As per official data, the total number of posts is 42,451, though this may change based on requirements.
Recruitment will continue through direct selection, overseen by a board set up by the Delhi Police Commissioner.
Applicants must meet basic eligibility conditions, including passing Class 12, meeting medical standards and having a valid driving licence, with some exceptions. Detailed recruitment procedures, including written exams and physical measurements, will be announced separately.