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India extends Agniveer service by two years, opening retention pathway

The Cabinet has approved an additional two years for 75% of Agniveers, with continued service in the armed forces subject to objective selection criteria.

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Cabinet approves two additional years of Agniveer engagement

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Chief of Defence Staff publicly announces the decision

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Extension offer covers 75 percent of Agniveers

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Extended engagement allows service for up to six years

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