BSF Opens Doors to 50% Ex-Agniveers in Constable Recruitment - A Breakthrough for Veterans

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In a landmark move, the Union home ministry has increased the quota for ex-Agniveers in the Border Security Force (BSF) constable recruitment to 50%, up from the initial 10%. The revised rules, which came into effect on Friday, aim to provide more opportunities to the young soldiers who have completed their four-year service under the Agnipath scheme. Under the new rules, the recruitment process will be divided into two phases. In the first phase, the Nodal Force will conduct the recruitment for 50% of the vacancies earmarked for ex-Agniveers. In the second phase, the Staff Selection Commission will conduct the recruitment for the remaining 47% of the vacancies, including 10% for ex-servicemen and unfilled ex-Agniveer vacancies in specific categories. The move is part of the government's efforts to integrate ex-Agniveers into the paramilitary forces. The BSF has already worked closely with the Indian Army along the international border, and the collaboration has been instrumental in maintaining peace and security in the region. The Agnipath scheme, launched in 2022, aimed to recruit young soldiers for a short-term period of four years, with an option to retain 25% of them in the regular cadre for 15 more years. The scheme has been instrumental in rejuvenating the armed forces and creating a skilled and dynamic workforce. The relaxation of upper age limit and the requirement of a physical efficiency test has made it easier for ex-Agniveers to join the paramilitary forces. The government has also relaxed the upper age limit for ex-Agniveers, allowing them to join the forces even after completing their four-year service. This breakthrough move is expected to provide a new lease of life to ex-Agniveers and help them integrate into the paramilitary forces. The move is also seen as a step towards creating a more inclusive and skilled workforce in the armed forces.