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UP Cabinet Approves 20% Reservation for Agniveers in Government Jobs
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 09:37 AM
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The Uttar Pradesh cabinet has cleared a 20% reservation quota for Agniveers in government employment, a move aimed at enhancing job opportunities for ex‑servicemen.
The Uttar Pradesh cabinet, in a recent meeting, approved a 20% reservation quota for Agniveers in government jobs across the state. The decision is part of a broader effort to improve employment prospects for ex‑military personnel.
The reservation will apply to a range of public sector positions, including administrative and technical roles. Officials said the move is expected to create thousands of new job openings for Agniveers.
The cabinet also emphasized that the quota will be implemented through a transparent recruitment process, with clear eligibility criteria and selection standards.
The announcement comes as the state government seeks to address the employment needs of its veteran community and strengthen ties between the armed forces and civilian administration.
The reservation will apply to a range of public sector positions, including administrative and technical roles. Officials said the move is expected to create thousands of new job openings for Agniveers.
The cabinet also emphasized that the quota will be implemented through a transparent recruitment process, with clear eligibility criteria and selection standards.
The announcement comes as the state government seeks to address the employment needs of its veteran community and strengthen ties between the armed forces and civilian administration.