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Delhi Police Reserves 20% Constable Posts for Ex-Agniveers, Approves Age Relaxation

Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved an amendment to reserve 20% of male constable posts in Delhi Police for Ex-Agniveers. The new rules grant them exemption from the Physical Efficiency Test and provide three years of age relaxation, with five years for the first Agniveer batch. This initiative aims to facilitate a smoother transition for former Agniveers into law enforcement roles by recognizing their military service. The decision follows similar measures by states like Haryana to support Ex-Agniveers in post-service government recruitment.

Key Points: Delhi Police 20% Quota for Ex-Agniveers Approved by LG

  • 20% reservation for Ex-Agniveers
  • Exemption from Physical Efficiency Test
  • 3-5 years age relaxation
  • Smoother transition to law enforcement
  • Applies to 42,451 sanctioned posts
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LG Saxena approves 20% posts of male Constables (Executive) in Delhi police for Ex-Agniveers

LG VK Saxena approves 20% reservation for Ex-Agniveers in Delhi Police constable recruitment with age relaxation and PET exemption.

"Ex-Agniveers will get 20 per cent reservation in recruitment to the post of Constable (Executive) in Delhi Police. - LG Office Press Note"

New Delhi, February 23

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved an amendment in Rule 9 of Delhi Police Rules, 1980, to incorporate provisions for the recruitment of Ex-Agniveers as Male Constable in Delhi Police.

Under the new amendment, Ex-Agniveers will get 20 per cent reservation in recruitment to the post of Constable (Executive) in Delhi Police.

They will also receive exemption from the Physical Efficiency Test and three years relaxation in the prescribed upper age limit. Additionally, candidates of the first batch of the Agniveer Scheme will get five years' age relaxation beyond the prescribed upper age limit of 25 years, a press note issued from the LG office read.

At present, there are 42,451 sanctioned posts of Male Constable (Executive) in the Delhi Police. Constables are appointed through a direct recruitment process, and the age limit for the same is 18 to 25 years. After the amendment, a large number of Ex-Agniveers will be eligible for appointment as Constables in the Delhi Police.

The Agniveer Scheme, launched in 2022, aims at recruiting Indian youths to serve in the Armed Forces. The new provisions are expected to ensure that Ex-Agniveers have a smoother transition into law enforcement roles, recognising their four-year service in the Armed Forces. The scheme provides them a better chance to serve society due to their prior training and experience.

Earlier, the Haryana government decided to grant relaxation in the upper age limit for ex-Agniveers, who are domiciles of the state, during direct recruitment after completing their military service, an official statement said.

A letter to this effect has been issued by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi. As per the government's decision, ex-Agniveers will be entitled to a relaxation of three years in the prescribed upper age limit for direct recruitment to Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts. Additionally, members of the first batch of ex-Agniveers will receive an age relaxation of five years.

All departments, boards, corporations, universities, and field offices have been directed to ensure strict compliance with these instructions.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the intent to help ex-servicemen, I'm concerned about the 20% reservation. What about the regular candidates who have been preparing for years? Their chances just got reduced. There should be a balance.
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Arjun K
Good decision. Their four years of military training is an asset for policing. Exemption from PET makes sense as they are already physically fit. Hope other states follow Delhi and Haryana's lead.
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Sarah B
Interesting policy. Integrating trained personnel from the armed forces into civilian law enforcement could improve operational effectiveness. The age relaxation is crucial for their second career.
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Vikram M
Bhai, this is what was needed! After serving as Agniveer, these youths were worried about their future. Now they have a clear path to a stable government job in the police. Jai Hind!
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Meera T
A respectful suggestion: The focus should also be on ensuring a smooth transition with proper training on civil laws and community policing. Military and police duties, while both about service, have different approaches.

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