Home Ministry raises reservation for ex-Agniveers in CAPFs to 50%

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Reservation for ex-Agniveers in CAPFs increased from 10% to 50%, starting with the BSF.
Home Ministry raises reservation for ex-Agniveers in CAPFs to 50%
A What happened
The Union Home Ministry has significantly increased reservation for ex-Agniveers in Central Armed Police Forces Group C posts from 10% to 50%, commencing with the Border Security Force. This policy change is intended to improve employment prospects for ex-Agniveers within CAPFs, reflecting a structural adjustment in recruitment priorities. It signals greater institutional support for integrating short-service military personnel into internal security roles.
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Key insights

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    Recognizing the Agnipath scheme's career transition needs: The reservation increase acknowledges challenges ex-Agniveers face in employment after short-term military service, addressing transition through priority placement in CAPFs.

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    Shift in CAPF recruitment strategy: Raising reservation to 50% rebalances recruitment to favor ex-military personnel, potentially impacting the composition and experience diversity within CAPFs.

Takeaways

The policy elevates ex-Agniveers’ role in central policing, marking a significant institutional adjustment in recruitment to better harness their skills post-service.

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