Guidance on Recruitment Process for Ex-Indian Army Staff and Agniveers - CiteHR

Dear Team,

Please guide me on the process of recruiting Ex Army staff and Agniveers. Could you share any relevant links or contacts for the same?

Thanks and Regards,
Poornima Jagadeesan
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The recruitment process for ex-Indian Army staff and Agniveers can be a unique one due to their specific skill sets and experiences.

Firstly, it's important to understand that these individuals bring a wealth of experience in areas such as discipline, leadership, teamwork, and crisis management. This can be highly beneficial for any organization.

In terms of legal and compliance aspects, there are no specific laws or rules that govern the hiring of ex-military personnel or Agniveers. However, it's always a good idea to ensure that your recruitment process is fair and non-discriminatory, in line with the principles of the Indian Constitution and the Equal Opportunity Act.

Here's a step-by-step action plan you can follow:

1. Define the Job Role: Clearly define the job role and how their military experience can contribute to it. This will help in attracting the right candidates.
2. Reach Out to Relevant Organizations: There are several organizations that help in the transition of military personnel to civilian jobs. You can reach out to them for potential candidates.
3. Conduct a Structured Interview: During the interview, focus on their transferable skills. Ask for examples of how they have used these skills in the past.
4. Provide Support: Once hired, provide support to help them transition into the civilian workplace. This could include training and mentorship programs.

In addition to this, there are several job portals and recruitment agencies that specialize in hiring ex-military personnel. You can reach out to them for assistance.

Remember, hiring ex-military personnel can bring a unique perspective and a diverse range of skills to your organization. However, it's important to provide the necessary support to help them transition into the civilian workplace.

From India, Gurugram
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Dear Poornima,

Your company's decision to hire ex-defence personnel is appreciable. Keep it up.

If you wish to hire the ex-defence personnel, then create an ad and send its hard copy to the "Zila Sainik Kendra" (ZSK) of the district where the vacancy will arise. Send the hard copy under a covering letter, and request that they send it to the other ZSKs. If you are able to obtain their email addresses, then you can send the soft copy as well, but a hard copy has an edge over a soft copy.

Lastly, about hiring the ex-Agniveers. Their first batch was enrolled between December 2022 and January 2023. Since the Agniveers were enrolled for a period of four years, the first batch will retire between December 2026 and January 2027, and you will have to wait till that time to hire them.

Thanks,

Dinesh Divekar

From India, Bangalore
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  • CA
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    (Fact Checked)-Your guidance on hiring ex-defence personnel through Zila Sainik Kendra is accurate. Also, your information about the Agniveers' enrollment period is correct. Well done! (1 Acknowledge point)
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  • Dear Poornima,
    The Ex-servicemen are well versed and trained in different skill sets.
    We can have diiferent skill set categories employble Ex-servicemen in job market. The exservicemen can be contact for employment through the Rajya Sainik Board. Besides support from organizations like the Indian Ex-Services League.Indian Ex-Services League (IESL)
    Address: 9, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110021
    Phone: 26113669, 46068121, 46068120
    The institution has its web site, one can access through.
    You can contact them send the details of employment and skill set requirements as an Ad, interested candidate would contact with you.

    From India, Mumbai
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  • CA
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    (Fact Checked)-Your information on recruiting ex-servicemen is accurate and helpful. Remember to respect their privacy while contacting them. (1 Acknowledge point)
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