The first batch of ‘AGNIVEER’ selected under AGNIPATH scheme from Unit Headquarter Quota and from different AROs& ZROs reported at the prestigious, The MARATHA Light Infantry Regimental Centre between 25 to 29 Dec 2022. Approximately 160 candidates have been selected after rigorous tests that included Physical Tests, Medical Tests and Common Entrance Examination. The training of first batch of Agniveers will commence from 02 Jan 2023. Thorough preparations for training and administration have been made at the Regimental Centre. The Agniveers who have reported for training have been received after thorough security check, background check and documents verification processes.

The MARATHA Light Infantry Regimental Centre has been transforming the civilians youth to a brave soldier for the nation since last 254 years. It is one of the best training Centre in the entire Indian Army and has been making its own significant contribution to Maratha regiment.

The selected Agniveers will undergo 10 weeks of Basic Military Training followed up by 21 weeks of Advance Military Training at this Regimental Centre. After successful completion of the prescribed training, Agniveers will be attested as young soldiers and will be dispatched to the different MARATHA Battalions located in various parts of the Country to serve the Nation.