How Much Eyesight is Required for Agniveer?

Are you aiming to join the Indian Army as an Agniveer but unsure if your vision meets the required standards? Whether you wear glasses or have a slight refractive error, you might be wondering, “Am I eligible for Agniveer recruitment with my eyesight?”

Don’t worry! In this blog, we’ll break down the eyesight requirements for Agniveer candidates, including the uncorrected and corrected vision requirements, refractive error limits, and the color vision test. We’ll also discuss what options are available if your eyesight doesn’t quite meet the mark, like LASIK surgery.

So, let’s dive in and clear all your doubts about the eyesight requirements for Agniveer recruitment!

Minimum Uncorrected Vision Standards for Agniveer

For candidates looking to join the Indian Army as an Agniveer, one of the key vision standards is the uncorrected vision requirement. This refers to the vision without glasses or contact lenses.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Better Eye: Your better eye should have a vision of 6/12.

• Worse Eye: Your worse eye should also meet the 6/12 vision standard.

6/12 means that you should be able to see at 6 meters what a person with normal vision can see at 12 meters. This is the minimum uncorrected vision requirement for Agniveer candidates. If your uncorrected vision doesn’t meet this standard, you may need corrective measures like glasses, contact lenses, or LASIK surgery to qualify.

Corrected Vision Standards for Agniveer Candidates

Having a corrected vision is just as important as meeting the uncorrected vision standards. Here’s what’s required for corrected vision:

• Better Eye: Your better eye must achieve 6/6 vision with correction (glasses or contact lenses).

• Worse Eye: Your worse eye should also meet the 6/6 standard with correction.

6/6 vision means that you can see clearly at 6 meters what a person with normal vision can also see at 6 meters—essentially, perfect vision.

Refractive Error Limits for Agniveer Candidates

To qualify for Agniveer recruitment in the Indian Army, candidates must meet specific refractive error limits.  Let’s break down the maximum refractive errors allowed for Agniveer candidates:

• Myopia (Nearsightedness): Allowed Limit: -1.5 D (diopters).
• Hypermetropia (Farsightedness): Allowed Limit: +2.0 D.
• Astigmatism: Allowed Limit: ±0.75 D.

Important Notes:

• If your refractive error is above the allowed limits (mentioned above), you may not be eligible for recruitment, unless corrected through appropriate measures.

• LASIK surgery is a popular option for candidates who exceed these limits, as it can bring your vision within the required range. However, you should allow time for healing (usually about 6 months) after the surgery before applying for recruitment.

Color Vision Standards for Selection

For Agniveer recruitment in the Indian Army, meeting the color vision standards is just as important as fulfilling the refractive error limits. Candidates must be able to distinguish between certain colors to qualify for selection. Here’s what you need to know:

Color Perception Test (CP-II):

• Standard: The required color vision standard for Agniveer candidates is CP-II.
• What does this mean? Candidates must be able to correctly identify colors, particularly red, green, and white from a distance of 1.5 meters.
• No Color Blindness: Candidates with color blindness are not eligible for Agniveer recruitment. Color blindness can impact your ability to differentiate between important signals and can disqualify you from the selection process.

If you’re unsure about your color vision, it’s essential to take a color perception test before applying. **If you do have color blindness, corrective measures like special glasses may not be sufficient for meeting the Agniveer standards**

Eligibility Criteria for LASIK in Agniveer Selection

If you’ve undergone LASIK surgery or any other kerato-refractive surgery (like PRK or SMILE), and thinking about whether you are still eligible for Agniveer recruitment, then the answer is YES! But here are some important considerations:

• Age Requirement: The surgery must not have been carried out before the age of 20 years.
• Time Since Surgery: The surgery must be uncomplicated and should have been done at least 12 months prior to the medical examination. You will need to provide a certificate mentioning the type of surgery, the date of surgery, and the pre-operative refractive error from the concerned eye center.
• Axial Length: The axial length of your eye (measured with IOL Master or A-Scan) should be 26 mm or less.
• Corneal Thickness: The residual corneal thickness, measured by a Pachymeter, should be at least 450 microns after the surgery.
• Residual Refraction: The residual refraction should be ≤ +1.0 D Sph or Cyl, and should be within the permissible limits for the category you are applying for.
• Pre-operative Refractive Error: The pre-operative refractive error should not exceed ±6.0 D.
• Retinal Health: A normal retinal examination is required to confirm that there are no underlying issues affecting your vision.

Important Note:

• Kerato-refractive surgeries like LASIK, SMILE, and PRK are not acceptable for special roles such as submarine, diving, and MARCO.
• Candidates who have undergone Radial Keratotomy or Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens procedures are considered permanently unfit for all branches.

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If you’re aiming to join the Indian Army as an Agniveer and have concerns about your eyesight, LASIK surgery is the ideal solution to meet your eyesight requirements. By correcting refractive errors and ensuring your eyesight is within the required limits, LASIK opens the door to Agniveer recruitment and a bright future in the Indian Army.

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