The terms “Agniveer” and “Regular Soldier” refer to two different categories of personnel within the Indian Armed Forces, specifically under the new recruitment system known as the Agnipath scheme (introduced in 2022). Here’s a comparison: Agniveer  4 Year Commission and than 50% retained. Insurance is of 48 lakhs No premium Post Retirement ECHS Benefit is not there. No Canteen Facility No Pension Comprehensive Training Comprehensive package with year on year growth Regular Soldier Permanent Commission Army Group Insurance (5000 per month) 50 lakhs insurance. Post Retirement ECHS Benefit Canteen Facility is there Pension Long Training Perfection is attained. Structured Salary