AGS at a Glance
43
Schools
17000+
Students
800+
Staff
1 Lac+
Alumni
28+
Years of Service
Why AGS
Army Goodwill Schools
Army Goodwill Schools
Nurturing Talent, Transforming Lives
The Army Goodwill Schools is a system of schools in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in India, which is run by Indian Army. There are 43 schools established by the Indian Army, as a part of goodwill initiative in Jammu and Kashmir
Focus Areas
- 100% smart classes.
- Specialised coaching.
- Strong Alumni connect.
- Career counselling cells at each AGS.
- Learn skills like AI, Robotics etc.
- NEP aligned Learning & Teacher training.
AGS
Quality Education
Access to quality schooling in remote and underserved regions.
Discipline & Values
Values-based education rooted in integrity and service.
Future Pathways
Through scholarships, higher education support and structured career guidance.
Message From
General Officer-in-Commanding, Northern Command
Lt Gen Pratik Sharma SYSM, PVSM, AVSM, SM
As we march confidently towards a Viksit Bharat, it is paramount that we nurture and shape our young minds to assume the mantle of global leadership in the coming decades. Towards that end we must create an environment of rich tutelage, joyful and future aligned learning, equitable opportunities and especially empowering the Socio-Economic Disadvantaged Group, Women and Persons with Disabilities in the UTs of J&K and Ladakh.
Army Goodwill Schools (AGS) are the critical substrate in making winners out of ordinary people. Since last 25 years plus, AGS have been key in provision of quality education especially in remote and border areas of the Region. There is a growing clamour by the local population for opening more AGS and recently sanction of the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri has been accorded for opening an additional AGS at Kishtwar.
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AGS Schools Network
Region-wise presence across Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh
Location
CBSE Aligned Learning
Structured curriculum aligned with CBSE standards, focusing on academic excellence, conceptual clarity, and holistic development.
Co-Curricular & Sports
Equal emphasis on sports, physical training, arts, and cultural activities to build confidence, teamwork, and leadership.
Digital Learning & Labs
Smart classrooms, computer labs, and digital learning tools where infrastructure permits, supporting modern education practices.
Impact Stories
Educational exposure visit of Army Goodwill school students to IIT Jammu
Innovation Educational exposure visit of Army Goodwill schools to IIT Jammu was facilitated by Bharti Airtel Foundation. Total of 67 students and 17 Principals/Teachers participated in two days residential program from 20 schools from Kashmir division in PRAGYAAN at IIT Jammu.
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AGS Hajinar – Student initiatives from learning to doing to transforming a remote village
Community Impact AGS Hajinar, A school that is situated in a very remote location in Kashmir, a place that remains cut off from the rest of the valley & the world for 3 months each year, a place with limited amenities, facilities and services, alongside international border and amid on and of ceasefire violations.
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Opening of Innovation Club in Army Goodwill School, Wuzur.
Innovation Problem statement/why the initiative was taken:
Opening of Innovation Club in the school.
An Innovation Club in schools can bridge this gap by providing students with a platform to collaborate, experiment, and innovate outside the conventional curriculum.
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From Curiosity to Innovation: The Journey of Danish Ahmad Mir
Innovation A Case Study in Student-Led Learning and Creative Excellence
Background: The Foundation of a Young Innovator
Danish Ahmad Mir, a Class 10th student at Goswami Army Goodwill School Hanzik Sharifabad, represents a remarkable example of how innate curiosity, when nurtured in the right environment, can blossom into exceptional achievement.
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Case Study of Falak Fatima
Scholarships Falak Fatima is a Class 8th student of Army Goodwill School (AGS), Drass. She is a thoughtful and intelligent learner; however, she struggled with low self-confidence and stage fear. Falak Fatima found it difficult to express her ideas verbally and was uncomfortable speaking in front of an audience. Due to this, she often remained quiet during classroom discussions and avoided participation in presentation-based activities.
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Transformation of Humaira Anjum, AGS Dras
Scholarships Humaira Anjum, a student of Army Goodwill School (AGS) Drass class 7th, was initially a very shy and reserved girl. She hesitated to speak in public, avoided group discussions, and experienced stage fear. Her low confidence often held her back from expressing her ideas, despite having strong academic potential.
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Anikait, Class 11th, Army Goodwill School Murgund.
Scholarships This story is about a young kind boy, Anikait, who once wandered aimlessly through his school days, uncertain about his passion and abilities. Being shamed and labelled as someone who was ‘good at nothing’, leaving him disheartened and discouraged!
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Army Goodwill School Pahalgam : Transformation of Yasir Hamid
Transformation Yasir Hamid, a Class 10 student, is a shining example of how dedication and hard work can transform challenges into achievements. Born in a modest family, Yasir grew up understanding the value of discipline and perseverance. His parents always encouraged him to study well, but it was Yasir’s own determination that truly pushed him forward .
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