The Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has released the official recruitment notification for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 (Memo No. I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310). This recruitment rally will be tentatively conducted from November 23, 2026, onwards to fill 354 Group C vacancies across various trades including Warrant Officer, Havildar, and Rifleman on an All-India, all-class basis. Eligible male candidates can apply online through the official Assam Rifles portal from September 28, 2026, to October 28, 2026.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong |
| Notification No. | Memo No. I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310 |
| Post Name | Technical and Tradesman (Group C) |
| No. of Posts | 354 Vacancies |
| Job Category | Central Paramilitary / Defence Jobs |
| Job Location | All India (Assam Rifles Units / Rally Sites) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Last Date | October 28, 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | August 27, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | September 28, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | October 28, 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Recruitment Rally Start Date | November 23, 2026 onwards (Tentative) |
Assam Rifles 2026 Vacancy Details
Assam Rifles has notified 354 Group C vacancies for eligible male candidates across 17 technical and tradesman disciplines. Vacancies are allotted on an All-India basis without state quotas, with reservations categorized under Unreserved, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories.
| Trade / Post Name | Initial Rank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total Posts |
| Cipher | Warrant Officer | 19 | 09 | 33 | 12 | 51 | 124 |
| Electrical Fitter Signal | Rifleman | 05 | 02 | 09 | 03 | 13 | 32 |
| Lineman Field | Rifleman | 03 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 08 | 21 |
| Armourer | Rifleman | 04 | 02 | 08 | 03 | 12 | 29 |
| Engineer Equipment Mechanic | Rifleman | 02 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 04 | 10 |
| Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | Rifleman | 02 | 01 | 04 | 01 | 05 | 13 |
| Electrician Motor Vehicle | Rifleman | 03 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 09 | 22 |
| Instrument Mechanic | Havildar | 01 | 00 | 02 | 02 | 01 | 06 |
| Metalsmith | Rifleman | 03 | 01 | 05 | 02 | 08 | 19 |
| Upholster | Rifleman | 01 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 03 |
| Store Keeper Technical (EME) | Rifleman | 02 | 01 | 04 | 02 | 07 | 16 |
| Vehicle Mechanic | Rifleman | 04 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 09 | 23 |
| Welder | Rifleman | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| Draughtsman | Warrant Officer | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| Operation Theatre Technician | Warrant Officer | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Physiotherapist | Warrant Officer | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| Mason | Rifleman | 04 | 02 | 08 | 03 | 12 | 29 |
| Total | 53 | 25 | 97 | 34 | 145 | 354 |
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Details
Candidates must be citizens of India to be eligible for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. Additionally, the recruitment is exclusively open to eligible male applicants.
Education Details
| Trade / Post | Educational & Technical Qualifications |
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Mathematics, and English) and minimum 2-year ITI course (NSQF Level 4 or above) in ICT, IT, Electronics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics or ICT. |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 10+2 or equivalent with a 3-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognized Polytechnic/Institute. |
| Warrant Officer (OT Technician) | 10+2 with a 2-year Diploma in Operation Theatre Technician and minimum 1 year of work experience in a recognized 50-bedded hospital. |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 10+2 with a 2-year Diploma in Physiotherapy and minimum 1 year of working experience in a recognized 50-bedded hospital or physiotherapy centre. |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 10th/Matric pass with 2 years of technical ITI training or a 2/3-year Diploma in Instrument Mechanic / Electronic Mechanic. |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 10th/Matric pass with 2 years of ITI training or a 2/3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Electrician. |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 10th/Matric pass with 2 years of ITI training or a 2/3-year Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, or OFC Technology. |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 10th pass with ITI certificate in Welding trade from a recognized institute. |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 10th pass with 2 years of ITI training or a 2/3-year Diploma in Engineer Equipment Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / Power Electric Systems. |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 10th pass with 2-year ITI in Recovery Vehicle Mechanic and a valid HMV/Transport vehicle driving license; OR 10th pass with a valid HMV driving license. |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 10th pass with 2 years of ITI training or a 2/3-year Diploma in Electrician / Electrical / Power Electronics. |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith / Welder / Upholster) | 10th pass with 2 years of ITI technical training or a 2/3-year Diploma in the respective trade. |
| Rifleman (Store Keeper Technical – EME) | 10th/Matriculation pass from a recognized board. |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 10th pass with 2 years of ITI training or a 2/3-year Diploma in Motor Vehicle Mechanic / Automobile Engineering / Diesel Mechanic. |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 10th pass from a recognized board, qualification in the practical trade test, and self-certification of 1 year work experience in the trade. |
Salary
Pay scale and allowances will be admissible as per the 7th Central Pay Commission standards applicable to Assam Rifles personnel according to their initial ranks (Level 5 for Warrant Officer, Level 4 for Havildar, and Level 3 for Rifleman).
Age Limit
Cut-off Date: July 01, 2026 (for all candidates).
Warrant Officer Posts (Cipher, Draughtsman, OT Tech, Physiotherapist): 18 to 25 years.
Havildar & Rifleman Trades: 18 to 23 years.
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 40 years for departmental candidates as per Central Government orders. Ex-servicemen receive relaxation based on their length of military service.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| 1. RFID Based PST & PET | Conducted at Jorhat or Diphu (Assam). PET: 5 km run in 24 minutes (All India except Ladakh); 1.6 km run in 7 minutes (Ladakh region). PST: Minimum height 170 cm for males (165 cm for NE/Hilly regions; 162.5 cm for ST); Chest 80 cm normal and 85 cm expanded. |
| 2. Computer-Based Test (CBT) | 100-mark objective test. Minimum qualifying marks: 35% for General/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC. |
| 3. Trade Skill Test | Practical skill test conducted for CBT-qualified candidates (shortlisted in 1:4 ratio). Qualifying in nature with no separate marks awarded. |
| 4. Document Verification & Medical Exam | Verification of original credentials followed by Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME) as per CAPF guidelines. |
| 5. Final Merit List | Prepared strictly based on performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT) subject to clearing all qualifying stages and trade availability. |
Physical Standard Test (PST) Parameters
The Physical Standard Test (PST) parameters for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 are structured as follows:
| Category / Region | Minimum Height (Male) | Chest Measurement (Normal) | Chest Measurement (Expanded) | Weight |
| All over India (Standard) | 170 cm | 80 cm | 85 cm | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards |
Hilly & North-Eastern Regions (Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates from Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir, Leh, and Ladakh) | 165 cm | 78 cm | 83 cm | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162.5 cm | 76 cm | 81 cm | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards |
Important PST Guidelines:
Testing Locations: The RFID-based PST/PET events will take place at either the Jorhat or Diphu centre in Assam.
Document Proof: Candidates seeking height or chest concessions must submit appropriate community, region, or ST certificates issued by competent authorities at the time of reporting.
Exclusions: Candidates from the Physically Handicapped category are not eligible to apply for these posts.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode |
| General / OBC / EWS (Group C) | ₹100/- | Online deposit or SBI Bank counter challan into SBI Current Account No. 37088046712 (IFSC: SBIN0013883) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | Nil (Exempted) | N/A |
How to Apply
- Visit the official Assam Rifles portal at assamrifles.gov.in.
- Click on the “ONLINE APPLICATION” link on the homepage.
- Choose the trade/post you are eligible for and fill in your primary details, education, category, and domicile.
- Provide an active, non-DND mobile number and email ID for receiving rally updates.
- Deposit the ₹100 application fee online into the specified SBI Current Account or via SBI bank counter challan (if applicable).
- Upload the digital copy of the fee payment receipt/challan along with the required certificates and documents.
- Review all entries carefully, as no modifications are permitted after final submission.
- Submit the application form before October 28, 2026 (23:59 hrs).
- Print a physical copy of the submitted application form and the original payment receipt to produce at the rally site.
Important Links
| Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Assam Rifles official website Link | Click Here |
