The Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong, has announced the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026 for 354 Group C posts. Eligible male Indian citizens can apply online from 28 September 2026 to 28 October 2026. This is an all-India recruitment rally for Warrant Officer, Havildar and Rifleman posts in technical and tradesman trades.
The online application link is not yet active as of 21 September 2026. It is expected to open on the official website on the start date.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong |
| Recruitment Name | Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 |
| Notification Memo No. | I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310 |
| Notification Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Post Group | Group C (Warrant Officer, Havildar, Rifleman) |
| Total Vacancies | 354 (tentative) |
| Eligible Gender | Male candidates only |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 28 October 2026 (up to 23:59 hrs) |
| Recruitment rally | Tentatively from 23 November 2026 |
| PST/PET reporting date | This information has not yet been confirmed by the official authority. |
The rally dates are tentative. Candidates will be informed of their reporting schedule after applying.
Assam Rifles Vacancy 2026: Trade-wise Details
The 354 vacancies are split as 219 for Rifleman, 129 for Warrant Officer and 6 for Havildar. Vacancies may increase or decrease as per the department’s decision.
| Post / Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 124 |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 32 |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 21 |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 29 |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 10 |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 13 |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 22 |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 6 |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 19 |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 3 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | 16 |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 23 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 1 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 2 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 29 |
| Total | 354 |
Category-wise (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) distribution has not been confirmed here. Please check Appendix B of the official notification. A share of vacancies in most trades is reserved for ex-servicemen.
Educational Qualification
Qualifications differ by trade. Rifleman and Havildar trades generally need Class 10 (Matric) with an ITI certificate or diploma in the relevant trade. Warrant Officer trades such as Cipher, Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician and Physiotherapist have higher or specialised requirements. Some medical trades may also ask for work experience.
Warning: Do not apply on the basis of a general summary. Read the trade-wise qualification, equivalent-course and experience conditions in the official notification for your trade.
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Most Rifleman and Havildar trades | 18 to 23 years |
| Cipher, Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician, Physiotherapist | 18 to 25 years |
Age is reckoned as on 1 July 2026 (confirm in the notification). Age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, ex-servicemen and departmental candidates is given as per government rules. Check the exact years in the official notification. Assam Rifles accepts only the date of birth and name shown on the Matriculation or equivalent certificate.
Application Fee
The fee is Rs. 100 for Group C posts. SC, ST and ex-servicemen candidates are exempt. The fee is paid online or through an SBI challan and is non-refundable. Confirm the fee for OBC and EWS candidates in the notification.
Salary and Pay Level
The notification states that pay and allowances will be as applicable to Assam Rifles personnel. The exact pay level is not mentioned in the short notice. Do not rely on previous-year pay levels.
Selection Process
- RFID-based Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET): tentatively at Jorhat or Diphu, Assam
- Document Verification
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Trade Skill Test
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME)
- Final merit list, prepared trade-wise and category-wise on CBT marks, subject to qualifying all other stages
The notice does not give a section-wise CBT syllabus. This detail is not mentioned in the official notification.
Documents Required
- Matriculation or equivalent certificate (name and date of birth)
- Educational, ITI or diploma certificates for the trade applied
- Caste or EWS certificate, where applicable
- Ex-servicemen discharge certificate, where applicable
- Printout of the online application form
- Original fee receipt or challan
- Printed copy of the notification
Check the full document list in the official notification, including any NOC or physical-standard certificates.
How to Apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website assamrifles.gov.in and open the “Online Application” link for this rally.
- Fill in the personal, contact and educational details carefully.
- Pay the fee online or through an SBI challan (SC/ST/ex-servicemen are exempt).
- Upload the payment receipt or challan.
- Submit the form before 28 October 2026, 23:59 hrs.
- Print the application form and keep the fee receipt safe.
Important Instructions
- Only one application per candidate is accepted.
- Use an active mobile number and email ID.
- Change of trade or category is not allowed after applying.
- Wrong information can lead to rejection of candidature at any stage.
- Assam Rifles does not charge any fee other than the one stated in the notification. Beware of fake websites and agents asking for money.
Common Application Mistakes
- Choosing a trade without checking the exact ITI or diploma requirement
- Calculating age on the wrong date
- Not uploading the fee receipt or challan
- Applying more than once
Official Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Website and Online Application | assamrifles.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download from the recruitment section of the official website |
Conclusion
The Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026 offers 354 Group C vacancies. Eligible candidates should read the notification for their trade, keep their documents ready, and apply on the official website between 28 September and 28 October 2026. Last updated: 21 September 2026.
