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| Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026: 354 Vacancies, Eligibility, Apply Online |
Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026: 354 Vacancies, Eligibility, Apply Online
Assam Rifles has announced the Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 for 354 tentative vacancies in 17 technical and tradesman posts. The recruitment is for male candidates and includes Rifleman, Warrant Officer and Havildar posts under combatised Group C service.
Current Status: Notification Released / Applications Upcoming. The online application window will open on 28 September 2026 at 12:00 AM and close on 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Latest Update: The recruitment memo is dated 27 August 2026. The recruitment rally is tentatively planned from 23 November 2026, with RFID-based PST/PET at Jorhat or Diphu in Assam. The age cut-off date is 01 July 2026.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Directorate General Assam Rifles |
| Recruitment Name | Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 |
| Advertisement / Memo | Memo No. I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310 dated 27 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 354 tentative |
| Gender | Male Only |
| Number of Trades | 17 trades |
| Service Type | Regular Government Service – Combatised Group C |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 28 September 2026 at 12:00 AM |
| Last Date | 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Application Fee | ₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/ESM |
| Age Cut-off | 01 July 2026 |
| Selection | RFID PST/PET, Documentation, CBT, Trade Test, DV, DME/RME and Merit |
| Rally Location | Jorhat or Diphu, Assam for RFID PST/PET |
| Recruitment Rally | Tentatively from 23 November 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification / Memo Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 28 September 2026 at 12:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Correction Window | Not mentioned — verify all details before final submission |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 July 2026 |
| RFID PST/PET Reporting | To be notified on the Assam Rifles website |
| Recruitment Rally | Tentatively from 23 November 2026 onwards |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | To be notified |
| Result / Merit List | To be notified |
Assam Rifles Vacancy 2026
There are 354 tentative vacancies across the supplied technical and tradesman posts. The vacancy figures provided for the individual entries add up to the stated overall total of 354.
| Post Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer Posts | 129 |
| Havildar Posts | 6 |
| Rifleman Technical and Tradesman Posts | 219 |
| Total | 354 Tentative |
Category totals: SC 53, ST 25, OBC 97, EWS 34 and UR 145. Ten per cent vacancies are earmarked horizontally for Ex-Servicemen in the listed trades, with unfilled ESM seats reverting to non-ESM candidates of the same category.
Warrant Officer Posts
| Post | Vacancy | Qualification | Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cypher) | 124 (SC 19, ST 9, OBC 33, EWS 12, UR 51) | 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics and English + minimum 2-year NSQF Level 4 ITI in ICT, Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical or Instrumental Technology, or B.Sc in Electronics / ICT | 18–25 years |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 2 (OBC 1, UR 1) | 10+2 + 3-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship | 18–25 years |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 1 (UR 1) | 10+2 + minimum 2-year OT Technician Diploma + 1 year as OT Technician in a recognised hospital with 50+ beds | 18–25 years |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 2 (OBC 1, UR 1) | 10+2 + minimum 2-year Physiotherapy Diploma + 1 year as Physiotherapist in a 50+ bed hospital/centre | 18–25 years |
Havildar Post
| Post | Vacancy | Qualification | Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 6 (SC 1, OBC 2, EWS 1, UR 2) | 10th + 2-year ITI or 2/3-year Diploma in Instrument Mechanic / Electronic Mechanic / Technology | 18–23 years |
Rifleman Technical and Tradesman Posts
| Post | Vacancy | Qualification | Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 32 (SC 5, ST 2, OBC 9, EWS 3, UR 13) | 10th + 2-year ITI or 2/3-year Diploma in Electrical, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Power Electronic System or Electronic System Design and Repair | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 21 (SC 3, ST 2, OBC 6, EWS 2, UR 8) | 10th + 2-year ITI or 2/3-year Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Electrician, Instrument Technician, Power Electronic System, FTTH or OFC Technology | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 29 (SC 4, ST 2, OBC 8, EWS 3, UR 12) | 10th + ITI in Welder | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 10 (SC 2, ST 1, OBC 2, EWS 1, UR 4) | 10th + 2/3-year Diploma in Engineer Equipment Mechanic, Power Electric Systems or Mechanic Diesel | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 13 (SC 2, ST 1, OBC 4, EWS 1, UR 5) | 10th + 2-year ITI in Recovery Vehicle Mechanic + valid HMV / Transport Vehicle driving licence | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 22 (SC 3, ST 2, OBC 6, EWS 2, UR 9) | 10th + 2-year ITI or 2/3-year Diploma in Electrician, Electrical, Power Electronics or Communication System | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 19 (SC 3, ST 1, OBC 5, EWS 2, UR 8) | 10th + 2-year ITI or Diploma in Metalsmithing / Metallurgy | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Upholsterer) | 3 (SC 1, OBC 1, UR 1) | 10th + 2-year ITI or Diploma in Upholstery | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (EME) | 16 (SC 2, ST 1, OBC 4, EWS 2, UR 7) | 10th pass from a recognised board | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 23 (SC 4, ST 2, OBC 6, EWS 2, UR 9) | 10th + 2-year ITI or Diploma in Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel, Fitter or Automobile | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 2 (OBC 1, UR 1) | 10th + 2-year ITI or Diploma in Welding / Metallurgy | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 29 (SC 4, ST 2, OBC 8, EWS 3, UR 12) | 10th + must qualify trade test + self-certificate of minimum 1 year of masonry work | 18–23 years |
Eligibility for Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
Eligibility depends on the selected trade. Candidates should match their qualification with the specific post before submitting the application.
| Qualification Route | Matching Post |
|---|---|
| 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics and English + 2-year NSQF Level 4 ITI in the specified ICT / Electronics / Computer Science / Electrical / Instrumental Technology trades, or B.Sc Electronics / ICT | Warrant Officer (Cypher) |
| 10+2 + 3-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship | Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) |
| 10+2 + 2-year OT Technician Diploma + 1 year experience in a recognised hospital with 50+ beds | Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) |
| 10+2 + 2-year Physiotherapy Diploma + 1 year experience in a 50+ bed hospital/centre | Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) |
| 10th + 2-year ITI or 2/3-year Diploma in the specified Instrument Mechanic / Electronic Mechanic fields | Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) |
| 10th + specified 2-year ITI or Diploma in technical trades | Matching Rifleman technical trades |
| 10th pass from a recognised board | Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (EME) |
| 10th + trade test + self-certificate of minimum 1 year masonry work | Rifleman (Mason) |
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Citizenship: Indian citizenship is required.
- Gender: This recruitment rally is for male candidates only.
- PwBD: Persons with Benchmark Disability are not eligible for this recruitment.
- Domicile / PRC: A Domicile or Permanent Resident Certificate is mandatory, although there is no state-wise vacancy quota.
- Application limit: Only one online application is accepted.
- Trade and category: Trade and category cannot be changed after submission.
- Ex-Servicemen: 10% vacancies are earmarked horizontally in the listed trades. Unfilled ESM vacancies revert to non-ESM candidates of the same category.
- Departmental candidates: Assam Rifles departmental candidates may have age relaxation up to 40 years in the trades listed in the notice, subject to the required NOC through Col (Rect), HQ DGAR.
- EWS: The EWS claim requires an Income & Asset Certificate based on FY 2024–2025 in the specified format.
Assam Rifles Age Limit 2026
The age is calculated as on 01 July 2026, not on the last date of application.
| Category | Rifleman / Havildar | Warrant Officer |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 18–23 years | 18–25 years |
| OBC | 18–26 years (+3 years) | 18–28 years (+3 years) |
| SC / ST | 18–28 years (+5 years) | 18–30 years (+5 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen – UR | 3 years after deducting military service from actual age | Same formula |
| Ex-Servicemen – OBC | 6 years after deducting military service | Same formula |
| Ex-Servicemen – SC / ST | 8 years after deducting military service | Same formula |
| Assam Rifles Departmental Candidates | Up to 40 years in listed trades | Up to 40 years in listed trades |
The name and date of birth printed on the Matriculation / Secondary certificate are accepted for age determination. The supplied information states that later change requests are not granted.
Salary / Pay Scale
The recruitment is for combatised Group C posts under the 7th CPC. The supplied information states that Rifleman-rank trades are mapped to Level-3 with basic pay of ₹21,700. Warrant Officer and Havildar ranks have their corresponding Assam Rifles rank scales, but the exact trade-wise pay matrix is not provided in the supplied recruitment information.
Salary / pay details: Exact trade-wise pay cells and allowances are not provided in the available recruitment information.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The supplied information states that payment can be made online through the Assam Rifles portal or through an SBI challan generated from the portal. The supplied SBI challan details are: Current Account No. 37088046712, HQ DGAR Recruitment Branch, Shillong-10, SBI Laitkor Branch, IFSC SBIN0013883.
Selection Process
The supplied selection process consists of the following stages:
- RFID-based Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) at Jorhat or Diphu, Assam.
- Initial documentation at the recruitment rally.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks.
- Trade Skill Test for shortlisted candidates.
- Document Verification.
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
- Review Medical Examination (RME) where required.
- Trade- and category-wise merit list and call for training.
The supplied information states that the trade test is qualifying and carries no marks. It also states that candidates are shortlisted for the trade test and medical at about four times the vacancies on CBT merit. No interview stage is mentioned.
CBT Details
| Test | Marks | Qualifying Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Test | 100 | UR/EWS: 35%; SC/ST/OBC: 33% |
Physical Standards and PET
The supplied recruitment information specifies a qualifying PET with RFID timing:
| Region | PET Standard |
|---|---|
| All India except Ladakh | 5 km run in 24 minutes |
| Ladakh region | 1.6 km run in 7 minutes |
Height, chest and weight requirements follow the region and community table in the supplied notice information. Relaxation is available for the specified notified groups, including Garhwali, Kumaoni, Gorkha, Dogra, Maratha and specified hill/North-East categories, subject to the prescribed certificate. The exact centimetre figures should be checked in the official appendix before travelling to the rally.
Mobile phones and other electronic gadgets are stated to be banned at rally sites and test centres.
Exam Pattern
The supplied information confirms a 100-mark Computer-Based Test and provides the qualifying marks of 35% for UR/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC. A subject-wise syllabus is not printed in the supplied information.
Trade Skill Test carries no marks and is qualifying in nature.
How to Apply Online
Applications are accepted online only. The application server opens on 28 September 2026 at 12:00 AM.
- Open the Assam Rifles online application portal on or after 28 September 2026.
- Select the relevant Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman recruitment advertisement.
- Select the applicable gender, State of domicile, trade and category as required by the application.
- Enter the name and date of birth exactly as printed on the Matriculation certificate.
- Complete the required qualification and other application details for the selected trade.
- Pay the applicable ₹100 fee if you belong to UR/OBC/EWS. The supplied information states that SC/ST/ESM candidates have a nil fee.
- Submit only one online application and save the acknowledgement for future use.
Important application alerts: The age cut-off is 01 July 2026. Only one application is accepted, and the supplied information states that trade and category cannot be changed after submission. Recovery Vehicle Mechanic applicants must have the specified HMV/Transport Vehicle driving licence, while Mason applicants must provide the specified self-certificate of one year of masonry work.
Documents Required
- Matriculation certificate showing name and date of birth.
- 10+2, ITI, Diploma or degree certificate matching the selected trade.
- Domicile or Permanent Resident Certificate of the State/UT entered in the application.
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable.
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate based on FY 2024–2025, where applicable.
- Ex-Servicemen discharge book and related documents, where applicable.
- HMV/Transport Vehicle driving licence for Recovery Vehicle Mechanic.
- Hospital experience certificate for Operation Theatre Technician and Physiotherapist posts.
- Mason self-certificate for the required one year of work.
- Hill/community physical-standard certificate where height or other applicable relaxation is claimed.
- Departmental NOC in the required HQ DGAR format for serving Assam Rifles personnel.
- Recent photographs and valid photo ID.
- Application acknowledgement and fee proof.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Calculating the age on 28 October 2026 instead of the specified 01 July 2026 cut-off.
- Submitting a second application for another trade when only one application is accepted.
- Attempting to change the trade or category after submitting the application.
- Recovery Vehicle Mechanic applicants failing to provide the required HMV/Transport Vehicle driving licence.
- Mason applicants not having the specified one-year self-certificate of masonry work.
- Using an EWS certificate that does not meet the supplied FY 2024–2025 requirement.
- Ignoring the male-only condition or the stated PwBD ineligibility.
What Happens After Selection?
- HQ DGAR prepares the trade- and category-wise merit list from candidates who qualify the required recruitment stages.
- Selected candidates receive a call for recruit training at the training establishment specified in the joining instructions.
- Training covers soldiering and the allotted trade.
- After attestation, recruits join an Assam Rifles battalion or establishment.
- Further service conditions, postings and progression are governed by the applicable Assam Rifles rules.
The supplied information states that posting is with Assam Rifles units and may involve service liability across India. The recruitment rally is tentatively planned from 23 November 2026, while the exact reporting details are to be notified.
Contact & Helpline
Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch)
Laitkor, Shillong, Meghalaya – 793010
Helpline numbers supplied:
- 0364-2585118
- 0364-2585119
- 8794101693
Recruitment Branch Email: rectbrdgar@gmail.com
The supplied information advises candidates to confirm the current contact details on the Assam Rifles website or current recruitment notice before contacting the recruitment branch.
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Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – Opens 28 September 2026 | Assam Rifles Online Application Portal |
| Official Website | Assam Rifles Official Website |
| Application Reprint | Assam Rifles Application Reprint Page |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment rally for 354 tentative combatised Group C vacancies across 17 technical and tradesman trades in Assam Rifles.
2. How many vacancies are available in Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
There are 354 tentative vacancies: 129 Warrant Officer posts, 6 Havildar posts and 219 Rifleman technical and tradesman posts.
3. When will the Assam Rifles online application start?
The online application starts on 28 September 2026 at 12:00 AM.
4. What is the last date to apply for Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
5. What is the age limit for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18–23 years for Rifleman and Havildar posts and 18–25 years for Warrant Officer posts, with the supplied category-wise relaxations. Age is calculated as on 01 July 2026.
6. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates and nil for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
7. What is the selection process?
Selection includes RFID-based PST/PET, documentation, a 100-mark CBT, qualifying trade skill test, document verification, DME/RME and trade- and category-wise merit.
8. Is the Assam Rifles recruitment open for female candidates?
No. The supplied recruitment information specifies that this rally is for male candidates only.
9. What is the salary for Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman posts?
The posts are combatised Group C positions under the 7th CPC. The supplied information states that Rifleman-rank trades are mapped to Level-3 with basic pay of ₹21,700. Exact trade-wise pay cells for all posts are not provided.
10. Where can candidates apply?
Candidates can apply through the Assam Rifles online application portal from 28 September 2026. The official Assam Rifles website is also available for recruitment updates.
Important Note
Important Note: Candidates should carefully check the official notification for complete eligibility conditions, application instructions and recruitment updates before applying.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes. Candidates should verify the latest recruitment details, eligibility, dates and instructions from the official notification or official recruitment website before applying.
