Assam Rifles Announces Recruitment for 354 Technical and Tradesman Positions in 2026
Overview of Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026: The Assam Rifles has issued a notification for its Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally for the year 2026. This initiative aims to fill 354 Group C positions, which include roles such as Warrant Officer, Rifleman, and Havildar.
Application Timeline
The online application process began on September 28, 2026, and will remain open until 11:59 PM on October 28, 2026. The recruitment rally is expected to commence on November 23, 2026, at designated centers in Jorhat or Dibrugarh, Assam.
Available Positions
This recruitment drive encompasses various technical and trade roles. The most significant number of vacancies—124—are for the Warrant Officer (Cipher) position. Other available roles include:
| Post | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| 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 (Upholsterer) | 3 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (EME) | 16 |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 23 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Draftsman) | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 1 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 2 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 29 |
| Total | 354 |
Key Application Dates
Important Dates:
| Details | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Date for Age Calculation | 1 July 2026 |
| Recruitment Rally | From 23 November 2026 (Tentative) |
| PST/PET Centre | Jorhat or Dibrugarh, Assam |
Eligibility Criteria
This recruitment is exclusively for male candidates. The age limits differ based on the position:
- Warrant Officer: 18 to 25 years
- Rifleman and Havildar: 18 to 23 years
Age will be calculated as of July 1, 2026. Candidates must have completed at least the 10th grade along with relevant ITI or trade qualifications for many technical roles. Specific educational requirements apply for Warrant Officer and medical positions.
Selection Process
The selection for the Assam Rifles recruitment will involve several stages:
- RFID-based Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Trade Skill Test
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME)
- Final Merit List
- Call-up for training
Application Fee
Application Fee Structure:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Other eligible candidates | ₹100 |
| SC | No fee |
| ST | No fee |
| Ex-servicemen | No fee |
How to Apply
To apply for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026, candidates must submit their applications online. They should visit the official Assam Rifles website at assamrifles.gov.in.
After accessing the recruitment application link, candidates need to register and fill out the application form with their personal details, educational background, and technical qualifications. Required documents must be uploaded, and applicable fees paid. It is crucial to review all information before submitting the application. Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.