Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026: The Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has released the notification for the Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 for enrolment to various Group ‘C’ posts. A total of 354 vacancies have been announced across technical, tradesman and specialist categories. The online application process will begin on 28.09.2026 and continue up to 28.10.2026 at 11:59 PM. The recruitment rally is scheduled to commence from 23.11.2026 onwards. The job location is All India / Assam Rifles, and applications will be accepted through online mode.
The recruitment covers several technical, tradesman and specialist positions, including Warrant Officer (Cipher), Rifleman, Havildar, Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician, Physiotherapist and Mason. Candidates must fulfil the prescribed trade-wise educational qualification and age requirements before applying.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Assam Rifles |
| Recruitment Name | Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 |
| Memo No. | 1.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310 |
| Job Type | Government Job |
| Job Role | Technical & Tradesman Group C Posts |
| Total Vacancy | 354 Posts |
| Post Category | Group C |
| Job Location | All India / Assam Rifles |
| Apply From | 28.09.2026 |
| Last Date | 28.10.2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Recruitment Rally | From 23.11.2026 onwards |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100/- for applicable Group C posts |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen Fee | Nil |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
Assam Rifles Job Vacancy Details
The Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026 has announced a total of 354 vacancies for various technical, tradesman and specialist posts.
Total Number of Vacancies: 354
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Post Wise Vacancy Details
| Post / Trade | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|
| 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) | 06 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 19 |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 03 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | 16 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 02 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 02 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 01 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 02 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 20 |
| Total | 354 |
Note: The trade-wise vacancies are distributed among SC, ST, OBC, EWS and UR categories as specified in the recruitment notification.
Assam Rifles 354 Technical & Tradesman Eligibility Details
Candidates interested in the Assam Rifles Vacancy 2026 must fulfil the required educational qualification and age criteria. The qualification differs according to the post and trade.
| Post / Trade | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | Qualification as prescribed for the Cipher trade. |
| Technical Trades | Generally require 10th/Matriculation + ITI/technical training or relevant Diploma, depending on the trade. |
| Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | 10+2/Matriculation + relevant ITI qualification or applicable Heavy Motor Vehicle/Transport Vehicle driving licence, as prescribed. |
| Draughtsman | 10+2/equivalent + 2-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognised Polytechnic/Institution. |
| Operation Theatre Technician | 10+2 + prescribed Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology and relevant experience. |
| Physiotherapist | 10+2 + prescribed Diploma in Physiotherapy and relevant experience. |
| Mason | Matriculation with the prescribed trade-test/work-experience requirement. |
| Welder / Mechanic / Electrician / Instrument Mechanic & Other Trades | Matriculation + relevant ITI/technical qualification or Diploma, as specified for the particular trade. |
Candidates should check the trade-wise qualification prescribed in Appendix A & B of the official notification before submitting the application.
Age Limit for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Jobs
For most Rifleman and technical trades, the prescribed age is generally 18 to 23 years.
For certain posts such as Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician and Physiotherapist, the age limit is 18 to 25 years.
The notification also provides applicable age relaxation for departmental candidates, Government servants and reserved categories according to Central Government rules.
Assam Rifles Application Fees, Salary Details & Selection Process
Application Fees
The application fee for the Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026 is given below:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Group C Candidates | Rs. 100/- |
| SC Candidates | Nil |
| ST Candidates | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Payment Mode: Online / SBI Challan as prescribed.
The fee once deposited is non-refundable and will not be adjusted against any other recruitment expense.
Salary Details
The salary details are not specified in the provided recruitment information.
Selection Process
The selection process for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Online Application
- Shortlisting
- RFID-Based Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Trade/Skill Test
- Written/Technical Test, wherever applicable
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
- Final Selection / Enrolment
Candidates will receive recruitment-related information through their registered email and mobile number.
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Physical Test 2026
The notification provides for an RFID-based Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
The RFID-based PST/PET will be conducted at designated locations, including Jorhat, Assam, as per the recruitment schedule.
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed physical standards and qualify in the PET before proceeding to subsequent stages.
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Important Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Matriculation/10th certificate
- ITI/Diploma certificate, wherever applicable
- Trade certificate
- Experience certificate, wherever required
- Valid driving licence for applicable trades
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen documents, wherever applicable
- Valid photo ID proof
- Passport-size photographs
- Online application form printout
- Fee payment receipt/challan
- Other documents prescribed for the particular trade
How to Apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026
Candidates applying for the Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 must complete the application process through Online Mode.
| Step | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official Assam Rifles website. |
| 2 | Select the Online Application option for Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. |
| 3 | Register and enter all required personal and educational details. |
| 4 | Upload the prescribed documents, photograph and other required information. |
| 5 | Pay the applicable fee through the prescribed online/SBI Challan method. |
| 6 | Upload the payment receipt/challan wherever required. |
| 7 | Carefully verify all information entered in the application form. |
| 8 | Submit the application before 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. |
| 9 | Download and print the completed application form for future reference. |
Applicants should ensure that their mobile number and email ID are functional, as recruitment-related information will be communicated through SMS/email.
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27/08/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28/09/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 28/10/2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Recruitment Rally | 23/11/2026 onwards |
| PST/PET | As per recruitment schedule |
| Trade/Written Test | As per official schedule |
| Admit Card / Rally Updates | Through Email/SMS/Official Website |
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
| Official Notification | To be verified from the official recruitment notice |
| Online Application | To be verified from the official recruitment portal |
Candidates should carefully verify the trade-wise eligibility, age requirements, fee details and application instructions in the official recruitment notification before submitting the form.
