The Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has released the notification for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 for enrolment into various Group C posts. A total of 354 vacancies are available in technical, tradesman and other specialist categories. The online application process is scheduled to start from 28 September 2026, and eligible candidates can apply up to 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. The recruitment rally is tentatively scheduled to commence from 23 November 2026 onwards. Candidates must be Indian citizens and will be considered for vacancies earmarked on an All-India, All-Class basis.
The recruitment includes posts such as Warrant Officer (Cipher), Rifleman, Havildar, and other technical/tradesman positions including Electrician, Lineman, Armourer, Engineer Equipment Mechanic, Recovery Vehicle Mechanic, Vehicle Mechanic, Welder, Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician, Physiotherapist and Mason. The selection process includes RFID-based Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), trade/written tests and medical/other stages as applicable. Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise qualification and age requirements before applying.
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Assam Rifles |
| Recruitment Name | Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 |
| Memo No. | 1.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310 |
| Total Vacancies | 354 Posts |
| Post Category | Group C |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Recruitment Rally | From 23 November 2026 onwards |
| Fee | ₹100/- for applicable Group C posts |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen Fee | Nil |
| Job Location | All India / Assam Rifles |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 28 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Recruitment Rally | 23 November 2026 onwards |
| PST/PET | As per recruitment schedule |
| Trade/Written Test | As per official schedule |
| Admit Card / Rally Updates | Through Email/SMS/Official Website |
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Group C Candidates | ₹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.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 354 vacancies have been notified.
| 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 (Vehicle Mechanic) | 23 |
| 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 official notification.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Qualification
Educational qualifications vary according to the post/trade. Major requirements include:
- Warrant Officer (Cipher): Qualification as prescribed for the Cipher trade.
- Technical Trades: Generally require 10th/Matriculation plus ITI/technical training or relevant Diploma, depending on the trade.
- Recovery Vehicle Mechanic: 10+2/Matriculation with relevant ITI qualification or applicable Heavy Motor Vehicle/Transport Vehicle driving licence as prescribed.
- Draughtsman: 10+2/equivalent with two-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognized Polytechnic/Institution.
- Operation Theatre Technician: 10+2 with prescribed Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology and relevant experience.
- Physiotherapist: 10+2 with prescribed Diploma in Physiotherapy and relevant experience.
- Mason: Matriculation with the prescribed trade-test/work-experience requirement.
- Welder/Mechanic/Electrician/Instrument Mechanic and other trades: Matriculation with relevant ITI/technical qualification or Diploma as specified for the particular trade.
Candidates should refer to the trade-wise qualification in Appendix A & B of the official notification before applying.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
For most Rifleman/technical trades, the prescribed age is generally 18 to 23 years. The age limit for certain posts such as Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician and Physiotherapist 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 Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes multiple 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, so providing functional contact details is important.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Physical Test
The notification provides for an RFID-based Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The recruitment notice states that 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 Recruitment 2026 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 should visit the official Assam Rifles website and select the Online Application option for Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. Fill in all required details carefully and upload the prescribed documents. Candidates must make the applicable fee payment through the prescribed online/SBI challan method and upload the payment receipt/challan where required. The application should be submitted before 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates should take a printout of the completed application form and keep the fee receipt and other mandatory documents safely for subsequent recruitment stages.
Applicants should ensure that their mobile number and email ID are functional, as recruitment-related information will be communicated through SMS/email.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Online Application | Active Soon |
| Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Short Notification | Notification |
| Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Available Soon |
| Assam Rifles Official Website | Assam Rifles |