Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026 has been announced for 354 tentative vacancies across 18 technical and tradesman posts. The recruitment is open on an All-India basis for eligible male Indian citizens. Candidates can apply online through the official Assam Rifles website from 28 September 2026 to 28 October 2026. The recruitment process includes a Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Computer Based Test (CBT), Trade Skill Test and medical examination.
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026
The Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong, has issued the recruitment notification for the Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. The recruitment covers 18 Group C technical and tradesman posts with a total of 354 tentative vacancies. The application process will be conducted online through the official Assam Rifles recruitment portal.
- Company Name: Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong
- Recruitment: Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026
- Memo Number: I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310
- Notification Date: 27 August 2026
- Total Posts: 354 tentative vacancies
- Number of Trades/Posts: 18
- Recruitment Type: All-India Group C recruitment
- Gender: Male candidates only
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: assamrifles.gov.in
Post Name and Vacancy Details
The Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026 includes 18 different technical and tradesman posts. The total number of vacancies is 354 and the vacancies are tentative. The department may increase or decrease the number of vacancies according to its requirements.
- Warrant Officer (Cipher) – 124 Posts
- Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) – 32 Posts
- Rifleman (Lineman Field) – 21 Posts
- Rifleman (Armourer) – 29 Posts
- Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) – 10 Posts
- Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) – 13 Posts
- Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) – 22 Posts
- Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) – 6 Posts
- Rifleman (Metalsmith) – 19 Posts
- Rifleman (Upholster) – 3 Posts
- Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) – 16 Posts
- Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) – 23 Posts
- Rifleman (Welder) – 2 Posts
- Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) – 2 Posts
- Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) – 1 Post
- Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) – 2 Posts
- Rifleman (Mason) – 29 Posts
Total Vacancies: 354 Posts.
The notification states that 10% of vacancies are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen in the specified trades. If suitable Ex-Servicemen candidates are not available, those vacancies may be filled by non-ESM candidates of the respective category. All 18 trades are open to male candidates only.
Educational Qualification and Age Limit
The educational qualification varies according to the post. Depending on the trade, candidates may require Class 10/Matriculation, 10+2/Intermediate, ITI training, a Diploma, a Bachelor's Degree or specific technical qualifications.
Warrant Officer Posts
- Cipher: 10+2/Intermediate with Physics, Mathematics and English along with the prescribed NSQF Level 4 or higher technical course, or a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics/ICT from a recognized institution. Age limit is 18 to 25 years.
- Draughtsman: 10+2 or equivalent along with a 3-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship. Age limit is 18 to 25 years.
- Operation Theatre Technician: 10+2 along with a minimum 2-year Diploma in Operation Theatre Technician and at least 1 year of relevant experience in a recognized 50-bed hospital. Age limit is 18 to 25 years.
- Physiotherapist: 10+2 along with a minimum 2-year Diploma in Physiotherapy and at least 1 year of relevant experience from a recognized 50-bed hospital or physiotherapy centre. Age limit is 18 to 25 years.
Rifleman and Havildar Technical Posts
- Electrical Fitter Signal: Class 10/Matriculation with the prescribed ITI technical training or Diploma qualification. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Lineman Field: Class 10/Matriculation with the prescribed ITI or Diploma qualification in relevant electrical/electronics trades. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Armourer: 10th pass with ITI certificate in Welding trade. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Engineer Equipment Mechanic: Class 10/Matriculation with the prescribed Diploma qualification. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Recovery Vehicle Mechanic: 10th/Matriculation with a 2-year ITI certificate in Recovery Vehicle Mechanic and a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle or Transport Vehicle Driving Licence. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Electrician Motor Vehicle: Class 10/Matriculation with the prescribed ITI technical training or Diploma qualification. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Instrument Mechanic: Class 10/Matriculation with 2-year technical training or the prescribed Diploma qualification. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Metalsmith: 10th/Matriculation with the prescribed technical training or Diploma qualification. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Upholster: 10th/Matriculation with 2-year technical training or Diploma in the relevant trade. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Store Keeper Technical: 10th/Matriculation pass from a recognized Board. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Vehicle Mechanic: 10th/Matriculation with the prescribed ITI or Diploma qualification in relevant mechanical/automobile trades. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Welder: 10th/Matriculation with 2-year technical training or the prescribed Diploma qualification. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
- Mason: 10th pass from a recognized Board, qualification in the trade test and an undertaking/self-certification confirming at least 1 year of relevant trade experience. Age limit is 18 to 23 years.
Candidates must be Indian citizens. The Date of Birth and Name recorded in the Matriculation or Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted for age and identity purposes. The age cut-off date is 1 July 2026.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen (UR): 3 years after deduction of military service
- Ex-Servicemen (OBC): 6 years after deduction of military service
- Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST): 8 years after deduction of military service
- Eligible departmental Assam Rifles personnel: Relaxation up to 40 years as prescribed for applicable trades
Physical Standards and PET
Candidates applying for the applicable trades must qualify the prescribed Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The notification specifies different physical standards for certain regions and categories.
- General applicable male standard: 170 cm height and 80 cm normal chest with 85 cm expanded chest.
- Specified regions/categories: 165 cm height and 78 cm normal chest with 83 cm expanded chest.
- Scheduled Tribe candidates: 162.5 cm height and 76 cm normal chest with 81 cm expanded chest.
- Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per the applicable medical standards.
For the Physical Efficiency Test, male candidates from areas other than Ladakh must complete a 5 km run within 24 minutes. Male candidates from the Ladakh region must complete a 1.6 km run within 7 minutes.
The RFID-based PST/PET will be conducted at Jorhat or Diphu in Assam. The exact reporting date will be communicated through the official website after successful submission of the online application.
Selection Process and Salary
Selection Process
The Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of several stages. Candidates who qualify one stage will proceed to the subsequent stage as prescribed.
- RFID-Based Physical Standard Test (PST)
- RFID-Based Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Documentation Verification
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Trade Skill Test
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME), where applicable
- Trade and category-wise merit list
- Call for training
The Computer Based Test carries 100 marks. The minimum qualifying marks are 35% for General/EWS candidates and 33% for SC/ST/OBC candidates. The Trade Skill Test consists of a Computer Based Trade Test and a specific practical skill test. It is qualifying in nature and no marks are awarded for it.
Shortlisting for the Trade Skill Test is based on CBT merit at approximately four times the number of vacancies for each trade and category. Candidates who qualify all required stages are placed in the relevant merit list. Final selection depends on merit position and the availability of vacancies in the concerned trade and category.
Salary
The notification states that the pay scale and applicable allowances will be provided according to the pay scale applicable to Assam Rifles personnel. The specific numeric pay matrix is not stated in the provided notification.
Application Fee and Important Dates
Application Fee
The application fee for the Group C posts is Rs. 100/-. Candidates belonging to SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen categories are exempt from payment of the application fee.
The notification states that the fee is non-refundable and will not be adjusted against other expenses. Payment is to be made through the prescribed SBI payment procedure, including the online payment facility or SBI bank counter using the generated challan.
Important Dates
- Notification/Memo Date: 27 August 2026
- Online Application Starts: 28 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 28 October 2026, 11:59 PM
- Recruitment Rally: From 23 November 2026 onwards, tentatively
- Age Cut-off Date: 1 July 2026
Applications received after the prescribed closing date and time will not be entertained.
How to Apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Assam Rifles website. Candidates should carefully verify their eligibility and trade-specific qualification before submitting the application.
- Visit assamrifles.gov.in.
- Click on the “ONLINE APPLICATION” option.
- Enter the required personal, educational and other details.
- Make the applicable application fee payment through the prescribed payment method.
- Upload the payment receipt or challan as required.
- Submit the online application before the last date.
- Print the completed application form and a copy of the recruitment notification.
- Keep the original documents and payment receipt/challan ready for PST/PET reporting.
Only one application per candidate will be accepted. Multiple applications will not be entertained. Candidates should also keep the required certificates, educational documents, domicile/PRC and category certificates ready wherever applicable.
Applicants should note that no Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance will be paid for attending any stage of the recruitment process. Candidates must bear their own travel, boarding and lodging expenses. Selected candidates will be placed on probation for two years as specified in the notification.
For recruitment-related queries, the notification provides the helpline numbers 0364-2585118, 0364-2585119 and 8794101693, available from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days. Candidates should read the official recruitment notification carefully before applying.
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