The Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has officially released inviting online applications from eligible male Indian citizens for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 354 Group 'C' vacancies across 18 technical trades and professions. The online application portal on assamrifles.gov.in opened on September 28, 2026, and will accept submissions until October 28, 2026. The recruitment rally is tentatively scheduled to begin on November 23, 2026.
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong |
| Recruitment Name | Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 |
| Notification Memo No. | I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310 |
| Post Classification | Group 'C' (Technical & Tradesman) |
| Total Vacancies | 354 Posts (18 Trades) |
| Eligible Gender | Male Candidates Only |
| Application Mode | Online via assamrifles.gov.in |
| Application Dates | September 28, 2026 – October 28, 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Tentative Rally Date | From November 23, 2026 onwards |
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Date | August 27, 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Calculation | July 1, 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | September 28, 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | October 28, 2026 (up to 23:59 hrs) |
| Tentative Recruitment Rally Date | November 23, 2026 |
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 354 vacancies are available across 18 technical trades. Approximately 10% of total posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) in designated trades.
| Trade Name | Initial Rank | Vacancies |
| Cipher | Warrant Officer | 124 |
| Electrical Fitter Signal | Rifleman | 32 |
| Mason | Rifleman | 29 |
| Armourer | Rifleman | 29 |
| Vehicle Mechanic | Rifleman | 23 |
| Electrician Motor Vehicle | Rifleman | 22 |
| Lineman Field | Rifleman | 21 |
| Metalsmith | Rifleman | 19 |
| Store Keeper Technical (EME) | Rifleman | 16 |
| Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | Rifleman | 13 |
| Engineer Equipment Mechanic | Rifleman | 10 |
| Instrument Mechanic | Havildar | 06 |
| Upholster | Rifleman | 03 |
| Draughtsman | Warrant Officer | 02 |
| Physiotherapist | Warrant Officer | 02 |
| Welder | Rifleman | 02 |
| Operation Theatre Technician | Warrant Officer | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | 354 |
Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 Eligibility & Age Limit
Qualifications & Age Criteria
Cipher (Warrant Officer) | Age: 18–25 years
10+2/Intermediate with Physics, Chemistry, and Math + NSQF Level 4 course (min 2 years) or ITI Diploma in ICT / Electronics / Electrical / Instrument Technology OR B.Sc./B.Tech in Electronics/ICT.
Store Keeper Technical (EME) (Rifleman) | Age: 18–23 years
Matriculation (10th) pass from a recognized board.
Mason / Armourer / Welder (Rifleman) | Age: 18–23 years
Matriculation (10th) pass + ITI certificate in the respective trade (plus trade test/experience undertaking where applicable).
Electrical Fitter Signal / Lineman Field / Instrument Mechanic | Age: 18–23 years:
Matriculation (10th) pass + 2-year ITI certificate or 3-year Diploma in the respective engineering/technical branch.
Draughtsman (Warrant Officer) | Age: 18–25 years:
10+2 pass + 3-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship.
Operation Theatre Technician / Physiotherapist (Warrant Officer) | Age: 18–25 years:
10+2 pass + 2-year Diploma in OT Technician/Physiotherapy from a recognized institute + 1-year work experience at a min. 50-bed hospital.
Upper Age Relaxations
- SC / ST: 5 years (Up to 28/30 years)
- OBC: 3 years (Up to 26/28 years)
- Ex-Servicemen: Service duration + 3 years (UR), 6 years (OBC), 8 years (SC/ST)
Physical Standards & Efficiency Test (PST / PET)
1. Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Category | Height | Chest (Normal / Expanded) |
| General / OBC / SC (All India) | 170 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas & North-East States | 165 cm | 78 cm / 83 cm |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST - All India) | 162.5 cm | 76 cm / 81 cm |
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
All India Candidates (Except Ladakh): 5 km run to be completed within 24 minutes.
Ladakh Region Candidates: 1.6 km run to be completed within 7 minutes.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of sequential qualifying stages:
- RFID-based Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Documentation Verification (DV): Verification of original educational certificates, category/caste certificates, and online application payment receipts.
- Computer Based Test (CBT): 100-mark written objective exam. Minimum qualifying marks are 35% for General/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC.
- Trade Skill Test: Practical performance test evaluating technical ability in the selected trade (Qualifying nature; conducted in a 1:4 candidate-to-vacancy ratio).
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
- Final Merit List: Prepared trade-wise and category-wise based on CBT marks for candidates who clear all stages.
Pay Scale & Application Fee
Salary Structure: Selected candidates will receive pay scale and allowances as per standard Assam Rifles / Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Group 'C' pay matrix regulations.
Application Fee and Payment
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen: Nil (Exempted)
Payment Mode : Online via payment portal link or offline using generated SBI Challan.
How to Apply Online
Frequently Asked Questions (SEO & FEO FAQs)
Who is eligible to apply for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026?
Only male Indian citizens who meet the age and educational qualifications for the specific trade can apply. Female candidates are not eligible for this recruitment.
What is the age limit for Assam Rifles Tradesman recruitment?
The general age limit is 18 to 23 years for Rifleman/Havildar trades and 18 to 25 years for Warrant Officer trades as of July 1, 2026. Reserved categories receive upper age relaxations.
When will the Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally begin?
The recruitment rally is tentatively scheduled to begin on November 23, 2026, at designated rally centres (e.g., Jorhat or Diphu in Assam).
Is there any state quota for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman 2026 vacancies?
No, the 354 vacancies under Advertisement Memo No. 1310 are published on an All-India basis without state-wise quota allocations.
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