Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026: 354 Posts, Apply Online

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Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026: 354 Posts, Apply Online

The Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has released the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 notification for 354 Group C vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online for various Technical and Tradesman posts such as Warrant Officer (Cipher), Rifleman, Havildar, and other trades.

According to the notification, the online application window will open on 28 September 2026 and the last date to submit the application is 28 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM. The recruitment rally is tentatively scheduled to commence from 23 November 2026 onwards.

Important: This article is prepared from the Assam Rifles recruitment notification provided in the uploaded PDF.

Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Assam Rifles Vacancy 2026

A total of 354 vacancies have been announced under the Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally.

Post-wise Vacancy

The category-wise vacancy table in the notification gives a total of 53 SC, 25 ST, 97 OBC, 34 EWS and 145 UR vacancies, making 354 posts in total.

Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

The educational qualification and age limit differ according to the trade.

1. Warrant Officer – Cipher

Educational Qualification:
Candidates should have passed 10+2/Intermediate with Science, Mathematics and English from a recognised State Board or Central Education Board, or possess a relevant degree/diploma in fields such as Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Technology or related disciplines as specified in the notification.

Age Limit: 18 to 25 years.

2. Rifleman – Electrical Fitter Signal

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the prescribed technical training/qualification in relevant electrical/electronics fields as mentioned in the notification.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

3. Rifleman – Lineman Field

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the required technical qualification/training in electrical/electronics-related fields.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

4. Rifleman – Armourer

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the prescribed qualification in the welding trade from a recognised institute.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

5. Engineer Equipment Mechanic

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation with the required technical training/ITI or diploma qualification in the relevant engineering/mechanical trade.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

6. Recovery Vehicle Mechanic

Candidates should have the prescribed Class 10/Matriculation plus technical qualification in motor vehicle/recovery vehicle mechanics, as specified in the notification.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

7. Electrician Motor Vehicle

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the prescribed technical qualification in electrical/electrician or related trades.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

8. Instrument Mechanic

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the prescribed technical qualification in Instrument Mechanic/Technology or related fields.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

9. Metalsmith

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation with the prescribed technical qualification in the relevant trade.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

10. Upholster

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the prescribed qualification/training in Upholstery.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

11. Store Keeper Technical

Candidates should have passed 10+2/Matriculation as prescribed in the notification, along with the required technical qualification for the post.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

12. Vehicle Mechanic

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the required technical training/ITI or diploma qualification in Mechanic Diesel/Fitter/Automobile Engineering or related fields.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

13. Welder

Candidates should have passed Class 10/Matriculation and possess the prescribed technical qualification/training in welding.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

14. Warrant Officer – Draughtsman

Candidates should have passed 10+2 or equivalent and possess a Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognised Board/Polytechnic/Institution.

Age Limit: 18 to 25 years.

15. Warrant Officer – Operation Theatre Technician

Candidates should have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Science and possess the prescribed Diploma/qualification in Operation Theatre Technician or equivalent training as specified in the notification.

Age Limit: 18 to 25 years.

16. Warrant Officer – Physiotherapist

Candidates should have passed 10+2 and possess a Diploma in Physiotherapy of the prescribed duration. The notification also specifies the required work experience in a recognised hospital/physiotherapy centre.

Age Limit: 18 to 25 years.

17. Rifleman – Mason

Candidates should have passed 10th/Matriculation and possess the prescribed trade qualification/experience in Masonry.

Age Limit: 18 to 23 years.

The notification provides trade-specific educational qualifications and age limits in Appendix-A.

Age Relaxation

The notification provides age relaxation for eligible categories:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• Ex-Servicemen (UR): 3 years after deduction of military service
• Ex-Servicemen (OBC): 6 years (3+3)
• Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST): 8 years (3+5)

The cut-off date for determining age is 1 July 2026.

Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates have to meet the prescribed physical standards.

For example, the notification specifies different minimum height requirements depending on the candidate's category and region.

General minimum height mentioned in the notification

• Male: 170 cm
• Female: 157 cm

Relaxations are available for candidates belonging to specified categories/regions.

The notification also provides special standards for candidates belonging to categories such as Scheduled Tribes and candidates from specified states/regions.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates who qualify during initial document verification will be required to appear for the RFID Based Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

PET requirement

All India candidates except Ladakh Region Male Candidates:

• 5 km run
• To be completed within 24 minutes

Ladakh Region Male Candidates:

• 1.6 km run
• To be completed within 7 minutes

The notification states that candidates who successfully complete the RFID-based PST/PET will proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

Selection Process

The Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026 selection process includes multiple stages.

Selection stages

1. Initial Document Verification
2. RFID Based Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4. Computer Based Test (CBT)
5. Trade/Skill Test
6. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
7. Review Medical Examination (RME), where applicable
8. Final Merit List and Call for Training

The notification states that candidates who qualify all required stages will be placed in the merit list according to the respective trade/category and available vacancies.

Computer Based Test

The Computer Based Test will consist of 100 marks.

The minimum qualifying marks mentioned in the notification are:

• 35% for General/EWS candidates
• 33% for SC/ST/OBC candidates

Candidates qualifying in the CBT, PST, PET and document verification will proceed to the next stage as per the recruitment process.

Trade/Skill Test

Candidates applying for Technical and Tradesman posts will also have to appear for a Trade/Skill Test.

The notification states that the Trade Skill Test will be based on the Computer Test and Specific Practical Skill Test. There are no marks for the Trade Skill Test; candidates must qualify it.

Candidates will be shortlisted for the subsequent stages based on their performance in the Computer Based Test.

Application Fee

The notification mentions an application fee of ₹100 for Group C posts.

The payment can be made through the online payment facility or SBI Current Account/Challan process specified in the notification. Candidates should carefully check the fee/exemption provisions applicable to their category before submitting the application.

How to Apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Assam Rifles website.
2. Open the Online Application section.
3. Select Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026.
4. Register using the required details.
5. Fill in the application form carefully.
6. Upload the required documents, photograph and other details.
7. Pay the applicable application fee.
8. Submit the application form.
9. Download and print the completed application form and payment receipt for future reference.

The notification specifically states that applications will be accepted through online mode only.

Important Dates

Candidates should not wait until the last day to submit the online application because applications received after the closing time will not be entertained.

Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Official Website

Candidates should use the official Assam Rifles website for the online application, recruitment notices and further updates.

Official Website: https://www.assamrifles.gov.in/

Official Recruitment Portal: https://assamrifles.gov.in/onlineapp/

Conclusion

The Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026 offers 354 Group C vacancies across various technical and tradesman posts. Eligible candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, age limit, physical requirements and selection process before applying. The online application process will begin on 28 September 2026, and candidates should submit their applications before the 28 October 2026 deadline.

FAQs – Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026

1. How many vacancies are available in Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026?

There are 354 Group C vacancies in the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026.

2. When will Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 applications start?

The online application process will start on 28 September 2026.

3. What is the last date to apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 28 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.

4. What is the age limit for Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman posts?

The age limit depends on the trade. Several Rifleman/Tradesman posts have an age limit of 18–23 years, while some Warrant Officer posts have an age limit of 18–25 years.

5. What is the Assam Rifles recruitment selection process?

The selection process includes PST, PET, CBT, Trade/Skill Test, Document Verification, DME/RME and final merit selection, as applicable.

6. What is the total vacancy in Assam Rifles Recruitment Rally 2026?

The recruitment notification contains 354 vacancies across various Technical and Tradesman trades.

7. What is the Assam Rifles PET running requirement?

For candidates other than Ladakh-region male candidates, the PET includes a 5 km run to be completed within 24 minutes. For Ladakh-region male candidates, the requirement is 1.6 km within 7 minutes.

8. What is the application mode?

The application mode is online only.

9. What is the CBT qualifying percentage?

The notification mentions 35% for General/EWS candidates and 33% for SC/ST/OBC candidates.

10. When is the Assam Rifles recruitment rally expected to begin?

The recruitment rally is tentatively scheduled from 23 November 2026 onwards.