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

The Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has issued the official notification for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. A total of 354 Group B and Group C vacancies are open across Indian states and union territories. The online registration portal closes on October 28, 2026, and the physical recruitment rally starts on November 23, 2026 across nominated centres in the North East.

Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official website, assamrifles.gov.in, before the deadline.

Assam Rifles Rally 2026 Overview

| Parameter | Details | | :--- | :--- | | Recruitment Authority | Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong | | Name of Rally | Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 | | Total Posts | 354 Vacancies | | Classification | Group B and Group C Technical / Tradesman Posts | | Application Mode | Online Only | | Online Registration Start | September 28, 2026 | | Last Date to Apply | October 28, 2026 (23:59 IST) | | Rally Commencement Date | November 23, 2026 onwards | | Rally Locations | Sukhovi, Dimapur, Diphu, Silchar, and Haflong | | Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |

Important Dates for Candidates

The Directorate General has established a strict timetable for the rally. Candidates must carry printouts of their online application confirmation and offline call letters to their allotted rally centre.

• Online Application Window Opens: September 28, 2026
• Last Date for Online Submission: October 28, 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: October 28, 2026
• Rally Start Date: November 23, 2026
• Admit Card Issuance: Second week of November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown by Post and Trade

The 354 positions are distributed across technical branches and support trades. Both male and female candidates can apply for specific trades based on the vacancy roster.

Group B and Group C Post Distribution

• 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
• Warrant Officer (Draughtsman): 14 posts
• Havildar (Surveyor ITI): 11 posts
• Havildar (X-Ray Assistant): 18 posts
• Warrant Officer (Pharmacist): 26 posts
• Rifleman (Plumber): 16 posts
• Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic): 15 posts
• Other Support Trades (Female Attendant, Cook, Barber): 38 posts

State-wise quotas apply to every trade. Applicants must hold a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) or Domicile Certificate of the state for which they submit their application.

Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits

Eligibility conditions require specific educational, technical, and age credentials calculated as of August 1, 2026.

Educational Qualifications by Trade

• Warrant Officer (Cipher): 10+2 (Higher Secondary) with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, or 10th pass with a three-year diploma in Telecommunication or Electronics Engineering.
• Rifleman (Armourer): Matriculation (10th) from a recognized board with an ITI certificate in the Armourer or Machinist trade.
• Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal): 10th pass with Science and Mathematics, plus an ITI trade certificate in Electrical or Signal Equipment.
• Rifleman (Lineman Field): 10th pass with an ITI certificate in Lineman or Wireman trade.
• Warrant Officer (Pharmacist): 10+2 with a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institute registered under the Pharmacy Act.
• Havildar (X-Ray Assistant): 10+2 with a Diploma in Radiology or Medical Imaging Technology.

Age Limits and Relaxations

Age cut-off is calculated as of August 1, 2026:

• General / EWS: 18 to 23 years (born between August 1, 2003 and August 1, 2008)
• Warrant Officer (Cipher / Pharmacist): 18 to 25 years
• SC / ST Candidates: Upper age relaxation of 5 years (up to 28 or 30 years depending on the post)
• OBC Candidates: Upper age relaxation of 3 years (up to 26 or 28 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: Deduction of military service plus 3 years from actual age

Physical Standards and Efficiency Tests (PST/PET)

All registered candidates must report to their assigned venue in the North East for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Physical Standards Test (PST) Measurements

• General Male Candidates: Minimum height of 170 cm; Chest 80 cm unexpanded and 85 cm expanded (5 cm expansion mandatory).
• General Female Candidates: Minimum height of 157 cm.
• Hill Areas and North-Eastern States: Male height minimum 165 cm, Female height minimum 155 cm.
• Scheduled Tribe (ST) Candidates: Male height minimum 162.5 cm; Female height minimum 150 cm; Chest 76 cm unexpanded, 81 cm expanded.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Benchmarks

• Male Candidates: 5 km run to be completed within 24 minutes.
• Female Candidates: 1.6 km (1600 metres) run to be completed within 8 minutes and 30 seconds.
• Ladakh Region Male Candidates: 1.6 km run in 6 minutes and 30 seconds.
• Ladakh Region Female Candidates: 800 metres run in 4 minutes.

The PET is qualifying in nature. Failing to meet the cut-off time results in immediate elimination from the rally.

Selection Procedure

The selection stages follow a structured progression:

1. Physical Measurement and Efficiency: PST and PET at the assigned rally ground.
2. Trade Test / Skill Test: Candidates who clear the physical screening undergo practical trade assessments. The trade test is qualifying.
3. Written Examination: A 100-mark written test covering General English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness / Trade Knowledge. Minimum qualifying marks stand at 35% for General/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC.
4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Comprehensive medical screening by Assam Rifles medical boards.
5. Merit List and Dispatch: Merit lists are prepared state-wise and category-wise based solely on marks obtained in the written exam.

Application Fee and Payment Mode

• Group B Posts (Warrant Officer): Rs 200
• Group C Posts (Havildar and Rifleman): Rs 100
• SC, ST, Female, and Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Nil (Exempted from fee payment)

Payment must be processed online through the SBI collect portal integrated into the Assam Rifles recruitment page.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online

Candidates should complete their online application promptly before server traffic peaks ahead of the closing date.

1. Open your web browser and go to the official portal at assamrifles.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the Join Assam Rifles section and select Online Application.
3. Select the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Rally 2026 link.
4. Choose your gender, state of domicile, and trade applied for.
5. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and contact information accurately.
6. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and qualifying educational certificates.
7. Pay the requisite application fee via SBI Collect.
8. Save and print the final submitted application form along with the transaction receipt.

Official Links and Important Contacts

• Official Portal: assamrifles.gov.in
• Recruitment Section: assamrifles.gov.in/join-assam-rifles
• Rally Helpdesk: Directorate General Assam Rifles, Laitkor, Shillong - 793010, Meghalaya

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the closing date for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman 2026?

The online application window closes on October 28, 2026 at 23:59 IST.

How many vacancies are announced for the 2026 rally?

There are 354 Group B and Group C vacancies across various trades, including Warrant Officer Cipher, Lineman Field, and Armourer.

When does the Assam Rifles rally commence?

The physical rally is scheduled to begin on November 23, 2026 at designated Assam Rifles centres in Sukhovi, Dimapur, Diphu, Silchar, and Haflong.

What is the age limit for Rifleman trades?

The general age bracket for Rifleman trades is 18 to 23 years as of August 1, 2026. Reserved categories receive standard age relaxations.

Is there an application fee for SC, ST, and female candidates?

No, candidates belonging to SC, ST, female categories, and Ex-Servicemen are exempt from paying any fee.

Where will the PET and PST be conducted?

Physical tests will be conducted at Assam Rifles training grounds in Assam and Nagaland, with the specific venue and reporting date indicated on the individual admit card.