The Headquarters Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong, has officially notified the recruitment rally schedule for 354 Technical and Tradesmen Group B and Group C positions for the 2026 cycle. Applications are invited from eligible male candidates across all Indian states and Union Territories through the central online portal. Online registrations commenced on September 28, 2026, and the window remains open until October 28, 2026, with on-ground rally events slated to start on November 23, 2026.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Official Notification Released |
28/09/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
28/09/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
28/10/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
28/10/2026 |
| Physical Rally Commencement Date |
23/11/2026 |
| Written Examination Date |
Available Soon |
| Merit List & Result Declaration Date |
Available Soon |
Application Fees
| Category |
Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS |
Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female |
Rs. 0/- (Exempted) |
Applicants can deposit the examination fee via online modes including Net Banking, UPI, and Debit/Credit Cards, or through an offline SBI Bank Challan. Fees deposited once remain strictly non-refundable under all circumstances.
Eligibility & Vacancy Details
Age Limit & Cut-off Reference (as on 01/07/2026)
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Reference Date for Age Calculation |
01/07/2026 |
| Minimum Age Limit |
18 Years (Post Wise) |
| Maximum Age Limit |
25 Years (Post Wise) |
| Age Relaxation |
Applicable as per Central Government norms (SC/ST/OBC) |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Category |
General |
OBC |
EWS |
SC |
ST |
Total Posts |
| Assam Rifles Rally Technical & Tradesmen |
145 |
97 |
34 |
53 |
25 |
354 |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualifications
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
Eligibility Criteria |
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) |
124 |
Only for Men. 10+2 Intermediate with Physics, Chemistry, and English from a recognized board; OR 10th Matriculation with ITI Certificate in a related trade; OR Bachelor's Degree in Electronics / Information & Communication Technology. |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) |
32 |
Only for Men. 10th Matriculation passed with minimum 2-year Technical Training from an ITI; OR Diploma in Electrician, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation/Instrument Technician, Power Electronic System, or Electronic System Design & Repair. |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) |
21 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2-year ITI Technical Training; OR Diploma in Electronics Engineering, Electronics Mechanic, Electrical Engineering, Electrician Power Distribution, Electrician, Instrumentation Technology, Instrument Mechanic, Power Electronic System, Electronic System Design & Repair, Fibre to Home, or OFC Technology. |
| Rifleman (Armourer) |
29 |
Only for Men. 10th passed from a recognized board along with an ITI Certificate in Welding trade from an accredited institute. |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) |
10 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2-year ITI technical certificate; OR Diploma in Engineer Equipment Mechanic, Power Electric Systems, or Mechanic Diesel. |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) |
13 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with 2-year ITI Certificate in Recovery Vehicle Mechanic (or Motor Vehicle Mechanic) AND a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV)/Transport Vehicle Driving License; OR 10th with a valid HMV License as per notification terms. |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) |
22 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2-year ITI Technical Training in relevant electrical trades; OR Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or Communication Systems. |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) |
06 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2 years ITI in Instrument Mechanic or Electronic Mechanic; OR Diploma in Instrument Mechanic/Technology or Electronic Mechanic/Technology. |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) |
19 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2 years ITI Technical Training in Metalsmith trade; OR Diploma in Metalsmith/Metallurgy. |
| Rifleman (Upholster) |
03 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2 years ITI in Upholster trade; OR Diploma in Upholster. |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical |
16 |
Only for Men. 10th Matriculation passed from any recognized Board in India. |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) |
23 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2 years ITI Technical Training in relevant mechanical trades; OR Diploma in Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel, Fitter, Mechanical Engineering, or Automobile Engineering. |
| Rifleman (Welder) |
02 |
Only for Men. 10th passed with minimum 2 years ITI Technical Training in Welding/Metallurgy; OR Diploma in Welding/Metallurgy. |
| Rifleman (Draughtsman) |
02 |
Only for Men. 10+2 Intermediate passed from a recognized board with a Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from an accredited polytechnic or institution. |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) |
01 |
Only for Men. 10+2 passed with minimum 2-year Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology from a recognized institute AND minimum 1-year working experience as an OT Technician in a hospital with at least 50 beds. |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) |
02 |
Only for Men. 10+2 passed with minimum 2-year Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized hospital/institute AND relevant clinical work experience in a facility with at least 50 beds. |
| Rifleman (Mason) |
29 |
Only for Men. 10th passed from a recognized board. Candidate must qualify the practical Mason Trade Test and furnish an undertaking/self-certification of 1 year of trade experience. |
Selection Process
The recruitment rally follows a strict elimination sequence:
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Verification of height, chest, weight measurements, and running endurance trials.
- Skill / Trade Test: Practical trade performance testing for Technical and Tradesman posts (qualifying in nature).
- Written Examination: 100-mark objective test assessing general knowledge, elementary mathematics, reasoning, and trade-specific fundamentals.
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Review Medical Examination (RME): Fitness evaluation conducted as per central armed police forces medical guidelines.
- Document Verification & Final Merit List: State-wise and category-wise compilation of final merit rosters based on written marks and certificate authenticity.
How to Apply Online for Assam Rifle Rally Online Form 2026 for 354 Post
- Open the Assam Rifles official recruitment portal at assamrifles.gov.in.
- Navigate to the "Join Assam Rifles" section and select the "Online Application" dashboard link.
- Choose the trade applied for, verify gender status (Male only for these trades), and input your state of domicile to view vacancy eligibility.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, technical certifications, and permanent postal address without discrepancy.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and educational/caste certificates matching specified dimensions.
- Complete the fee remittance of Rs. 100/- (if applicable) through the online payment gateway or Challan, submit the application, and save a printed copy of the generated acknowledgement slip for verification at the rally ground.
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FAQs
When is the physical rally scheduled to begin for Assam Rifles 2026?
The physical recruitment rally is officially scheduled to commence on November 23, 2026. Exact reporting locations, dates, and call-up letters will be published online for registered candidates.
What is the closing date to apply for Assam Rifles Tradesman recruitment?
The last date for submitting online application forms and paying application fees is October 28, 2026. Candidates are advised to apply early to prevent transmission delays caused by server load.
Can female candidates apply for these Assam Rifles rally posts?
No. As per the official notification, all 354 vacancies across these specific technical and tradesmen trades are open exclusively to male applicants.
What is the application fee for SC and ST category candidates?
Candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories are fully exempted from paying any application fee. General, OBC, and EWS candidates must pay Rs. 100/-.
What documents are mandatory to present at the recruitment rally centre?
Candidates must bring their printed online application, rally admit card, educational marksheets, technical/ITI diplomas, caste certificate, domicile certificate, valid photo ID, and passport-size photographs in original along with self-attested photocopies.
What is the age limit prescribed for the tradesman positions?
The standard age bracket is 18 to 25 years as calculated on July 1, 2026. Specific trades carry relaxation in upper age limits according to category-wise government directives.
How does the trade test affect the final merit list?
The Trade (Skill) Test is qualifying in nature. Candidates must pass it to appear in the written exam, but the final merit list is prepared strictly based on written exam scores and medical fitness.
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