Assam Rifles Recruitment Overview
Assam Rifles has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 354 Rifleman / Warrant Officer / Havildar (Group C) vacancies. Online applications start from 28th September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Assam Rifles website. The last date to submit the application form is 28th October 2026.
| Organization / Company | Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Rifleman / Warrant Officer / Havildar (Group C) |
| Recruitment Type | All-India, Group C, Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally – 18 trades/posts (Male candidates only) |
| Advertisement No. | I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310 |
| Total Posts | 354 |
| Job Type | Regular Basis |
| Salary | Pay Scale and other allowances will be applicable/admissible as per the pay scale applicable to the Assam Rifles personnel. |
| Age Limit | 18 - 25 Years (as on 01/07/2026) |
| Qualification | Matric (10th Pass), ITI, Diploma |
| Job Location | Assam Rifles (All India) |
| Start Date of Apply | 28/09/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 28/10/2026 |
| Application Fee | GEN/OBC/EWS: ₹100/- SC/ST/ESM: Exempted |
| Website | https://www.assamrifles.gov.in/ |
Assam Rifles Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Trade | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 124 |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 32 |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 21 |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 29 |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 10 |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 13 |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 22 |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 06 |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 19 |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 03 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | 16 |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 23 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 02 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 02 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 01 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 02 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 29 |
| Grand Total | 354 |
Assam Rifles Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 - 25 Years (as on 01/07/2026) |
| Gender | Only Male Candidates are eligible |
| Work Experience | Yes required as per relevant post |
Educational Qualification + Experience
| Trade | Educational Qualification + Experience |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 10+2/Intermediate with Physics, Mathematics & English + NSQF Level 4+ course (min. 2 yrs) in ICT/Electronics Engg./Computer Science/Electrical Engg./Instrumental Technology from a recognized ITI, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics/ICT from a recognized University/Institution |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | Class 10/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Power Distribution/Electrician/Instrumental Technology/Instrument Mechanic/Technician Power Electronic System/Technician Electronic System Design and Repair |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | Class 10/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Electronics/Electronics Mechanic/Electrical Engineering/Electrical Power Distribution/Electrician/Instrumental Technician/Technical Power Electronic System/Electronic System Design and Repair/Fibre to Home Technology/OFC Technology |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 10th pass with ITI certificate in Welding trade from a recognized institute |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | Class 10/Matric + min. 2/3-yr Diploma in Engineer Equipment Mechanic/Power Electric Systems/Mechanic Diesel |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 10th/Matric + 2-yr ITI certificate in Recovery Vehicle Mechanic + valid Heavy Motor Vehicle/Transport Vehicle Driving Licence |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | Class 10/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Electrician/Electrical Engineering/Technical/Power Electronics/Communication System |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | Class 10/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Instrument Mechanic/Electronic Mechanic/Technology |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 10th/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Metalsmith/Metallurgy |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 10th/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Upholster trade |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | 10th/Matric pass from a recognized Board |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 10th/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Mechanic Motor Vehicle/Mechanic Diesel/Fitter/Mechanic Engineering Technical/Automobile Engineering/Technical |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 10th/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or Diploma in Welder/Metallurgy |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 10+2 pass or equivalent + 3-yr Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognized Polytechnic/Institution |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 10+2 pass + Diploma in Operation Theatre Technician (min. 2 yrs) from a recognized Institute/Hospital + min. 1 year work experience as OT Technician from a min. 50-bed recognized Hospital |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 10+2 pass + Diploma in Physiotherapy (min. 2 yrs) from a recognized Institute/Hospital + min. 1 year work experience as Physiotherapist from a min. 50-bed recognized Hospital/Physiotherapy Centre |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 10th pass from a recognized Board + must qualify trade test + an undertaking/self-certification of min. 1 year work experience in the trade |
Assam Rifles Recruitment Salary
Pay Scale and other allowances will be applicable/admissible as per the pay scale applicable to the Assam Rifles personnel.
Assam Rifles Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
| Trade | Min-Max Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026) |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 18–25 years |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 18–23 years |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 18–23 years |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 18–23 years |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 18–25 years |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 18–25 years |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 18–25 years |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 18–23 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| GEN/UR/EWS | No Relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 3 years, after deduction of military service rendered from actual age as on the cut-off date |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC-NCL) | 6 years (3+3), after deduction of military service rendered |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years (3+5), after deduction of military service rendered |
| Departmental (Assam Rifles serving personnel) | Relaxable up to age 40, per Central Government instructions/orders, for the specified applicable trades only |
Assam Rifles Recruitment Selection Process
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Trade Skill Test
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME)
- Merit List & Call for Training
Assam Rifles Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 27/08/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 28/09/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 28/10/2026 |
| Online Fee Payment End Date | 28/10/2026 |
| Recruitment Rally (Tentative) | From 23/11/2026 onwards |
| Age Limit as on | 01/07/2026 |
Assam Rifles Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit assamrifles.gov.in and click on “ONLINE APPLICATION”.
- Step 2: Register on the portal with email ID and mobile number
- Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, state preference, and category details
- Step 4: Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature, educational certificates, and caste/PwBD certificate (if applicable).
- Step 5: Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Step 6: Submit the application
- Step 7: Take printout/screenshot for records
Assam Rifles Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
A total of 354 Group C posts have been notified — Rifleman 219, Warrant Officer 129 and Havildar 06.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 28 September 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 28 October 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 posts?
18 to 25 years for Warrant Officer trades and 18 to 23 years for Havildar and Rifleman trades, as on 01 July 2026, with prescribed relaxations.
Q 5. What is the application fee for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
₹100/- for applicable General / OBC / EWS candidates. SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted.
Abbreviation
| ITBP | Indo-Tibetan Border Police |
|---|---|
| GATE | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
| GD | General Duty |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| MMS | Master of Management Studies |
| BMS | Bachelor of Management Studies |
| BAF | Bachelor of Accounting and Finance |