Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026: Office of the Director General Assam Rifles, Shillong has released an employment notification for the recruitment of 354 Warrant Officer, Rifleman and Havildar posts through the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 28th September 2026 to 28th October 2026. The recruitment rally is scheduled to commence from 23rd November 2026 onwards.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 – Quick Details
| Organization | Assam Rifles |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 |
| Total Posts | 354 Posts |
| Post Name | Warrant Officer, Rifleman & Havildar |
| Qualification | 10th / 10+2 / ITI / Diploma / Degree |
| Age Limit | 18–23 Years* |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- for Group C Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28th September 2026 |
| Last Date | 28th October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Recruitment Rally | 23rd November 2026 onwards |
*For Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician and Physiotherapist posts, the age limit is 18–25 years.
Assam Rifles Recruitment Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 354
| Post / Trade | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| 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) | 6 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 19 |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 3 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical | 16 |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 23 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 1 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 2 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 20 |
| Total | 354 |
Eligibility Criteria for Assam Rifles Recruitment
Age Limit
Candidates should be between 18 and 23 years of age as on 1st July 2026.
For the following posts, the age limit is 18 to 25 years:
- Warrant Officer (Draughtsman)
- Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician)
- Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen – UR | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen – OBC/NCL | 6 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen – SC/ST | 8 Years |
Educational Qualification for Assam Rifles Recruitment
The required qualification varies according to the post/trade.
| Trade / Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Cipher – Warrant Officer | 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics & English + relevant NSQF Level 4+ course, or Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics/ICT |
| Electrical Fitter Signal – Rifleman | 10th + 2 years ITI training or relevant 2/3-year Diploma |
| Lineman Field – Rifleman | 10th + 2 years ITI training or relevant 2/3-year Diploma |
| Armourer – Rifleman | 10th + ITI Certificate in Welding |
| Engineer Equipment Mechanic | 10th + relevant 2/3-year Diploma |
| Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | 10th + 2-year ITI + valid HMV/Transport Vehicle Driving Licence |
| Electrician Motor Vehicle | 10th + relevant ITI training or Diploma |
| Instrument Mechanic – Havildar | 10th + relevant ITI training or Diploma |
| Metalsmith – Rifleman | 10th + relevant ITI training or Diploma |
| Upholster – Rifleman | 10th + 2-year ITI in Upholster trade |
| Store Keeper Technical | 10th Pass |
| Vehicle Mechanic | 10th + relevant ITI training or Diploma |
| Welder – Rifleman | 10th + 2-year ITI/Diploma in Welder/Metallurgy |
| Draughtsman – Warrant Officer | 10+2 + 3-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship |
| Operation Theatre Technician | 10+2 + 2-year Diploma in OT Technician + 1-year experience |
| Physiotherapist | 10+2 + 2-year Diploma in Physiotherapy + 1-year experience |
| Mason – Rifleman | 10th Pass + trade test + minimum 1-year trade experience |
The detailed trade-wise qualification requirements should be checked in the official notification before applying.
Application Fee
The application fee for Group C posts is ₹100/-.
Candidates belonging to SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen categories are exempted from payment of the application fee. The fee is to be deposited online as specified in the recruitment notification.
How to Apply for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official Assam Rifles recruitment portal.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official Assam Rifles recruitment website.
- Click on the online application link.
- Complete New Registration.
- Login using the required credentials.
- Fill in your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates for Assam Rifles Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 27th August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 28th September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28th October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Recruitment Rally | 23rd November 2026 onwards |
Important Web-Links for Assam Rifles Recruitment
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Note: The supplied source lists the online application link as a WhatsApp-channel URL with the label “28/09/2026”; therefore, the official Assam Rifles website is provided above for the application portal rather than presenting that WhatsApp link as the application form.
FAQs of Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are available under Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026?
A total of 354 posts are available.
When will the online application start?
The online application starts on 28th September 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 28th October 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
What is the age limit?
The general age limit is 18–23 years as on 1st July 2026. For Draughtsman, Operation Theatre Technician and Physiotherapist, it is 18–25 years.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹100/- for Group C posts, while SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted as specified in the notification.