
Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026: The Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has released the Short Notice for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 354 Group C vacancies in various technical and tradesman posts on an All-India basis.
The online application process will begin on 28 September 2026 and continue until 28 October 2026. Eligible male candidates can apply online through the official Assam Rifles recruitment portal. The recruitment process will include physical tests, a computer-based examination, trade skill test, document verification, and medical examination.
Candidates can check the major details of the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 below.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam/Recruitment Name | Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong |
| Posts | Group C Technical and Tradesman Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 354 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Short Notice Release Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Rally Start Date | 23 November 2026 onwards (Tentative) |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
The Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026 notification PDF contains important information about vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, educational qualifications, physical standards, application fees, selection process, medical standards, and other recruitment guidelines.
Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Short Notice PDF
Candidates should keep track of the important dates to avoid missing any stage of the recruitment process.
| Event | Date |
| Short Notice Release Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Application Starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Application Ends | 28 October 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Admit Card | To be released |
| Recruitment Rally | 23 November 2026 onwards (Tentative) |
| Result | To be released |
The Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Vacancy 2026 includes 354 Group C posts across various technical and tradesman disciplines. The vacancies are distributed among SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and UR categories as specified in the official notification.
A 10% horizontal reservation for Ex-servicemen is applicable as per the prescribed recruitment rules.
| Post/Trade | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 19 | 09 | 33 | 12 | 51 | 124 |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 05 | 02 | 09 | 03 | 13 | 32 |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 03 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 08 | 21 |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 04 | 02 | 08 | 03 | 12 | 29 |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 02 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 04 | 10 |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 02 | 01 | 04 | 01 | 05 | 13 |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 03 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 09 | 22 |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 06 |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 03 | 01 | 05 | 02 | 08 | 19 |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 03 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (EME) | 02 | 01 | 04 | 02 | 07 | 16 |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 04 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 09 | 23 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 04 | 02 | 08 | 03 | 12 | 29 |
| Total | 53 | 25 | 97 | 34 | 145 | 354 |
Candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility requirements related to nationality, age, domicile, and educational qualifications. The eligibility conditions may vary depending on the post or trade.
The candidate must be an Indian citizen and should possess a valid Domicile or Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) issued by the competent authority of the respective State or Union Territory.
The age will be calculated as on 1 July 2026.
Warrant Officer posts: 18 to 25 years
Rifleman and Havildar posts: 18 to 23 years
Applicable age relaxation is provided to reserved categories and eligible Ex-servicemen as per the recruitment rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| General/EWS | No relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 3 years after deduction of military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years after deduction of military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years after deduction of military service |
The required educational qualification differs according to the post and trade. Some of the key requirements include:
Warrant Officer (Cipher): 10+2 in Science with relevant subjects and a 2-year ITI qualification or a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics/ICT, as prescribed.
Warrant Officer (Draughtsman/OT Technician/Physiotherapist): 10+2 with the relevant diploma/qualification and required experience, wherever applicable.
Rifleman Technical Trades: Class 10 pass along with the prescribed ITI certificate or relevant engineering qualification.
Rifleman Store Keeper Technical: Matriculation/Class 10 pass from a recognized board.
Rifleman Mason: Class 10 pass with the prescribed trade experience and qualification.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the post-wise educational qualification before applying.
The Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026 application form will be available online from 28 September 2026. Candidates must complete the registration and application process before the deadline of 28 October 2026.
Visit the official Assam Rifles website at assamrifles.gov.in.
Open the Online Application section.
Select the relevant recruitment/trade.
Complete the registration process.
Enter the required personal, educational, and other details.
Upload the prescribed photograph, signature, Domicile/PRC, category certificate, and other documents.
Pay the applicable application fee through the prescribed mode.
Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
Submit the application and save the confirmation page.
Keep a printed copy of the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee according to their category.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The application fee can be deposited through the prescribed online payment mode or SBI challan, as specified in the official notification.
The selection process for Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify at each stage to proceed further in the recruitment process.
The selection stages include:
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Computer-Based Test (CBT) – 100 Marks
Trade Skill Test – Qualifying in nature
Document Verification
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Review Medical Examination (RME), wherever applicable
Final Merit List and Call for Training
The Trade Skill Test is conducted for shortlisted candidates in the prescribed ratio.
The Physical Efficiency Test is an important stage of the recruitment process. For male candidates from all-India areas except Ladakh, the prescribed PET includes a 5-km run to be completed within 24 minutes.
Candidates should check the official notification for the applicable physical standards based on their domicile and category.
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the Central Government pay scale applicable to the respective Assam Rifles Group C post. In addition to basic pay, eligible personnel may receive applicable allowances and benefits as per government rules.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the post-wise pay level, allowances, probation conditions, and service-related provisions.