Assam Rifles Tradesman Rally 2026 Notification: 17 Trades, Eligibility and Rally Details
Good news for young men who have a 10th certificate, an ITI course or a diploma in a technical trade. The Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong has announced the Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 for 354 Group C vacancies across 17 trades, from Rifleman (Mason) and Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) to Warrant Officer (Cipher). This is a uniformed central force job, and it sits among the steady defence and paramilitary jobs that many families in small towns trust.
The online application opens on 28 September 2026 and closes on 28 October 2026 at 23:59 hrs. The trades are open to male candidates only. After the online form comes an RFID-based physical test at Jorhat or Diphu (Assam), tentatively from 23 November 2026 onwards. Read this full guide from GovtJobsAlert.in so you pick the right trade and don’t lose your chance on a small mistake.
Key Highlights — Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026
The Assam Rifles is a Central Armed Police Force under the Ministry of Home Affairs. This rally fills technical and tradesman posts. Seats are counted on an all-India basis for each category, and there is no state-wise quota.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong |
| Memo No. and Date | I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310, 27 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 354 (Group C) |
| Number of Trades | 17 |
| Who Can Apply | Male Indian citizens only |
| Minimum Qualification | 10th pass (most trades also need ITI or Diploma) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Window | 28 September 2026 to 28 October 2026 |
| PST/PET Venue | Jorhat or Diphu (Assam) |
| Rally Starts | 23 November 2026 onwards (tentative) |
How Many Vacancies are in Assam Rifles Tradesman Rally 2026? Trade-wise List
The category split is different for every trade, so look at your own row, not only the total. Some trades have zero seats for a category.
| Trade / Post | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | SC 19 / ST 9 / OBC 33 / EWS 12 / UR 51 | 124 |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | SC 5 / ST 2 / OBC 9 / EWS 3 / UR 13 | 32 |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | SC 3 / ST 2 / OBC 6 / EWS 2 / UR 8 | 21 |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | SC 4 / ST 2 / OBC 8 / EWS 3 / UR 12 | 29 |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | SC 2 / ST 1 / OBC 2 / EWS 1 / UR 4 | 10 |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | SC 2 / ST 1 / OBC 4 / EWS 1 / UR 5 | 13 |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | SC 3 / ST 2 / OBC 6 / EWS 2 / UR 9 | 22 |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | SC 1 / ST 0 / OBC 2 / EWS 1 / UR 2 | 6 |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | SC 3 / ST 1 / OBC 5 / EWS 2 / UR 8 | 19 |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | SC 1 / ST 0 / OBC 1 / EWS 0 / UR 1 | 3 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (EME) | SC 2 / ST 1 / OBC 4 / EWS 2 / UR 7 | 16 |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | SC 4 / ST 2 / OBC 6 / EWS 2 / UR 9 | 23 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 1 / EWS 0 / UR 1 | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 1 / EWS 0 / UR 1 | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 0 / EWS 0 / UR 1 | 1 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 1 / EWS 0 / UR 1 | 2 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | SC 4 / ST 2 / OBC 8 / EWS 3 / UR 12 | 29 |
| All 17 Trades | SC 53 / ST 25 / OBC 97 / EWS 34 / UR 145 | 354 |
10% of the vacancies in all 17 trades are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen (ESM). If suitable ESM candidates are not found, those seats go to non-ESM candidates of the same category. Only the Regular Army, Navy and Air Force count as Ex-Servicemen here. The notice also says the vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease.
What is the Eligibility for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Tradesman Posts?
Assam Rifles Tradesman Educational Qualification (Trade-wise)
Most Rifleman and Havildar trades need a 10th pass plus a two-year ITI course or a two/three-year Diploma in the matching trade. If you hold an ITI certificate in a technical trade, check the exact trade names in the notification PDF before you choose.
| Trade / Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 10+2 Science with Physics, Mathematics and English plus a 2-year ITI course (NSQF level 4 or above) in ICT, IT, Electronics, Computer Science, Computer Engg, Electrical Engg or Instrumental Technology; or a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics or ICT |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Electrical Engg, Electrician, Electrician Power Distribution, Instrument Mechanic or related electronic-system trades |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Fibre to Home or OFC Technology and related trades |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 10th + ITI certificate in the welding trade |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Engineer Equipment Mechanic, Power Electric Systems or Mechanic Diesel |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 10th + 2-year ITI in Recovery Vehicle Mechanic + valid HMV / Transport licence; or 10th + valid HMV / Transport licence |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Electrician, Electrical Engg, Power Electronics or Communication System |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Instrument Mechanic or Electronic Mechanic |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Metalsmith or Metallurgy |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in the Upholster trade |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (EME) | 10th pass only |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel, Fitter or Automobile Engg |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 10th + 2-year ITI, or 2/3-year Diploma in Welder or Metallurgy |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 10+2 + 3-year Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognised Polytechnic or Institution |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 10+2 + 2-year Diploma in OT Technician + at least 1 year of experience in a 50-bed recognised hospital |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 10+2 + 2-year Diploma in Physiotherapy + at least 1 year of experience in a 50-bed recognised hospital or Physiotherapy Centre |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 10th pass + must qualify the trade test + self-certification of 1 year of work experience in the trade |
A simple tip before you pick: match the trade to the exact name on your ITI or diploma certificate, because the category and trade you choose cannot be changed later. The Warrant Officer (Cipher) post has the most seats (124), but it needs 10+2 Science, not just 10th. If you only have a 10th certificate and no ITI, look at Store Keeper Technical, Mason (with trade test and one year of experience) or Recovery Vehicle Mechanic (with a heavy vehicle licence).
You also need a Domicile / Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) from the competent authority. Physically handicapped candidates are not eligible to apply for this rally.
Assam Rifles Tradesman Age Limit 2026
Age is counted as on 01 July 2026. Rifleman and Havildar trades need 18 to 23 years. The four Warrant Officer trades (Cipher, Draughtsman, OT Technician, Physiotherapist) need 18 to 25 years.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 3 years after deducting military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years (3+3) after deducting military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years (3+5) after deducting military service |
| Government servants | 5 years (as per the trade entries) |
| Departmental (serving Assam Rifles) | Up to 40 years, only in the 15 trades listed in para 32 |
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The departmental 40-year relaxation does not cover Draughtsman or Mason, and serving personnel who apply in any trade outside the para 32 list will be rejected. Only the date of birth and name in your Matriculation (or equivalent) certificate are accepted, and later change requests will not be considered.
Assam Rifles Physical Standards (PST) for Male Candidates
| Region / Category | Minimum Height | Chest (Normal / Expanded) |
|---|---|---|
| All India (general) | 170 cm | 80 / 85 cm |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas; Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh; Kashmir, Leh & Ladakh Divisions | 165 cm | 78 / 83 cm |
| Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 cm | 76 / 81 cm |
Weight must be in proportion to height and age as per the medical standard. To claim a height or chest relaxation, carry the valid certificate (or ST certificate) to the PST/PET.
What is the Salary of Assam Rifles Rifleman and Warrant Officer 2026?
The notification does not give a pay level or a rupee figure. Para 26 only says that pay and allowances will be as per the pay scale applicable to Assam Rifles personnel. We are not adding a guessed amount here. Check the official website for the current pay structure of your rank, since a Warrant Officer and a Rifleman start at different ranks.
Selected candidates will be on probation for two years. Please note one serious condition: if you leave the training course or resign early, you must refund the full cost of training or three months’ pay and allowances.
What is the Selection Process for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. Initial document verification | At the rally venue, before the physical tests |
| 2. RFID-based PST | Height, chest and weight as per the table above |
| 3. RFID-based PET (qualifying) | 5 km run within 24 minutes; Ladakh region: 1.6 km within 7 minutes |
| 4. Documentation | Checking of certificates after PST/PET |
| 5. Computer Based Test (CBT) | 100 marks; pass marks 35% for General/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC |
| 6. Trade Skill Test | Computer test plus a practical skill test; qualifying only, no marks |
| 7. Documents Verification (DV) | For Trade Skill Test passers; shortlisting about 4 per vacancy (1:4) in each trade and category, by CBT merit |
| 8. Medical (DME / RME) | As per MHA uniform medical guidelines for CAPFs and AR |
| 9. Merit list | Trade-wise and category-wise, as per the vacancies in Appendix-B |
The merit list decides everything. Merely qualifying in all tests does not guarantee final selection. The CBT syllabus and pattern details are not in this notice, so keep an eye on our syllabus and exam pattern page and the official website. The PST/PET reporting date will be announced on the official website after you apply; also watch our admit cards page.
How to Apply Online for Assam Rifles Tradesman Rally 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the Assam Rifles website (link in Essential Links below) and click “ONLINE APPLICATION” |
| 2 | Enter a working email ID and a mobile number that is not DND-activated |
| 3 | Fill the form, choosing your trade, category and state carefully; submit your PRC and SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate (if applicable) with the form |
| 4 | Pay the fee online through the link, or by challan at SBI Bank counters |
| 5 | Upload a copy of the challan or payment receipt (needed in both options) |
| 6 | Submit, then print the completed form and download a copy of the notification |
All rally information comes by email and SMS only. Carry the original fee receipt/challan, the printed application form and a copy of the notification to the PST/PET, along with your PRC and category certificate. EWS candidates need an Income & Asset Certificate for 2025-26 based on 2024-25 income. Departmental candidates must bring their NOC from Col (Record), HQ DGAR.
What Mistakes Can Cancel Your Assam Rifles Rally 2026 Application?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| State in the form | You cannot change the state at document verification; if you try, your candidature will be cancelled straightaway |
| Physically handicapped | Not eligible to apply |
| One application only | Multiple applications will not be accepted |
| No corrections | No change is allowed after submission; requests by post, fax, email or by hand shall not be entertained |
| Category and trade | A change at any stage will not be entertained |
| Late applications | Applications after 28 October 2026 (23:59 hrs) will not be entertained |
| Missing documents at PST/PET | Without the fee receipt, printed form and notification copy downloaded from the website, your candidature may be rejected |
| False information | Candidature summarily rejected at any stage, plus legal action through an FIR |
| Mobiles and gadgets | Banned inside rally sites and test centres |
| Travel costs | No TA/DA is paid for any stage |
| Injuries during tests | You take part voluntarily; the Department and Assam Rifles shall not be held liable for any injury, illness or accident |
| Compassionate appointment | The scheme does not apply to this rally |
| Changes by the department | The department can change or cancel the advertisement without giving reasons |
| Legal disputes | Only courts with jurisdiction over the place of recruitment can hear them |
What are the Important Dates for Assam Rifles Tradesman Rally 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification (Memo) Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Rally (RFID PST/PET) Starts | 23 November 2026 onwards (tentative) |
| PST/PET Reporting Date | To be announced on the official website |
What is the Application Fee for Assam Rifles Tradesman Rally 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | No fee |
| Ex-Servicemen | No fee |
You can pay online through the link on the website or by challan at an SBI Bank counter. Fee once paid will not be refunded and cannot be adjusted against any other expense.
Essential Links — Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Official Notification Page for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 – 354 Posts
- Apply Online for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 – 354 Posts
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you are a young man with a 10th certificate and the right ITI or diploma, this rally is a real chance at a uniformed central job. Choose your trade carefully, get your PRC and category certificate ready, and apply before 28 October 2026, not on the last evening. For more openings for 10th pass candidates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.