354 vacancies in Group C posts across 18 trades, open to eligible male candidates from all over India. Applications are online only.
Total vacancies:354
Last date to apply: 28 Oct 2026
Fee: nil for SC/ST and ex-servicemen: 300
Important dates:
| Event | Date |
| Online application server starts | 28 Sep 2026 |
| Last date of receipt of applications | 28 Oct 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Age and eligibility cut-off date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Recruitment rally (tentative) | From 23 Nov 2026 |
| RFID-based PST/PET venues | Jorhat or Diphu (Assam); dates to be notified |
Vacancies by trade:
| Trade | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 19 | 9 | 33 | 12 | 51 | 124 |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | 5 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 32 |
| Rifleman (Lineman Field) | 3 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 21 |
| Rifleman (Armourer) | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 29 |
| Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic) | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic) | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 13 |
| Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | 3 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 22 |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| Rifleman (Metalsmith) | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 19 |
| Rifleman (Upholster) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 16 |
| Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 23 |
| Rifleman (Welder) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 29 |
| Grand total | 53 | 25 | 97 | 34 | 145 | 354 |
Education and age by trade:
| rade | Education | Age |
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | Passed 10+2 in Science with Physics, Mathematics and English from a recognised board, and a NSQF level 4 or above course in Information/Communication Technology, Electronics, Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical or Instrumentation; or a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Information or Communication Technology | 18–25 |
| Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal), (Lineman Field), (Armourer), (Engineer Equipment Mechanic), (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic), (Electrician Motor Vehicle), (Metalsmith), (Upholster), (Vehicle Mechanic), (Welder) | Class 10 (Matriculation) pass from a recognised board, plus a two-year technical training certificate, or an ITI or diploma in the relevant trade. Recovery Vehicle Mechanic also needs a heavy motor vehicle licence; Upholster and Welder have their own trade certificates. | 18–23 |
| Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | Class 10 pass, plus two years’ ITI training or a diploma in Mechanic/Technology Electronic Mechanic | 18–23 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | Class 10 pass from a recognised board | 18–23 |
| Rifleman (Mason) | Class 10 pass; must qualify the trade test; a certificate of at least one year’s work experience in the trade | 18–23 |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | 10+2 pass or equivalent, plus a three-year diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognised polytechnic | 18–25 |
| Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician) | 10+2 pass, plus a diploma in Operation Theatre Technician (two years or more), and one year’s experience in a hospital of 50+ beds | 18–25 |
| Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | 10+2 pass, plus a two-year diploma in Physiotherapy, and one year’s experience in a hospital or centre of 50+ beds | 18–25 |
Selection process:
- Online application, with a printed copy or receipt for the rally.
- RFID-based PST/PET at Jorhat or Diphu, with initial document verification.
- Computer Based Test (CBT): 100 marks; minimum 35% for General/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC.
- Trade Skill Test (for Technical and Tradesman posts): skill test with a specific practical component, qualifying only, with no marks awarded.
- Document verification and Detailed Medical Examination, with a Review Medical Examination for those found unfit.
- Merit list and call for training. Final selection depends on merit and vacancies; qualifying every test does not guarantee selection.
How to apply:
- Apply online at assamrifles.gov.in using the “ONLINE APPLICATION” option. No other mode is accepted, and only one application per candidate.
- Fill in all details carefully, with a valid email ID and mobile number. Communication is by email and SMS only, and the mobile number must not be on DND.
- Pay the ₹100 fee online through the link in the form, or at an SBI counter (then upload the challan/receipt copy).
- Print the application form and fee receipt and carry them to the RFID PST/PET. Applications without them may be rejected.
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