Assam Forest Recruitment 2026: The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam has released a massive recruitment notification for 2026. This mega recruitment drive aims to fill various positions across the Forest Department, Fire & Emergency Services (F&ES), APRO, and Assam Police.
With over 2,872 vacancies including Forest Guard, Forester Grade-I, Game Watcher, and AFPF Constable, this is the biggest opportunity of the year for job seekers in Assam. In this article, we provide complete details on eligibility, age limits, physical standards, and the step-by-step application process.
Assam Forest & Police Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruitment Authority | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam |
| Notification Date | January 16, 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,872+ |
| Major Posts | Forester-I, Forest Guard, Fireman, Constable (APRO/AFPF) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | slprbassam.in |
Vacancy Breakdown 2026
The distribution of posts across various departments is as follows:
1. Forest Department Posts
- Forester Grade-I: 211 Posts
- Forest Guard: 504 Posts
- Game Watcher: 74 Posts
- AFPF Constable: 405 Posts
2. Fire & Emergency Services (F&ES)
- Fireman: 337 Posts
- Emergency Rescuer: 41 Posts
- Sub-Officer: 01 Post
3. APRO & Other Departments
- Constable (WO/WT) in APRO: 642 Posts
- Constable (Grade-III) DGCD & CGHG: 733 Posts
- Boatman (Assam Police): 10 Posts
- Bandman/Bugler: 13 Posts
Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
To apply for Assam Forest Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following residency and language requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Citizen of India and a Permanent Resident of Assam.
- Employment Exchange: Must be registered with a local Employment Exchange in Assam.
- Language: Must speak Assamese or any other State language fluently.
Age Limit (As of 01-01-2026)
- Forester-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher & Constable (Grade-III): 18 to 40 Years.
- AFPF Constable, Fireman, Emergency Rescuer & Boatman: 18 to 25 Years.
- Sub-Officer: 20 to 24 Years.
(Age relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, and 3 years for trained Home Guards).
Educational Qualifications
- Forester Grade-I: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.
- Sub-Officer / Constable (WO/WT): H.S. (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
- Forest Guard / Game Watcher / Fireman / AFPF Constable: HSLC (Class 10th) or equivalent.
- Boatman: HSLC pass + Proficiency in Swimming.
Physical Standards (PST)
Candidates must meet the following minimum height requirements:
| Category | Male Height | Female Height |
| Gen/OBC/MOBC/SC | 163 cm (Forest) / 162.5 cm (Police) | 150 cm (Forest) / 154 cm (Police) |
| ST(P) / ST(H) | 153 cm (Forest) / 160 cm (Police) | 145 cm (Forest) / 152 cm (Police) |
- Chest (Male Only): Minimum 79-80 cm with a 5 cm expansion.
Selection Process
The recruitment involves multiple phases designed to test physical and mental aptitude:
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 40 Marks (Race and Long Jump).
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Height and Chest measurement (No marks, qualifying only).
- Written Test: 50 to 100 Marks (Depending on the post).
- Walking Test: Only for Forester-I and Forest Guard (26 km for males/16 km for females in 4 hours).
- Oral/Viva Voce: 5 Marks.
- NCC Weightage: Up to 5 Marks.
How to Apply Online for Assam Forest Recruitment 2026
The application portal opens on January 22, 2026. There is No Application Fee.
- Visit the official SLPRB portal: www.slprbassam.in.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Log in with your Application ID and Date of Birth.
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, HSLC Admit, Degree/H.S. Marksheets, Caste Certificate, and Employment Exchange card).
- Select your post preferences carefully.
- Submit the application and download the Acknowledgement Slip.
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Online Application: 22-01-2026
- Closing Date for Online Application: 22-02-2026
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