A short notice for the Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 has been issued for 117 vacancies.
Candidates are advised to carefully check eligibility criteria, post-wise vacancy, and application process before applying.
📢 Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Directorate General Assam Rifles has released a short notification for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 with a total of 117 vacancies across multiple trades. Pasted text
This recruitment is conducted under the Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme, providing opportunities to eligible candidates, especially dependents of Assam Rifles personnel.
The selection process includes physical tests, written examination, skill test, and medical examination, ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process.
📊 Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Overview Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization | Assam Rifles |
| Job Type | Central Govt Job |
| Name of Post | GD, Clerk, Technical Trades |
| Total Vacancy | 117 Posts |
| Qualification (in Short) | 10th / ITI / Diploma |
| Job Location | India |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 11 May 2026 |
Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Vacancy 2026
The vacancy details have been released under Compassionate Ground Appointment Recruitment Rally 2026. A total of 117 vacancies have been announced for both technical and non-technical posts. Candidates must check the post-wise vacancy distribution, gender eligibility, and number of seats available in this recruitment.
| Name of Posts | Gender Eligibility | Vacancies |
| Rifleman/Riflewoman General Duty (GD) | Male & Female | 95 |
| Warrant Officer Cipher | Male only | 6 |
| Havildar Clerk | Male & Female | 3 |
| Rifleman Electrical Fitter Signal (EFS) | Male only | 2 |
| Rifleman Lineman (Lmn) Field | 1 | |
| Rifleman Armourer | 2 | |
| Rifleman Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | 1 | |
| Rifleman Electrician Mechanic Vehicle (EMV) | 1 | |
| Rifleman Metalsmith | 1 | |
| Rifleman Mason | 2 | |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer) | 1 | |
| Rifleman Vehicle Mechanic (VM) | 1 | |
| Rifleman Engineer Equipment Mechanic | 1 | |
| Total | 117 | |
- Application Last Date: 11 May 2026
- Recruitment Rally: Scheduled for July – August 2026
- Rally Venue: Lokhra, Guwahati, Assam
🔹 Major Post Categories:
🔹 Technical & Tradesman Posts:
Includes: Electrical Fitter Signal, Lineman, Armourer, Vehicle Mechanic, Mason, Store Keeper Technical, and Engineer Equipment Mechanic.
- General Duty (GD): Candidates must be 10th Class Pass.
- Clerk Posts: 10th Pass with mandatory Computer Knowledge.
- Technical Posts: 10th Pass with ITI or Diploma in the relevant trade.
Age Limit: 18 to 28 Years (As on 01 Jan 2026).
Only one dependent from the family of Assam Rifles personnel is eligible if the personnel:
- Died while in service.
- Went missing while in service.
- Were medically discharged from service.
Follow these steps to submit your application through the proper channel:
- Download the official offline application form.
- Fill in all personal, academic, and relation details correctly.
- Attach self-attested copies of 10th certificates, ITI/Diploma (if any), ID proof, and Relation proof.
You can submit via:
OR
Postal Address:
Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch),
Laitkor, Shillong, Meghalaya – 793010
The recruitment process for the 2026 rally consists of four critical stages:
Height: 170 cm (Male) | Chest: 80 cm (Expanded: 85 cm)
👉 Relaxation applicable for ST and Hill region candidates as per rules.
Male: 5 km Run within 24 minutes
Female: 1.6 km Run within 8.5 minutes
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Basic Pay: ₹21,700/- (Pay Level-3)
Estimated In-hand Salary: ₹28,000 – ₹70,000+ (Based on rank and posting location)
✔ Additional Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- High Altitude / Risk Allowance
- Hardship Allowance & Medical Facilities
Candidates applying under the Compassionate Ground Appointment must submit their duly filled application form along with all supporting documents to the official headquarters.
📌 Submission Instructions:
Please send your complete application folder via Speed Post or Registered Post to the following official mailing address:
(Recruitment Branch), Laitkor
Shillong, Meghalaya – 793010
Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Application Form | Application Form |
| Assam Rifles Official Website | Assam Rifles |
Candidates who have successfully applied for the recruitment will be called for the Physical Test. This mandatory evaluation consists of two parts:
- PST (Physical Standard Test): Evaluation based on height and chest measurements.
- PET (Physical Efficiency Test): Endurance check through a timed running event.
📏 Assam Rifles Physical Standard Test 2026
FOR MALE CANDIDATES ONLY| Names of Posts | Normal Height (cm) | Min Height (cm) | Normal Chest (cm) | Expanded Chest (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Tradesman & Most Posts | 170 | – | 80 | 85 |
| Hills (Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, NE/Assam/HP/JK divisions) | 165 | – | 78 | 83 |
| ST Candidates | 162.5 | – | 76 | 81 |
| Havildar Clerk / Warrant Officer | 165 | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
| Havildar Clerk / Warrant Officer (ST) | 162.5 | – | 76 | 81 |
| Name of Posts / Categories | Normal Height (cm) |
|---|---|
| General Tradeswoman / Female Safai | 157 |
| Candidates from Northeast & GTA (Darjeeling) | 152.5 |
| ST Candidates from Northeast & LWE Districts | 147.5 |
🏃 Assam Rifles Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 2026
The following table outlines the running requirements for all candidates based on region and gender:
| Name of Region | Gender | Total Distance | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| All India (Except Ladakh) | Male candidates | 5 km | 24 Minutes |
| Ladakh Region | Male candidates | 1.6 km | 6 Mins 30 Secs |
| All India (Except Ladakh) | Female candidates | 1.6 km | 8 Mins 30 Secs |
| Ladakh Region | Female candidates | 800 Meters | 4 Minutes |
👉 Pro Tip: Start practicing your endurance runs early at the specified timings to ensure success on the rally day!
Assam Rifles will conduct an offline written examination in an objective-type format. The test is designed to evaluate the candidate’s general aptitude and language skills.
| Name of Subjects | Total Questions | Total Marks | Total Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 2 Hours (120 Mins) |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 | 25 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| GRAND TOTAL | 100 | 100 | – |
Candidates selected through this recruitment will receive a competitive monthly salary as per the 7th Pay Commission. The pay scale varies based on technical and non-technical roles.
🛡️ Additional Allowances
In addition to the stable monthly salary, personnel are eligible for various central government benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- High Altitude / Hardship Allowance
- Risk Allowance & Medical Facilities
- Ration Money & Free Uniform
- Other service-related perks as per Assam Rifles rules
