Assam Rifles AR Technical and Tradesman Group C Recruitment Rally 2026
Office of the Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong
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- Short Notice Released Date : 27-08-2026
- Online Application Start Date : 28-09-2026
- Last Date to Apply Online : 28-10-2026 (up to 23:59 hrs)
- Recruitment Rally Start Date : 23-11-2026 Onwards (Tentative)
- General / OBC / EWS : ₹100
- SC / ST : Nil (Exempted)
- Ex-Servicemen : Nil (Exempted)
- Payment Mode : Online Payment / SBI Challan Mode
Candidates must meet the prescribed age limits calculated as on 1 July 2026:
- Warrant Officer Posts: 18 to 25 Years
- Rifleman and Havildar Posts: 18 to 23 Years
Upper age relaxation is provided as follows: OBC - 3 Years, SC/ST - 5 Years, Ex-Servicemen (UR) - 3 Years (after military service deduction), Ex-Servicemen (OBC) - 6 Years, Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) - 8 Years.
The Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 presents a prestige-filled opportunity for defence job aspirants across India to serve in prestigious Group C vacancies. Candidates selected for these 354 vacancies will be appointed to various technical and tradesman roles under the Central Government pay structure. With comprehensive benefits, job security, and career progression, candidates possessing 10th, 12th, ITI, or relevant diplomas should submit their online applications early before the deadline.
A total of 354 Group C vacancies are distributed across various trades and categories on an All-India basis as follows:
| Post / Trade Name | 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 (OT 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 Vacancies | 53 | 25 | 97 | 34 | 145 | 354 |
| Post / Trade Name | Educational Qualification Requirements |
|---|---|
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 10+2 in Science stream with relevant subjects along with a 2-year ITI certificate or a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics/ICT. |
| Warrant Officer (Draughtsman / OT Technician / Physiotherapist) | 10+2 with relevant Diploma/Degree in the respective field from a recognized institution and practical experience where required. |
| Rifleman Technical Trades (Armourer, Mechanic, Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Metalsmith, etc.) | Class 10th (Matriculation) pass from a recognized board along with the prescribed ITI certificate or relevant engineering technical qualification. |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (EME) | Matriculation / Class 10th pass from a recognized Board. |
| Rifleman (Mason) | Class 10th pass along with prescribed trade qualification and relevant practical experience. |
Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully complete your online application form for Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026:
- Visit the official portal of Assam Rifles at assamrifles.gov.in.
- Navigate to the 'Online Application' recruitment link for the Technical and Tradesman Rally 2026.
- Select your trade/post and complete the basic registration details accurately.
- Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, domicile information, and address.
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature, Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC)/Domicile, category certificate, and educational marksheets.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 (if applicable) through online banking or SBI Challan.
- Verify all details carefully before clicking on final submission, then print and download the application confirmation receipt.
The recruitment process for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026 involves multiple filtering stages. Candidates must pass each stage to move forward:
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest expansion, and weight as per prescribed norms.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Male candidates (except Ladakh region) must complete a 5-kilometre run within 24 minutes.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): A written / CBT examination carrying 100 marks assessing general awareness, trade technical knowledge, arithmetic, and reasoning.
- Trade Skill Test: Practical skill test conducted for shortlisted candidates to evaluate practical competence in the chosen trade (Qualifying in nature).
- Document Verification & Medical Exam: Detailed verification of original documents followed by Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME) if required.
Selected candidates will be placed in the Central Government Pay Scale structure corresponding to Group C Technical and Tradesman posts. Pay levels vary across Warrant Officer, Havildar, and Rifleman ranks. In addition to basic pay, personnel receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or free accommodation, Ration Money Allowance, Risk and Hardship allowances, medical cover, and other standard perks under Assam Rifles rules.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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