Assam Rifles invites male candidates for its Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026 to fill 354 tentative Group C posts across 18 trades. Applications are accepted online at assamrifles.gov.in from 28-09-2026 to 28-10-2026. Age range is generally 18–23/25 years depending on trade, cut-off date 01-07-2026. Application fee is Rs.100 for General/OBC/EWS; SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen are exempt. Selection stages include RFID-based PST/PET, document verification, CBT, Trade Skill Test, medical exams and merit list. Rally (tentative) begins from 23-11-2026. Full details and notification available on the official website.
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Vacancy Details
- Warrant Officer (Cipher): 124 vacancies
Qualification: 10+2/Intermediate with Physics, Mathematics & English + NSQF Level 4+ course (min. 2 yrs) in ICT/Electronics Engg./Computer Science/Electrical Engg./Instrumental Technology from a recognized ITI, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics/ICT from a recognized University/Institution - Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal): 32 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Power Distribution/Electrician/Instrumental Technology/Instrument Mechanic/Technician Power Electronic System/Technician Electronic System Design and Repair - Rifleman (Lineman Field): 21 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Electronics/Electronics Mechanic/Electrical Engineering/Electrical Power Distribution/Electrician/Instrumental Technician/Technical Power Electronic System/Electronic System Design and Repair/Fibre to Home Technology/OFC Technology - Rifleman (Armourer): 29 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass with ITI certificate in Welding trade from a recognized institute - Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mechanic): 10 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10/Matric + min. 2/3-yr Diploma in Engineer Equipment Mechanic/Power Electric Systems/Mechanic Diesel - Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mechanic): 13 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/Matric + 2-yr ITI certificate in Recovery Vehicle Mechanic + valid Heavy Motor Vehicle/Transport Vehicle Driving Licence - Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle): 22 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Electrician/Electrical Engineering/Technical/Power Electronics/Communication System - Havildar (Instrument Mechanic): 6 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Instrument Mechanic/Electronic Mechanic/Technology - Rifleman (Metalsmith): 19 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Metalsmith/Metallurgy - Rifleman (Upholster): 3 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Upholster trade - Rifleman Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer): 16 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/Matric pass from a recognized Board - Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic): 23 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/Matric + min. 2 yrs Technical Training from ITI or 2/3-yr Diploma in Mechanic Motor Vehicle/Mechanic Diesel/Fitter/Mechanic Engineering Technical/Automobile Engineering/Technical - Rifleman (Welder): 2 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/Matric + 2-yr Technical Training from ITI or Diploma in Welder/Metallurgy - Warrant Officer (Draughtsman): 2 vacancies
Qualification: 10+2 pass or equivalent + 3-yr Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognized Polytechnic/Institution - Warrant Officer (Operation Theatre Technician): 1 vacancies
Qualification: 10+2 pass + Diploma in Operation Theatre Technician (min. 2 yrs) from a recognized Institute/Hospital + min. 1 year work experience as OT Technician from a min. 50-bed recognized Hospital - Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist): 2 vacancies
Qualification: 10+2 pass + Diploma in Physiotherapy (min. 2 yrs) from a recognized Institute/Hospital + min. 1 year work experience as Physiotherapist from a min. 50-bed recognized Hospital/Physiotherapy Centre - Rifleman (Mason): 29 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass from a recognized Board + must qualify trade test + an undertaking/self-certification of min. 1 year work experience in the trade
Qualification Requirements
Qualifications vary by trade. Many trades require Class 10/Matric plus minimum 2-year ITI training or a 2/3-year diploma in relevant technical trades (electrical, mechanical, welder, metalsmith, vehicle mechanic, etc.). Some warrant officer trades require 10+2/Intermediate with Physics, Mathematics & English plus NSQF Level 4+ course or a Bachelor’s degree in relevant electronics/ICT fields. Medical trades (Operation Theatre Technician, Physiotherapist) require 10+2 plus a minimum 2-year diploma and at least 1 year of relevant work experience. Mason requires 10th pass, a qualifying trade test and self-certification of minimum 1 year work experience.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Application Fees
- General/EWS/OBC: ₹100
- SC: ₹0
- ST: ₹0
- Ex-Servicemen: ₹0
Selection Process
- PST & PET: RFID-based Physical Standard Test (height, chest, weight) and Physical Efficiency Test (qualifying run) as per notified standards.
- Documentation Verification: Original documents, payment receipt/challan and printed application/notification copy are checked at the time of PST/PET reporting.
- Computer Based Test (CBT): 100-mark objective computer-based test. Minimum pass marks: 35% for General/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC. Shortlisted candidates proceed to Trade Skill Test.
- Trade Skill Test: Computer-based trade test and practical skill test; qualifying (pass/fail) only. Shortlisting for this is based on CBT merit, ~4 times vacancies.
- Medical Examination: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME) per uniform recruitment medical guidelines.
- Merit List & Training Call: Candidates who qualify all stages are placed on trade- and category-wise merit lists and issued instructions to join training; final selection depends on merit against vacancies.
How to Apply
- Visit assamrifles.gov.in and click on ‘ONLINE APPLICATION’.
- Fill in the requisite details in the online application form.
- Make online payment via the provided link or pay offline through SBI Bank Counters using the generated challan.
- Upload a copy of the payment receipt/challan online.
- Print the completed Online Application Form and a copy of the notification to carry to PST/PET reporting.
- Submit the application well before the closing date; only one application per candidate is accepted.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Memo/Notification Date:
- Online Application Server Starts:
- Last Date of Receipt of Applications:
- Recruitment Rally (Tentative) Starts:
- Cut-off Date for Age:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the basic eligibility/qualification requirements?
Qualifications vary by trade. Most trades require Class 10/Matric plus a 2-year ITI certificate or 2/3-year diploma in relevant trades; some warrant officer posts require 10+2 with specified subjects and NSQF Level 4+ course or a Bachelor’s degree in electronics/ICT; certain medical trades require a diploma plus one year of work experience.
How do I apply for the Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026?
Apply online at assamrifles.gov.in by clicking ‘ONLINE APPLICATION’, fill the form, pay the fee online or via SBI challan, upload the payment receipt, and print the completed form and notification to carry to PST/PET reporting.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date for receipt of online applications is 28-10-2026 (28 October 2026) up to 23:59 hrs. Applications received after the closing date/time will not be entertained.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection is sequential: RFID-based PST/PET, documentation verification, Computer Based Test (CBT), Trade Skill Test (qualifying), Detailed/Review Medical Examination, followed by trade- and category-wise merit lists with calls for training based on merit and vacancies.
What is the application fee and is pay scale/salary mentioned?
The application fee is Rs.100 for General/EWS/OBC candidates; SC/ST and Ex-Servicemen are exempt. Pay scale and allowances will be as per Assam Rifles personnel rules but the specific numeric pay matrix is not stated in this notification.
