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Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Rally 2026: 354 Posts, Complete 100-Mark CBT Syllabus, PET/PST Standards & Trade Criteria
The Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong, has issued an open employment notice for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026. Operating on an All-India, All-Class basis with no state-level quotas, this recruitment offers 354 Group 'C' vacancies across 17 specialized engineering, signal, medical, and artisan trades for male Indian citizens. The selection begins with RFID-based physical trials at Jorhat and Diphu centres in Assam, followed by a 100-mark Computer-Based Test (CBT), trade skill tests, and medical examinations.
Pay Scales, Probation Period & Mandatory Training Cost Recovery
Covers Cipher, Draughtsman, OT Technician, and Physiotherapist trades with standard military allowances.
Appointed to the Instrument Mechanic trade, handling optical and electronic diagnostic hardware.
Encompasses signals, vehicle mechanics, armourers, electricians, welders, and artisans across operational battalions.
Probation Period: Enrolled personnel serve a two (02) year probation period upon joining.
Training Cost Refund Mandate: Any recruit who prematurely resigns or withdraws from training must refund the full cost of training OR pay three (03) months' salary and allowances back to the government.
Legal Jurisdiction: All disputes and proceedings fall strictly under the territorial jurisdiction of courts located where the physical selection rally takes place.
Trade-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy Allotment (Appendix-B)
| Sl. | Trade Designation | Initial Rank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warrant Officer (Cipher) | Warrant Officer | 19 | 09 | 33 | 12 | 51 | 124 |
| 2 | Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal) | Rifleman | 05 | 02 | 09 | 03 | 13 | 32 |
| 3 | Rifleman (Lineman Field) | Rifleman | 03 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 08 | 21 |
| 4 | Rifleman (Armourer) | Rifleman | 04 | 02 | 08 | 03 | 12 | 29 |
| 5 | Rifleman (Engineer Equipment Mech) | Rifleman | 02 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 04 | 10 |
| 6 | Rifleman (Recovery Vehicle Mech) | Rifleman | 02 | 01 | 04 | 01 | 05 | 13 |
| 7 | Rifleman (Electrician Motor Vehicle) | Rifleman | 03 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 09 | 22 |
| 8 | Havildar (Instrument Mechanic) | Havildar | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 06 |
| 9 | Rifleman (Metalsmith) | Rifleman | 03 | 01 | 05 | 02 | 08 | 19 |
| 10 | Rifleman (Upholster) | Rifleman | 01 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 03 |
| 11 | Rifleman Store Keeper Tech (EME) | Rifleman | 02 | 01 | 04 | 02 | 07 | 16 |
| 12 | Rifleman (Vehicle Mechanic) | Rifleman | 04 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 09 | 23 |
| 13 | Rifleman (Welder) | Rifleman | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 14 | Warrant Officer (Draughtsman) | Warrant Officer | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 15 | Warrant Officer (OT Technician) | Warrant Officer | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 16 | Warrant Officer (Physiotherapist) | Warrant Officer | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 17 | Rifleman (Mason) | Rifleman | 04 | 02 | 08 | 03 | 12 | 29 |
| Total Openings | 53 | 25 | 97 | 34 | 145 | 354 | ||
* ESM Quota: 10% vacancies are horizontally earmarked for Ex-Servicemen across the notified technical and tradesman trades. Unfilled ESM seats will be filled by regular non-ESM candidates of the respective categories.
Physical Standard Test (PST) Height & Chest Standards
| Category / Region of Candidates | Male Height | Chest (Normal) | Chest (Expanded) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC candidates across India (Standard) | 170 cm | 80 cm | 85 cm | Proportionate to height & age |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal, Meghalaya, HP, Kashmir, Leh & Ladakh | 165 cm | 78 cm | 83 cm | Proportionate to height & age |
| All Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates across India | 162.5 cm | 76 cm | 81 cm | Proportionate to height & age |
Physical Efficiency Test (RFID-Based PET Run)
Monitored using electronic RFID chips. Must qualify to advance to CBT.
Conducted with altitude-adjusted parameters for candidates domiciled in Ladakh.
CBT Examination Pattern & Section-Wise Syllabus
| Subject Section | Questions | Marks | Syllabus Scope & Core Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. English Language | 25 | 25 | Reading comprehension, grammar, parts of speech, vocabulary, spotting errors, sentence completion, synonyms, antonyms, and idioms. |
| 2. Reasoning Ability | 25 | 25 | Verbal and non-verbal reasoning, analogies, series, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense, syllogisms, and puzzles. |
| 3. Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | Number systems, percentages, ratios, averages, profit and loss, simple/compound interest, time and work, speed, distance, and basic algebra. |
| 4. General Awareness | 25 | 25 | Current affairs, Indian history, geography, Indian Constitution, defense awareness, basic science, culture, and sports achievements. |
| Total Composite Paper | 100 Qs | 100 Marks | Qualifying Score: 35% for Gen/EWS | 33% for SC/ST/OBC |
Candidates qualifying the CBT are shortlisted for the Trade Skill Test at approximately four times (1:4 ratio) the vacancies. The trade test consists of a computer-based component and practical hands-on assessments specific to the trade (e.g., weapon stripping for Armourer, masonry work for Mason, engine repair for Vehicle Mechanic). The skill test is purely qualifying in nature with no marks awarded. Final merit is decided strictly based on marks scored in the 100-mark CBT.
Document Verification (DV) Checklist (To Carry at Rally Site)
- Printed Application Form: Clear hard copy of the submitted online application form along with a copy of the official notification.
- Fee Payment Proof: Original SBI bank counter challan OR printed online transaction receipt (mandatory for official clearance).
- Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) / Domicile: Valid PRC issued by the competent district authority of the state/UT. The state declared in the application cannot be changed later.
- Proof of Date of Birth: Matriculation / 10th Class passing certificate or marksheet.
- Educational & Technical Certificates: Original marksheets and certificates of 10th, 10+2, ITI (with NSQF levels where applicable), or Engineering Diploma.
- Caste / Category Proof: Central format SC/ST certificate or OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate. EWS candidates must present an Income & Asset Certificate valid for FY 2025-26 based on FY 2024-25 income.
- Experience Undertakings / Driving Licenses: Valid HMV driving license for Recovery Vehicle Mechanics; 1-year hospital experience certificate for OT Tech / Physiotherapist; 1-year experience undertaking for Mason.
- NOC for Serving Personnel: Departmental candidates must bring an official No Objection Certificate issued by Col (Record), HQ DGAR.
- Identification Proof: Valid original Photo ID card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License) plus at least 8 recent colour passport-size photographs.
Final Advice for Aspirants
Aspirants should ensure their physical conditioning meets the 5 km in 24 minutes requirement before reporting to the rally centers at Jorhat or Diphu. Only a single online application is permitted per candidate. Complete your online registration and fee deposit on www.assamrifles.gov.in well before 28 October 2026.
Disclaimer: Information compiled directly from official Directorate General Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 Short Notice (Ref: Memo No. I.12016/A Branch (Rect Cell)/2026/1310). Candidates are advised to check assamrifles.gov.in regularly for RFID PST/PET reporting schedules and rally updates.
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Server Opening Date | 28 September 2026 (00:00 Hours) |
| Fee Last Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100/- SBI Current A/c No. 37088046712 |
| SC / ST | ₹— |
| Age Limit | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 to 23 Years (Born between 01.07.2003 and 01.07.2008) Years |
| Maximum Age | — Years |
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Total Openings | 384 | 10+2 Science (PCM) + 2-Year ITI (NSQF Level 4+) in IT/ICT/Electronics/CS/Electrical/Instrumentation OR B.Sc. in Electronics/ICT. |
| Total | 384 | — |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
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| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Apply online link acive on after full notification | Click Here ↗ |
| short notice | Click Here ↗ |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026?
Please check the official notification for the last date. Visit Bharat Job Find daily for updates.
Q2. What is the total vacancy in Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 2026?
Total 384 vacancies have been announced for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 2026. Check the vacancy details table above for post-wise breakdown.
Q3. What is the age limit for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026?
The age limit for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 is minimum 18 to 23 Years (Born between 01.07.2003 and 01.07.2008) years . Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per government rules.
Q4. What is the application fee for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026?
The application fee for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 is ₹100/- SBI Current A/c No. 37088046712 for General/OBC candidates and ₹0 for SC/ST candidates. Payment can be made online via debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Q5. How to apply online for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 2026?
To apply for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026: 1) Visit the official website using the Apply Online link above. 2) Register with your email and mobile number. 3) Fill the application form with correct details. 4) Upload your photo and signature. 5) Pay the application fee. 6) Submit and take a printout for reference.
Q6. What is the salary for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026?
The salary for Assam Rifles Technical & Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026 is Ranks Offered: Warrant Officer (Pay Level-5), Havildar (Pay Level-4), and Rifleman (Pay Level-3) under the 7th Central Pay Commission.. Pay Scales & Allowances: Standard Assam Rifles personnel pay scale plus Dearness Allowance (DA), Ration Money Allowance (RMA), Free Uniforms, High Altitude/Border Outpost Allowance, Medical Cover, and CSD canteen facilities.. Probation Period: Appointed personnel will serve a mandatory probation period of two (02) years.. Training Cost Recovery Clause: Enrolled candidates who withdraw from training or resign prematurely must refund the full cost of training OR three (03) months' pay and allowances.. This is as per the 7th Pay Commission norms along with DA, HRA and other allowances.