Important Registration Dates & Rally Milestones

• Official Notification Release Date: 27 August 2026
• Online Application Portal Opens: 28 September 2026
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 28 October 2026
• Tentative Date for Physical Standard Test (PST) / PET: From 23 November 2026 onwards
• Rally Venues: Primarily centralized in Jorhat or Diphu, Assam (subject to allocation on admit cards).

1. Absolute Age Constraints & Relaxations

The crucial date for determining the age limit is 01 July 2026. Before proceeding, we highly advise candidates to verify their exact completed age as of the cutoff date with our Premium Exam Age Calculator.

• For Warrant Officer Posts: 18 to 25 Years.
• For Havildar & Rifleman Posts: 18 to 23 Years.
• Category-Specific Relaxations: SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year relaxation, while OBC candidates receive a 3-year relaxation. Ex-Servicemen are granted 3 years (UR), 6 years (OBC), and 8 years (SC/ST) after the deduction of their rendered military service from their actual age.

2. Core Academic & Technical Qualifications

Candidates must note that simple matriculation is not sufficient for most technical trades; specific ITI diplomas or experiential certificates are mandatory.

• Warrant Officer (Cipher) - 124 Posts: Requires 10+2 (Intermediate) with Physics, Mathematics, and English, along with an NSQF Level 4+ course certification in the relevant domain.
• Rifleman (Electrical Fitter Signal / Lineman Field / Armourer / Mason) - 94 Posts: Requires a 10th Standard pass from a recognized board coupled with a dedicated ITI certificate in the respective trade. For trades like Mason, candidates lacking an ITI must provide a 1-year experience self-certification along with a trade test qualification.
• Rifleman (Mechanic / Electrician Trades) - 68 Posts: Requires a 10th Standard pass accompanied by a 2 or 3-year Diploma, or a 2-year ITI in the relevant mechanical or electrical trade from a recognized institution. If your diploma uses a grading system, convert it using our CGPA/SGPA to Percentage Tool to accurately input your marks during registration.
• Medical/Paramedical (WO - OT Technician / Physiotherapist) - 03 Posts: Requires 10+2 pass along with a Diploma in the relevant field (minimum 2 years duration) and at least 1 year of clinical work experience in a 50-bed recognized hospital.

Stage-I: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

The rally begins with biometric verification followed by the PST. Candidates who fail to meet the exact physical measurements are immediately eliminated.

• PST (Male Candidates): Minimum height required is 170 cms for general candidates. The chest measurement must be 80 cms unexpanded with a minimum expansion of 5 cms (85 cms expanded). Specific relaxations apply for candidates from North-Eastern states, Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, and ST candidates (e.g., 162.5 cms height for ST).
• PET (Running): Candidates who clear the PST must undertake the physical efficiency test. Male candidates are required to complete a 5 Kilometer run within 24 minutes. The run is strictly monitored using RFID chips attached to the candidate's chest or shoes to ensure absolute transparency.

Stage-II & III: Trade Skill Test and Computer Based Test (CBT)

• Trade Skill Test: Candidates qualifying the PET will undergo a Trade Test specific to their applied discipline. This is a practical, hands-on assessment. For example, an Electrician will be asked to identify circuits and perform basic wiring, while a Cipher WO will be tested on data handling and typing speed. The trade test is qualifying in nature; marks are not added to the final merit list.
• Computer Based Test (CBT) Written Examination: Candidates who clear the Trade Test will sit for the 100-mark written objective exam. The syllabus encompasses General English, General Knowledge & Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. The minimum qualifying marks for General/EWS is 35%, and for SC/ST/OBC it is 33%.

Stage-IV & V: Detailed Medical Examination & Final Merit

Shortlisted candidates face the Detailed Medical Examination (DME) conducted by military medical officers. Vision standards, absence of knock knees, flat feet, varicose veins, and overall robust mental health are strictly evaluated. The final merit list is formulated entirely based on the marks secured in the written examination, mapped against the state-wise and trade-wise vacancy quotas.

The recruitment rally is an unforgiving environment where minor administrative errors lead to immediate expulsion. Ensure you avoid these specific pitfalls:

• Digital Upload Compliance: Both your photograph and signature must strictly adhere to the prescribed KB limits on the Assam Rifles portal. A blurred signature or a photograph with a busy background will result in your application being rejected. Before uploading, ensure your image meets the exact 20 KB to 50 KB limits using our Photo & Signature Resizer Tool.
• Missing Domicile/PRC Certificates: Since vacancies are state-specific, arriving at the rally without a digitized, valid Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) issued by the competent district authority (Tehsildar/SDM) is the most common reason for document rejection. A generic Aadhar card is not considered valid proof of domicile for quota purposes.
• Character Certificate Expiry: Candidates must produce a Character Certificate issued by the local Police Authority. This certificate MUST NOT be older than six months from the date of the rally. Arriving with an expired certificate will halt your recruitment process.

Q1: I belong to Maharashtra but there are no vacancies for my trade allocated to Maharashtra. Can I apply under the quota of another state?
A: No. You can only apply for the specific trades and categories that have been allotted to your domiciled State/UT as listed in the official notification. You cannot claim vacancies assigned to another state, as you must produce a valid domicile certificate of your home state during the rally.

Q2: Will the Assam Rifles provide accommodation and food during the recruitment rally?
A: No. The recruitment rally spans over 20 to 30 days encompassing the physical test, trade test, written exam, and medical evaluation. Candidates must make their own arrangements for lodging and boarding in Jorhat, Diphu, or the designated rally center at their own expense.

Q3: I have a minor tattoo on my forearm. Will I be rejected during the Detailed Medical Examination (DME)?
A: The military guidelines on tattoos are strict. Tattoos depicting religious symbols or names are generally permitted only on the inner face of the forearms (from inside of elbow to the wrist) or on the reverse side of the palm, provided the size is less than 1/4th of the particular body part. Large tattoos, offensive tattoos, or tattoos on other body parts will lead to medical rejection.

Q4: Is a driving license mandatory for the Rifleman (Mechanic) post?
A: While a driving license is not explicitly mandated as a core educational qualification for all mechanic trades, possessing a valid Light/Heavy Motor Vehicle license is highly advantageous and may be verified during the practical Trade Skill Test depending on the specific mechanical discipline.

Q5: Can I apply for multiple trades in the same recruitment cycle?
A: No. A candidate is permitted to apply for ONE post/trade only. If you submit multiple applications for different trades, all your applications will be summarily rejected, and your fee will be forfeited.

Q6: Does completing the ITI course via distance learning make me eligible?
A: No. Technical diplomas and ITI certificates must be acquired through regular, full-time courses recognized by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT). Distance learning certificates for technical trades are not accepted.