This one is a little different from the usual government job notifications. The Assam Rifles has announced 117 vacancies under its Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme — a recruitment specifically designed to support the families of Assam Rifles personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice or suffered serious hardship while serving the nation. If you’re an eligible dependent family member, here’s everything you need to know before the May 11, 2026 deadline.
Quick Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Office of the Director General, Assam Rifles |
| Recruitment Type | Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme |
| Total Vacancies | 117 Posts |
| Application Mode | Offline / Email |
| Last Date to Apply | 11th May 2026 |
| Recruitment Rally | Tentatively July – August 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 28 Years |
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Pay Range | ₹18,000 to over ₹70,000 |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
Who Can Apply? Special Eligibility Condition
Before anything else, it’s important to understand that this recruitment is not open to everyone. Only one dependent family member of an Assam Rifles personnel is eligible, and only if that personnel falls under one of these categories:
- Killed in action
- Died while in service
- Discharged on medical grounds
- Missing while in service
If your family member served Assam Rifles and falls under any of the above, you are eligible to apply under this compassionate scheme. It’s the government’s way of standing by the families of those who served the country.
Complete Vacancy Breakdown – 117 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Rifleman / Riflewoman (General Duty) | 95 |
| Warrant Officer (Cipher) | 6 |
| Havildar Clerk | 3 |
| Rifleman Mason | 2 |
| Rifleman Armourer | 2 |
| Rifleman Electrical Fitter Signal | 2 |
| Rifleman Lineman Field | 1 |
| Rifleman Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | 1 |
| Rifleman Electrician Mechanic Vehicle | 1 |
| Rifleman Metalsmith | 1 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical | 1 |
| Rifleman Vehicle Mechanic | 1 |
| Rifleman Engineer Equipment Mechanic | 1 |
The bulk of vacancies — 95 out of 117 — are for Rifleman/Riflewoman General Duty posts, which makes this the most accessible option for most applicants.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: 18 to 28 years as on January 1, 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules.
Educational Qualification: A minimum of Class 10th pass from any recognized board is required for general posts. For technical and trade posts like Electrical Fitter, Vehicle Mechanic, or Armourer, an ITI certificate, diploma, or relevant trade certificate is additionally required.
Salary – What You Can Expect
Salaries are based on the 7th Pay Commission. The monthly in-hand pay ranges from around ₹18,000 to over ₹70,000 depending on the post, rank, and location of posting. Basic pay for constable-level posts starts at ₹21,700, with additional benefits including Risk Allowance, Hardship Allowance, and Dearness Allowance (DA). For higher posts like Warrant Officer, the pay naturally scales up significantly.
Selection Process – Five Stages
Getting selected involves clearing five stages, and you need to qualify in all of them:
Stage 1 – Physical Standard Test (PST): Height and chest measurements are checked based on your category, region, and gender.
Stage 2 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET): A running test to assess fitness. Male candidates (except Ladakh region) need to cover 5 km in 24 minutes. Female candidates need to cover 1.6 km in 8 minutes 30 seconds.
Stage 3 – Written Examination: A 100-mark MCQ paper covering English Language, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness — 25 questions from each section. No negative marking.
Stage 4 – Trade / Skill Test: For technical posts, a practical test related to your trade.
Stage 5 – Medical Examination: A standard medical checkup to confirm you meet health requirements.
Physical Standards – Height & Chest
| Category | Gender | Height | Chest (Normal/Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (Most Posts) | Male | 170 cm | 80 / 85 cm |
| Garhwali, Kumaoni, Gorkha, Dogra, Maratha, NE/HP/JK | Male | 165 cm | 78 / 83 cm |
| ST Candidates | Male | 162.5 cm | 76 / 81 cm |
| General Female | Female | 157 cm | N/A |
| Northeast & GTA Darjeeling | Female | 152.5 cm | N/A |
| ST from Northeast & LWE Districts | Female | 147.5 cm | N/A |
Written Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
No negative marking — so attempting all questions is a smart strategy.
How to Apply – Step by Step
Unlike most government recruitments today, this one is completely offline. Here’s how to go about it:
Download the prescribed application form from assamrifles.gov.in. Fill it out carefully with correct details and self-attest all your documents before attaching them. Your envelope must clearly mention “Application for Compassionate Ground Appointment” on the front.
Send your application either by post or via email to:
Address: Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch), Laitkor, Shillong, Meghalaya – 793010
Email: rectbrdgar@gmail.com
Documents to attach: Educational certificates, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), ITI/diploma/trade certificate, valid photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Driving Licence), and passport-size photographs.
Make sure everything reaches before 11th May 2026.
Final Word
The Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme is more than just a job opportunity — it’s the government’s acknowledgment of the sacrifices made by paramilitary personnel and their families. If you or someone you know is an eligible dependent, this is a meaningful chance to secure a stable government career while honouring that legacy.
Don’t delay — the deadline is May 11, 2026, and the application process is offline, so postal delays are a real concern. Apply well in advance.
Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Kaam | Category | Status | Link / Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official Notification PDFApply karne se pehle zaroor padho | Notification | Available | Download ↗ |
| Official WebsiteSabhi updates ke liye | Official | Active | assamrifles.gov.in ↗ |
| Apply via EmailApplication email se bhejo | Email Apply | Active | Email ↗ |
| Postal AddressPost se bhejna ho toh yahan bhejo | Post Apply | Active | DG AR, Laitkor, Shillong – 793010 |
| Last Date to ApplyIske baad application accept nahi hogi | Deadline | 11 May 2026 | 11 May 2026 |
| Recruitment Rally DatePST / PET rally schedule | Rally | Tentative | July – Aug 2026 |
| Selection ProcessPST → PET → Written → Skill → Medical | Process | Confirmed | 5 Stage Selection |
| Salary Range7th Pay Commission – All ranks | Pay Info | Confirmed | ₹18,000 – ₹70,000+ |
| Age LimitAs on 01 January 2026 | Eligibility | Confirmed | 18 – 28 Years |
| Total VacanciesRifleman/woman: 95 | Others: 22 | Overview | Confirmed | 117 Posts |
| Qualification RequiredTechnical posts ke liye ITI bhi chahiye | Education | Confirmed | 10th Pass + ITI |
* Yeh recruitment sirf Assam Rifles personnel ke eligible dependent family members ke liye hai. Envelope par “Application for Compassionate Ground Appointment” likhna zaroori hai. Last date 11 May 2026 hai – postal delay se bachne ke liye aaj hi apply karo.
