The Government of Assam has released a massive recruitment notification for multiple uniformed and technical posts across various departments, offering a golden opportunity for job aspirants seeking stable government employment in 2026. This large-scale recruitment drive covers posts in the Forest Department, Assam Police, Fire & Emergency Services, APRO, and DGCD & CGHG. The recruitment includes positions such as Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, AFPF Constable, various categories of Constables, Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Boatman, Bandman, Bugler, and Sub-Officer.
A total of more than 2,600 vacancies are available under this recruitment process, making it one of the biggest government job notifications in Assam for the year 2026. Candidates from different educational backgrounds—HSLC pass, 10+2 pass, science stream candidates, and graduates—can apply depending on the post. The recruitment process will involve multiple stages such as physical tests, written examinations, medical examinations, and skill-based tests, ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection.
Important Dates
Candidates must carefully note the timeline of the recruitment process to avoid missing any important deadlines.
- Starting date for online application submission: 22 January 2026
- Last date for online application submission: 22 February 2026
- Application correction/edit window: Available for 5 days after the closing date (one-time edit only, subject to approval)
- Cut-off date for age calculation: 01 January 2026
Applicants are advised to complete the application process well before the last date to avoid technical issues.
Application Fees
Good news for aspirants—there is no application fee for any category.
- General Category: ₹0
- OBC/MOBC: ₹0
- SC/ST: ₹0
- Ex-Servicemen: ₹0
- Female Candidates: ₹0
This fee-free application process ensures equal opportunity for candidates from all economic backgrounds.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive includes vacancies across multiple departments and posts. The number of vacancies mentioned is tentative and subject to government approval.
Forest Department Vacancies
- Forester Grade-I: 211 posts
- Forest Guard: 504 posts
- Game Watcher: 74 posts
- AFPF Constable: 405 posts
Assam Police & APRO Vacancies
- Constable (WO/WT): 642 posts
- Constable (UB) in APRO: 1 post
- Boatman: 10 posts
Fire & Emergency Services Vacancies
- Sub-Officer: 1 post
- Fireman: 337 posts
- Emergency Rescuer: 41 posts
DGCD & CGHG Vacancies
- Constable (Grade-III): 733 posts
- Bandman (Constable): 11 posts
- Bugler: 2 posts
The vacancies are distributed among various categories including Unreserved, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST (P), ST (H), Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities, and Ex-Servicemen, as per government reservation rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the general eligibility conditions laid down by the recruiting authority before applying.
Nationality and Domicile
- Applicant must be a Citizen of India
- Applicant must be a Permanent Resident of Assam
Employment Exchange Registration
- Registration with a local Employment Exchange in Assam is mandatory
Language Requirement
- Candidates must be able to speak Assamese or any other recognized state language fluently
Age Limit
Age limits vary depending on the post. The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Post-wise Age Criteria
- Sub-Officer: 20 to 24 years
- Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler: 18 to 40 years
- AFPF Constable, Constable (WO/WT), Constable (UB), Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Boatman: 18 to 25 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST (P)/ST (H): 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 2 years (for specified posts)
- Trained Home Guards (APRO posts): 3 years
No other age-related documents except HSLC certificates will be accepted.
Educational Qualification
Educational requirements differ according to the post applied for.
- Forester Grade-I: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
- Sub-Officer & Constable (WO/WT): Higher Secondary (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- Fireman & Emergency Rescuer: Higher Secondary (Science)
- Forest Guard, Game Watcher & Constable (UB): Higher Secondary (10+2)
- AFPF Constable, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler: HSLC or equivalent
Additional Mandatory Qualifications
- Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler: Home Guard Certificate or NCC ‘A’ Certificate
- Bandman: Proficiency in musical instruments such as bagpipes or drums
- Bugler: Proficiency in playing bugle
- Boatman: HSLC pass with swimming proficiency (additional skills preferred)
Physical and Medical Standards
Candidates must meet prescribed physical standards including height, chest measurements, and overall fitness.
- Separate standards apply for male and female candidates
- Special relaxations are available for ST categories
- Medical fitness includes normal eyesight, absence of major diseases, and overall physical soundness
Candidates failing to meet physical or medical standards will be disqualified at any stage.
Salary Scale (Monthly Pay)
All salary figures are mentioned in numerical form, excluding pay level terminology.
- Forester Grade-I / Forest Guard / AFPF Constable / Constable (Grade-III): ₹14,000 – ₹70,000
- Constable (WO/WT): ₹14,000 – ₹70,000
- Fireman / Emergency Rescuer: ₹14,000 – ₹70,000
- Boatman: ₹12,000 – ₹52,000
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will receive allowances as per government rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process is conducted in multiple phases to ensure fair and transparent selection.
Stages of Selection
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Written Examination
- Walking Test (for forest-related posts)
- Trade Proficiency Test (Bandman & Bugler)
- Swimming and Boating Test (Boatman)
- Oral / Viva Voce
Candidates must qualify at each stage to proceed further. Failure at any stage will result in elimination.
How to Apply
The application process is completely online and must be completed carefully.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Register on the official application portal using valid personal details
- Generate and save the unique Application ID
- Log in using Application ID and date of birth
- Select the relevant post and fill in personal and academic details
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature
- Submit the application and download the acknowledgment slip
Applicants must ensure that all information entered is accurate, as changes after final submission are not permitted.
