Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026ย โ Theย Office of the Director General Assam Rifles, Shillong โ 793 010ย has officially released the advertisement for recruitment through theย Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme in Assam Rifles 2026. This recruitment drive is exclusively meant forย eligible dependent family members of Assam Rifles Personnel who were killed in Action, Died While in Service, discharged from Service on Medical Grounds, or are Missing While in Service. Applications are invitedย offline / through emailย from eligible candidates across the country. Theย last date for receipt of applications is 11 May 2026. The recruitment rally will tentatively be held inย July / August 2026 at Lokhra, Assam.
Details for Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026:
| Organisation | Office of the Director General Assam Rifles, Shillong โ 793 010 |
| Scheme Name | Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme โ Assam Rifles 2026 |
| Post Names | Rifleman/Riflewoman GD | WO Cipher | Havildar Clerk | Rfn EFS | Rfn Lineman Field | Rfn Armourer | Rfn Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | Rfn EMV | Rfn Metalsmith | Rfn Mason | Rfn SKT (EME) | Rfn VM | Rfn Engineer Equipment Mechanic |
| Total Vacancies | 117 Posts |
| Pay Scale | As admissible to Assam Rifles Personnel (Pay scale & other allowances as per Assam Rifles rules) |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 (minimum and maximum age calculated as on this date) |
| Application Mode | Offline (by post) OR through Email to rectbrdgar@gmail.com |
| Last Date for Applications | 11 May 2026 โ Applications received after this date will NOT be entertained |
| Recruitment Rally | Tentatively July / August 2026 at Lokhra, Assam โ Firm date communicated by registered post & assamrifles.gov.in |
| Application Envelope | Envelope must be superscribed: โAPPLICATION FOR COMPASSIONATE GROUND APPOINTMENTโ |
| Address for Applications | Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch), Laitkor, Shillong, Meghalaya โ 793010 |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
Vacancy Details:
A total of 117 vacancies are announced across 13 post categories. Note the gender eligibility for each post carefully:
| Name of Post | Gender Eligibility | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Rifleman / Riflewoman โ General Duty (GD) | Male and Female Both | 95 |
| Warrant Officer Cipher | Male candidates only | 06 |
| Havildar Clerk | Male and Female Both | 03 |
| Rifleman โ Electrical Fitter Signal (EFS) | Male candidates only | 02 |
| Rifleman โ Lineman (Lmn) Field | Male candidates only | 01 |
| Rifleman โ Armourer | Male candidates only | 02 |
| Rifleman โ Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | Male candidates only | 01 |
| Rifleman โ Electrician Mechanic Vehicle (EMV) | Male candidates only | 01 |
| Rifleman โ Metalsmith | Male candidates only | 01 |
| Rifleman โ Mason | Male candidates only | 02 |
| Rifleman โ Store Keeper Technical (Electrical Mechanical Engineer / EME) | Male candidates only | 01 |
| Rifleman โ Vehicle Mechanic (VM) | Male candidates only | 01 |
| Rifleman โ Engineer Equipment Mechanic | Male candidates only | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Who is Eligible | Onlyย ONE eligible dependent family memberย of an Assam Rifles Personnel who was/is: Killed in Action (KIA), Died While in Service, Discharged from Service on Medical Grounds, Missing While in Service |
| Age Cut-off Date | Minimum and maximum age limit calculated as on 01 January 2026 |
| Educational / Technical Qualification | As per the Qualitative Requirements (QR) for each post/trade. Relevant educational certificates, diploma/technical/ITI certificates of the respective trade must be submitted as applicable. Candidates must refer to the detailed advertisement on assamrifles.gov.in for post-wise QR. |
| Nationality | Indian Citizens from across the country are eligible |
| Gender Eligibility | Rifleman/Riflewoman GD and Havildar Clerk: Both Male and Female eligible. All other posts: Male candidates only. |
| One Dependent Rule | Only ONE dependent family member per eligible Assam Rifles personnel is entitled to apply for Compassionate Ground Appointment |
Documents Required:
Candidates must submit self-attested photocopies of the following documents along with the filled application form:
| Document | Applicable To |
|---|---|
| Filled Application Formย as per the prescribed proforma from Assam Rifles | All candidates โ Mandatory |
| Educational Certificates (as per Qualitative Requirements for the post applied) | All candidates โ Mandatory |
| Domicile Certificate | All candidates โ Mandatory |
| Caste Certificate (if applicable) from Competent Authority | SC/ST/OBC candidates |
| Diploma / Technical / ITI Certificate in the relevant trade | Technical trade post applicants (EFS, VM, EMV, Armourer, Mason etc.) โ Mandatory |
| Photo Identity Proof โ Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Driving Licence (one xerox copy) | All candidates โ Mandatory |
| KIA / Death in Service / Medical Discharge / Missing in Service certificate of the Assam Rifles Personnel (father/spouse/parent) | All candidates โ Mandatory (Compassionate eligibility proof) |
| Relationship proofย with the deceased/discharged/missing Assam Rifles Personnel (Birth certificate/marriage certificate as applicable) | All candidates โ Mandatory |
How to Apply โ Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Appointment 2026 โ Step by Step
Applications can be submitted offline (by post) or through email. There is no online application portal for this recruitment:
- Visit the official Assam Rifles website:ย assamrifles.gov.inย to download the official advertisement and the prescribedย Application Format
- Fill the application form as per the prescribed format carefully and accurately
- Attachย self-attested copiesย of the following documents along with the application:
- Educational certificatesย (as per Qualitative Requirements for the post)
- Domicile certificate
- Caste certificateย (if applicable)
- Diploma / Technical / ITI certificateย of the trade (as applicable for technical posts)
- One xerox copy of Photo IDย โ Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Driving Licence
- Relevant documents establishing the relationship with the deceased/discharged Assam Rifles personnel (KIA/Died/Discharged/Missing service certificate)
- Writeย โAPPLICATION FOR COMPASSIONATE GROUND APPOINTMENTโย on top of the postal envelope (mandatory)
- Option A โ By Post:ย Send the complete application packet to: Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch)
Laitkor, Shillong
Meghalaya โ 793010 - Option B โ By Email:ย Send scanned copies of the complete application and all documents to:ย rectbrdgar@gmail.com
- Ensure the application reaches the above address/emailย on or before 11 May 2026. Applications received after this date will not be entertained
- After submission,ย check assamrifles.gov.in regularlyย for updates on shortlisting and rally date communication
Important Dates:
| Event | Date / Period |
|---|---|
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 11 May 2026 |
| Recruitment Rally (Tentative) | July / August 2026 |
| Rally Reporting Date Intimation | Before the rally date |
Important Links:
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs:
Q1. Who is eligible to apply for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Appointment 2026?
A. Onlyย one eligible dependent family memberย of an Assam Rifles personnel who wasย Killed in Action (KIA), Died While in Service, Discharged from Service on Medical Grounds, or is Missing While in Serviceย is eligible to apply. General candidates are NOT eligible. This scheme is specifically designed to provide employment support to the families of Assam Rifles personnel who have sacrificed or suffered in the line of duty.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Appointment 2026?
A. The last date for receipt of applications isย 11 May 2026. Applications received after this date will not be entertained under any circumstances. Ensure your application reaches the Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch), Laitkor, Shillong, Meghalaya โ 793010 or is emailed toย rectbrdgar@gmail.comย before the deadline.
Q3. How many total vacancies are there in Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Appointment 2026?
A. A total ofย 117 vacanciesย are announced across 13 post categories โ Rifleman/Riflewoman GD (95), Warrant Officer Cipher (6), Havildar Clerk (3), Rifleman EFS (2), Rifleman Armourer (2), Rifleman Mason (2), and one each for Rifleman Lineman, Rfn Recovery Vehicle Mechanic, Rfn EMV, Rfn Metalsmith, Rfn SKT (EME), Rfn VM, and Rfn Engineer Equipment Mechanic. Note: Vacancies are tentative and subject to change.
Q4. What is the application mode for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Appointment 2026?
A. Applications must be submittedย offline (by post)ย orย through email. There is no online application portal. Submit the filled application form with self-attested documents to the Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch), Laitkor, Shillong, Meghalaya โ 793010, or email toย rectbrdgar@gmail.com.
Q5. What is the age cut-off date for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Appointment 2026?
A. The cut-off date for reckoning the minimum and maximum age limit isย 01 January 2026. Candidates must ensure they meet the age requirements for their applied post as of this date. Detailed age limits for each post are available in the full official advertisement onย assamrifles.gov.in.