Assam Rifles Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for young athletes looking to serve in the armed forces. The Directorate General Assam Rifles has released the official advertisement inviting eligible male and female Indian citizens to fill 95 vacancies for the post of Rifleman / Riflewoman (General Duty). The application process is entirely online and begins on 10 January 2026. Candidates with a Matriculation certificate and valid sports achievements in disciplines like Football, Boxing, or Athletics can apply before the deadline on 09 February 2026. Read below for the complete breakdown of eligibility, physical standards, and how to apply.
Assam Rifles Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
18 December 2025
Application Start Date
10 January 2026
Last Date For Registration
09 February 2026
Recruitment Rally Dates
Tentatively Feb 2026 to May 2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified later
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC
₹ 100/-
SC / ST
₹ 0/- (Exempted)
Female Candidates
₹ 0/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode
Online via SBI Current Account (Challan/Receipt upload required)
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Age Calculation Date
As on 01 January 2026
General & OBC Age Limit
18 to 28 Years (Born between 01 Jan 1998 & 01 Jan 2008)
SC & ST Age Limit
18 to 33 Years (Born between 01 Jan 1993 & 01 Jan 2008)
Note on Relaxation
The upper age relaxation is already included in the ranges above as per the official notification.
Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized Board.
Sports Qualification
Players who have participated in: • International Competitions • National Competitions • Inter-University Tournaments • National Sports/Games for Schools • Khelo India University/Youth/Winter Games.
