SLPRB Assam Recruitment 2026 has officially announced a massive recruitment drive, offering a golden opportunity for job seekers in Assam to join the Police, Forest, Prison, and Fire & Emergency Services departments. With over 3,000 vacancies released across multiple notifications, candidates ranging from Class VIII pass to Graduates can apply for posts like Forester, Forest Guard, Constable, Jail Warder, and Grade IV staff. The online application window opens in late January, and the best part is that there is absolutely no application fee for any category. Read the full article below for accurate details on eligibility, physical requirements, and the direct link to apply.
SLPRB Assam Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
16-01-2026
Application Start Date
22-01-2026
Last Date For Registration
22-02-2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
Not Applicable (No Fee)
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified later
Exam/PET/PST Date
To be notified later
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
₹ 0 (Nil)
SC / ST / PH
₹ 0 (Nil)
Payment Mode
No payment required
Age Limit Details (As on 01-01-2026)
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
40 Years for Forest Guard, Game Watcher, Constable (Grade-III), Jail Warder, and Grade IV. 25 Years for Commando, AFPF Constable, Fireman, & Emergency Rescuer.
Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 5 Years OBC/MOBC: 3 Years Ex-Servicemen: 2 Years (for specific posts)
SLPRB Assam Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 3,900+ (Combined across 3 Notifications)
Department / Post Name
Total Posts
Advertisement No.
Forest Department
Forester Grade-I
211
SLPRB/REC/FG-I…/2025/134
Forest Guard
504
(Same as above)
Game Watcher
74
(Same as above)
AFPF Constable
405
(Same as above)
Assam Police & APRO
Constable (WO/WT)
642
(Same as above)
Constable (UB)
1
(Same as above)
Boatman
10
(Same as above)
Fire & Emergency Services
Fireman
337
(Same as above)
Emergency Rescuer
41
(Same as above)
Sub-Officer
1
(Same as above)
DGCD & CGHG
Constable (Grade-III)
733
(Same as above)
Bandman & Bugler
13
(Same as above)
Prison Department
Jail Warder
138
SLPRB/REC/JAIL WARDER…/2024/37
Grade IV Staff (Cook, Barber, etc.)
256
SLPRB/REC/Grade-IV/737/2025/91
SLPRB Assam Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Qualification & Eligibility
Forester Grade-I
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Forest Guard / Game Watcher
H.S. (10+2) passed from a recognized Board.
Constable (WO/WT) / Fireman
H.S. (Science) passed with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
Constable (Grade-III) / AFPF / Jail Warder
HSLC (Class 10th) passed or equivalent. (Home Guard/NCC ‘A’ certificate required for some Constable posts).
Grade IV Staff (Cook, Barber, etc.)
Minimum Class VIII passed (Maximum qualification Class XII). Trade proficiency/experience required.
Boatman
HSLC passed + Proficiency in Swimming.
Other Requirements
Must be an Indian Citizen, Permanent Resident of Assam, and registered with a local Employment Exchange. Must speak Assamese or a state language fluently.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Location
Details
Job Location
Anywhere in the state of Assam.
Domicile Requirement
Candidate must be a Permanent Resident of Assam.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Specifications
Photograph
Passport size, max 450 KB (JPEG/PNG).
Signature
Black or dark blue ink on white paper, max 100 KB.
Age Proof
HSLC Admit Card or Pass Certificate (Birth Certificate for Class VIII pass posts).
Education Certs
Mark sheets and Pass Certificates of qualifying exams (VIII / HSLC / HS / Degree).
Employment Exchange
Valid Registration Card Number.
Caste Certificate
Issued by Competent Authority of Assam (if applicable).
Other
Aadhaar Card, NCC Certificate, Home Guard Certificate (if applicable).
SLPRB Assam Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Subject Area
Topics Covered
General English
Grammar, Comprehension, Vocabulary.
Elementary Arithmetic
Basic Math (Class 9-10 level).
Reasoning
Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability.
General Knowledge
Assam’s History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and Current Affairs of India.
Science (For specific posts)
Physics, Chemistry, Math (for WO/WT and Fireman).
Exam Pattern
Exam Stage
Description
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Running: 3200m/1600m (Male), 1600m/800m (Female). Long Jump: 335cm (Male), 244cm (Female). Marks vary based on timing/distance.
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Measurement of Height and Chest (Qualifying nature).
Written Test
OMR-based. Usually 100 Questions. Forester I: 100 Marks. Constables/Forest Guard/Jail Warder: 50 Marks (0.5 marks per question).
Trade Test
For Grade IV posts (Cook, Barber, etc.) – 50 Marks (Practical).
Walking Test
Specific for Forester & Forest Guard (26km for Males, 16km for Females in 4 hours).
Selection Process
Stage
Details
1. PET & PST
Physical performance and measurement checks.
2. Written Exam
Written test for qualified candidates.
3. Trade/Skill Test
For technical or Grade IV posts (Driving/Cooking/Swimming).
4. Viva Voce / Oral
Interview component (Usually 5 marks).
5. Document Verification
Verification of original certificates.
6. Medical Exam
Final health check-up before appointment.
SLPRB Assam Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post Level
Pay Scale
Forester I / Jail Warder / Constable
Pay Band-2: ₹ 14,000 – ₹ 70,000 + Grade Pay (ranges from ₹ 5,600 to ₹ 6,400).
