Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for dependent family members of Assam Rifles personnel who died in service, were killed in action, discharged on medical grounds, or went missing. Eligible candidates from across the country can apply offline or via email for 117 total vacancies before the final deadline of 11 May 2026. The recruitment rally will be tentatively held in July/August 2026 at Lokhra, Assam. This article provides complete, factual, and correct information to help you understand the process quickly.
Overview
Feature
Details
Organization
Assam Rifles
Scheme
Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme 2026
Total Vacancies
117
Apply Mode
Offline / Email
Official Website
www.assamrifles.gov.in
Important Dates
Event
Date / Details
Notification Release Date
Available Now
Application Start Date
Already Started
Last Date For Registration
11 May 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
N/A
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified by post/email and on assamrifles.gov.in
Exam/Rally Date
Jul/ Aug 2026 (Tentative) at Lokhra (Assam)
Application Fee
Category
Amount
General / OBC / EWS
Nil (Exempted for Compassionate Appointments)
SC / ST / PH
Nil
Payment Mode
N/A
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
18 Years (Standard rules apply)
Maximum Age
Varies according to the post applied for
Age Reckoning Date
Cut-off date for calculation is 01 Jan 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Vacancies
Rifleman/Riflewoman General Duty (GD)
95
Warrant Officer Cipher
06
Havildar Clerk
03
Various Tradesmen (Armourer, Mason, EMV, etc.)
13
Total Posts
117
Eligibility Details
Requirement
Details
Compassionate Eligibility
Only one dependent family member of Assam Rifles personnel Killed in Action, Died in Service, Medically Discharged, or Missing.
Geographical Eligibility
Eligible candidates from across the country.
Educational Qualification
10th / 12th / ITI / Diploma strictly in accordance with Qualitative Requirements for specific trades.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Details
All Categories
Not strictly divided by caste; this drive is purely based on the Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
State
Details
All India Eligibility
Eligible candidates from across the country can apply. It is not restricted to one state.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Details
Educational Certificates
Self-attested copies of 10th, 12th, or Degree (as applicable).
Technical Certificates
Diploma/Technical/ITI certificate of the trade (as applicable).
Personal Documents
Domicile certificate, Caste certificate.
Identity Proof
One xerox copy of AADHAAR, PAN, Voter ID, or Driving License.
Syllabus Overview
Subject
Details
General Pattern
As per standard Assam Rifles norms for the respective trades (Technical/Clerical/GD).
Exam Pattern
Stage
Details
Rally Phase
Candidates will be called for a recruitment rally including Physical and Trade tests at Lokhra (Assam).
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Stage 1
Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Stage 2
Trade Test / Skill Test (if applicable)
Stage 3
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Salary Details
Component
Details
Pay Scale
Pay scale will be as admissible to Assam Rifles Personnel.
Allowances
Other allowances will be provided as admissible.
Job Security
Permanent Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) benefits.
How to Apply
Step
Action
Step 1
Visit the official website www.assamrifles.gov.in to verify notifications.
Step 2
Print the offline application form format.
Step 3
Attach self-attested copies of education, domicile, caste, and technical certificates.
Step 4
Attach one xerox copy of photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID).
Step 5
Write “APPLICATION FOR COMPASSIONATE GROUND APPOINTMENT” on top of the postal envelope.
