Dear Students and Parents, A major career opportunity in the defense sector has been announced! The Directorate General Assam Rifles has released the official notification for the Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026, offering 354 Group C vacancies across various technical trades (such as Engineering, IT, Medical, and Mechanical fields). 📅 Important Dates at a Glance * Application Start Date: Already Active (Online server functional) * Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: 28 October 2026 (up to 23:50 hrs) * Tentative Rally Date: From 23 November 2026 onwards 🎯 Eligibility & Age Criteria * Nationality: Must be a citizen of India. * Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026): * 18 to 23 Years for most trades (e.g., Electrical Fitter, Lineman, Armourer, Vehicle Mechanic, Mason, etc.). * 18 to 25 Years for specialized/higher-qualification trades (Warrant Officer Cipher, Draughtsman, OT Technician, Physiotherapist). * Age Relaxations: As per government rules (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years). * Educational & Technical Qualifications: Varies by trade (Typically Class 10th/12th pass combined with ITI certificates, Diplomas, or specific Science degrees depending on the post). Note: Physically handicapped candidates are not eligible. 🔄 Step-by-Step Selection Process Selection is rigorous and transparent, moving through successive elimination stages: 1. Initial Documentation & Application Check: Verification of online forms and valid Domicile/PRC and Category certificates. 2. RFID-Based Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Held at designated centres in Assam (Jorhat/Diphu). * PET for Male Candidates: 5 km run to be completed within 24 minutes (relaxed timing for Ladakh region). 3. Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective exam (100 marks). Minimum passing marks are 35% for General/EWS and 33% for SC/ST/OBC. 4. Trade Skill Test: Practical and computer-based skill evaluation for technical trades (qualifying in nature). 5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Review Medical (RME): Final medical fitness evaluation. 📝 Application Fee & How to Apply * Application Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC candidates. No fee is required for SC, ST, and Ex-servicemen candidates. * Mode of Application: Online only via the official website *[www.assamrifles.gov.in](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.assamrifles.gov.in)**. * Fee Payment: Can be paid online or via SBI Bank Challan current account details provided in the notification. Keep payment receipts safe for the physical test reporting stage. For detailed trade-wise vacancies and specific qualification criteria, feel free to reach out or check the official portal. Best wishes for your career journey