Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026: The Office of the Director General Assam Rifles, Shillong, has released an official notification for recruitment under the Compassionate Ground Appointment Scheme 2026. This recruitment is specially meant for dependent family members of Assam Rifles personnel who were killed in action, died in service, medically discharged, or missing while in service. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through offline mode before the last date. The Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Notification is released on 6 April 2026, and the offline applications are invited up to 11 May 2026.
This is a limited opportunity recruitment with 117 total vacancies across various trades, including GD, Clerk, Technician, and other posts. Candidates must carefully check eligibility and submit applications within the deadline.
Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Assam Rifles |
| Post Name | Various Posts under Compassionate Ground |
| Total Vacancies | 117 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Rally Location | Lokrha, Assam |
| Official Website | assamrifles.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 6 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 May 2026 |
| Recruitment Rally | July / August 2026 |
Age Limit and Vacancy Details
Age Limit: The age limit to apply for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 is 18-38 Years (may vary for some posts). The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.01.2026. The age relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Rifleman / Riflewoman GD | 95 |
| Warrant Officer Cipher | 06 |
| Havildar Clerk | 03 |
| Rifleman Electrical Fitter Signal (EFS) | 02 |
| Rifleman Lineman Field | 01 |
| Rifleman Armourer | 02 |
| Rifleman Recovery Vehicle Mechanic | 01 |
| Rifleman Electrician Mechanic Vehicle (EMV) | 01 |
| Rifleman Metalsmith | 01 |
| Rifleman Mason | 02 |
| Rifleman Store Keeper Technical | 01 |
| Rifleman Vehicle Mechanic (VM) | 01 |
| Rifleman Engineer Equipment Mechanic | 01 |
| Total | 117 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be dependent family members of Assam Rifles personnel who fall under one of the following categories:
- Killed in action
- Died while in service
- Discharged on medical grounds
- Missing while in service
Only one dependent family member from each eligible case can apply.
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Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through a recruitment rally, which may include:
- Physical Test
- Trade Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exact rally dates will be informed via registered email/post.
How to Apply for Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026
Candidates need to submit their applications in offline mode. The application form must be filled as per the prescribed format and sent along with self-attested documents.
Documents required include:
- Educational Certificates
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Trade Certificate / ITI / Diploma
- Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Driving License)
The envelope should be clearly marked with “APPLICATION FOR COMPASSIONATE GROUND APPOINTMENT”.
Postal Address to send the application form: Directorate General Assam Rifles (Recruitment Branch), Laitkor Shillong, Meghalaya – 793010
Important Links
| Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Notification | Notification |
| Assam Rifles Compassionate Ground Recruitment 2026 Application Form | Application Form |
| Assam Rifles Official Website | Assam Rifles |
