| Post Name | Grade-III & Grade-IV |
| Vacancies | To be notified |
| Organization | State Level Recruitment Commission |
| Qualification | Class VIII, HSLC, HSSLC, Degree |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Apply Fee | To be notified |
| Start Date | To be notified |
| Last Date | To be notified |
ADRE 2026
The Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) is one of the major recruitment processes organized by the Government of Assam. The first edition of ADRE was introduced in 2022. The State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC) oversees the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE), which was set up under the Assam Direct Recruitment for Class-III and Class-IV Analogous Posts Rules 2022.
As of now, two editions of ADRE have been completed, and the candidates are anticipating the third edition of ADRE, which is likely to be held in 2026. As per several statements from the chief minister of Assam, the official notification for the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE 3.0) is likely to be published in November 2025.
ADRE 3.0 Details
Post Name: Grade-III and Grade-IV
Total Posts: To be notified
Organization: State Level Recruitment Commission
Pay Scale: As per the Assam Services (Revision of Pay) Rules, 2017, and subsequent amendments.
Employment Exchange: Candidates must have a valid employment exchange registration number of Assam.
Permanent Resident: Candidates must be permanent residents of Assam and citizens of India.
ADRE Educational Qualification
As the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) is being conducted by combining all vacancies of the various departments of the Government of Assam, the educational qualification varies based on the post types. The category-wise educational qualification details are given below.
Grade-III Vacancies
In ADRE, there are three types of vacancies under the Grade-III categories, whose educational qualification details are given below.
Bachelor’s Degree: In Bachelor’s Degree, there are a total of four types of education qualification-wise vacancies, whose details are as shown in the following table:
| Bachelor Degree |
|---|
| The candidates who have a Bachelor’s Degree. |
| The candidates who have a Bachelor’s Degree with a Computer Certificate/ Diploma of a minimum 6 months duration from a recognized institute. |
| The candidates who have a Bachelor’s Degree with a Computer Certificate/ Diploma of minimum 6 months duration and a Stenography Certificate from a recognized institute. |
| The candidates who have a Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science with a Computer Certificate/ Diploma of a minimum 6 months duration from a recognized institute. |
HSSLC (Class XII): In HSSLC, there are a total of two types of education qualification-wise vacancies, whose details are as shown in the following table:
| HSSLC (Class XII) |
|---|
| The candidates who have passed the HSSLC or equivalent examination. |
| The candidates who have passed the HSSLC (Science) examination. |
HSLC (Class X): In HSLC, the candidates who have passed HSLC or equivalent examination with a valid LMV Driving Licence are eligible for the driver vacancies.
Grade-IV Vacancies
In ADRE, there are three types of vacancies under the Grade-IV categories, whose educational qualification details are given below.
Class VIII: The candidates who have read up to Class VIII are eligible for these vacancies.
HSLC (Class X): The candidates who have passed HSLC (Class X) or equivalent examination are eligible for these vacancies.
HSLC with ITI: The candidates who have passed HSLC (Class X) or equivalent examination along with ITI pass certificate in the trade of wireman/ electrician/ fitter/ welder/ machinist/ electronics mechanic from a Government of Assam-approved institute are eligible for these vacancies.
Important Note: The maximum allowed educational qualification for Grade-IV vacancies is HSSLC (Class XII) or equivalent examination. Candidates having qualifications higher than the maximum qualification are not eligible to apply for ADRE Grade-IV vacancies.
ADRE Vacancy Details
In the following table, we have compiled the vacancy details announced in all ADRE editions. For the ADRE 3.0, the vacancy details will be updated after the publication of the official notification.
| Exam | Grade-III | Grade-IV | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Degree | HSSLC | HSLC | Class VIII | HSLC | HSLC with ITI | |
| ADRE 1.0 | 8331 | 3690 | 1120 | 9000 | 4300 | – |
| ADRE 2.0 | 4055 | 3127 | 418 | 2102 | 1088 | 1833 |
| ADRE 3.0 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
ADRE 3.0 Age Limit
Age Limit: The candidate’s age must be between 18 and 40 years as of the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification. Click here to calculate your age.
Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable for reserved categories as follows:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste | 5 Years |
| Scheduled Tribes | 5 Years |
| OBC/MOBC | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 2 Years |
| PwD | 10 Years |
Note: The candidate’s age will be calculated on the basis of the Matriculation/ HSLC Admit Card/ HSLC Certificate issued by a recognized Board/ Council.
ADRE Application Fee
In the first edition of the ADRE, the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC) levied the application fee for the examination, but in the second edition, it was waived off, and without any fee, applications were accepted. For the ADRE 2026, there is a high possibility that there will be no application fee, but for your reference, we have provided all editions’ fee details below, as the latest edition’s fee structure will be updated as it has not been notified yet.
| Exam | Post Type | UR & OBC/MOBC | SC, ST(P) & ST(H) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADRE 1.0 | Grade-III | ₹350 | ₹250 |
| ADRE 1.0 | Grade-IV | ₹200 | ₹150 |
| ADRE 2.0 | Grade-III | NA | NA |
| ADRE 2.0 | Grade-IV | NA | NA |
| ADRE 3.0 | Grade-III | To be notified | To be notified |
| ADRE 3.0 | Grade-IV | To be notified | To be notified |
ADRE Selection Process
The selection process of the Assam Direct Recruitment is quite simple. The State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC) conducts five types of written exams according to the post category, also known as papers. 3 papers for Grade-III and 2 papers for Grade-III vacancies as per the post types. The candidates who qualify the written examinations will be called for Skill Test, Driving Test, or Oral Test, which is applicable to their post type. Finally, candidates who perform well in all these tests will be appointed to the vacancies. Further details of both the written examination and skill test, driving test, or oral test are given below.
1. Written Examination
The State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC) conducts a written examination as the first stage of the selection process. There are a total of five exams conducted for various types of post categories. The complete details of these exams are provided below.
Paper-I: This exam will be conducted for the candidates who submit applications for HSLC (Class X) vacancies under the Grade-IV category.
Paper-II: This exam will be conducted for the candidates who submit applications for Class VIII vacancies under the Grade-IV category.
Paper-III: This exam will be conducted for the candidates who submit applications for HSSLC (Class XII) vacancies under the Grade-III category.
Paper-IV: This exam will be conducted for the candidates who submit applications for Bachelor’s Degree vacancies under the Grade-III category.
Paper-V: This exam will be conducted for the candidates who submit applications for HSLC (Class X) vacancies under the Grade-III category.
Paper-I : HSLC (Class X)
Exam Name: ADRE HSLC (Class X) Examination
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions: 135 Questions
Total Marks: 135 Marks
Negative Marking: There shall be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
Subjects: English, Social Studies, Mathematics, General Knowledge, Mental Ability, and Logical Reasoning.
Paper-II : Class VIII
Exam Name: ADRE Class VIII Examination
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions: 135 Questions
Total Marks: 135 Marks
Negative Marking: There shall be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
Subjects: English, Social Studies, Mathematics, General Knowledge, Mental Ability, and Logical Reasoning.
Paper-III : HSSLC (Class XII)
Exam Name: ADRE HSSLC (Class XII) Examination
Duration: 3 Hours
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions: 150 Questions
Total Marks: 150 Marks
Negative Marking: There will be negative markings for wrong answers. The negative marking for each wrong answer will be equivalent to 1/4th of the mark(s) allotted for that question. For example, the negative marking for a wrong answer to a question carrying 1 mark will be 0.25, and for a question carrying 2 marks, it will be 0.50.
Subjects: Social Studies, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability, General English, and General Mathematics.
| Subject | MCQ | Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Social Studies | 30 | 20 |
| General Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability | 20 | 20 |
| General English | 35 | 35 |
| General Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
Paper-IV : Bachelor Degree
Exam Name: ADRE Bachelor Degree Examination
Duration: 3 Hours
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions: 175 Questions
Total Marks: 150 Marks
Negative Marking: There will be negative markings for wrong answers. The negative marking for each wrong answer will be equivalent to 1/4th of the mark(s) allotted for that question. For example, the negative marking for a wrong answer to a question carrying 1 mark will be 0.25, and for a question carrying 2 marks, it will be 0.50.
Subjects: Social Studies, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability, General Mathematics, General English, and Reading Comprehension and English Language.
| Subject | MCQ | Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Social Studies | 30 | 30 |
| General Knowledge | 35 | 35 |
| Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability | 20 | 20 |
| General Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General English | 10 | 10 |
| Reading Comprehension and English Language | 25 | 50 |
Paper-V : HSLC (Class X)
Exam Name: ADRE HSLC (Class X) Examination
Duration: 3 Hours
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions: 150 Questions
Total Marks: 150 Marks
Negative Marking: There will be negative markings for wrong answers. The negative marking for each wrong answer will be equivalent to 1/4th of the mark(s) allotted for that question. For example, the negative marking for a wrong answer to a question carrying 1 mark will be 0.25, and for a question carrying 2 marks, it will be 0.50.
Subjects: Social Studies, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability, General English, General Mathematics, and Road Transport.
| Subject | MCQ | Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Social Studies | 20 | 20 |
| General Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability | 20 | 20 |
| General English | 30 | 30 |
| General Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Road Transport | 20 | 20 |
In ADRE 3.0, there is a high possibility of a change in exam pattern, as last year, at the end minute, it was decided to conduct exams in two phases – Preliminary and Main, but after huge protest and not being included in the initial notification, the government reversed the decision and stuck to the original notified way of examination. But this year, there is a high possibility that the ADRE 3.0 written exams will be conducted in two phases. The initial phase will be a preliminary stage where objective questions might be asked, and the main phase will have a more comprehensive and detailed examination, excluding MCQs. But, as of now, this is only a prediction as official notification has not been published by the SLRC.
2. Skill Test, Driving Test, or Oral Test
The candidates who qualify their respective Assam Direct Recruitment Examinations conducted by the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC) will be called for skill test, driving test, or oral test. This test will be conducted based on the post type. Candidates who have submitted applications for Grade-III vacancies may have to appear in the Computer Skill Test, Stenography Test, Driving Skill Test, as well as the oral interview, as it completely depends on the post type for which the application has been submitted and qualified. On the other hand, there will be an oral interview of the shortlisted candidates for the Grade-III vacancies.
How to Apply for ADRE 2026?
The applications for the Assam Direct Recruitment Examinations will be accepted through the official web portal of the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC). The link to the online application portal will be available on the official websites of ASSEB (Division-I) and the Government of Assam, but for the ease of our users, we will update the direct links to the web portal in the important links section of this article. The complete details of the online application process for the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) are given below.
1. Online Registration
Firstly, the candidates will have to complete the registration process. The registration process is a combined process, and for both Grade-III and Grade-IV vacancies, one can apply after completing this registration. This combined registration process is introduced from ADRE 2.0 to reduce the overlapping issue.
During the registration process, candidates have to enter their key details such as their full name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth, email address, employment exchange registration number, and mobile number. Candidates should note that the provided mobile number should be active, as they have to provide the OTP received on it during the registration process.
2. Online Application
In the application process, candidates have to select the appropriate link of the post category (Grade-III or Grade-IV) for which they are going to submit their application. Firstly, candidates will have to log in to the application portal to fill out the form by providing their employment exchange registration number and mobile number, which they have used to complete the registration.
As soon as the candidates log in, they will see an application form where they have to enter their complete details. In the form, candidates have to select the post types for which they are applying, enter their remaining personal details such as caste, gender, PwD status, ex-serviceman status, nationality, religion, communication address, Aadhaar details, exam centre preferences, educational qualification details, driving licence status, etc. After giving all details, candidates will be required to upload their scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the specified size and format. You can click here to resize your image to the specified format and size. After this, candidates are asked to choose a password for future login to their account. Now, you will be able to view a preview of your application as well as submit it by clicking the specified submission button on the portal.
After submission of the application, candidates will get an application number on the screen as well as an SMS on the registered mobile number along with their chosen password. Now, log in with that application number and password to get your application form acknowledgment copy for future reference. You can watch the following YouTube video to see the complete application process, including the online registration of the ADRE.
If you are encountering any issues while completing the online registration and application process, please feel free to contact us using the comments box below. We will try our best to guide you.
Important Dates of ADRE 2026
| Notification Date | November 2025 |
| Apply Start Date | To be notified |
| Apply End Date | To be notified |
| ADRE Admit Card | To be notified |
| ADRE Exam | To be notified |
| ADRE Results | To be notified |
Important Links of Assam Direct Recruitment
| Application Form | To be notified |
| Official Notification | November 2025 |
| ADRE Image Resize | Click Here |
| ADRE Mock Test | Click Here |
| ADRE E-Book | Click Here |
| ADRE Syllabus | Click Here |
| ADRE PYQs | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs of ADRE 3.0 Recruitment
When will the ADRE 3.0 notification be released?
The official notification for ADRE 3.0 is expected to be released in November 2025.
What are the types of posts available in ADRE 3.0?
The recruitment will be for various Grade III and Grade IV posts in different departments of the Government of Assam.
What is the minimum educational qualification required for ADRE?
The minimum qualification varies by post. For some Grade IV posts, the minimum requirement is having read up to Class VIII.
What is the maximum qualification for applying to Grade IV posts?
The maximum allowed qualification for Grade IV posts is HSSLC (Class XII). Candidates with higher qualifications are not eligible for these posts.
What is the age limit for ADRE 3.0?
The general age limit is 18 to 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per government rules.
Disclaimer: The information regarding upcoming notifications and their probabilities is for informational purposes only and is based on current understanding and estimations. JobAssam does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information and is not legally responsible for any decisions made based on it. Readers are advised to consult official sources for the most up-to-date and definitive information.
