| Post Name | Constable, SI, Safai Karmachari & Others |
| Vacancies | 5,734 Posts |
| Organization | Assam Police |
| Qualification | Class 6 to Graduation |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Apply Fee | Nil |
| Start Date | 15 February 2026 (Reopened) |
| Last Date | 28 February 2026 (Reopened) |
Assam Police Recruitment 2026
The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam has published multiple notifications regarding the recruitment of a total of 5,734 vacancies across various departments including Assam Police, Forest Department, Fire & Emergency Services, Prison Department, APRO, DGCD & CGHG, and Assam Commando Battalions. The recruitment drive covers posts such as Constable (AB and UB), Sub Inspector (AB and UB), Driver Constable, Safai Karmachari, Jail Warder, Forest Guard, Forester, Fireman, and many other posts. Eligible and interested candidates can submit their online applications through the official web portal of SLPRB.
Update (13 February 2026): The SLPRB has issued a new notice announcing that the Online Application Portal for all 9 advertisements has been reopened from 15 February 2026 to 28 February 2026. Additionally, the upper age limit for Sub Inspector (UB) in Assam Police has been enhanced from 26 years to 27 years, and for Sub Inspector (AB) in Assam Commando Battalions from 24 years to 25 years for Unreserved category candidates. Reserved category candidates will also receive corresponding age relaxation enhancements.
The application process was earlier extended for candidates belonging to the General category for Constable (AB & UB) posts, with the upper age limit enhanced to 26 years. The last date of application, initially scheduled for 22 February 2026 for certain posts, was preponed to 8 February 2026 for all advertisements. Now, the portal has been reopened again from 15 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 for all posts.
Assam Police Recruitment Details
Post Name: Constable (AB and UB), Sub Inspector (AB and UB), Driver Constable, Sub Inspector of Police (Communication), Station Officer, Squad Commander, Assistant Jailor, Safai Karmachari, Jail Warder, Forest Guard, Forester Grade-I, Game Watcher, AFPF Constable, Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Boatman, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler, Cook, Barber, Water Carrier, Dhobi, Cobbler, Tailor, Dresser, Nurse, Craft Instructor, Pharmacist, Yoga Instructor, and others
Organization: State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam
Departments: Assam Police, Forest Department, Fire & Emergency Services, Prison Department, Assam Police Radio Organization (APRO), DGCD & CGHG, and Assam Commando Battalions
Total Vacancies: 5,734 posts (tentative and subject to final clearance by the Government)
Application Fee: There is no application fee for any category of candidates
Assam Police Vacancy Details
| Department | Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Assam Police | Constable (UB) | 1052 |
| Assam Police | Constable (AB) | 663 |
| Assam Police | Sub Inspector (UB) | 48 |
| Assam Police | Driver Constable | 127 |
| Assam Police | Safai Karmachari | 96 |
| Assam Police | Cook | 115 |
| Assam Police | Barber | 34 |
| Assam Police | Water Carrier | 19 |
| Assam Police | Dhobi | 11 |
| Assam Police | Boatman | 10 |
| Assam Police | Cobbler | 2 |
| Forest Department | Forest Guard | 504 |
| Forest Department | AFPF Constable | 405 |
| Forest Department | Forester Grade-I | 211 |
| Forest Department | Driver | 106 |
| Forest Department | Game Watcher | 74 |
| Forest Department | Driver Constable | 7 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Constable (Grade-III) | 733 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Cook | 27 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Barber | 12 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Water Carrier | 11 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Bandman (Constable) | 11 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Cobbler | 11 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Dhobi | 8 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Safai Karmachari | 8 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Tailor | 2 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Dresser | 2 |
| DGCD & CGHG | Bugler | 2 |
| APRO | Constable (WO/WT) | 642 |
| APRO | Constable (Messenger) | 20 |
| APRO | Constable (Dispatch Rider) | 14 |
| APRO | Sub Inspector of Police (Communication) | 4 |
| APRO | Constable (Handymen) | 3 |
| APRO | Constable (UB) | 1 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Fireman | 337 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Driver | 90 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Emergency Rescuer | 41 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Station Officer | 6 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Squad Commander | 5 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Safai Karmachari | 5 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Driver Operator | 4 |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Sub-Officer | 1 |
| Prison Department | Jail Warder | 138 |
| Prison Department | Assistant Jailor | 39 |
| Prison Department | Pharmacist | 8 |
| Prison Department | Nurse | 2 |
| Prison Department | Craft Instructor | 1 |
| Prison Department | Craft Helper | 1 |
| Prison Department | Yoga Instructor | 1 |
| Prison Department | Yoga Instructress | 1 |
| Assam Commando Battalions | Sub Inspector (AB) | 47 |
| Assam Commando Battalions | Constable (AB) | 3 |
| Assam Commando Battalions | Water Carrier | 3 |
| Assam Commando Battalions | Safai Karmachari | 3 |
| Assam Commando Battalions | Barber | 2 |
| Assam Commando Battalions | Plumber | 1 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 5734 | |
Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Band | Grade Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector (UB), Sub Inspector (AB), Sub Inspector of Police (Communication), Station Officer, Squad Commander, Assistant Jailor | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹8700 |
| Pharmacist | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹7400 |
| Nurse | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹6800 |
| Forester Grade-I | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹6400 |
| Sub-Officer, Constable (WO/WT), Craft Instructor, Yoga Instructor, Yoga Instructress | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹6200 |
| Constable (UB), Constable (AB), Driver Constable, Constable (Grade-III), AFPF Constable, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, Bandman | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹5600 |
| Jail Warder, Constable (Messenger), Constable (Dispatch Rider), Constable (Handymen), Driver, Driver Operator | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹5200 |
| Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Tailor, Dresser, Craft Helper | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹5000 |
| Bugler | ₹14000-70000 (PB-2) | ₹4400 |
| Boatman | ₹12000-52000 (PB-1) | ₹4200 |
| Safai Karmachari, Cook, Barber, Water Carrier, Dhobi, Cobbler, Plumber | ₹12000-52000 (PB-1) | ₹3900 |
Eligibility Criteria of Assam Police Recruitment
Citizenship and Residency: Applicants must be citizens of India and permanent residents of Assam. Selected applicants will be required to submit proof of residence after publication of the final select list. However, applicants belonging to SC, ST, and OBC/MOBC categories are exempted from submitting such certificates.
Employment Exchange Registration: All applicants must be registered with an Employment Exchange located in Assam.
Language Proficiency: Applicants must speak Assamese or any other state language fluently.
Educational Qualification
Constable (UB): Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (Class XII) from a government-recognized Board or Council.
Constable (AB): Candidates must have passed HSLC or Class X from a government-recognized Board or Council.
Driver Constable and Driver Posts: Candidates must have passed HSLC or equivalent examination with a valid driving licence for LMV, MMV, or HMV as per specific post requirements.
Sub Inspector (UB) and Assistant Jailor: Candidates must be graduates in Arts, Science, Commerce, or equivalent from a recognized college or institution affiliated to a recognized university.
Station Officer and Squad Commander: Candidates must have a B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized institution.
Sub Inspector of Police (Communication): Candidates must have B.Sc. in Electronics Science, IT, or Computer Science, or relevant diploma with work experience, or MCA, or B.E./B.Tech in related fields.
Forester Grade-I: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Safai Karmachari: Minimum Class VI passed from a recognized school. The maximum qualification allowed is HSSLC or Class XII.
Grade IV Posts (Cook, Barber, Water Carrier, etc.): Minimum Class VIII passed with maximum qualification of HSSLC or Class XII. Some posts require specific trade certificates or experience.
Age Limit
Constable (UB & AB): Candidates must be between 18 and 26 years as on 1 January 2026. This means candidates born between 1 January 2000 and 1 January 2008 are eligible. You can use our Age Calculator to verify your eligibility.
Driver Constable and Driver Posts: Age must be between 18 and 25 years as on 1 January 2026 for most posts. Driver in Forest Department has an upper age limit of 40 years.
Sub Inspector (UB) and Sub Inspector of Police (Communication): Age must be between 20 and 27 years as on 1 January 2026 for Unreserved category candidates. The upper age limit has been enhanced by one year from 26 to 27 years as per the notice dated 13 February 2026. This means Unreserved category candidates born between 1 January 1999 and 31 December 1999 are now also eligible to apply.
Station Officer and Squad Commander: Age must be between 20 and 24 years as on 1 January 2026.
Sub Inspector (AB) in Commando Battalions: Age must be between 20 and 25 years as on 1 January 2026 for Unreserved category candidates. The upper age limit has been enhanced by one year from 24 to 25 years as per the notice dated 13 February 2026. This means Unreserved category candidates born between 1 January 2001 and 31 December 2001 are now also eligible to apply.
Constable (AB) in Commando Battalions: Age must be between 18 and 21 years as on 1 January 2026.
Assistant Jailor, Jail Warder, and Other Posts: Age must be between 18/21 and 40 years as on 1 January 2026 depending on the specific post.
Age Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxation of 5 years is provided for SC, ST (P), and ST (H) category candidates. OBC/MOBC category candidates get 3 years of age relaxation. Additional relaxations are available for Home Guards with 3 years of service (3 years), Ex-Servicemen (2 years for specific posts), Former Members of Militant Organizations (10 years), SPOs (10 years), and sports persons (3 years). The enhanced age limit for SI posts will also apply correspondingly to all reserved category candidates.
Physical Standards
Height Requirements for Constable Posts
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General, OBC/MOBC, SC | 162.5 cm | 154 cm |
| ST (P), ST (H) | 160.0 cm | 152.0 cm |
Chest Measurements (Male Candidates Only)
| Category | Normal | Expanded |
|---|---|---|
| General, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST (P) | 80 cm | 85 cm |
| ST (H) | 78 cm | 83 cm |
Note: Physical standards for Commando Battalion posts are higher. Male candidates must have minimum height of 167 cm for General category and 85 cm chest (normal) with 5 cm expansion.
Medical Standards
Applicants must be in good mental and bodily health. They must be free from physical deformities and diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, hernia, piles, respiratory diseases, knock-knee, flat foot, or any other physical deformity that may interfere with efficient performance of duties. Applicants should not be colour blind or squint-eyed. The distance vision should be 6/6 for at least one eye and not poorer than 6/9 for the other without correction. Near vision should be normal. Varicose vein shall be considered as temporary disqualification.
Selection Process
The selection process varies based on the post applied for. The general selection procedure includes the following stages:
For Constable Posts: Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Medical Examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Written Test, and Oral/Viva-Voce. For Constable (AB) male candidates, PET includes Chin Up test and carries 60 marks. For Constable (UB) and female candidates, PET carries 40 marks.
For Sub Inspector Posts: Written Test (100 marks), Physical Efficiency Test (40 marks), NCC Certificate weightage (maximum 5 marks), and Oral/Viva-Voce (5 marks). Total marks: 150.
For Driver Posts: Physical Efficiency Test, Medical Examination, Physical Standard Test, Driving Test (Skill Test) carrying 10 marks, Written Test, NCC weightage, and Oral/Viva-Voce.
For Commando Battalion Posts: Physical Efficiency Test (with more rigorous standards), Written Test (only for SI), and Psychometric Test carrying 20 marks.
For Safai Karmachari and Grade IV Posts: Medical Examination, Physical Standard Test, and Trade Proficiency Test carrying 50 marks with 33% as pass marks.
For Forest Guards and Related Posts: Physical Efficiency Test, Medical Examination, Physical Standard Test, Written Test, Walking Test (for Forester Grade-I and Forest Guard), and Oral/Viva-Voce.
How to Apply for Assam Police Recruitment?
Candidates can apply online through the Assam Police Common Application Portal (APCAP) at apcap.in. The application portal has been reopened from 15 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 for all 9 advertisements. The application process is completely online, and there is no application fee. Follow the steps below to complete your application successfully:
Step 1: Register on the Portal
Visit the official web portal at apcap.in and click on the registration link. Use only one valid mobile number for registration. Using multiple mobile numbers will result in cancellation of your application. Enter your name exactly as written on your HSLC certificate, along with your father’s name and mother’s name. Provide your Employment Exchange Number, highest qualification, permanent district, gender, caste/category, date of birth, and Aadhaar number. After successful registration, you will receive an Application ID. Save this ID safely as you will need it throughout the recruitment process.
Step 2: Complete Your Application
Login to the portal using your Application ID or registered mobile number along with your date of birth. Keep your mobile number active throughout the recruitment process. Once logged in, select the post you want to apply for and upload all required documents. Choose your post preferences if applying for multiple posts. Fill in all personal details carefully and upload your photograph and signature following the specified size and format requirements. Your photograph should be maximum 450 KB in JPG or PNG format, and signature should be maximum 100 KB. Enter your academic details accurately. Finally, generate OTP to download your acknowledgement slip.
Required Documents
Candidates need to upload the following documents during online application submission:
| Document | File Format | Max. Size |
|---|---|---|
| Passport Size Photograph | JPG/PNG | 450 KB |
| Signature | JPG/PNG | 100 KB |
| Age Proof Certificate | 200 KB | |
| Caste Certificate (if applicable) | 200 KB | |
| Employment Exchange Registration | 200 KB | |
| Educational Certificates and Mark Sheets | 200 KB | |
| Driving License (for Driver posts) | 200 KB | |
| Other Relevant Documents | 200 KB |
If your photograph or signature exceeds the specified size, you can use our Image Resizer Tool to compress them to the required size while maintaining quality.
Important: Keep your Application ID and mobile number safe throughout the recruitment process. The application portal has been reopened from 15 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 for all advertisements.
Important Dates of Assam Police Recruitment
| Notification Date | Dec 2025 – Jan 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 16 December 2025 |
| Apply End Date (Initial) | 8 February 2026 |
| Application Edit (Initial) | 9–14 February 2026 |
| Portal Reopened | 15 – 28 February 2026 |
| Application Edit | 1–5 March 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
| PST/PET | To be notified |
| Written Exam | To be notified |
Important Links of Assam Police Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| SI & UB Age Limit Notice | Click Here |
| Notice – Constable (AB/UB) | Click Here |
| Notice – Sub Inspector (UB) | Click Here |
| Notice – Sub Inspector (AB) | Click Here |
| Notice – Driver Constable | Click Here |
| Notice – Safai Karmachari | Click Here |
| Notice – Forest & APRO | Click Here |
| Notice – Jail Warder | Click Here |
| Notice – Grade IV | Click Here |
| Notice – Dresser & Craft Helper | Click Here |
| Preponement Notice | Click Here |
| Written Exam E-Book | Click Here |
| Police Mock Tests | Click Here |
| Free Daily MCQs | Click Here |
| Online Image Resize | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for Assam Police Recruitment 2026?
The application portal has been reopened from 15 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 for all 9 advertisements. The earlier last date was 8 February 2026.
Is there an application fee for Assam Police Recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any category of candidates for this recruitment.
What is the age limit for Assam Police Constable?
For Constable (UB and AB) posts, candidates must be between 18 and 26 years of age as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories.
What is the new age limit for Sub Inspector (UB)?
The upper age limit for Sub Inspector (UB) in Assam Police has been enhanced from 26 years to 27 years for Unreserved category candidates. Unreserved candidates born between 1 January 1999 and 31 December 1999 are now also eligible.
What is the new age limit for Sub Inspector (AB) in Commando Battalions?
The upper age limit for Sub Inspector (AB) in Assam Commando Battalions has been enhanced from 24 years to 25 years for Unreserved category candidates. Unreserved candidates born between 1 January 2001 and 31 December 2001 are now also eligible.
Can I still apply if I missed the earlier deadline?
Yes. The SLPRB has reopened the online application portal from 15 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 for all 9 advertisements. Eligible candidates can submit their applications during this period through the SLPRB website (www.slprbassam.in).
What is the educational qualification for Constable (UB)?
Candidates applying for Constable (Unarmed Branch) must have passed Higher Secondary (Class XII) from a government-recognized Board or Council.
