Are you looking for a rewarding career in the Assam Police Department? The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam, has officially announced the Assam Police Recruitment 2026 for 2350+ vacancies across various posts including Sub-Inspector (SI), Constable (Armed & Unarmed), Driver, Safai Karmachari, and more. This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates from Assam to serve the state with pride and responsibility.
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In this detailed guide, we cover everything you need to know about the Assam Police Recruitment 2026 – from vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application process to selection stages, physical standards, and preparation tips. Read on to ensure you don’t miss any important information.
Overview of Assam Police Recruitment 2026
| Recruiting Body | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam |
| Total Vacancies | 2350+ Posts |
| Posts Included | SI (AB/UB), Constable (AB/UB), Driver, Safai Karmachari, Assistant Jailor, Station Officer, and more |
| Departments | Assam Police, APRO, Fire & Emergency Services, Forest Department, Prison Department, Commando Battalions |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start | 16th December 2025 |
| Application End | 16th January 2026 |
| Official Website | SLPRB Assam |
Department-wise Vacancy Details
Here is a breakdown of the 2350 vacancies across various departments:
| Department / Organization | Post | Number of Posts |
| Assam Police | Constable (Unarmed Branch – UB) | 1052 |
| Constable (Armed Branch – AB) | 663 | |
| Driver Constable | 127 | |
| Safai Karmachari | 96 | |
| Sub Inspector (UB) | 48 | |
| Assam Commando Battalions | Sub Inspector (AB) | 47 |
| Constable (AB) | 3 | |
| Safai Karmachari | 3 | |
| APRO | Constable (Messenger) | 20 |
| Constable (Dispatch Rider) | 14 | |
| SI (Communication) | 4 | |
| Constable (Handymen)Constable (Handymen) | 3 | |
| Fire & Emergency Services | Driver | 90 |
| Station Officer | 6 | |
| Squad Commander | 5 | |
| Safai Karmachari | 5 | |
| Driver Operator | 4 | |
| Forest Department | Driver | 106 |
| Driver Constable | 7 | |
| Prison Department | Assistant Jailor | 39 |
| DGCD & CSHG | Safai Karmachari | 8 |
| TOTAL | 2350 |
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Grade Pay |
| Constable (AB & UB), Driver Constable | Rs. 14000-70000/- | Rs. 5600/- |
| SI (AB & UB), | Rs. 14000-70000/- | Rs. 8700/- |
| Station Officer, Squad Commander, Assistant Jailor |
Rs. 14000-70000/- | Rs. 8700/- |
| Constable (Dispatch Rider/ Messenger/ Handymen), Driver/ Driver Operator in F & ES, Driver in Forest Department |
Rs. 14000-70000/- | Rs. 5200/- |
| Safai Karmachari | Rs. 12000-52000/- | Rs. 3900/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality & Residency
- Must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of Assam.
- SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates are exempted from submitting residency proof at the time of application.
Language Proficiency
- Candidates must be fluent in Assamese or any other state language.
Employment Exchange Registration
- Mandatory registration with a local Employment Exchange in Assam.
Age Limit (as on 1st January 2026)
| Post Category | Age Limit (Years) | Born Between (Date Range) |
| Constable (UB & AB) | 18 – 25 | 1 Jan 2001 – 1 Jan 2008 |
| Driver Constable, APRO Constable Roles, F&ES Driver/Operator, Forest Driver | 18 – 25 | 1 Jan 2001 – 1 Jan 2008 |
| Driver (Forest Department) | 18 – 40 | 1 Jan 1986 – 1 Jan 2008 |
| Sub Inspector (UB) & SI (Communication) | 20 – 26 | 1 Jan 2000 – 1 Jan 2006 |
| Station Officer & Squad Commander | 20 – 24 | 1 Jan 2002 – 1 Jan 2006 |
| Assistant Jailor | 21 – 40 | 1 Jan 1986 – 1 Jan 2005 |
| Sub Inspector (AB) – Commando | 20 – 24 | 1 Jan 2002 – 1 Jan 2006 |
| Constable (AB) – Commando | 18 – 21 | 1 Jan 2005 – 1 Jan 2008 |
| Safai Karmachari | 18 – 40 | 1 Jan 1986 – 1 Jan 2008 |
Note: Age will be calculated based on Matriculation/HSLC Certificate.
Age Relaxation
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- SC/ST(P)/ST(H): 5 years
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
| Constable (UB) | HS/Class XII passed from a recognized board. |
| Constable (AB) | HSLC/Class X passed from a recognized board. |
| SI (UB) & Assistant Jailor | Graduation in Arts/Science/Commerce from a recognized university. |
| Station Officer & Squad Commander | B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics. |
| SI (Communication) | B.Sc. (Electronics/IT/CS) OR Diploma in relevant field with experience OR MCA/B.E./B.Tech. |
| Driver & Driver Constable | HSLC passed + Valid LMV/MMV/HMV Driving License (as per post requirement). |
| Safai Karmachari | Minimum Class VI passed, Maximum HSSLC/Class XII. |
Physical Standards
Height Requirements
| Category | Male | Female |
| General/OBC/MOBC | 162.5 cm | 154 cm |
| SC | 162.5 cm | 154 cm |
| ST(P) / ST(H) | 160.0 cm | 152.0 cm |
Chest (Only for Male Candidates)
| Category | Normal | Expanded |
| General/OBC/MOBC | 80 cm | 85 cm |
| SC/ST(P) | 80 cm | 85 cm |
| ST(H) | 78 cm | 83 cm |
Medical Standards
- Must be in good mental and physical health.
- Free from chronic diseases, physical deformities, color blindness, or squint eyes.
- Eyesight: Distance vision 6/6 in one eye and not worse than 6/9 in the other. Near vision must be normal.
- Varicose veins are a temporary disqualification.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official SLPRB recruitment portal.
- Click on “Online Application Form” and complete New Registration.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents (see list below).
- Review and submit the form.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Note: Candidates must generate a new application ID for the 2025–2026 recruitment cycle.
Documents to Upload
| Document | Format | Max Size |
| Passport Size Photograph | JPG/PNG | 450 KB |
| Signature | JPG/PNG | 100 KB |
| Age Proof | 200 KB | |
| Caste Certificate | 200 KB | |
| Employment Exchange Card | 200 KB | |
| HSLC/Equivalent Marksheet | 200 KB | |
| HSLC/Equivalent Pass Certificate | 200 KB |
Important Dates
- Start Date for Online Application: 16th December 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: 16th January 2026
Selection Process of Assam Police Recruitment
In this section, we will explain about the selection process of Assam Police Constable Recruitment. Candidates submitting correct online applications in all respect will have to undergo the Physical Standard Tests (PST) and Physical Efficiency Tests (PET). Any Candidate with any physical deformity as may be detected by the Medical Officer present in the Selection Committee, he/ she will be debarred from participating in the rest of the tests.
Preliminary Verification of Documents
The Applicant reporting at the venue on the date and time for Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST) must bring all the original documents, uploaded during submission of online Applications along with one set of self attested photocopies. No document will be accepted after the completion of PET & PST. All documents uploaded and submitted at the time of PST & PET must be issued on or before the last date of submission of online Applications.
If any Applicant fails to produce any original document or doesn’t furnish it at the time of document verification during PET & PST, he/she will not be given any chance of rescheduling the date for submission of any such document in future and his/her status will be decided on the basis of the documents submitted on the day of PET & PST only.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) – Height, Weight, Chest measurement.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Race, Long Jump, Chin-ups (for males).
- Medical Examination
- Written Test – 100 MCQ (50 marks), no negative marking.
- Oral/Viva-Voce Interview
Physical Efficiency Test Details
Race: The minimum eligibility criteria for Race in Physical Efficiency Test is as under.
| Gender | Distance | Time |
| Male | 3200 Metres | 14 Minutes |
| Female | 1600 Metres | 08 Minutes |
Long Jump: The minimum eligibility criteria for Long Jump in Physical Efficiency Test is as under.
| Gender | Distance | No. of Chances |
| Male | 335 cm | 3 |
| Female | 244 cm | 3 |
Chin-ups (Males): Minimum 4 to qualify. Marks awarded from 4 to 14+.
| No. of Chin Ups | Marks |
| Less than 4 chin ups | Disqualified |
| 4 chin ups | 10 |
| 5 chin ups | 11 |
| 6 chin ups | 12 |
| 7 chin ups | 13 |
| 8 chin ups | 14 |
| 9 chin ups | 15 |
| 10 chin ups | 16 |
| 11 chin ups | 17 |
| 12 chin ups | 18 |
| 13 chin ups | 19 |
| 14 chin ups | 20 |
Physical Standard Test
After qualifying in the medical tests, the Candidates will have to appear in the PST (Physical Standard Test). It carries no marks. PST consists of measurement of the height, weight & chest ( chest measuring only male) of candidates using latest technology and after which preliminary check-ups like knock knee, vision test, colour blindness test, flat foot, varicose vein, physical deformities etc will also be done.
Written Test
After completion of the PET, the shortlisted Applicants will be called for the Written Test in order of merit at the rate of 5 (five) times the number of posts allotted in respect of each category based on the total marks scored in PET (for Constable-AB, PET marks will be converted into percentage).
Written test will consist of 100 multiple choice type questions to be answered on an OMR answer sheet. For each correct answer the Candidate will get half mark. Questions will be of the level of class IX and X .Total marks for the Written Test will be 50. There will be no negative marking. The question paper for Written Exam will be in the following languages: Assamese/ Bodo/ Bengali/English.
Subject of Assam Police Recruitment 2026
- Elementary Arithmetic
- General English
- Logical reasoning/ Mental ability
- Assam’s History, Geography, Polity, Economy
- General Awareness/ General Knowledge and current affairs
Recommended Books for Preparation
| Subject | Recommended Book |
| Arithmetic | Quantitative Aptitude |
| General English | Objective General English |
| Reasoning | Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| Assam GK | Assam: History, Geography, Polity |
| General Knowledge | Lucent’s General Knowledge |
| Current Affairs | Manorama Yearbook |
Helpline Details
For any queries related to Assam Police Recruitment 2026, candidates can contact:
- Phone: +91 9707336765
- Email: slprbassam2526@gmail.com
- Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Working Days)
Final Takeaways
- This is a massive recruitment drive with opportunities in multiple departments.
- No application fee makes it accessible to all eligible candidates.
- Prepare thoroughly for PET, PST, and Written Exam.
- Keep all documents ready and ensure they meet the specified format and size.
- Stay updated through the official SLPRB website and avoid third-party misinformation.
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| How to Apply ? | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Constable (AB/ UB) |
| Official Notification | Sub Inspector (UB) |
| Official Notification | Sub Inspector (AB) |
| Official Notification | Driver/ Driver Constable |
| Official Notification | Safai Karmachari |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the starting date to apply?
6th December 2025.
What is the last date to apply?
16th January 2026.
How many vacancies are available?
2350+ posts across various departments.
Is there an application fee?
No, the application is completely free.
Is Employment Exchange registration mandatory?
Yes, registration with an Assam Employment Exchange is required.
