Assam Police Recruitment 2026: 5,734 Vacancies (Apply Online)

Assam Police Recruitment 2026: Official Guide to 5,734 Vacancies

The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam has officially extended the application deadline for the massive 2026 recruitment drive. With a total of 5,734 vacancies, this recruitment covers the Assam Police, Assam Commando Battalions, Forest Department, and Fire & Emergency Services. Whether you are a Class 6 pass candidate or a Graduate, this guide provides the most detailed information required to successfully secure a government job in Assam.

LATEST UPDATE: The SLPRB has officially extended the last date to apply. Candidates can now submit their online applications from 22 January 2026 until 22 February 2026. All previous Application IDs are invalid; a fresh registration is mandatory.

1. Recruitment Overview & Key Dates

The 2026 recruitment cycle is one of the most transparent in the history of the Assam Police. Utilizing RFID chips for physical tests and CCTV surveillance for examinations, the SLPRB ensures a merit-based selection process.

Recruiting Body	State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam
Total Vacancies	5,734 Posts
Official Portal	apcap.in / slprbassam.in
New Registration Starts	22 January 2026
Final Last Date	22 February 2026
Application Fee	₹0 (No fee for any category)

2. Detailed Vacancy Breakdown (Post-Wise)

The vacancies are distributed across various wings of the state's uniformed forces. Below is the updated breakdown as per the latest 2026 notifications:

Post Category	Vacancy Count	Primary Educational Requirement
Constable (Unarmed Branch - UB)	1,082	HSSLC (Class 12) Passed
Constable (Armed Branch - AB)	663	HSLC (Class 10) Passed
Sub-Inspector (UB/AB)	95+	Graduate (Arts/Science/Commerce)
Forest Guard	504	HSLC (Class 10) Passed
Forester Grade-I	211	Bachelor's Degree
Grade-IV (Cook, Barber, etc.)	256	Minimum Class 8 Passed
Safai Karmachari	112+	Class 6 Passed
AFPF Constable / Driver	400+	HSLC + Driving License (for Driver)

3. Salary & Pay Scale (7th Pay Commission)

Candidates selected for these posts will enjoy regular government pay scales with Grade Pay (GP) and other admissible allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Ration Money.

Post Name	Pay Band (PB-2)	Grade Pay
Sub-Inspector (SI)	₹14,000 — 70,000	₹8,700
Forester Grade-I	₹14,000 — 70,000	₹6,400
Constable (UB/AB/APRO)	₹14,000 — 70,000	₹5,600
Jail Warder / Driver Operator	₹14,000 — 70,000	₹5,200
Grade-IV Staff	₹12,000 — 52,000	₹3,900

4. Eligibility Criteria (Age & Relaxation)

Age calculation is strictly as of January 1, 2026. Candidates must provide birth certificates or HSLC admit cards as age proof.

• Constable (UB/AB): 18 to 25 years. (Born between 01/01/2001 and 01/01/2008).
• Sub-Inspector: 20 to 26 years.
• Assistant Jailor: 21 to 40 years.
• Grade-IV / Safai Karmachari: 18 to 40 years.

Category-Wise Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST (P)/ST (H): 5 years relaxation.
• OBC/MOBC: 3 years relaxation.
• Former Members of Militant Organizations: 10 years relaxation.

5. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Marks Distribution

Physical fitness is the most critical part of the selection. For Armed Branch (AB) Constables, PET carries **60 marks**, whereas for Unarmed Branch (UB), it carries **40 marks**.

Male Candidates (3200m Race):

Time Taken	Marks Awarded
600 Seconds (10 min) or less	20.0 Marks
700 Seconds or less	14.0 Marks
840 Seconds (14 min)	10.0 Marks (Minimum Qualifying)
Above 840 Seconds	Disqualified

Female Candidates (1600m Race):

Time Taken	Marks Awarded
330 Seconds (5.5 min) or less	20.0 Marks
480 Seconds (8 min)	10.0 Marks (Minimum Qualifying)

6. Detailed Written Exam Syllabus (Topic-Wise)

The written exam is OMR-based. For Constables, the test consists of 100 questions for 50 marks. For SI, it is 100 questions for 100 marks.

Subject	Important Topics to Study
Elementary Arithmetic	Numbers, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Time & Work, HCF/LCM, Profit & Loss.
General English	Grammar, Tense, Active/Passive Voice, Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentence Correction, Vocabulary.
Logical Reasoning	Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Directions, Blood Relations, Number Series, Figural Analysis.
Assam History & Culture	Ahom Dynasty, Freedom movement in Assam, Assam Geography, State Symbols, Festivals, Personalities.
General Knowledge	Indian Constitution, Modern History, Current Affairs (National/Assam), Sports, Awards.

7. Grade-IV Trade Proficiency Test (TPT)

Unlike Constable and SI posts, Grade-IV recruitment (Cook, Barber, Water Carrier) focuses heavily on the **Trade Proficiency Test (TPT)**, which carries 50 marks. Candidates must score at least 33% to qualify. The panel of experts will test your practical skills in your chosen field.

8. Step-by-Step Online Application Guide (APCAP)

1. Visit the official portal apcap.in.
2. Fresh Registration: Click on "Register" and provide your basic details.
3. ID Generation: You will receive a unique Application ID. Keep this safe.
4. Document Upload:
   • Photograph (450 KB Max, JPEG/PNG).
   • Signature (100 KB Max, Blue/Black pen).
   • Caste Certificate (if applicable).
   • Employment Exchange Card (Mandatory).
5. Post Preference: Select multiple posts if eligible and set your preference.
6. OTP Verification: Verify the data and submit using the OTP sent to your mobile.

9. Important Links for Candidates

Online Apply Link (APCAP)	Register / Login Here
Official Website (SLPRB)	Visit slprbassam.in
Constable Notification PDF	Download PDF
Sub-Inspector (AB) Notification	Download PDF

10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can candidates with a graduation degree apply for Grade-IV posts?

For most Grade-IV posts, the maximum allowed qualification is HSSLC (Class 12). Graduates are generally not eligible to apply for these specific roles.

Q2: Is an Employment Exchange Card mandatory?

Yes. Candidates must have a valid registration number in any of the Employment Exchanges of Assam.

Q3: What is the negative marking for SI recruitment?

For Sub-Inspector (SI) posts, there is a negative marking of 0.5 marks for every incorrect answer. There is NO negative marking for Constable posts.

Q4: Is Aadhaar card mandatory for the online application?

While Aadhaar is not strictly mandatory for registration, providing it can speed up the biometric verification process during PST/PET.

Q5: Can I edit my application after submission?

The SLPRB usually provides a short "Correction Window" (likely between 17-21 January, though extension dates may change). However, it is always better to double-check before the final submission.

© 2026 Recruitment Updates. This guide is for informative purposes. Please consult the official SLPRB notification for any official legal interpretation.