Last Date to Apply Online: 16 December 2026
Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026, 102 Vacancies, Last date – 16 January 2026
State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam has invited online applications for Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026 to fill 102 vacancies across multiple cadres: Sub Inspector (UB) in Assam Police, Sub Inspector of Police (Communication) in APRO, Station Officer and Squad Commander in Fire & Emergency Services, and Assistant Jailor in Prison Department. The posts carry the pay scale of Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) plus Grade Pay Rs. 8,700 with other allowances. Online applications will be accepted from 16 December 2025 to 16 January 2026, and there is no application fee.
Job Overview – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Title | Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026 – SI (UB), SI Communication, Station Officer, Squad Commander & Assistant Jailor |
| Advertisement Number | SLPRB/REC/SI (UB) & EQUIVALENT /699/2024/171 dated 12-12-2025 |
| Organization | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam |
| Departments | Assam Police, APRO, Fire & Emergency Services, Prison Department |
| Posts | Sub Inspector (UB), Sub Inspector of Police (Communication), Station Officer, Squad Commander, Assistant Jailor |
| Total Vacancies | 102 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) + Grade Pay Rs. 8,700 + allowances |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | No application fee for any candidate |
Important Dates – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Issue of Advertisement | 12 December 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 16 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 16 January 2026 |
| Edit Window | 5 days after last date (one-time edit, subject to SLPRB approval) |
Vacancy Details – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Post | Branch / Department | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector (UB) | Assam Police | 48 |
| Sub Inspector of Police (Communication) | APRO | 4 |
| Station Officer | Fire & Emergency Services (F & ES) | 6 |
| Squad Commander | Fire & Emergency Services (F & ES) | 5 |
| Assistant Jailor | Prison Department | 39 |
| Total | 102 |
Age Limit – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Post | Age Limit as on 01.01.2026 | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector (UB) | 20 to 26 years (born between 01.01.2000 and 01.01.2006) | SC/ST (P)/ST (H): +5 years; OBC/MOBC: +3 years |
| Sub Inspector of Police (Communication) | 20 to 26 years (born between 01.01.2000 and 01.01.2006) | SC/ST (P)/ST (H): +5 years; OBC/MOBC: +3 years |
| Station Officer | 20 to 24 years (born between 01.01.2002 and 01.01.2006) | SC/ST (P)/ST (H): +5 years; OBC/MOBC: +3 years |
| Squad Commander | 20 to 24 years (born between 01.01.2002 and 01.01.2006) | SC/ST (P)/ST (H): +5 years; OBC/MOBC: +3 years |
| Assistant Jailor | 21 to 40 years (born between 01.01.1986 and 01.01.2005) | SC/ST (P)/ST (H): +5 years; OBC/MOBC: +3 years; Ex-Servicemen: +2 years |
| Age Proof | Age will be calculated only as per HSLC Admit Card or HSLC Pass Certificate issued by recognized Board/Council. | |
Salary Structure – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Post | Pay Band & Scale | Grade Pay | Allowances |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Posts (SI UB, SI Communication, Station Officer, Squad Commander, Assistant Jailor) | Pay Band 2, Rs. 14,000–70,000 per month | Rs. 8,700 | Other allowances as admissible under Assam Government rules; pension benefits as per prevailing pension scheme. |
Eligibility Criteria – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Citizenship & Residence | Applicant must be a citizen of India and permanent resident of Assam. |
| Proof of Residence | Selected candidates must submit proof of residence after final selection. SC, ST and OBC/MOBC candidates are exempt from this requirement. |
| Employment Exchange Registration | Applicant must be registered with a local Employment Exchange in Assam. |
| Language | Applicant must speak Assamese or any other State language fluently. |
| Educational Qualification – Sub Inspector (UB) & Assistant Jailor | Graduate in Arts, Science or Commerce or equivalent stream from a recognized college/institution affiliated to a recognized university. |
| Educational Qualification – Station Officer & Squad Commander | B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognized college/institution affiliated to a recognized university. |
| Educational Qualification – SI of Police (Communication) | B.Sc. (Electronics Science/IT/Computer Science) or 3-year diploma in Electronics & Telecommunication/Electronics/IT/Instrumentation/Computer Engineering/Computer Science with specified work experience or additional telecommunication/IT/computer courses, or MCA, or B.E./B.Tech in E&TC/Computer/Instrumentation/IT or equivalent disciplines. |
| Physical Standards – SI (UB), SI Communication, Station Officer, Squad Commander | Height (Male): 162.5 cm for General/OBC/MOBC/SC, 160 cm for ST (P)/ST (H). Height (Female): 154 cm for General/OBC/MOBC/SC, 152 cm for ST (P)/ST (H). Chest (Male): 80–85 cm for General/OBC/MOBC/SC/ST (P); 78–83 cm for ST (H). |
| Physical Standards – Assistant Jailor | Height (Male): 162.5 cm (General/OBC/MOBC/SC), 160 cm (ST). Height (Female): 144.5 cm (General/OBC/MOBC/SC), 142 cm (ST). Chest (Male): minimum 81 cm deflated. |
| Medical Standards – SI & Equivalent Posts | Candidate must be in good mental and bodily health, free from physical deformities and diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, hernia, piles, respiratory diseases, knock-knee, flat foot etc. Not colour blind or squint eyed. Distance vision 6/6 in one eye and not poorer than 6/9 in other without correction; near vision normal. Varicose veins considered temporary disqualification. |
| Medical Standards – Assistant Jailor | Weight proportionate to height and age as per medical standards; candidate must be of sound health mentally and physically and free from infirmity likely to interfere with duties. |
Category-wise Breakdown – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Post | Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector (UB) | Unreserved | 22 | 9 | 31 |
| OBC/MOBC | 8 | 3 | 11 | |
| Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| SC | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| ST (P) | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| ST (H) | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| SI of Police (Communication) | OBC/MOBC | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| SC | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Station Officer | Unreserved | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| OBC/MOBC | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| ST (P) | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Squad Commander | Unreserved | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| OBC/MOBC | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| ST (P) | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Assistant Jailor | Unreserved | 17 | 2 | 19 |
| OBC/MOBC | 7 | 0 | 7 | |
| Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| SC | 5 | 1 | 6 | |
| ST (P) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| ST (H) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Application Fee – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee | Details |
|---|---|---|
| All Candidates | Nil | There is no application fee for Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026 for any category. |
How to Apply
| Step | Process |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit the official SLPRB Assam website https://slprbassam.in/ and read the detailed advertisement carefully. |
| Step 2 | From 16 December 2025, open the online application portal at https://apcap.in/. |
| Step 3 | Register once in the application portal using your name as per HSLC certificate, valid mobile number and provide Employment Exchange Number, highest qualification, permanent district, gender, caste/category, date of birth and Aadhaar number. |
| Step 4 | After registration, note down the generated Application ID. Log in using Application ID or registered mobile number and date of birth. |
| Step 5 | Apply for this advertisement, select post preferences (if applicable), and fill in personal, educational and other required details accurately. |
| Step 6 | Upload photograph, signature, age proof, educational certificates, Employment Exchange Card, Aadhaar Card, caste certificate (if applicable) and Ex-Servicemen documents where applicable. |
| Step 7 | Verify all details, generate OTP if required, submit the application and download/print the Acknowledgement Slip for future reference. |
Essential Links – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Resource | Link & Description |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification PDF | Download Assam Police Sub Inspector, Station Officer, Squad Commander & Assistant Jailor Recruitment 2026 Detailed Advertisement (PDF) |
| Official Website – SLPRB Assam | Visit State Level Police Recruitment Board Assam Official Website for Latest SI & Police Recruitment Updates |
| Online Application Portal | Apply Online for Assam Police Sub Inspector (UB), SI Communication, Station Officer, Squad Commander & Assistant Jailor Recruitment 2026 via APCAP Portal (Active from 16.12.2025) |
Documents Required – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Document | Details / Purpose |
|---|---|
| Latest Passport Size Photograph | JPEG/JPG/PNG format, maximum size 450 KB. |
| Signature | Digital photo of signature in black or dark blue ink on white paper, JPEG/JPG/PNG format, maximum size 100 KB. |
| Age Proof | HSLC Admit Card or HSLC Pass Certificate from recognized Board/Council. |
| Educational Certificates | Pass Certificate & Marksheet of required qualification (Graduation/B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech/Diploma/MCA) as applicable to the post. |
| Employment Exchange Registration Card | Proof of registration with a local Employment Exchange in Assam. |
| Aadhaar Card | Mandatory identity document as per instructions. |
| Caste Certificate | SC/ST/OBC/MOBC certificate issued by competent authority authorized by Govt. of Assam. Certificates from other states will not be accepted. |
| Ex-Servicemen Documents (Assistant Jailor) | Copy of Discharge Book and Identity Card for Ex-Servicemen claiming age relaxation. |
Exam Pattern – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Test | 100 multiple choice questions, each carrying 1 mark, total 100 marks. Negative marking of 0.5 mark for each wrong answer. Subjects: Logical reasoning, aptitude, English comprehension, matters relating to history and culture of Assam and India, and general knowledge. Question paper in Assamese/Bodo/Bengali/English. |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | 40 marks. For males: 1600 meters race and long jump; for females: 800 meters race and long jump. Events are monitored under CCTV and using RFID chips; minimum qualifying distances/times apply. |
| Physical Standard Test (PST) | Conducted after Medical Examination to verify height and chest requirements as per prescribed standards. PST carries no marks and is qualifying in nature. |
| Oral / Viva-Voce | Maximum 5 marks. Candidates are shortlisted for viva at twice the number of vacancies based on total marks of Written Test and PET. |
| NCC Weightage | Maximum 5 marks based on NCC Certificates: NCC ‘C’ – 5 marks; NCC ‘B’ – 3 marks; NCC ‘A’ – 2 marks. |
Selection Procedure – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Stage | Process & Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Online Application & Scrutiny | Applications submitted online are checked for completeness, eligibility and validity of documents. Defective or invalid applications are rejected. |
| Stage 2: Written Test | All eligible applicants appear for the written test. Marks scored in written test are used to shortlist candidates for PET & PST at 5 times the number of posts per category. |
| Stage 3: PET, Medical Examination & PST | Shortlisted candidates undergo PET (40 marks) followed by Medical Examination and PST. Biometric verification is conducted at multiple stages and documents are verified during PET & PST. |
| Stage 4: Viva-Voce & NCC Weightage | Candidates twice the number of vacancies per category are called for viva-voce (5 marks) based on total marks in written test and PET. NCC certificate holders receive additional marks up to 5 as per NCC level. |
| Stage 5: Final Merit List | Final result is prepared on 150-mark scale: Written Test 100 + PET 40 + NCC 5 + Viva 5 = 150 marks. In case of tie, older candidate is placed higher; if date of birth is also same, candidate with higher height is ranked higher. |
| Stage 6: Verification, Training & Appointment | Selection is subject to satisfactory Police Verification and Final Medical Examination. Selected candidates undergo basic training and must serve a minimum of 3 years or refund training and travel costs if leaving early. Posting can be in any district or unit of Assam. |
Job Location – Assam Police SUB INSPECTOR Recruitment 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam Police Housing Corporation Limited, Rehabari, Guwahati – 781008, Assam, India. |
| Posting Departments | Assam Police, APRO, Fire & Emergency Services, Prison Department. |
| Place of Posting | Any district or unit anywhere in the State of Assam as decided by the competent authority. District of selection has no link with place of posting. |
Frequently Asked Questions – Assam Police Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026
1. How many vacancies are available in Assam Police SI Recruitment 2026?
A total of 102 vacancies are available across SI (UB), SI Communication, Station Officer, Squad Commander and Assistant Jailor posts.
2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 16 January 2026.
3. When does the online application process start?
The online application portal opens on 16 December 2025.
4. Is there any application fee?
No. There is no application fee for any category.
5. What are the educational qualifications required?
SI (UB) & Assistant Jailor require graduation. Station Officer & Squad Commander require B.Sc. PCM. SI Communication requires B.Sc. (Electronics/IT/CS), Diploma (Electronics/IT/Telecom) or MCA/B.Tech.
6. What is the age limit for SI posts?
SI (UB) & SI Communication: 20–26 years. Station Officer & Squad Commander: 20–24 years. Assistant Jailor: 21–40 years. Category relaxations apply.
7. What are the physical standards required?
Height (Male): 162.5 cm (General/OBC/SC), 160 cm (ST). Height (Female): 154 cm (General/OBC/SC), 152 cm (ST). Chest (Male): 80–85 cm; ST(H): 78–83 cm.
8. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Written Test, PET, Medical Test, PST, NCC weightage and Viva‑Voce.
9. What documents are required during application?
HSLC Admit Card, graduation/B.Sc./Diploma certificates, Employment Exchange Card, Aadhaar, photograph, signature and caste certificate (if applicable).
10. What is the pay scale for SI and equivalent posts?
The pay scale is Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB‑2) with Grade Pay Rs. 8,700 plus allowances.
11. Can candidates edit their application after submission?
Yes. A 5‑day edit window is available after the last date, subject to SLPRB approval.
12. Where can I apply online?
You can apply online at the official portal: https://apcap.in/ (active from 16.12.2025).