Last Date to Apply – 22 February 2026
Introduction – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam has announced a comprehensive recruitment drive for 2,972 vacancies across Forest Department, APRO, Fire & Emergency Services, DGCD & CGHG, and Assam Police. Posts include Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, AFPF Constable, Constable (WO/WT & UB), Sub-Officer, Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman (Constable), Bugler, and Boatman. Online applications open from 22 January 2026 and close on 22 February 2026.
There is no application fee. Candidates must be citizens and permanent residents of Assam, registered with a local Employment Exchange, and fluent in Assamese or any state language. Selection involves PET, Medical, PST, Written Test, Walking Test (for Forester/Forest Guard/Game Watcher), Oral/Viva Voce, Trade Proficiency (Bandman/Bugler), and Swimming & Boating (Boatman).
Job overview – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiring organization: | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam, REHABARI, GUWAHATI –781008 |
| Notification number & date: | No. SLPRB/REC/FG-I & CONST./FOREST-APRO-ETC /731/2025/134, dated 16-01-2026 |
| Total vacancies: | 2,972 |
| Application window: | 22-01-2026 to 22-02-2026 |
| Application fee: | Nil |
| Job location: | Assam (district/unit posting as per department) |
Important dates – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of online application: | 22 January 2026 |
| Last date to apply: | 22 February 2026 |
| Edit window: | 5 days after 22 February 2026 (single edit, subject to SLPRB approval) |
Vacancy details – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Grade Pay | Pay Band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester Grade-I: | 211 (incl. 4 Ex-Servicemen) | Rs. 6400 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Forest Guard: | 504 (incl. 10 Ex-Servicemen) | Rs. 5600 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Game Watcher: | 74 (incl. 1 Ex-Serviceman) | Rs. 5600 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| AFPF Constable: | 405 | Rs. 5600 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Constable (WO/WT) in APRO: | 642 | Rs. 6200 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Constable (UB) in APRO: | 1 | Rs. 5600 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Sub-Officer: | 1 | Rs. 6200 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Fireman: | 337 (Male) | Rs. 5000 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Emergency Rescuer: | 41 (Male) | Rs. 5000 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Constable (Grade-III) under DGCD & CGHG: | 733 (incl. 15 Ex-Servicemen) | Rs. 5600 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Bandman (Constable): | 11 | Rs. 5600 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Bugler: | 2 | Rs. 4400 | Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) |
| Boatman (Assam Police): | 10 (Male) | Rs. 4200 | Rs. 12,000–52,000 (PB-1) |
| Total: | 2,972 | — | — |
Age limit – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Post group | Age as on 01-01-2026 | Birth date range | Relaxations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Officer: | 20–24 years | 01-01-2002 to 01-01-2006 | SC/ST(P)/ST(H): +5 yrs; OBC/MOBC: +3 yrs |
| Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler, Forester Grade-I, Game Watcher, Forest Guard: | 18–40 years | 01-01-1986 to 01-01-2008 | SC/ST(P)/ST(H): +5 yrs; OBC/MOBC: +3 yrs; Ex-Servicemen (these posts): +2 yrs |
| AFPF Constable, Constable (WO/WT), Constable (UB), Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Boatman: | 18–25 years | 01-01-2001 to 01-01-2008 | SC/ST(P)/ST(H): +5 yrs; OBC/MOBC: +3 yrs; Trained Home Guards (APRO Constables): +3 yrs |
Salary structure – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Post | Pay Band | Grade Pay | Allowances |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most posts (PB-2): | Rs. 14,000–70,000 | Rs. 4400–6400 (post-wise) | As admissible under rules |
| Boatman (PB-1): | Rs. 12,000–52,000 | Rs. 4200 | As admissible under rules |
Eligibility criteria – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Citizenship & residence: | Citizen of India and permanent resident of Assam; proof of residence required after final select list (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC exempt from residence certificate) |
| Employment Exchange: | Registration in a local Employment Exchange in Assam |
| Language: | Must speak Assamese or any other state language fluently |
| Educational (post-wise): |
Forester Grade-I: Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline). Sub-Officer & Constable (WO/WT): H.S. (Science) with PCM; pass marks in PCM required. Fireman & Emergency Rescuer: H.S. (Science). Forest Guard, Game Watcher, Constable (UB) in APRO: H.S. (10+2) or equivalent. AFPF Constable, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler: HSLC or equivalent. Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler (except Ex-Servicemen): Home Guard Certificate or NCC ‘A’. Bandman: Proficiency in Bagpipes, Snare/Tenor/Bass Drums. Bugler: Proficiency in Bugle. Boatman: HSLC, proficiency in swimming; preferable—higher education, sports/martial arts, Home Guard experience, Lifeguard certificate, crew training. |
| Physical standards: |
Forester/Forest Guard/Game Watcher—Height: Male GEN/OBC/MOBC/SC: 163 cm; Female: 150 cm. ST(P)/ST(H): Male 153 cm; Female 145 cm. Chest (men): 79 cm + 5 cm expansion. AFPF/WO/WT/UB/Sub-Officer/Fireman/Emergency Rescuer/Constable Grade-III/Bandman/Bugler/Boatman—Height: Male GEN/OBC/MOBC/SC: 162.5 cm; Female: 154 cm. ST(P)/ST(H): Male 160 cm; Female 152 cm. Chest (men): GEN/OBC/MOBC/SC/ST(P): 80 cm + 5 cm; ST(H): 78 cm + 5 cm. |
| Medical standards: | Good mental and bodily health; free from specified diseases/deformities; not colour blind/squint eyed; distance vision 6/6 (one eye) and ≥6/9 (other) without correction; near vision normal; varicose vein—temporary disqualification |
Category-wise breakdown table (GEN, OBC, SC/ST)
| Post | GEN | OBC/MOBC | SC | ST(P) | ST(H) | Tea Tribes & Adivasi | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forester Grade-I: | 125 | 49 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 211 |
| Forest Guard: | 276 | 109 | 16 | 98 | 2 | 3 | 504 |
| Game Watcher: | 39 | 14 | 7 | 9 | 5 | — | 74 |
| AFPF Constable: | 129 | 167 | 24 | 67 | 13 | 5 | 405 |
| Constable (WO/WT): | 510 | 14 | 14 | — | 63 | 41 | 642 |
| Constable (UB): | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Sub-Officer: | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Fireman (Male): | 100 | 115 | 30 | 46 | 33 | 13 | 337 |
| Emergency Rescuer (Male): | — | 12 | 7 | 8 | 14 | — | 41 |
| Constable (Grade-III): | 270 | 283 | 42 | 60 | 41 | 22 | 718 |
| Bandman (Constable): | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 11 |
| Bugler: | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| Boatman (Male): | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 10 |
Application fee – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates: | Nil |
How to apply – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1. Registration: | Register once with exact HSLC name, father’s/mother’s names; valid mobile number; provide Employment Exchange number, highest qualification, permanent district, gender, caste/category, DOB, Aadhaar |
| 2. Login: | Use Application ID or registered mobile with DOB; keep mobile active till recruitment completion |
| 3. Application: | Select advertisement, post preferences (if applicable), fill personal & academic details, upload photo/signature/certificates, generate OTP, download acknowledgement |
| 4. Edit window: | Single edit within 5 days post last date, subject to SLPRB approval |
Important links – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Detailed advertisement with vacancies, eligibility, PET/PST, exam pattern, and selection process |
| SLPRB Assam Website | Recruitment updates, admit cards, schedules, and announcements |
| Apply Online | Registration and application submission portal for all advertised posts |
Documents required – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Photograph: | Passport size; max 450 KB; JPEG/JPG/PNG |
| Signature: | Black/dark blue ink on white paper; max 100 KB; JPEG/JPG/PNG |
| Age proof: | HSLC Admit Card/Certificate (only accepted for age) |
| Education certificates & marksheets: | As per post (Bachelor/H.S. Science PCM/H.S. Science/10+2/HSLC) |
| Home Guard/NCC: | Home Guard or NCC ‘A’ (Constable Grade-III/Bandman/Bugler); NCC B/C for weightage |
| Swimming proficiency: | Mandatory for Boatman |
| Employment Exchange card & Aadhaar: | Mandatory |
| Caste certificate: | From competent Assam authority only (if applicable) |
| Ex-Servicemen: | Discharge Book & Identity Card (for reservation/age relaxation) |
Exam pattern – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Post | Written test | Subjects | Language | Negative marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forester Grade-I: | 100 MCQs; 100 marks; OMR | Logical reasoning, Aptitude, English comprehension; History & Culture (Assam/India); GK | Assamese/Bodo/Bengali/English | −0.5 per wrong answer |
| Other posts: | 100 MCQs; 50 marks; OMR; Class IX–X level | Elementary Arithmetic; General English; Logical reasoning/Mental ability; Assam’s History/Geography/Polity/Economy; GK & Current Affairs | Assamese/Bodo/Bengali/English | No negative marking |
Selection procedure (dates & details) – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Stage | Details | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| PET & Medical → PST: | PET (Race & Long Jump under CCTV/RFID), Medical exam, then PST (height/chest) | PET: 40; PST: Qualifying |
| Written test: | Shortlisted at 5× category-wise based on PET marks | Forester: 100; Others: 50 |
| Walking test (Forester/Forest Guard/Game Watcher): | 26 km (Male), 16 km (Female) in 4 hours | Qualifying |
| Oral/Viva Voce: | Called at 2× vacancies based on PET + Written | 5 |
| Trade/Skill tests: | Bandman & Bugler: Trade Proficiency; Boatman: Swimming & Boating | 10 |
| NCC weightage: | NCC C: 5; NCC B: 3; NCC A: 2 (not applicable for Constable Grade-III/Bandman/Bugler) | Up to 5 |
| Final merit: | Forester: 150; Others: 100; Boatman/Bandman/Bugler: 110. Tie-breaker: older age, then higher height | As stated |
Job location – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
| Region | Posting |
|---|---|
| Assam: | Any district/unit across the State as per departmental requirements |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026
1. What is the Assam SLPRB Forest Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment drive by the State Level Police Recruitment Board, Assam, for 2,972 vacancies across Forest, APRO, Fire & Emergency, DGCD & CGHG, and Assam Police departments.
2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 2,972 vacancies are available across multiple posts including Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, AFPF Constable, Constable (WO/WT & UB), Sub-Officer, Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler, and Boatman.
3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit online applications is 22 February 2026.
4. Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee for this recruitment.
5. What are the age limits for different posts?
Age limits vary: Sub-Officer (20–24 years), Forester/Forest Guard/Game Watcher/Constable Grade-III/Bandman/Bugler (18–40 years), AFPF Constable/Constable WO/WT/UB/Fireman/Emergency Rescuer/Boatman (18–25 years). Relaxations apply for reserved categories.
6. What educational qualifications are required?
Qualifications range from HSLC to Bachelor’s Degree depending on the post. For example, Forester Grade-I requires a Bachelor’s Degree, while AFPF Constable requires HSLC.
7. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Medical Examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Written Test, Walking Test (for Forester/Forest Guard/Game Watcher), Oral/Viva Voce, Trade Proficiency Test (Bandman/Bugler), and Swimming & Boating Test (Boatman).
8. What are the salary ranges?
Salaries range from Rs. 12,000–52,000 (PB-1) for Boatman to Rs. 14,000–70,000 (PB-2) for other posts, with Grade Pay between Rs. 4200–6400 plus allowances.
9. How can candidates apply online?
Candidates must register on the official portal, fill in personal and academic details, upload required documents, and submit the application online. The application portal is available at https://apcap.in/reg-inst/page.
10. What documents are required for application?
Mandatory documents include photograph, signature, age proof (HSLC certificate), educational certificates, Employment Exchange card, Aadhaar, caste certificate (if applicable), and proficiency certificates for specific posts.
11. Are there reservations for Ex-Servicemen?
Yes, specific posts such as Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, and Bugler have reserved vacancies for Ex-Servicemen.
12. Where will the job postings be located?
Selected candidates will be posted across Assam in various districts and units as per departmental requirements.