Assam Rifles Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 95 Rifleman/Riflewoman (GD) Posts

Are you a talented athlete looking to serve the nation? The Office of the Director General Assam Rifles, Shillong has released the official notification for the Meritorious Sportspersons Recruitment Rally 2026. This is a golden opportunity for male and female sportspersons to join the oldest paramilitary force in India as Rifleman/Riflewoman (General Duty).

In this post, we provide all the essential details including vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, important dates, and the step-by-step application process.

Assam Rifles Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Mark these dates on your calendar to ensure you don't miss the deadline:

• Online Application Starts: January 10, 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online: February 9, 2026

• Recruitment Rally Date: February 2026 to May 2026 (Tentative)

Vacancy Details by Sports Discipline

A total of 95 vacancies are distributed across various sports. Some of the key disciplines include:

• Football: (Male: 02, Female: 02)

• Boxing: (Male: 03, Female: 02)

• Karate: (Male: 07, Female: 05)

• Athletics: (Male: 02, Female: 02)

• Shooting: (Male: 05, Female: 03)

• Archery & Polo: (Vacancies available for both)

• Other disciplines: Wushu, Judo, Taekwondo, Fencing, Pencak Silat, Rowing, Badminton, and Cross Country.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized board.

2. Sports Qualification

• Players who have participated in International/National Competitions, Inter-University Tournaments, National Sports/Games for Schools, or Khelo India (University/Youth/Winter Games) are eligible.

3. Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)

• General/OBC: 18 to 28 years

• SC/ST: 18 to 33 years

• (Note: Candidates should be born between 01 Jan 1998 and 01 Jan 2008 for General/OBC).

Application Fee

• General / OBC: ₹100/-

• SC / ST / Female: Exempted (No Fee)

• Mode of Payment: Online through the link provided in the application portal or via SBI Bank Challan.

Selection Process

The recruitment rally involves several rigorous stages:

1. Document Verification: Checking of all original educational and sports certificates.

2. Physical Standard Test (PST): Height and chest measurements (varies by region).

3. Field Trials: Practical trial in the respective sports discipline.

4. Medical Examination: Detailed and Review Medical Examination.

5. Final Merit List: Based on sports achievements and field trial performance.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website: www.assamrifles.gov.in.

2. Click on the "Online Application" link for Sports Quota Recruitment 2026.

3. Select your category and fill in your personal, educational, and sports details.

4. Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, 10th Certificate, Sports Certificates).

5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and upload the payment receipt.

6. Submit the form and print the final application and call letter for the rally.