The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam has officially released a Assam Forest Department Recruitment Notification 2026 for multiple posts across Assam Police, Forest Department, APRO, Fire & Emergency Services, DGCD & CGHG. A total of thousands of vacancies are announced for posts such as Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, AFPF Constable, Constable (WO/WT & UB), Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, Sub-Officer, Bandman, Bugler, and Boatman. Eligible candidates who are permanent residents of Assam can apply online from 22 January 2026 to 22 February 2026. There is no application fee for this recruitment.
Assam Forest Department Recruitment 2026: Overview
Recruiting Authority: State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam
Departments Covered:
- Assam Police
- Forest Department
- Assam Police Radio Organisation (APRO)
- Fire & Emergency Services
- DGCD & CGHG
Mode of Application: Online
Application Fee: Nil
Assam Forest Department Vacancy Details
Post-wise Vacancy Summary:
- Forester Grade-I – 211 Posts
- Forest Guard – 504 Posts
- Game Watcher – 74 Posts
- AFPF Constable – 405 Posts
- Constable (WO/WT) – 642 Posts
- Constable (UB) in APRO – 1 Post
- Sub-Officer – 1 Post
- Fireman – 337 Posts
- Emergency Rescuer – 41 Posts
- Constable (Grade-III) – 733 Posts
- Bandman (Constable) – 11 Posts
- Bugler – 2 Posts
- Boatman – 10 Posts
Eligibility Criteria Assam Forest Department
Nationality & Domicile
- Applicant must be a Citizen of India
- Must be a Permanent Resident of Assam
- Must be registered with a local Employment Exchange in Assam
- Must be able to speak Assamese or any other State language fluently
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Sub-Officer | 20 – 24 Years |
| Forester Grade-I | 18 – 40 Years |
| Forest Guard | 18 – 40 Years |
| Game Watcher | 18 – 40 Years |
| Constable (Grade-III) | 18 – 40 Years |
| Bandman (Constable) | 18 – 40 Years |
| Bugler | 18 – 40 Years |
| AFPF Constable | 18 – 25 Years |
| Constable (WO/WT) | 18 – 25 Years |
| Constable (UB) | 18 – 25 Years |
| Fireman | 18 – 25 Years |
| Emergency Rescuer | 18 – 25 Years |
| Boatman | 18 – 25 Years |
Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST (P) / ST (H): 5 years
- OBC / MOBC: 3 years
- Trained Home Guards (APRO Constable): Additional 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Additional 2 years (selected posts)
Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
- Forester Grade-I: Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline)
- Sub-Officer & Constable (WO/WT): H.S. (Science) with PCM
- Fireman & Emergency Rescuer: H.S. (Science)
- Forest Guard, Game Watcher, Constable (UB): H.S. (10+2)
- AFPF Constable, Constable (Grade-III), Bandman, Bugler: HSLC
- Boatman: HSLC + Swimming Proficiency
Additional skill requirements apply for Bandman, Bugler, and Boatman.
Selection Process Assam Forest Department Recruitment 2026
The recruitment process includes multiple stages:
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Written Test
- Walking Test (Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher only)
- Oral / Viva-Voce
- Trade Proficiency Test (Bandman & Bugler)
- Swimming & Boating Test (Boatman)
Final merit will be prepared based on PET + Written Test + NCC + Viva / Skill Tests, as applicable.
How to Apply for Assam Police & Forest Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official SLPRB Assam website
- Register once only using a valid mobile number
- Generate and save your Application ID
- Log in and select the relevant advertisement
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents
- Fill personal, academic, and category details carefully
- Submit the application and download the acknowledgement slip
Important Dates Assam Forest Department Recruitment 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 22 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 22 February 2026
- Edit Window: 5 days after last date (one-time only)
- PET / PST / Written Exam Dates: To be notified later
Important Web Links Assam Forest Department Recruitment 2026
Official Website: https://www.slprbassam.in
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Online Application Link: 22/01/2026

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