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.
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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
