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Assam Forest Physical Test Date 2026: PET/PST Schedule & Admit Card Update for 2,972 Posts

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Updated: Jul 30, 2026
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The Assam Forest Department will soon announce the Physical Test date for 2,972 vacancies. Candidates are advised to review the official notification for comprehensive guidelines regarding the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam, is set to release the official schedule for the Assam Police and Forest Guard Physical Test 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 2,972 positions, including Forester, Forest Guard, and various Constable roles, marking a significant career opportunity for those aspiring to join the Assam government services.

Assam Forest PMT Date 2026 Out Soon

Assam Forest physical test dates will be published on the official SLPRB portal. Candidates who applied for the Assam Forest Recruitment 2026 should focus on their physical conditioning for the upcoming Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). The SLPRB ensures a rigorous selection process to evaluate candidates' fitness standards.

Assam Forest Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

This recruitment initiative by SLPRB Assam is designed to bolster both the state police force and the forest department. With over 2,500 vacancies announced, this remains a premier opportunity for HSLC, 12th-pass, and graduate candidates seeking stable government employment with promising long-term growth prospects.

Particulars Details
Organisation State Level Police Recruitment Board, Assam (SLPRB)
Recruitment Name Assam Forest Recruitment 2026
Posts Constable, Forest Guard, Forester, Fireman, Boatman, Bugler, Bandman & others
Total Vacancies 2,972+ (Across multiple posts)
Notification Date 17 January 2026
Apply Start Date 22 January 2026
Apply Last Date 22 February 2026
Educational Qualification HSLC / 12th / Graduation (varies by post)
Age Limit 20 – 24 years
Selection Process PET/PST → Written Test → Walking Test → Viva Voce → Trade Proficiency Test → Swimming/Boating Test (varies by post)
Official Website www.slprbassam.in

Assam Police Vacancy 2026 Posts-wise

The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam, has officially notified 2,972 vacancies for the 2026 recruitment cycle. We strongly recommend that all applicants carefully review the official notification PDF to understand the post-wise and category-wise distribution of these vacancies before the physical testing phase begins.

Assam Forester Recruitment 2026 - Grade-I (Total Posts: 211)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 88 37 125
OBC / MOBC 34 15 49
Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities 2 0 2
SC 9 4 13
ST (P) 12 5 17
ST (H) 3 2 5
Total 148 63 211

Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 (Total Posts: 504)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 193 83 276
OBC / MOBC 76 33 109
Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities 2 1 3
SC 11 5 16
ST (P) 69 29 98
ST (H) 2 0 2
Total 353 151 504

Assam Game Watcher Vacancy 2026 (Total Posts: 74)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 27 12 39
OBC / MOBC 10 4 14
SC 5 2 7
ST (P) 6 3 9
ST (H) 4 1 5
Total 52 22 74

AFPF Constable – Forest Department (Total Posts: 405)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 116 13 129
OBC / MOBC 150 17 167
Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities 4 1 5
SC 22 2 24
ST (P) 60 7 67
ST (H) 12 1 13
Total 364 41 405

Constable (WO/WT) – APRO (Total Posts: 642)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 238 272 510
OBC / MOBC 0 14 14
Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities 23 18 41
SC 0 14 14
ST (H) 49 14 63
Total 310 332 642

Assam Police Constable (UB) – APRO (Total Posts: 1)

Category Male Female Total
ST (P) 1 0 1

Sub-Officer (Total Posts: 1)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 1 0 1

Fireman (Male Only – Total Posts: 337)

Category Posts
Unreserved 100
OBC / MOBC 115
Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities 13
SC 30
ST (P) 46
ST (H) 33
Total 337

Emergency Rescuer (Male Only – Total Posts: 41)

Category Posts
OBC / MOBC 12
SC 7
ST (P) 8
ST (H) 14
Total 41

Constable (Grade-III) (Total Posts: 733)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 189 81 270
OBC / MOBC 198 85 283
Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities 15 7 22
SC 29 13 42
ST (P) 42 18 60
ST (H) 29 12 41
Total 502 216 718

Constable (Grade-III) – Ex-Servicemen (All Genders)

Category Number of Allotted Posts
Unreserved 6
OBC / MOBC 6
SC 1
ST (P) 1
ST (H) 1
Grand Total 15

Bandman (Constable)

Category Male Female Total
Unreserved 4 2 6
OBC / MOBC 2 1 3
SC 1 0 1
ST (P) 1 0 1
Total 8 3 11

Assam Forest Apply Online 2026 For Various Posts

The application process for the 2,972 Assam Police and Forest recruitment vacancies concluded on 22 February 2026. The window was open from 22 January 2026, and all submitted applications are currently undergoing verification by SLPRB authorities.

Steps to Apply for Assam Police Recruitment 2026

Applicants for the Assam Police Recruitment 2026 were required to complete the registration process via the official SLPRB portal by meeting all specified eligibility criteria.

  1. Visit the official SLPRB website at @slprbassam.in.
  2. Click on the “Assam Police Recruitment 2026” link available on the homepage.
  3. Register by entering basic details such as name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
  4. After successful registration, log in using the credentials sent to your email or mobile.
  5. Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
  6. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and educational certificates in the prescribed format.
    No application fee is required.
  7. Carefully review all details and submit the application form online.
  8. After submission, download the confirmation receipt and keep it safe for future reference.

Mandatory Documents to Upload – Assam Forest Recruitment 2026:

  • Photograph: Latest passport-size photo, maximum 450 KB (JPEG/JPG/PNG)
  • Signature: On white paper using black/dark blue ink, maximum 100 KB
  • Age Proof: HSLC Admit Card/Certificate or equivalent
  • Forester Grade-I: Bachelor’s Degree
  • Forest Guard & Game Watcher: HS (10+2) Certificate

What Are the Eligibility Criteria For Assam Police Recruitment 2026?

Eligibility for these posts includes specific educational requirements, age limit thresholds, citizenship status, and strict adherence to physical standard parameters defined in the official recruitment guidelines.

Educational Qualification

Post Name Educational / Other Qualifications
Forester Grade–I Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.
Sub Officer & Constable (WO/WT) H.S. (Science) passed with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized Board or Council. Candidates must have obtained pass marks in PCM in the H.S. (Science) examination.
Fireman & Emergency Rescuer H.S. (Science) passed from a recognized Board or Council.
Forest Guard, Game Watcher & Constable (UB) HS (10+2) or equivalent examination passed from a recognized Board or Council.
APFP Constable, Constable (Grade–III), Bandman (Constable) & Bugler HSLC or equivalent examination passed from a recognized Board or Council.
Constable (Grade–III), Bandman (Constable) & Bugler (Except Ex-Servicemen) Home Guard Certificate or minimum NCC ‘A’ Certificate.
Bandman (Constable) Proficiency in a specific musical instrument, i.e., playing Bagpipes (Great Highland Bagpipes), Snare Drums, Tenor Drums, and Bass Drum, etc.
Bugler Proficiency in a specific musical instrument, i.e., playing the Bugle.

Age Limit

For detailed information regarding age relaxation and post-wise age criteria, please refer to the official notification published on the SLPRB website.

Post Name Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)
Sub-Officer 20–24 years
Constable (Grade-III), Bandman (Constable), Bugler, Forester Grade-I, Game Watcher & Forest Guard 18–40 years
AFPF Constable, Constable (WO/WT), Constable (UB), Fireman & Emergency Rescuer, Boatman 18–25 years

Assam Police Forester & Forest Guard Exam Pattern 2026

The SLPRB conducts written examinations for Forest Guard, Forester, and Game Watcher positions. The exam structure, syllabus, and marking scheme are defined within the formal recruitment notification.

SLPRB Forester Exam Pattern 2026

  • The exam will consist of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Each question carries 1 mark
  • 0.5 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
  • Total exam duration: 2 hours
Subjects Questions Marks Duration
Logical Reasoning, Aptitude & English Comprehension
History & Culture of Assam and India 100 100 2 Hours
General Knowledge

SLPRB Forest Guard & Game Watcher Exam Pattern 2026

  • The exam will have 100 MCQs from different subjects
  • Each question carries 0.5 mark
  • No negative marking for wrong answers
Subjects Questions Marks Duration
Elementary Arithmetic
General English
Logical Reasoning / Mental Ability 100 50 As notified
Assam’s History, Geography, Polity & Economy
General Awareness & Current Affairs

Assam Police Recruitment 2026 Physical Standards

All candidates must meet the minimum physical standards, which include mandatory requirements for height, weight, and chest measurements (for male candidates).

Physical standards applicable to Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, and Game Watcher positions:

Category Height Chest
Male (General/OBC/MOBC/SC ) 163 Min 79   +5 cm
ST (P)/ST (H) 153 Min 79    +5 cm
Female(General/OBC/MOBC/SC ) 150
ST (P)/ST (H) 145

Physical standards applicable to AFPF Constable, APRO Constables, Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, and other related support staff positions:

category Height  chest
Male(General/OBC/MOBC/SC) 162.5 Min 80 cm
ST (P)/ST (H) 160 Min 78 cm
Female(General/OBC/MOBC/SC ) 154
ST (P)/ST (H) 152

Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 40 Marks

The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) is the most critical phase for candidates applying for Constable roles, serving as a primary filter to ensure only the fittest candidates proceed.

The PET assessments typically include various physical tasks such as long jumps, running, and endurance tests tailored to the requirements of the specific post.

Event Male Female
Race 3200 mt (14 Min) 1600 mt (8 min)
Long Jump 335 cm (3 chances ) 224 cm (3 chances)

Selection Process Of Assam Police Recruitment 2026

The selection process for the 2026 recruitment involves a multi-stage approach. Candidates are evaluated through the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), medical screenings, and a comprehensive written examination. Only those qualifying in all mandatory physical stages will be permitted to advance to the written testing phase.

Depending on the specific post, candidates may undergo additional specialized assessments including walking tests, viva voce, trade proficiency tests, or swimming/boating trials as part of the Assam Forest Recruitment 2026.

  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Medical Examination
  • Physical Standard Test (PST)
  • Written Examination
  • Walking Test (for Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, and Game Watcher)
  • Oral/Viva Voce
  • Trade Proficiency Test (for Bandman/Constable and Bugler)
  • Swimming and Boating Test (for Boatman)

Final Merit List For Assam Police Recruitment 2026

Final merit lists will be compiled based on the total marks secured in the written examinations and applicable skill tests as specified in the recruitment rules.

  1.  For Forester Grade-I:
Event Marks
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 40 marks
Written Test 100 marks
NCC 5 marks
Oral/Viva voce 5 marks
Total 150 marks

Procedures for Forest Guard, Game Watcher, AFPF Constable, APRO Constables, Fireman, Emergency Rescuer, and Grade-III Constable positions.

Event Marks
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 40
Written test 50
NCC 5
Oral/Viva voce 5
Total 100

Specialized requirements for Boatman, Bandman, and Bugler roles:

Event Marks
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 40 marks
Written test 50 marks
NCC 5 marks
Oral/Viva voce 5 marks
Boating & Swimming Test/Trade proficiency test 10 marks
Total 110

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Assam Police Recruitment 2026 Grade Pay

The SLPRB Assam notification outlines the grade pay and salary structures for various posts. Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary package, including all admissible allowances as per Assam Government rules, depending on the specific post-rank and department hierarchy.

Post Name Monthly Salary
Game Watcher ₹5,600/-
AFPF Constable – Forest Department ₹5,600/-
Constable (WO/WT) – APRO ₹6,200/-
Constable (UB) ₹5,600/-
Sub-Officer ₹6,200/-
Fireman ₹5,000/-
Emergency Rescuer ₹5,000/-
Constable (Grade-III) ₹5,600/-
Bandman (Constable) ₹5,600/-
Bugler ₹4,400/-
Boatman ₹4,200/-

 

Also check
Assam Police Forester Grade 1 Syllabus
Assam Police Forest Guard Syllabus
Assam Forest Guard Previous Year Paper

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