Assam Police Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 1,715 Constable Posts (UB & AB)
State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam • Apply Online: 16 Dec 2025 – 16 Jan 2026 • No application fee
Overview
SLPRB Assam invites online applications for 1,715 Constable posts for Unarmed Branch (UB) & Armed Branch (AB). This page provides a complete, user-friendly guide — eligibility, selection process, physical & medical norms, reservation, PET/PST details, application checklist and preparation tips. Always cross-check with the official SLPRB notification before applying.
Quick Vacancy Summary
Physical Standards, PET & Medical
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC | 162.5 cm | 154 cm | Unexpanded 81 cm |
| ST (H) / ST (P) | 160 cm | 152 cm | Unexpanded 79 cm |
Chest expansion normally 5 cm; vision, hearing and other medical norms apply. Colour blindness & serious deformities are disqualifying.
Example PET Standards (illustrative)
- Male: 1.6 km or 3.2 km timed run (as per notification), long jump & other events.
- Female: 800 m run timed, jump norms adjusted for gender.
- AB Male: Chin-up required — minimum passes as per notification (e.g., 4 chin-ups qualifying).
Exact timings/distances/marks are in the official notification — treat these as illustrative preparation targets.
Written Examination & Marking
The written test is usually objective MCQs — topics include General Knowledge, Arithmetic, Reasoning and Language (Assamese/English). A common format: 100 questions for 50 marks. Check notification for negative marking rules.
Marking & Weightage (example)
| Component | UB | AB (Male) | AB (Female) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PET | 40 | 60 | 40 |
| Written | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Viva | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Academic (UB only) | Up to 5 | — | — |
Final merit calculation varies by post: UB total 100 marks; AB male total may be up to 115 (due to PET weight). See official PDF for exact conversion/scaling.
How to Apply — Step by Step
- Read the Official Notification: Download from slprbassam.in.
- Prepare Documents: Passport photo, scanned signature, HSLC/HS certificates, caste/disability certificates if applicable.
- Register: Make one account on the SLPRB portal. Use a valid mobile & email.
- Fill & Upload: Fill the application carefully and upload scanned documents per size/format rules.
- Preview & Submit: Check entries, submit and download acknowledgement.
Application Checklist
Official & Important Details (From SLPRB Notification)
Advertisement No.: SLPRB/REC/CONST (AB & UB)/727/2025/94 dated 05-12-2025.
Online Application Window: 16 December 2025 — 16 January 2026. No application fee.
Eligibility & Local Requirements
- Candidates must be Citizens of India and permanent residents of Assam (proof of residence required after final select list; exceptions as per notification).
- Applicants must be registered with a local Employment Exchange in Assam.
- Must be able to speak Assamese or any other State language fluently.
Exact Age Rule
Age must be between 18–25 years as on 01-01-2026 (born not before 01-01-2001 and not later than 01-01-2008). Relaxations: SC/ST +5, OBC/MOBC +3. Age calculated from HSLC/Matric certificate only.
Reservation & Special Quotas
- OBC / MOBC: 27% (Tea & Ex-Tea Garden Tribes included within this quota)
- SC: 7%; ST (P): 10%; ST (H): 5%
- Women reservation: UB — 30%; AB — 10% within each category
- Special quotas: Militancy-affected areas, FMMO, Home Guards/VDP/SPOs, Sports/NCC etc. (Certificates required)
Selection Process & Weightage
Selection includes preliminary ID/biometric verification → PST → PET → Written → Viva-Voce → Document verification & Medical. Shortlisting to written typically up to 5x the posts per category based on PET marks (details/cutoffs in notification).
PET Details (high level)
- Male timed run, long jump, chin-up (AB male) — marks allocated per performance.
- PET is CCTV & RFID timed; marks reduce gradually for slower performances; specific distances & marks table are in the notification.
- Failing any mandatory test (e.g., chin-up minimum) can lead to disqualification.
Medical & Vision
- Good mental & bodily health required. Disqualifying conditions include color blindness, major deformities, chronic illnesses affecting duty.
- Vision: normally 6/6 in one eye and not poorer than 6/9 in the other (without correction) — check official rules for exact criteria.
Identity, Biometric & Application Rules
- Preliminary ID check: Admit card + Aadhaar/Voter/Driving license etc. at PET/PST.
- Biometric capture at PET/PST and may be used at any stage. Biometric mismatch can result in rejection.
- Register only once. Name/DOB must match HSLC certificate exactly.
Documents to Upload / Keep Ready
- Passport size photograph (as per spec)
- Signature (scanned)
- HSLC / HS mark sheets & pass certificates
- Employment Exchange registration certificate
- Caste / Disability / Home Guard / VDP / SPO / FMMO / Sports / NCC certificates (if applicable)
Vacancies are tentative and subject to final Govt. approval. Always check SLPRB notification for exact upload specs, file sizes, and any corrigendum before applying.
Official notification (PDF): SLPRB Advertisement (05-12-2025)
Preparation Tips & Strategy
- Daily GK with emphasis on Assam current affairs and state schemes.
- Practice mental math & shortcuts for arithmetic speed.
- Take timed mock tests to build accuracy under pressure.
- Start light jogging and plyometrics 6–8 weeks before PET to build stamina.
- Prepare original documents & attested copies for document verification.