Assam government job recruitment exams for 5,734 posts on February 1, 2027
In short
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced recruitment examinations on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
- The examinations are scheduled for February 1, 2027, to fill 5,734 posts in six government departments.
- Aspirants have three months to prepare for these examinations.
- Assam Police has the highest number of openings with 2,236 posts, followed by the Forest Department with 1,307 posts.
- The announcement was made by the Chief Minister via a social media post on X.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced recruitment examinations for over 5,700 government posts across six departments on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The examinations are slated to be held on February 1, 2027, providing aspirants with three full months to prepare.
The announcement, made by the Chief Minister in a social media post on X, specifies that a total of 5,734 posts will be filled. This recruitment drive follows previous government initiatives to increase employment in the state, with the total number of government jobs in Assam reaching 1,58,669 in five years as of March 4, 2026.
Details of Vacancies Across Departments
The recruitment drive targets six government departments, with Assam Police having the largest share of vacancies. The Chief Minister stated that the process to fill these posts will commence on February 1, 2027. This initiative aims to strengthen various public services across the state.
The distribution of the 5,734 posts highlights a focus on law enforcement and public safety. Assam Police accounts for nearly 40% of the total vacancies, followed by significant openings in the Forest Department and for home guards. The following table details the departmental distribution of the announced posts:
| Department | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Assam Police | 2236 |
| Forest Department | 1307 |
| Home Guards | 827 |
| Assam Police Radio Organisation (APRO) | 684 |
| Fire and Emergency Services | 489 |
| Prisons | 191 |
Preparation Timeline and Previous Recruitment Efforts
Chief Minister Sarma’s announcement emphasized the preparation period available to candidates. He noted, “My young friends have 3 full months to prepare themselves and give their best to be selected as one among the 5,734.” This timeline allows candidates to focus on their studies before the examination date.
This recruitment drive is part of ongoing efforts by the Assam government to provide employment opportunities. Earlier, on January 10, 2026, the Chief Minister had stated that over 1.5 lakh government jobs had been provided. Also, a recruitment drive for 35,000 government job vacancies was slated to begin soon as of July 14, 2024. The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) regularly conducts Departmental Examinations for various government officers every six months, contributing to the state’s employment framework.
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