Government jobs in Assam
Eligibility, age limits and category relaxation for Assam government recruitment, from the APSC civil services exam to police constable and staff-selection posts. Students from Assam can also apply for 48 central government exams.
Before you apply
Assam recruitment usually requires or tests Assamese.
Assam domicile, Employment Exchange registration and Assamese/state language are usually required.
Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS usually apply only to Assam residents.
Assam government exams
APSC
APSC Combined Competitive Exam
- Qualification
- Graduate
- Age (General)
- 21–38 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
SLPRB Assam
Assam Police Constable
- Qualification
- Class 12
- Age (General)
- 18–25 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
Armed constable posts need Class 10.
Official website: slprbassam.inSEBA / Govt of Assam
ADRE (Grade III & IV posts)
- Qualification
- Class 10
- Age (General)
- 18–40 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
Grade III needs Class 12 or graduation.
Official website: sebaonline.org
Central government jobs for Assam students
Central exams are open to candidates from every state, with the same age relaxation everywhere. See the full lists by qualification:
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for APSC?
For the APSC Combined Competitive Exam, the age limit for General candidates is 21 to 38 years. Reserved categories get extra years (OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10). You need a bachelor's degree in any subject.
What qualification do I need for Assam Police Constable?
Class 12 pass, with an age limit of 18 to 25 years for General candidates. Armed constable posts need Class 10. Physical standards and a running test also apply.
Can candidates from other states apply for Assam government jobs?
Usually yes for General posts. Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS normally apply only to Assam residents; candidates from other states are treated as General. Assam domicile, Employment Exchange registration and Assamese/state language are usually required.
Other states
Rules checked against the latest notifications in October 2026. Exam bodies change age limits and cut-off dates each cycle, so always confirm in the official notification before you apply.