Last updated: 5 June 2026
Direct Recruitment Grade III 2026
Direct Recruitment Grade III 2026: 12,617 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-38 years. Qualification: Graduation / 12th Pass (post-wise).
Total Vacancies
12,617
Department
Government of Assam (ADRE)
Age Limit
18-38 years
Qualification
Graduation / 12th Pass (post-wise)
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Official Note
Assam Direct Recruitment 2026 Grade III — multiple departments across Assam government. Largest state recruitment drive of 2026.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 10 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 10 June 2026
- Exam Date
- 4 October 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
Selection Process
- Written Test — MCQ based on post level
- Skill Test (for DEO / Steno posts) — typing speed, computer test
- Document Verification
- Merit-based appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 70 | 100 | 70.0% |
| OBC / MOBC | 65 | 100 | 65.0% |
| SC | 58 | 100 | 58.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- General Awareness — Assam & national current affairs, history, geography
- English — grammar, reading comprehension, writing
- Assamese (optional) — grammar, translation
- Quantitative Aptitude — basic arithmetic, data interpretation
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation / 12th Pass (post-wise)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 38 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 41 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 43 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 48 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹14,000 – ₹60,500
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Government of Assam (ADRE).
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Direct Recruitment Grade III 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 38 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Direct Recruitment Grade III 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Government of Assam (ADRE) (https://sebaonline.org), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Wednesday, 10 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Direct Recruitment Grade III 2026? v
The closing date was Wednesday, 10 June 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 4 October 2026.