The State Level Recruitment Commission for Class-III Posts, Assam has advertised 72 Field Assistant (Statistics)/Enumerator vacancies under the centrally sponsored Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) of the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam. The online application window is scheduled to open on 15 October 2026 at 11:00 AM and close on 14 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
This recruitment has no examination fee. Candidates need a qualifying bachelor's degree, the prescribed language background, a minimum six-month Government-recognised computer course certificate, and a valid Employment Exchange registration certificate in Assam. The detailed selection procedure and examination information are not included in the advertisement; the Commission says these details will be made available on the application portal from the application start date.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting commission | State Level Recruitment Commission for Class-III Posts, Assam |
| Department / cadre | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam |
| Post | Field Assistant (Statistics)/Enumerator |
| Scheme | Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) |
| Advertisement No. | SLRC-G-III/179/AH & Vety./2026/79 |
| Advertisement date | 30 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 72 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start | 15 October 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last date | 14 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Pay | Pay Band-2 ₹14,000–₹70,000 + Grade Pay ₹5,600, plus admissible allowances |
| Age | 21–40 years as on 1 January 2026 |
| Application fee | Nil |
| State | Assam |
Vacancy Breakdown
The 72 posts are distributed across the categories shown below. RFW in the official vacancy table means Reserved for Women.
| Category | Total | RFW |
|---|---|---|
| Open category | 37 | 11 |
| OBC/MOBC | 18 | 6 |
| OBC Tea Tribes & Adivasi Community | 1 | 0 |
| SC | 5 | 2 |
| ST(P) | 7 | 2 |
| ST(H) | 4 | 1 |
| Total | 72 | 22 |
The same vacancy table separately shows 3 PwBD reservations—one each for blindness/low vision, deaf and hard of hearing, and locomotor disability categories—and 2 Ex-servicemen positions. Ex-servicemen applying against the reserved posts must upload the Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office in Assam and the Discharge Book.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement publication | 30 September 2026 |
| Online application opens | 15 October 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Online application closes | 14 November 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Selection procedure / examination details | To be made available on the application portal from the application start date |
Because the form opens on 15 October, candidates should check the official portal after the window goes live for the Commission's current application instructions and any selection/examination notice.
Educational Qualification
A candidate must satisfy one of the following academic routes:
- Hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in any subject and have studied at least one paper of Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Social Science, Sociology or Psychology at graduate level; or
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in any subject and have secured 50% marks in Mathematics at Class 12.
If you are using the Class 12 Mathematics route, you can use the Regal Naukri Percentage Calculator only for the arithmetic. Eligibility depends on the marks and documents accepted by the Commission.
Language Requirement
Candidates must have studied:
- English, and
- one of Assamese, Bengali or Bodo
as subjects during HSLC.
Computer Qualification
Candidates must have knowledge of computers and be comfortable keying data through a handheld device. They must qualify and upload a Computer Course Certificate of at least six months' duration from a Government-recognised institute.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The age is calculated on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Age rule |
|---|---|
| General age range | 21–40 years |
| SC/ST relaxation | 5 years |
| OBC/MOBC relaxation | 3 years |
| PwBD relaxation | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen relaxation | 2 years |
The advertisement states that age will be determined from the HSLC/Class X Pass Certificate or HSLC/Class X Admit Card issued by a recognised Board/Council where the date of birth is clearly reflected. It says no other document will be accepted for this purpose.
You can use the age cut-off calculator, entering 1 January 2026 as the reckoning date to calculate your completed age. The Commission's rules remain final.
Pay Scale
The advertised scale is Pay Band-2 of ₹14,000–₹70,000 with Grade Pay ₹5,600, plus other allowances as admissible from time to time.
The notice does not provide a separate monthly in-hand salary figure, so candidates should not treat the pay-band endpoints as a guaranteed take-home amount.
Employment Exchange Registration
A candidate must hold a valid Employment Exchange registration certificate in the State of Assam.
Candidates who are already in regular Government service must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by the competent authority as and when asked.
Reservation Certificates and Other Eligibility Documents
Candidates claiming reservation must use certificates issued by the competent authority in the form required by the advertisement.
For SC/ST/OBC/MOBC claims, the caste certificate should be issued by the Government of Assam through the competent authority and should clearly indicate the candidate's caste, the applicable Act/order and the village/town of ordinary residence.
For PwBD consideration, the candidate must have benchmark disability of 40% or more and produce the necessary certificate from the competent authority. The advertisement also says that selected PwBD candidates will undergo a medical examination by a Board constituted for this purpose before appointment is given after ascertainment of benchmark disability.
Small Family Norms and Preferential Appointment
Candidates have to submit a declaration regarding “The Small Family Norms” in Form-A as and when asked.
A candidate who wants to be considered under the Assam Public Services (Preferential Appointment) Rules, 1999 must indicate the relevant choice in the application portal.
Selection Procedure and Examination
The advertisement does not publish an exam pattern, syllabus, marking scheme or detailed selection stages. It specifically states that the details of the selection procedure as well as examination will be available in the application portal from the starting date of application.
Candidates should therefore check the official application portal from 15 October 2026 instead of relying on an unofficial exam pattern circulated elsewhere.
The advertisement also states that final selection will be on the basis of merit.
Application Fee
No application/examination fee is payable by candidates of any category.
Documents to Keep Ready
Based on the advertisement, candidates should keep the following documents and information ready as applicable:
| Document / record | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree and academic records | To establish the prescribed graduate qualification and subject route |
| Class 12 marksheet | Required if relying on the 50% Mathematics route |
| HSLC/Class X certificate or admit card showing date of birth | Official age proof specified in the advertisement |
| HSLC language record | To establish English plus Assamese/Bengali/Bodo requirement |
| Minimum six-month computer course certificate | Mandatory computer qualification |
| Assam Employment Exchange registration certificate | Mandatory registration condition |
| Caste certificate | If claiming SC/ST/OBC/MOBC reservation |
| PwBD certificate | If claiming benchmark disability reservation |
| Ex-Servicemen Identity Card and Discharge Book | Required for Ex-servicemen reserved posts |
| NOC from competent authority | For candidates already in regular Government service |
| Form-A Small Family Norms declaration | To be submitted as and when asked |
How to Apply Online
- Open the official SEBA online portal on or after 15 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
- Locate the Field Assistant (Statistics)/Enumerator recruitment issued by the State Level Recruitment Commission for Class-III Posts, Assam.
- Read the portal instructions carefully, including the selection/examination details that the Commission says will be published from the opening date.
- Complete the online application using the exact personal, educational, language, reservation and Employment Exchange information supported by your records.
- Upload the certificates/documents required by the portal and the advertisement. The computer course certificate is expressly required to be uploaded; Ex-servicemen must also upload the prescribed identity card and Discharge Book for the reserved posts.
- No examination fee is payable.
- Submit the application before 14 November 2026 at 11:59 PM and retain the submitted application/acknowledgement for your records.
Important Candidate Cautions
- Canvassing directly or indirectly will disqualify a candidate.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the examination.
- The advertisement states that there will be no preference for place of posting.
- Selection is to be made on merit.
- The Commission may cancel candidature if an ineligibility condition is detected.
- False information can lead to action under the prevailing law/rules.
- The Commission's decision on eligibility or admission to the examination is final.
- The Commission may change provisions of the advertisement; any change is to be duly notified.
Official Links
| Purpose | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Detailed advertisement | Official Field Assistant (Statistics)/Enumerator Advertisement |
| Assam department notice page | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department Recruitment Notice |
| Online application portal | SEBA Online Portal |
| Department website | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Assam |
Candidates may also browse the current government job listings for other current and upcoming recruitments.
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in SLRC Assam Field Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are 72 Field Assistant (Statistics)/Enumerator vacancies under the Integrated Sample Survey of the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam.
When does the online application start?
The application window starts on 15 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 14 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Is there an application fee?
No. The advertisement states that candidates of every category do not have to pay any examination fee.
Is a computer certificate compulsory?
Yes. Candidates must have a minimum six-month computer course certificate from a Government-recognised institute, along with computer knowledge and comfort in keying data through a handheld device.
Is Assam Employment Exchange registration required?
Yes. A valid Employment Exchange registration certificate in Assam is mandatory under the advertisement.
What is the exam pattern for this recruitment?
The advertisement does not publish the exam pattern or detailed selection procedure. The Commission says those details will be available on the application portal from the application start date.