The Assam Finance Department has set August 7, 2026, as the deadline for administrative departments to submit details of eligible employees for Old Pension Scheme (OPS) restoration. This move aims to expedite the transition for those recruited before February 1, 2005.
The Assam government announced a new policy making men practicing polygamy ineligible for state welfare schemes and facing dismissal from government service, effective from the 2026-27 budget.
The North East Skill Centre (NESC) announced a significant placement milestone, with 143 out of 198 students from its 2025-26 batch securing job offers, including 30 overseas placements. This achievement highlights the success of Assam’s skill development initiatives.
Assam Minister Piyush Hazarika initially promised 2.5 lakh government jobs if the current administration was re-elected. Following its victory, the state government has now officially committed to creating 2 lakh government jobs over the next five years, establishing a task force to oversee the recruitment process.
The Assam Government has prohibited strikes in the state’s oil and gas sector for six months, effective July 28, 2026, by invoking the Essential Services Maintenance (Assam) Act, 1980.
Thirty-eight differently-abled youth in Guwahati have successfully completed Assam’s first hospitality skills training programme, a joint initiative by Shishu Sarothi and Assam Skill University. The six-month course aims to promote inclusive employment in the state.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reiterates the state’s commitment to merit-based government job recruitment, emphasizing qualifications and examinations over personal recommendations. This policy shift aims to ensure transparency and integrity in public service appointments.
The Assam government has announced a massive recruitment drive for 75,000 teacher and lecturer positions in 2026, alongside the launch of the PMS 1.0 portal to streamline provincialisation.
The Assam Cabinet has approved the Assam Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Subordinate Service (Amendment) Rules, 2026, aiming for transparent, merit-based recruitment and uniform service conditions for Veterinary Field Assistants.
The Assam Cabinet has approved amendments to the Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) recruitment rules, aiming for enhanced transparency and merit-based selection. This decision impacts future hiring for the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department.