The Assam government has initiated the process to extend the service tenure of eligible contractual employees up to 60 years, following a Cabinet decision on February 26, 2026. This policy benefits staff with 10+ years of service and aged 45+ as of January 1, 2026.
The Assam government is expected to release the ADRE 3.0 notification in June 2026 for 10,000-15,000 Grade III and Grade IV posts, as confirmed by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. This major recruitment drive is part of the state’s ‘Mission 2 Lakh Govt Jobs’ initiative.
A delegation from the All India Services Pensioners’ Cell (AISP Cell) recently visited the Assam Skill University (ASU) to discuss the state’s skill development initiatives and workforce training for youth.
The Assam government has amended its Population and Women Empowerment Policy, making the two-child norm mandatory for most government jobs, self-help groups, and electoral participation, with exceptions for certain communities.
Aspirants for 2972 Assam Police, Forest, and Prison Department vacancies are awaiting the examination date announcement from SLPRB Assam after applications closed on February 22, 2026.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma advocated for ‘Geographic Equity’ at a NITI Aayog meeting, urging public investment in the Northeast to be assessed by national integration and regional balance, not just expenditure efficiency, to drive Viksit Bharat 2047. He also stressed aligning skill development with emerging sectors like semiconductors, AI, green energy, and advanced manufacturing.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently highlighted Assam’s growing appeal as a premier investment destination, citing its energetic workforce and robust economic growth. This reinforces the government’s focus on skill development and enhancing connectivity to boost employment opportunities.
The Assam government has directed the merger of primary schools with fewer than 30 students to rationalise the education network and optimise resources, a move communicated to district authorities for immediate implementation.
The Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Assam, has announced spot admissions for Undergraduate Programmes for the 2026-27 academic session from June 15 to June 17, 2026. New applicants can register on the SAMARTH portal until June 17.
The Assam Cabinet has approved a ₹2,000-crore rural employment mission offering 125 days of wage work from July 1, alongside a ban on fresh Aadhaar enrolment for adults to curb illegal immigration.