The Assam Cabinet’s portfolio allocation for 2026 is a key administrative update, with specific details on ministerial departments currently awaiting official confirmation from the state government.
Japanese companies plan to establish skill development centres in Assam, focusing on semiconductor, logistics, agriculture, and tourism sectors to enhance youth employment locally and globally.
The Pradhan Mantri Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) remains a key driver for self-employment and micro-enterprise creation in Assam, offering financial assistance to artisans and unemployed youth.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the Education Department’s initiatives on June 18, 2026, focusing on teacher recruitment, dropout reduction, new posts, and school upgradation.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced plans to recruit over 50,000 youths in the Education Department in the state’s next term, emphasising transparent recruitment reforms.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called upon the state’s youth to prepare for emerging employment opportunities in semiconductors, AI, green energy, and advanced manufacturing.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state government is exploring financial and livelihood support for families of freedom fighters without pensions or public sector jobs. Deliberations are ongoing to implement these measures.
The Directorate of Higher Education, Assam, has announced the Career Advancement Scheme (CAS) promotion for 419 teachers and librarians in various colleges, following DPC recommendations.
The Assam Cabinet has approved career advancement benefits for Grade-IV school employees, including promotions to Grade-III posts, establishing a formal pathway for professional growth.
The Assam Government has officially notified a two per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for over eight lakh state government employees and pensioners, raising the rate from 58 per cent to 60 per cent. The revised rates will be paid with the June 2026 salary and pension, disbursed in July 2026.