The Assam government has launched ‘Mission 2 Lakh Govt Jobs’ to create two lakh government employment opportunities over the next five years, forming a dedicated task force under the Chief Secretary to prepare a roadmap.
The Assam Cabinet has decided to provide employment to one lakh educated unemployed youths, with a committee under the Finance Minister to work out modalities. This move aims to improve public service delivery and address the state’s significant unemployment challenge.
The Assam Cabinet has sanctioned Rs 118.58 crore for the Chief Minister’s Jibon Prerana Scheme for fiscal year 2026-27, benefiting 48,366 graduates with monthly financial assistance.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called on students to prioritise skill-driven education, announcing plans for 22,000 jobs in healthcare and technical fields as part of a larger two lakh job target.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a major entrepreneurship support scheme, offering Rs 5 lakh to 10 lakh youths to boost self-reliance and economic growth.
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.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the state’s extensive efforts to build a skilled workforce, integrating skill education into over 1,700 schools and launching industry-linked training programs.
The Assam government announced in the Assembly on July 27, 2026, its plan to create 2 lakh government jobs over five years, addressing 15.43 lakh registered job seekers.
The World Bank has approved three projects worth $630 million for Assam, aiming to create jobs for over 50,000 youth and prepare two million people for livelihoods through skill development.