Assam approves 12% reservation for former Agniveers

The Assam government has approved a 12% horizontal reservation for eligible ex-Agniveers in specified posts government across key departments, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday (October 27, 2026).

Announcing the decision on social media, Mr. Sarma said the annual recruitment drive for eligible former Agniveers will begin in 2027.

“Those who served the nation with courage will have new avenues to serve Assam… This is about recognising service, valuing discipline and creating opportunities for those who deserve,” he said.

According to a Home Department notification, the decision follows the Assam Cabinet’s approval on October 4. The reservation will apply to direct recruitment vacancies in designated posts and will be implemented through annual recruitment drives.

The benefit will be available to eligible ex-Agniveers who are permanent residents of Assam, were enrolled under the Agnipath scheme and completed the full four-year term of engagement in the Indian Army, Navy or Air Force. Applicants must also possess an official Agniveer certificate issued upon discharge.

The reservation will cover specified posts in departments and services, including Assam Police, the Forest Department, Fire and Emergency Services, the State Disaster Response Force, Prisons and Home Guards, and the Excise Department.

The notification outlines the framework for implementing the reservation. Further details of the posts covered, recruitment schedules, and application procedures will follow the applicable guidelines.