Govt Jobs After 10th in Assam (2026): Posts, Salary & How to Prepare
Career guide for HSLC / Class 10 pass candidates — Assam & central government
Passing HSLC (Class 10) already opens the door to many permanent government jobs: in the police, the armed forces, the Railways, the post office and Assam government offices. Most of them combine a written test with a physical test, and many have an upper age limit in your early twenties, so starting early matters. This guide lists the main posts, who recruits for them, typical age limits and pay, and how to choose.
Eligibility, age limits and pay are set by each notification and change between cycles. Use this page to plan, then confirm every detail in the official notification.
📋 At a Glance
| Minimum qualification | HSLC / Class 10 pass (some posts accept Class 8) |
| Main employers | Assam Police, SSC (CAPFs, Assam Rifles), Indian Army, Railways, India Post, Assam government |
| Typical age | Mostly 17.5–25 for forces and police; up to 40 for some Assam and postal posts |
| Selection | Written test, physical test (forces/police), medical; some posts are merit-based on 10th marks |
| Find what fits you | Eligibility Checker — enter your DOB and qualification |
🎯 Posts You Can Target
| Post | Recruited by | Typical age | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assam Police Constable (Armed Branch) | SLPRB, Assam | 18–25 | Pay Band-2 + grade pay |
| ADRE Grade IV posts | SLRC, Assam (ADRE) | Up to 40 | Assam pay band for Grade IV |
| Constable (GD) in CAPFs, Rifleman (GD) Assam Rifles | SSC GD exam | 18–23 | Level 3 (₹21,700 basic) |
| Agniveer (General Duty) | Indian Army | 17.5–21 | ₹30,000/month package in year 1 |
| Railway Level 1 posts (Group D) | RRB | 18–33/36 (varies by cycle) | Level 1 (₹18,000 basic) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Havaldar | SSC MTS exam | 18–25 (Havaldar up to 27) | Level 1 (₹18,000 basic) |
| Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM / ABPM) | India Post | 18–40 | TRCA: about ₹10,000–29,380 by post |
Age limits are the usual upper limits before relaxation (OBC/MOBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10 years in most recruitments); each notification sets its own. Post names link to their full exam guide.
🧭 Which Path Suits You?
- Fit and want a uniform? Assam Police Constable, SSC GD and Agniveer. Start running now; the physical test eliminates many candidates.
- Want a job near home without a written exam? India Post GDS selects on your 10th marks (Maths and English needed), so good HSLC marks pay off directly.
- Prefer office or support work? ADRE Grade IV and SSC MTS.
- Want to study further while preparing? Do HS (Class 12) or an ITI / polytechnic diploma alongside. ITI helps for Railway posts, and 12th opens many more doors; see jobs after 12th.
📝 How to Prepare
- Maths basics: percentage, ratio, average, profit and loss, time and work, at Class 10 level.
- Reasoning: series, analogy, coding-decoding, directions.
- General knowledge: Assam GK (practise daily with our Assam GK Quiz) and basic India GK.
- Physical fitness: daily running and long jump practice for police and forces.
- Documents: keep your HSLC certificate, PRC and caste certificate ready (checklist).
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📚 Recommended Books
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which government jobs can I get after 10th in Assam?
Assam Police Constable (Armed Branch), ADRE Grade IV posts, SSC GD Constable and Assam Rifles Rifleman, Army Agniveer, Railway Level 1 (Group D), SSC MTS and India Post Gramin Dak Sevak are the main options. Each has its own age limit and selection process.
Which govt job after 10th has no written exam?
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts are filled on merit from Class 10 marks, without a written exam. Maths and English must have been studied in Class 10.
What is the salary of a 10th pass government job?
It ranges from a Level 1 basic pay of ₹18,000 (Railway Group D, SSC MTS) to Level 3 at ₹21,700 (SSC GD Constable), plus DA, HRA and other allowances. Assam posts follow the state pay bands.