Overview
The Office of the Director of Land Records and Surveys (DLRS), Assam has released Advertisement No. DLR-11013(21)/50/2025/372 dated 19 September 2026, inviting online applications for 579 Land Record Assistant (LRA) posts across the state. The online application window opened at 11:00 AM on 21 September 2026 and will close at 5:00 PM on 21 October 2026. Notably, this fresh notification supersedes an earlier LRA recruitment notice for 552 posts dated 14 March 2026, which stands cancelled, so candidates who had applied under that earlier notification must submit a completely fresh application under this new advertisement.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 316 | 95 |
| OBC/MOBC | 137 | 41 |
| OBC (T) | 20 | 6 |
| ST (P) | 45 | 13 |
| ST (H) | 23 | 7 |
| SC | 38 | 11 |
| Total | 579 | 173 |
The category-wise figures correctly sum to the officially advertised total of 579 posts (316+137+20+45+23+38=579). Additional horizontal reservations apply within these totals, including 16 posts for Persons with Disabilities (7 PH-A, 3 PH-B, 4 PH-C, 2 PH-D) and 6 posts for Ex-Servicemen.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have completed the 6-month Recorders Certificate Class Course (RCCC) Training at the Assam Survey and Settlement Training Centre, Dakhingaon, Guwahati, and must hold an official proficiency certificate in Survey and Settlement subjects issued on or before 13 August 2026. Candidates must also possess a minimum computer typing proficiency of 30 words per minute in English and 15 words per minute in Assamese or Bengali.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026, with age relaxation applicable to reserved categories as per Government Office Memorandum No. ABP.6/2016/51 dated 2 September 2020.
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Band-2 of Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 6,200, along with other allowances admissible under Assam government service rules.
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 September 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Online Application Last Date | 21 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Written Exam Date | To be notified |
| Skill Test Date | To be notified |
Selection Process
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Exam – Mathematics (Class X level) | 10 |
| Written Exam – Conventional Survey | 50 |
| Written Exam – Modern Survey | 20 |
| Total Written Exam | 80 |
| Skill Test (Computer/Typing Proficiency) | 20 |
The written exam is objective type with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. Minimum qualifying marks are 40 out of 80 in the written exam and 10 out of 20 in the skill test for UR candidates, while reserved category candidates need a minimum of 32 out of 80 and 8 out of 20 respectively. The final merit list will be prepared based on the aggregate of written exam and skill test scores, followed by document verification of shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official SEBA online application portal |
| 2 | Register with basic personal details |
| 3 | Fill in the online application form with educational and RCCC training details |
| 4 | Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates |
| 5 | Review and submit the application before the deadline |
| 6 | Save a copy of the submitted application for future reference |
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| DLRS Assam Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- How many total vacancies are there in DLRS Assam LRA Recruitment 2026?
There are 579 total vacancies for the post of Land Record Assistant across various categories. - What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
The online application window closes on 21 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. - Is this the same as the earlier LRA recruitment notice for 552 posts?
No, the earlier notification dated 14 March 2026 for 552 posts has been cancelled, and this is a completely fresh notification for 579 posts requiring a new application. - What training is required to be eligible for this post?
Candidates must have completed the 6-month Recorders Certificate Class Course (RCCC) Training and hold a proficiency certificate in Survey and Settlement subjects. - What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories. - Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification. - What is the selection process for LRA Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on a written exam of 80 marks covering Mathematics, Conventional Survey, and Modern Survey, followed by a skill test of 20 marks for computer and typing proficiency. - What is the pay scale for the Land Record Assistant post?
Selected candidates will receive Pay Band-2 of Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 plus Grade Pay of Rs. 6,200.
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