NAGALAND Recruitment Dossier

NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notification

Official gazetted recruitment notification for NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notification administered by NAGALAND Authority (Haryana).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NAGALAND Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Haryana

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Official Domain: agriculture.nagaland.gov.in | Jurisdiction: Haryana

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Annexure I Checklist of Documents Assistant Professor	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-12-10
Annexure Vii Format of Obc Certificate	1 Openings	₹ 3 (Level-4)	2024-08-05
Annexure Viii Format of Ews Certificate	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2023-07-31
NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notification	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NAGALAND

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Invitation for Expression of Interest Eoi for Design Development Mainte Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Invitation for Expression of Interest for Empanelment of Vendors for Ci Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Invitation for Expression of Interest for Setting Up Industrial Units a Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Inviting Quotation for Furniture for Teqip Cell Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notification?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NAGALAND Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain agriculture.nagaland.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Nagaland Public Service Commission portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate a unique User ID.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring accurate entry of educational qualifications, domicile status, and preferred cadre preferences before saving the draft.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate for age proof, graduation degree, indigenous inhabitant certificate, and passport-sized photograph with signature in the prescribed JPEG format.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which must be downloaded and printed at least one week prior to the scheduled preliminary examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notification is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Screening)	200 Marks, 3 Hours	General Studies, History and Geography of Nagaland, Indian Polity and Economy, General Science, Mental Ability and Basic Numeracy
Stage 2: Main Written Examination	600 Marks, 3 Papers of 3 Hours each	Paper I: General English and Essay, Paper II: General Studies I (Indian History, Culture, Geography), Paper III: General Studies II (Nagaland State Administration, Economy, Local Governance)
Stage 3: Personality Test (Interview)	75 Marks, 30 Minutes	Current Affairs, State Socio-Economic Issues, Leadership Qualities, Communication Skills, Situational Judgment and Ethics
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, Non-Graded	Verification of Original Academic Degrees, Indigenous Inhabitant Status Validation, Physical Fitness Standards Assessment, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Nagaland Cadre Recruitment for Class-I officers corresponds to Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry-level Basic Pay of Rs. 56,100. At the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 29,733. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities (applicable across Nagaland, including Kohima and Dimapur) is calculated at 9% of the Basic Pay, amounting to Rs. 5,049. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA thereon (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. The Gross Monthly Salary is approximately Rs. 96,390. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583), alongside professional tax and insurance contributions of Rs. 500. This results in an estimated Net In-Hand Monthly Salary of approximately Rs. 87,307, subject to statutory variations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with official DoPT OM guidelines and Nagaland State Government policies, statutory reservations are strictly implemented. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, Nagaland implements specific reservation quotas for Indigenous Inhabitants and Backward Tribes of the state. Women candidates are exempted from application fee payments, and horizontal reservation is applied to ensure equitable gender representation across all administrative cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notifica

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the Nagaland Cadre exam?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are determined by the Commission for each stage. Generally, general category candidates must secure at least 40% in the Main Written Examination, while reserved category candidates require 35% to qualify for the Personality Test.

Is there a normalization process applied to the examination scores?

Yes, if the Preliminary Examination is conducted across multiple shifts or sessions, a standard equipercentile normalization method is utilized to ensure parity and eliminate any variations in difficulty levels across different question papers.

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected Nagaland Cadre officers?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond agreeing to serve the Government of Nagaland for a minimum period of 3 to 5 years. Breach of this bond incurs a financial penalty as specified in the appointment order.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited officers?

Newly recruited officers undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, which includes foundational training at the Administrative Training Institute (ATI) Kohima, followed by field training and passing of departmental examinations.

Where can I access the detailed, topic-wise syllabus for the specialized papers?

The comprehensive syllabus is published alongside the official notification on the Nagaland Public Service Commission website. It outlines specific sub-topics for General English, General Studies, and state-specific administrative modules.

What are the primary posting locations for officers selected under this cadre?

Initial postings are typically as Assistant Commissioners or Extra Assistant Commissioners (EAC) in various district headquarters across Nagaland, including Kohima, Dimapur, Mokokchung, Tuensang, and other administrative subdivisions.