NPSC CTSE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 172 Junior Engineer, Foreman and More Posts
Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC)
Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) has invited online applications for the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) 2026. A total of 172 vacancies have been announced for Junior Engineer, Foreman, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Assistant Conservator of Forests and various other technical posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 27 June 2026 to 17 July 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Organization Name | Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) |
| Examination Name | Combined Technical Services Examination 2026 (CTSE 2026) |
| Advertisement No. | NPSC-2/CTSE-2026 |
| Post Name |
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| Total Vacancies | 172 |
| Job Type | State Govt |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Location | Nagaland |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NOTIFICATION_RELEASE | 25 June 2026 |
| OTR_REGISTRATION_START | 27 June 2026 |
| ONLINE_APPLICATION_START | 27 June 2026 |
| OTR_REGISTRATION_LAST_DATE | 15 July 2026 |
| APPLICATION_LAST_DATE | 17 July 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, B.E/B.Tech, BDS, MBBS, B.V.Sc, LLB, Master's Degree, MCA, M.Sc, Degree in relevant discipline
Regimental Medical Officer: MBBS degree from a recognized university approved by MCI/NMC. Assistant Conservator of Forests: Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Geology, Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Veterinary & Animal Husbandry, Mathematics, Statistics or Mechanical Engineering. Economics & Statistics Officer: Master's Degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics or Commerce, or Graduate with relevant subject and 3 years' experience. Inspector of Statistics: Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics or Commerce. Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: B.V.Sc & A.H / B.V.Sc with registration certificate. Assistant Public Prosecutor: Graduate with LLB and minimum two years' practice at Bar. Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering): 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering recognized by AICTE. Junior Engineer (Mechanical Engineering): 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering recognized by AICTE. Junior Engineer (Electrical Engineering): Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Food Safety Officer: Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in relevant Food Technology and allied disciplines. Other Posts: Candidates should possess qualification prescribed for the respective post as mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Minimum Age: 21 Years | Maximum Age: 32 Years (General)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Serving Government Employees | Up to 5 Years based on service length |
| PwBD | As per Government Rules |
Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level 13 | Class-I Gazetted Posts |
| Pay Matrix Level 12 | Specified Grade-II Posts |
| Pay Matrix Level 11 | Junior Engineer and equivalent posts |
| Pay Matrix Level 8 | Class-III Non-Gazetted Posts |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Examination Fee | ₹300 |
| Convenience Fee | ₹25 |
| Payment Gateway Charges | As Applicable |
| OTR Registration | Free |
Documents Required
- HSLC/Matriculation Admit Card
- Educational Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate
- Scheduled Tribe Certificate
- Backward Tribe Certificate
- Registration Certificate (where applicable)
- PwBD Certificate
- No Objection Certificate (for Government Employees)
- Proof of Bar Registration and Practice
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
Selection Process
- 1Written Competitive Examination
- 2Interview / Personality Test
- 3Document Verification
- 4Final Merit List
Exam Pattern
The NPSC CTSE 2026 selection process consists of a written competitive examination followed by an interview/personality test. The written examination includes a general paper and a post-specific elective subject paper. Detailed syllabus and examination scheme are available on the official NPSC website.
Syllabus
Candidates should prepare according to the elective subject relevant to the post applied for. The Commission has prescribed different elective subjects for different technical posts.
How To Apply
Visit the official website https://npsc.nagaland.gov.in. Click on the OTR (One Time Registration) link. Complete the OTR process before 15 July 2026. Log in using registered credentials. Open the CTSE-2026 application form. Fill in personal, educational and post-related details carefully. Upload required documents, photograph and signature. Pay the prescribed application fee online. Submit the application form before 17 July 2026. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Instructions
Only online applications will be accepted. OTR registration is mandatory before submitting the application form. Applications submitted after 12:00 Noon on the last date will not be accepted. Government employees must upload a valid NOC from their department. Only HSLC/Matriculation Admit Card will be accepted as proof of date of birth. Candidates should ensure that all certificates are issued before the last date of application. Incomplete or incorrect applications are liable to be rejected. Candidates must verify reservation eligibility before applying.
Job Description
Introduction Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) has invited online applications for the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) 2026. The recruitment aims to fill technical vacancies across multiple departments under the Government of Nagaland. Vacancy Overview A total of 172 vacancies have been announced under NPSC CTSE Recruitment 2026. The vacancies include Junior Engineer, Foreman, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Assistant Conservator of Forests, Assistant Public Prosecutor, Economics & Statistics Officer and several other technical posts. Eligibility Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post. Qualifications range from Diploma and Bachelor's Degree to Master's Degree, MBBS, B.V.Sc, B.E/B.Tech, MCA and other specialized qualifications. Age Limit Applicants should be at least 21 years old and should not exceed 32 years of age as on 01 January 2026. Relaxation in upper age limit is available for reserved category candidates according to Government rules. Salary Selected candidates will receive salary according to the Government of Nagaland Pay Matrix. Depending upon the post, candidates may be placed under Pay Matrix Level 8, 11, 12 or 13. Selection Process Selection will be based on a Written Competitive Examination followed by an Interview or Personality Test. Final merit will be prepared considering overall performance in both stages. Application Process Candidates need to complete OTR registration first and then fill out the online CTSE application form through the official website. All required documents should be uploaded and the prescribed fee must be paid online. Important Dates Notification Date: 25 June 2026 OTR Registration Start Date: 27 June 2026 OTR Last Date: 15 July 2026 Last Date to Apply Online: 17 July 2026 Conclusion NPSC CTSE Recruitment 2026 provides a valuable opportunity for qualified candidates seeking technical government jobs in Nagaland. Interested applicants should complete the online application process within the prescribed dates and prepare thoroughly for the examination.
