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NPSC CTSE 2025 Recruitment FOR VARIOUS POSTS

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Written by: ARVIND KUMAR

Published: 2025-04-12

Basic Information

Organization Name	Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC)
Description	The Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) conducts recruitment for various government posts in Nagaland, ensuring fair selection through competitive exams.
Post Title	Multiple Positions (e.g., Dy. SP, Junior Engineer, SDO, Medical Officer, Staff Nurse, etc.)
Contact Number	9402988506 (Helpdesk during office hours: 10:00 hrs to 15:00 hrs)
Address	Nagaland Public Service Commission, New Capital Complex, Kohima - 797004, Nagaland, India
Website	https://npsc.nagaland.gov.in

Dates

Date of Advertisement	07 April 2025
Start of OTR (One Time Registration)	08 April 2025, 12:00 Noon
End of OTR (One Time Registration)	08 May 2025, 12:00 Noon
Online Application Form Availability	09 April 2025, 12:00 Noon
Last Date to Submit Online Application	09 May 2025, 12:00 Noon

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
All Categories	Nil (No Application Fee)

Eligiblity Criteria

Criteria	Details
Age Limit	Minimum Age: 21 years Maximum Age: 32 years (as of 01 January 2025) Relaxation: SC/ST candidates: Additional 5 years Government employees: Concession equal to service years (up to 5 years)
Educational Qualification	Candidates must hold the requisite degrees or diplomas from recognized institutions relevant to the specific post. Here are some examples: Item No. 1: Degree in Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Physics (with Electronics/Wireless specialization). Item No. 9: MBBS/BDS/B.Sc. (Nursing/Zoology) or Pharmacy Degree. Item No. 16: Bachelor's or Diploma in Civil Engineering. Other Posts: Degrees/Diplomas vary (e.g., Agri. Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc.).
Physical Fitness (if applicable)	Certain posts require physical fitness tests (e.g., walking test) and minimum physical standards: Male: Height 163 cm (152 cm for specific tribes), Chest 79 cm (5 cm expansion). Female: Height 150 cm (145 cm for specific tribes), Chest 79 cm (5 cm expansion).
Language Requirement	Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland must provide proof of eligibility through Indigenous Inhabitant Certificates.

Post Details

Item No.	Post Name	Number of Posts	Reservation	Department
1	Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy.SP)	1	Reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Home Department
2(a)	Junior Engineer (Electrical Engineering)	6	1 Unreserved, 4 Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland, 1 B.T. Chang	Power Department
2(b)	Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering)	1	Reserved for B.T. Sangtam	Power Department
3	Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering)	4	Various reservations including Indigenous Inhabitants, PwBD	Rural Development
4(a)	SDO (Civil Engineering)	9	Various reservations including B.T. tribes	Works & Housing
4(b)	Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering)	4	Various reservations including Indigenous Inhabitants	Works & Housing
4(c)	Junior Engineer (Mechanical Engineering)	2	1 Unreserved, 1 Indigenous Inhabitants	Works & Housing
5	Junior Engineer (Agri/Civil Engineering)	6	Various reservations including B.T. tribes	Water Resources
7(a)	Junior Scientific Officer	1	Unreserved	Science and Technology Department
7(b)	Assistant Analyst	1	Reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Science and Technology Department
8	District Land Records & Survey Officer	1	Reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Land Revenue Department
9(a)	Medical Officer	30	Various reservations	Health & Family Welfare Department
9(b)	Junior Dental Surgeon	5	Various reservations	Health & Family Welfare Department
9(c)	Assistant Entomologist (NVBDCP)	1	Reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Health & Family Welfare Department
9(d)	Staff Nurse	35	Various reservations	Health & Family Welfare Department
9(e)	Drug Control Officer	3	Various reservations	Health & Family Welfare Department
10	Veterinary Assistant Surgeon	11	Various reservations	Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department
11	Assistant Conservator of Forests	1	Unreserved	Environment, Forests & Climate Change Department
12	Junior Soil Conservation Officer	6	Various reservations	Soil & Water Conservation Department
13	Inspector of Factories & Boilers	1	Reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Labour & Employment, Skill Development Entrepreneurship Department
14(a)	Assistant Geologist	1	Reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Geology & Mining Department
14(b)	Assistant Drilling Engineer	1	Reserved for B.T. Zeliang	Geology & Mining Department
14(c)	Junior Engineer (Drilling)	1	Unreserved	Geology & Mining Department
15	Assistant Programmer	4	Various reservations	Chief Electoral Office
16(a)	SDO (Civil Engineering)	6	Various reservations	Public Health Engineering Department
16(b)	Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering)	11	Various reservations	Public Health Engineering Department
17	Tourist Officer	4	Various reservations	Tourism Department
18	Foreman	1	Reserved for B.T. Konyak	Home Department
19	Veterinary Assistant Surgeon	1	Reserved for B.T. Sumi of Kiphire	Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department
20	Veterinary Assistant Surgeon	1	Reserved for B.T. Yimchunger (Yimkhiung/Tikhir)	Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department
21	Assistant Urban Development Officer	1	Reserved for B.T. Chang	Urban Development Department
22	Veterinary Assistant Surgeon	1	Reserved for B.T. Sangtam	Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department
23	Junior Engineer (Survey)	2	Various reservations	Geology & Mining Department
24	Veterinary Assistant Surgeon	2	Various reservations	Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department
25(a)	Assistant Architect	1	Reserved for B.T. Konyak	Works & Housing Department
25(b)	Junior Architect	1	Reserved for B.T. Konyak	Works & Housing Department
25(c)	Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering)	1	Reserved for PwBD/Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Works & Housing Department
26	Junior Engineer (Mining)	1	Reserved for B.T. Yimchunger (Yimkhiung/Tikhir)	Geology & Mining Department
27	Assistant Urban Development Officer	1	Reserved for B.T. Khiamniungan	Urban Development Department
28	Pharmacist (Grade II)	6	Various reservations	Health & Family Welfare Department
29	Agriculture Inspector	1	Reserved for PwBD/Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland	Agriculture Department
30	Tourist Officer	1	Reserved for B.T. Yimchunger (Yimkhiung/Tikhir)	Tourism Department
31	Fishery Inspector	1	Reserved for B.T. Sumi of Kiphire	Fisheries & Aquatic Department

Selection Process

Stage	Description
Written Examination	Objective-type questions based on the updated syllabus. Elective subjects to be opted for relevant posts.
Merit List Preparation	Merit list is prepared based on performance in the written examination. Vacancies are filled following reservation policies and backlog vacancies.
Physical Fitness Test	Applicable for posts requiring physical fitness, such as Assistant Conservator of Forests. Minimum physical standards: Male - 163 cm height, Chest 79 cm (expansion 5 cm); Female - 150 cm height. Walking test: Male - 25 km in 4 hours, Female - 16 km in 4 hours.
Document Verification	Verification of educational qualifications, age proof, and reservation-related certificates. Original documents must be produced for authentication.
Final Selection	Based on overall performance in the written examination and fulfillment of eligibility criteria. Appointments are made to specific departments as per merit and preference.

Exam Pattern

Stage	Exam Pattern	Syllabus
Preliminary Exam	Objective-Type Questions (MCQs). Marks: 200. Duration: 3 hours. Negative Marking: 0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer.	General Science: Basic concepts and applications. History: Indian and World History, Nagaland-specific history. Geography: Physical, Social, and Economic Geography of India and Nagaland. Polity & Economy: Constitution, Political System, Economic Development. Indian National Movement: Freedom struggle and its significance. Mental Ability: Logical reasoning, analytical ability, and numerical aptitude. Current Events: National and International importance.
Main Exam	Total Papers: 3 (General Essay, GS-I, GS-II). Marks: 600 (200 each). Duration: 2 hours per paper.	General Essay, Comprehension, Grammar: Essay writing on current topics. Comprehension passages. Grammar and language usage. General Studies Paper-I: Indian History and Culture. Geography and Environment. Science and Technology. Current Affairs. General Studies Paper-II: Governance, Ethics, and Public Administration. Nagaland-specific topics.
Interview/Viva Voce	Assessment of general knowledge and personality. Final stage for selection.	Knowledge of relevant subjects and situational judgment. Awareness of local, national, and global topics.

How to Apply

Visit the official NPSC website: https://npsc.nagaland.gov.in.
Register for OTR (One Time Registration):
- OTR is mandatory for online applications.
- Active from **08 April 2025, 12:00 Noon** to **08 May 2025, 12:00 Noon**.
Access the online application form:
- Available on the NPSC portal from **09 April 2025, 12:00 Noon** to **09 May 2025, 12:00 Noon**.
- Fill out the required details accurately.
Upload required documents:
- Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate.
- Scheduled Tribe or Backward Tribe Certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of educational qualifications (mark sheets and certificates).
- No Objection Certificate for government employees.
- Physically handicapped certificate (if applicable).
Pay the examination fee:
- Rs. 300 as examination fee.
- Rs. 25 as convenience fee.
- Payment gateway charges (as applicable).
Submit the completed application form online before the final date.
Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for your records.

Link

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Faq's

Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years of age as of 01 January 2025. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST candidates and government employees.

Educational qualifications vary by post, ranging from diplomas to degrees in disciplines like Civil Engineering, Medical Science, Veterinary Science, and more. Indigenous inhabitants of Nagaland must provide relevant certificates.

Applications must be submitted online via the NPSC portal. OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory and free of cost. Complete the application form, upload required documents, and pay applicable fees before the deadline.

The selection process includes a preliminary written exam, main exam, physical fitness tests (for applicable posts), document verification, and a personal interview/viva voce.

The application fee is Rs. 300, with an additional Rs. 25 as a convenience fee and payment gateway charges as applicable.