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NPSC CTSE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 172 Engineering, Medical & Technical Posts

Advt No: Advt No. NPSC-2/CTSE-2026•Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC)

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Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

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Stage 1: Written Competitive Examination (Paper-I General Knowledge & Paper-II/III Discipline Technical Subjects

200 Marks each)

Exam: 26 Sept 2026

Stage 2: Viva-Voce / Personal Interview before Commission B...

Viva-Voce / Personal Interview before Commission Board (37.5 to 75 Marks based on Post Class)

Interview

Stage 3: Comprehensive Verification of Original Degrees, In...

Comprehensive Verification of Original Degrees, Indigenous Inhabitant Certificates & Caste Credentials

Document Scrutiny

Stage 4: Detailed Medical Fitness Examination by State Medi...

Detailed Medical Fitness Examination by State Medical Board

Exam: 26 Sept 2026

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Total Vacancies

NPSC

172

Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) / Assistant Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical), Junior Engineer (JE - Civil, Electrical, Mechanical & Automobile), Medical Officer / Regimental Medical Officer (Class-I)

Min Qualification

B TECH BE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 32 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹35,400–₹1,77,500

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About this Recruitment

Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) has released the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) 2026 notification for 172 vacancies (135 fresh + 37 backlog posts). Positions span SDO / Assistant Engineer (38), Junior Engineer (72), Medical Officer (24), and Veterinary / Technical roles (38) across Nagaland Government departments. Online applications are accepted on npsc.nagaland.gov.in from June 27 to July 17, 2026.

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Recruiting Body: Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC).
Examination: Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) 2026 for 172 vacancies.
Post Breakdown: 135 fresh vacancies + 37 backlog posts across Engineering, Medical & Technical cadres.
Pay Scale: Level 8 (₹35,400+) for Class-III JEs up to Level 13 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) for Class-I SDOs.
Eligibility: Degree/Diploma in Engineering, MBBS, B.V.Sc & AH, or Science/Forestry qualifications.
Age Criteria: 21 to 32 years as on January 1, 2026 (5 years relaxation for Nagaland Indigenous SC/ST).
Application Window: Open from June 27, 2026 (12:00 Noon) to July 17, 2026 (12:00 Noon).

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Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

32 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Indigenous Inhabitants / SC / ST of Nagaland: +5 Years

Serving Nagaland State Government Employees: +5 Years

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Educational Eligibility: B TECH BE, DIPLOMA, MBBS BDS BAMS, ANY GRADUATE

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

22 June 2026

Application Start Date

27 June 2026

Last Date to Apply

17 July 2026

Exam Date

26 September 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) / Assistant Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical)	38	B TECH BE
Junior Engineer (JE - Civil, Electrical, Mechanical & Automobile)	72	DIPLOMA
Medical Officer / Regimental Medical Officer (Class-I)	24	MBBS BDS BAMS
Veterinary Assistant Surgeon / Assistant Conservator of Forests & Others	38	ANY GRADUATE

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Level 8 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) for JE (Class-III) up to Pay Level 13 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) for SDO / Medical Officer (Class-I) plus Nagaland State DA, HRA and perks

Official Pay Scale

₹35,400 - ₹1,77,500

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Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹18,000

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹9,000

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹3,240

Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,350

Gross Monthly Salary₹31,590

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹2,700

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹250

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹3,010

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹28,580

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹3.79 LPA

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Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
General Awareness & Current Affairs	25	25
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability	25	25
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject	25	25

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://npsc.nagaland.gov.in

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Advt No. NPSC-2/CTSE-2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

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Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

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Application Fee Details

All Candidates (General / Nagaland ST / SC)₹325

Payment Modes: Online via Internet Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards or UPI (Exam fee ₹300 + ₹25 convenience fee)

Selection Process

Stage 1: Written Competitive Examination (Paper-I General Knowledge & Paper-II/III Discipline Technical Subjects - 200 Marks each)

Stage 2: Viva-Voce / Personal Interview before Commission Board (37.5 to 75 Marks based on Post Class)

Stage 3: Comprehensive Verification of Original Degrees, Indigenous Inhabitant Certificates & Caste Credentials

Stage 4: Detailed Medical Fitness Examination by State Medical Board

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in NPSC CTSE Recruitment 2026?

There are 172 total vacancies comprising 135 fresh posts and 37 backlog vacancies in various technical engineering and medical departments of Nagaland.

What are the educational qualifications required for NPSC CTSE?

For SDO/AE: B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering branch; For JE: 3-year Diploma or B.E./B.Tech; For Medical Officer: MBBS with Medical Council registration; For Veterinary Surgeon: B.V.Sc & AH.

What is the age limit for NPSC CTSE?

The age limit is 21 to 32 years as of January 1, 2026. A 5-year relaxation (up to 37 years) applies for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland (SC/ST).

What is the selection process for NPSC CTSE 2026?

The selection includes Stage 1 Written Exam (Technical papers + General Studies), Stage 2 Viva-Voce / Personal Interview, Stage 3 Document Verification, and Stage 4 Medical Examination.

What is the salary structure for various CTSE posts?

Class-III JEs receive Pay Level 8 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400), Class-II officers receive Level 11 (₹40,800 - ₹1,29,200), and Class-I SDOs/Medical Officers receive Level 13 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500).

What is the application fee for NPSC CTSE 2026?

The application fee is ₹325 (₹300 exam fee + ₹25 portal convenience fee) for all applicants, payable online.

What are the important application dates?

Online applications open on June 27, 2026 at 12:00 Noon and close on July 17, 2026 at 12:00 Noon on npsc.nagaland.gov.in.

Is there reservation for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland?

Yes, 80% of total posts are reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants belonging to recognized Scheduled Tribes of Nagaland as per State Government reservation policy.

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17 July 2026

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