StateNagalandChecked 14 Jul 2026

Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) 2026 (Advertisement No. NPSC-2/CTSE-2026) Recruitment 2026

NPSC's Combined Technical Services Examination 2026 for 172 technical posts (135 fresh + 37 backlog vacancies) across 49 item numbers spanning Medical, Veterinary, Engineering, Forestry, Statistics and allied departments of the Government of Nagaland. One of the largest technical recruitment drives in the state for 2026.

Official NotificationApply Online (Official Site)Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) Website

Recruitment Summary

Organization
Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC)
Post Name
Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) 2026 (Advertisement No. NPSC-2/CTSE-2026)
Total Vacancies
172
Qualification
Post-wise: MBBS (Medical Officer), B.V.Sc & A.H. (Veterinary Assistant Surgeon), AICTE-recognized Engineering degree/diploma (Junior Engineers), M.Sc. (Scientific/Economics & Statistics posts), LLB with Bar registration (Prosecutor), Diploma in Pharmacy (Pharmacist), and other post-specific qualifications.
Last Date
17-07-2026
Location
Nagaland
Age Limit
21 to 32 years as on 1 January 2026 (General). SC/ST: 21 to 37 years. Serving government employees get up to 5 additional years.
Salary / Pay
Nagaland Government Pay Matrix: Level 13 (Class-I Gazetted, e.g. Medical Officer, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon), Level 11 (Class-II Gazetted, e.g. Junior Engineers), Level 8 (Class-III Non-Gazetted, e.g. Foreman, Pharmacist).
Application Fee
Rs. 300 examination fee + Rs. 25 convenience fee, plus applicable payment gateway charges. One Time Registration (OTR) is free.

Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Fresh Vacancies (Items 1–25) — Medical, Engineering, Veterinary, Forestry, Statistics etc.135
Backlog Vacancies (Items 26–49, from 2016–2025)37

Selection Process

  1. 1Written Competitive Examination (General paper + post-specific elective subject)
  2. 2Interview / Personality Test (for candidates who clear the written exam)
  3. 3Final merit: combined written + interview score

How to Apply

  1. 1.Visit npsc.nagaland.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) — mandatory before applying.
  2. 2.Log in and fill the CTSE-2026 application form, selecting the eligible item number(s) matching your qualification.
  3. 3.Upload educational certificates, indigenous inhabitant/ST/BT certificate, photograph and NOC (if a serving government employee).
  4. 4.Pay the Rs. 325 fee (plus gateway charges) online.
  5. 5.Submit before 17 July 2026, 12:00 Noon — note the portal closes at noon, not midnight.

Important Notes

  • 80% of vacancies are reserved for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland and specified Backward Tribes — reservation varies by item number, check the official notification.
  • Only the HSLC/Matriculation admit card is accepted as age proof — no alternative documents.
  • The application deadline (17 July 2026) is very close — candidates must complete OTR and apply immediately if targeting this exam.