NPSC CESE Recruitment 2026 Out
The Nagaland Public Service Commission has officially released the NPSC CESE 2026 advertisement under Advertisement No. NPSC-1/CESE-2026. The notification was issued on 12th April 2026 and invites Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) from eligible candidates. The recruitment is for filling up vacancies through direct recruitment under the Government of Nagaland. Candidates can apply through the official NPSC website at https://npsc.nagaland.gov.in. The Online Application window opens from 12th May 2026 (Noon) and closes on 2nd June 2026 (Noon), so applicants must act quickly.
NPSC CESE Recruitment 2026: Overview
The table below gives a quick summary of all the important details related to the NPSC CESE Recruitment 2026 notification. This overview will help candidates understand key information at a glance before reading the full details.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) |
| Exam Name | Common Educational Services Examination (CESE) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | NPSC-1/CESE-2026 |
| Total Posts | 243 |
| Post Names | Asst. Professor, PGT, Graduate Teacher, Lecturer, Librarian, Research Associate |
| Departments | Higher Education, Hr. Education, School Education, Technical Education, SCERT |
| Application Mode | Online (ORA) |
| OTR Registration | 12.05.2026 (Noon) to 30.05.2026 (Noon) |
| Application Start | 12.05.2026 (Noon) |
| Application Close | 02.06.2026 (Noon) |
| Exam Date | 11th July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | https://npsc.nagaland.gov.in |
| Notification | Download PDF |
| Corrigendum | Downlaod PDF |
NPSC CESE Faculty Vacancy 2026
The NPSC CESE 2026 recruitment covers a large number of posts across various subjects and departments. The vacancies are spread across new posts as well as backlog vacancies from previous years. Below is a subject-wise and post-wise breakdown of the available vacancies:
| Post Name | Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Asst. Professor (Chemistry) | Higher Education | 14 |
| Asst. Professor (English) | Higher Education | 8 |
| Asst. Professor (Political Science) | Higher Education | 2 |
| Asst. Professor (Geology) | Higher Education | 1 |
| Asst. Professor (Mathematics) | Higher Education | 16 |
| Asst. Professor (Physics) | Higher Education | 15 |
| Asst. Professor (Zoology) | Higher Education | 15 |
| Asst. Professor (Botany) | Higher Education | 15 |
| Asst. Professor (Commerce) | Higher Education | 8 |
| Asst. Professor (History) | Higher Education | 2 |
| Asst. Professor (Sociology) | Higher Education | 8 |
| Asst. Prof. (Geography) | Higher Education | 3 |
| Asst. Prof. (Anthropology) | Higher Education | 3 |
| Asst. Prof. (Comp. Science) | Higher Education | 2 |
| Asst. Prof. (Ao) | Higher Education | 2 |
| Asst. Prof. (Education) | Higher Education | 5 |
| Asst. Prof. (Economics) | Higher Education | 8 |
| Asst. Prof. (Philosophy) | Higher Education | 2 |
| Asst. Prof. (Physical Science) CTE | Higher Education | 1 |
| Lecturer (English) | Technical Education | 1 |
| Various Asst. Prof. Posts (Backlog 2023–2024) | Hr. Education | 10 |
| Asst. Prof. (Performing Arts) | CTE Hr. Education 2022 | 1 |
| Lecturer (Architecture) | Tech. Education 2022 | 1 |
| Lecturer (Interior Design) | Tech. Education 2022 | 1 |
| PGT (Computer Science) | School Education 2022 | 2 |
| PGT (Geography) | School Education 2022 | 2 |
| PGT (Maths) | School Education 2022 | 1 |
| PGT (Chemistry) | School Education 2022 | 1 |
| PGT (Physics) | School Education 2022 | 1 |
| PGT (Philosophy) | School Education 2022 | 1 |
| Various Asst. Prof. & PGT Backlog Posts | Hr. Education / School Edu. | 15 |
| PGT (English, Computer Science, Commerce) | School Education 2019 | 3 |
| PGT Addendum Posts (Economics, Geography, Maths, etc.) | School Education | 73 |
| Total | 243 |
Apply Link of NPSC CESE Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online through the NPSC official portal. Before applying, they must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process which is free of cost.
| Action | Link/Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application Portal | Click Here |
| OTR Start Date | 12.05.2026 (Noon) |
| OTR End Date | 30.05.2026 (Noon) |
| Application Start | 12.05.2026 (Noon) |
| Application Last Date | 02.06.2026 (Noon) |
How to Apply for NPSC CESE Recruitment 2026
Read the official notification thoroughly before starting the application process to avoid any mistakes. Here is a step-by-step guide to help candidates through the Application process of NPSC CESE 2026:
- Visit the official NPSC website at https://npsc.nagaland.gov.in
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you have not done so already. OTR is free of cost.
- Log in with your OTR credentials on the portal.
- Click on the NPSC CESE 2026 application link.
- Fill in all the required personal, educational, and other details carefully.
- Upload all required documents including photograph, signature, certificates, and mark sheets.
- Pay the examination fee of Rs. 300/- along with a convenience fee of Rs. 25/- and applicable payment gateway charges.
- Review your application thoroughly before final submission.
- Submit the application and save/print the confirmation for future reference.
- Ensure all documents are self-attested and ready to be submitted when called for by the Commission.
NPSC CESE Teaching Application Fees
The application fee for NPSC CESE 2026 is nominal and must be paid online during the application process. The OTR (One Time Registration) is completely free of charge.
| Category | Examination Fee | Convenience Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 300/- | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 325/- + Gateway Charges |
| OTR Registration | Free | – | Free |
NPSC CESE Faculty Eligibility Criteria
The general NPSC CESE Faculty academic requirements for the major categories of posts are listed below.
| Post Category | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Asst. Professor (Higher Education) | Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with NET or Ph.D. Minimum 55% marks (relaxable by 5% for ST/SC). |
| Asst. Professor (CTE) | Master’s Degree with 55% marks (relaxable by 5% for ST/SC/Differently Abled). Must appear in separate Optional Papers. |
| Lecturer (Technical Education) | B.E/B.Tech with 60% aggregate or 1st Class; or M.Sc in relevant science/math subjects with 60% (relaxable by 5% for SC/ST). |
| PGT (School Education) | Post Graduate degree in the relevant subject with B.Ed. Minimum 50% marks (relaxable by 5% for ST/SC/PwBD). |
| Graduate Teacher (School Education) | Graduate / Post Graduate with B.Ed. Minimum 50% marks (relaxable by 5% for ST/SC/PwBD). |
| Lecturer/RA/WET | Post Graduate with 50% marks (relaxable by 5% for ST/SC). |
NPSC CESE Faculty Age Limit and Relaxation
NPSC CESE Faculty Age relaxations are available for certain categories as per Nagaland government rules. All age calculations are based on 1st January 2026 as the reference date.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (All Candidates) | Minimum 21 years, Maximum 32 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| SC/ST Candidates | Upper age relaxable by 5 years |
| Government Employees | Relaxation equal to years in service, up to a maximum of 5 years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | Upper age relaxable by 10 years |
| Ph.D. Holders | Upper age relaxable by 5 years |
NPSC CESE Faculty Selection Process
The selection process for NPSC CESE 2026 is based on a written competitive examination followed by academic weightage scoring. The selection process involves the following key stages:
- Written Examination – A competitive examination will be conducted for all eligible candidates. The exam is tentatively scheduled for 11th July 2026.
- Academic Weightage (Score Sheet) – The Score Sheet for Academic weightage is available on the NPSC website under the Downloads Section.
- Optional Papers – Candidates applying for CTE posts must appear in separate Optional Papers as per the pattern of examination.
- Document Verification – Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce attested/self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents.
- Final Merit List – The Commission will prepare the final merit list based on the combined performance in the written exam and academic weightage.
NPSC CESE Selection Criteria
The NPSC CESE selection is merit-based and follows a structured evaluation process. Below are the key criteria used in the selection process.
- Candidates must possess the requisite qualification from a recognized university or institution at the time of applying.
- NET/SLET/SET qualification is mandatory for most Asst. Professor posts unless exempted by a valid Ph.D. degree (as per UGC 2009 regulations).
- For posts where NET/SLET/SET accredited test is not conducted, the requirement is waived.
- Reservation norms as notified by the Government of Nagaland will be followed for all posts.
- PwBD reservations are in place for 3 Science Asst. Prof. posts and 2 Humanities & Commerce Asst. Prof. posts under Higher Education, plus additional PGT posts.The Commission’s decision on eligibility, conduct of examination, and selection will be final and binding.
NPSC CESE Faculty Salary
The pay scale for NPSC CESE 2026 posts is governed by UGC and State Government pay norms. Below is the pay structure for different post categories covered under this NPSC CESE Faculty recruitment.
| Post Category | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Asst. Professor | UGC Pay Level 10, Grade-A, Entry Pay Rs. 57,700/- |
| Lecturer | Grade-A, Pay Matrix Level-13, Scale Pay Rs. 15,600-39,100, GP Rs. 5,400/- |
| PGT | Rs. 40,800-1,29,200, Pay Matrix Level 11, Grade Pay Rs. 4,400/- |
| Graduate Teacher | Level 9 of Pay Matrix, Scale Pay Rs. 9,300–34,800/-, Grade Pay Rs. 3,400/- |
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