Opening an empowering public sector employment avenue for local youth with basic schooling, the Office of the Director General of Police (DGP), Nagaland, has officially issued an employment notification for direct recruitment to 1,137 Constable (General Duty) posts across the state police force. Published on Tuesday evening, October 20, 2026, the recruitment drive presents a major opportunity for indigenous youth aspiring to don the khaki uniform and build a secure, permanent career in state law enforcement.
Under the announced schedule, the digital application gateway will become active on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and accept submissions through the official recruitment portals until the midnight deadline of November 30, 2026, accompanied by a flat application registration fee of ₹300 payable online by candidates across all categories.
Vacancy Breakup, District Tribal Ratios, and Academic Criteria for 6th and 8th Pass Candidates
Out of the total 1,137 Constable (GD) vacancies, the recruitment framework bifurcates openings into 1,053 fresh vacancies systematically allocated across administrative districts based on statutory indigenous tribal population ratios, alongside 84 backlog positions carried over from previous recruitment cycles to clear reserved deficits.
Designed to ensure broad representation across marginalized indigenous communities, the qualification standards are structured to support candidates from remote regions: applicants hailing from recognized Backward Tribes must possess a minimum educational qualification of Class 6th pass, while candidates belonging to other recognized Naga tribes must have completed at least Class 8th from an accredited institution. According to the eligibility cutoff parameters, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and not exceed 37 years as of the qualifying date of October 14, 2026, with statutory age relaxations provided for reserved tribal classifications in accordance with prevailing state government regulations.
Four-Tier Selection Process, Pay Scale Level-3, and Online Registration at nagalandpolicerecruitment.in
The selection framework for the Nagaland Police Constable recruitment is structured across a multi-stage evaluation matrix carrying a total of 100 marks. The initial assessment begins with the Physical Standards Test and Physical Efficiency Test (PST/PET) carrying 45 marks, evaluating candidate endurance through running, pull-ups, high jump, and long jump benchmarks.
Aspirants clearing physical screenings will appear for an objective-type written examination carrying 40 marks, followed by a formal personal interview carrying 10 marks, with up to 5 additional bonus marks earmarked for candidates holding National Cadet Corps (NCC) certification. Candidates securing final appointment will be placed under the state's Pay Level-3 structure (Pay Band of ₹5,200 to ₹20,200 with Grade Pay of ₹1,800), accompanied by standard government allowances and service benefits.
State police authorities have clarified that all submissions must be filed exclusively through online mode via nagalandpolicerecruitment.in or the official department portal at police.nagaland.gov.in, warning that no offline or physical applications will be processed under any circumstances.
