The Office of the Director General of Police, Nagaland, Kohima, has released the notification for the recruitment of 1,137 Constable (General Duty) posts in the Nagaland Police. Of these, 1,053 posts are regular vacancies and 84 are backlog vacancies. Online applications will open on 31 October 2026 and close on 30 November 2026. The recruitment is conducted by the Departmental Recruitment Board along with District Level Screening Committees, and selected candidates will initially be posted to India Reserve (IR) Battalions.
Nagaland Police Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organisation | Nagaland Police, Department of Home, Government of Nagaland |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,137 (Regular: 1,053, Backlog: 84) |
| Qualification | Class 6 pass (Backward Tribes) / Class 8 pass (other Naga Tribes) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years as on 14 October 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level 3 (Rs. 5,200 – Rs. 20,200 + Grade Pay Rs. 1,800) |
| Job Location | Nagaland (district-wise posting) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | police.nagaland.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 14 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 31 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Recruitment | 848 | 205 | 1,053 |
| Backlog Recruitment | 84 | 0 | 84 |
| Total | 932 | 205 | 1,137 |
Only candidates belonging to the indigenous inhabitant tribes of Nagaland are eligible for this recruitment. Each applicant can apply against only one district, chosen as per native residence and tribe, and must hold a valid Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate along with the tribe certificate issued by an authority not below the Additional Deputy Commissioner.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates from Backward Tribes must have passed Class 6, while candidates from other recognised Naga Tribes must have passed Class 8 or a higher qualification from a recognised board. The age limit is 18 to 37 years as on 14 October 2026, the date of the advertisement. Government employees get age relaxation equal to their qualifying service, up to a maximum of 5 years.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 300 for all categories and is non-refundable. The fee is paid online during the application process.
Selection Process
Selection is made on a total of 100 marks: Physical and Medical Standards Test (qualifying), Physical Efficiency Test (45 marks), Written Examination of 80 questions for 40 marks over 2 hours, Interview (10 marks) and NCC certificate marks (up to 5 marks). The written test is conducted in English.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official Nagaland Police recruitment portal nagalandpolicerecruitment.in.
- Open the Constable (General Duty) Recruitment 2026 link.
- Register with a valid email address and mobile number.
- Select the one district you are eligible for and fill the application form carefully.
- Upload the required certificates and pay the Rs. 300 fee online.
- Submit the form before 30 November 2026 and keep a printout for your records.
Choosing the wrong district can lead to rejection, so check your tribe and district eligibility in the notification before applying.
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Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | nagalandpolicerecruitment.in |
| Official Website | police.nagaland.gov.in |