Nagaland Jobs 2026: NSSB CSRE Recruitment for 11 Group C Posts
Nagaland Jobs 2026 has a fresh recruitment update through the Nagaland Staff Selection Board (NSSB). The Board has opened the Combined Staff Recruitment Examination (CSRE) 2026 for 11 Group C vacancies under the Government of Nagaland. The advertised positions are LDA-cum-Computer Assistant posts at Directorate and District level and Assistant Sub-Inspector posts under the Nagaland Lokayukta.
The official NSSB advertisement was published on September 16, 2026. Online applications started on September 18, 2026, and the last date is October 16, 2026, up to 12:00 noon. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for November 14, 2026. Because the recruitment is tied to the Indigenous Inhabitant requirements of Nagaland, candidates should check the reservation and certificate conditions before starting the application.
NSSB CSRE 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Nagaland Staff Selection Board |
| Examination | Combined Staff Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement | NSSB-3/CSRE 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 11 |
| Posts | LDA-cum-Computer Assistant and Assistant Sub-Inspector |
| Application | Online |
| Start date | September 18, 2026 |
| Last date | October 16, 2026, 12 noon |
| Tentative exam | November 14, 2026 |
| Fee | ₹300; PwBD candidates exempted |
Nagaland CSRE Vacancy Details
| Post | Department / office | Posts | Pay level |
|---|---|---|---|
| LDA-cum-Computer Assistant | Directorate offices | 4 | Level 5 |
| LDA-cum-Computer Assistant | District offices | 4 | Level 4 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector | Nagaland Lokayukta | 3 | Level 6 |
| Total | — | 11 | Levels 4–6 |
The Directorate LDA vacancies are distributed across Fisheries & Aquatic Resources, Nagaland State Lotteries, Sericulture and the State Institute of Rural Development. District-level LDA vacancies are attached to Agriculture, Fisheries & Aquatic Resources and Tourism. The three Assistant Sub-Inspector vacancies are under the Nagaland Lokayukta. Individual reservation conditions apply to the advertised entries.
Eligibility for NSSB CSRE 2026
The current recruitment is for eligible Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland. Candidates should possess the required certificate in the format prescribed by the Board. Reservation claims for Scheduled Tribe, Backward Tribe and PwBD categories also require the appropriate supporting documents.
Educational qualification
For LDA-cum-Computer Assistant posts, candidates need graduation in any discipline from a recognised university and the prescribed Certificate Course in Computer Application. For Assistant Sub-Inspector, graduation in any discipline is required. The additional computer certificate requirement means a graduate cannot automatically assume eligibility for an LDA vacancy.
Age limit
The general age range is 21 to 32 years as on January 1, 2026. The notification provides the applicable relaxation for eligible categories, including the notified concession for Scheduled Tribe candidates and serving government employees. Applicants should calculate age from the stated reference date rather than the application date.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Eligible candidates | ₹300 |
| PwBD candidates | Exempted |
Any applicable payment gateway charges should be checked during the transaction. Candidates should retain the payment confirmation after submitting the application.
Selection Process
The recruitment has a written stage followed by post-specific qualifying requirements and an interview. The General Paper is an MCQ examination of 200 marks with a three-hour duration. Wrong answers attract negative marking of one-third of the marks assigned to the question.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Tier I | General Paper, 200 marks, 3 hours |
| Tier II for LDA | Computer Proficiency/Skill Test, qualifying |
| Tier II for ASI | Physical Eligibility Test, qualifying |
| Tier III | Interview with notified weight |
The computer test is qualifying and the notification provides a 30% benchmark. The Assistant Sub-Inspector stream has physical requirements in addition to the written examination. Candidates interested in the ASI post should read the physical standards and test details in the official annexure rather than applying the requirements of the clerical posts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | September 16, 2026 |
| Application begins | September 18, 2026 |
| Last date | October 16, 2026, 12:00 noon |
| Tentative written exam | November 14, 2026 |
The noon closing time is important. Applicants should not wait until October 16 evening because the application window ends at 12:00 noon.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NSSB website.
- Open the CSRE 2026 advertisement.
- Confirm Indigenous Inhabitant and category eligibility.
- Complete the mandatory One Time Registration on the recruitment portal.
- Select the CSRE 2026 application.
- Enter personal, educational and reservation information exactly as per certificates.
- Upload photograph, signature and prescribed documents.
- Upload the required NOC if you are a serving government employee.
- Pay the examination fee unless exempted.
- Review the complete form carefully.
- Submit before October 16, 2026, 12 noon.
- Save the submitted application and payment receipt.
Documents Checklist
- Accepted date-of-birth proof.
- Graduation certificate and mark sheets.
- Computer Application Certificate for LDA applications.
- Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate.
- ST/BT/PwBD certificates, where applicable.
- Photograph and signature.
- NOC for serving government employees, where applicable.
- Application confirmation and fee receipt.
Examination Districts
The notification provides examination-district choices including Kohima, Mokokchung, Tuensang, Mon, Zunheboto, Wokha, Phek, Peren, Longleng, Kiphire, Noklak, Shamator, Tseminyu, Niuland, Chumoukedima/Dimapur and Meluri. Candidates should understand that selecting a preference does not necessarily guarantee the final venue. The Board can make assignments based on capacity and applicant numbers.
Preparation Strategy
Begin with the official syllabus. For Tier I, revise general awareness, reasoning, numerical ability, current affairs and the other notified areas. Since negative marking applies, accuracy matters. Practise full-length mock papers under a three-hour limit and analyse incorrect answers instead of simply counting correct answers.
LDA applicants should separately practise computer fundamentals, file management, office applications, typing-related work and other basic computer skills relevant to the qualifying test. ASI applicants should study the physical eligibility requirements and start fitness preparation early, while also maintaining written-exam preparation.
Common Mistakes
- Applying without checking Indigenous Inhabitant eligibility.
- Assuming graduation alone qualifies for LDA.
- Using an unsuitable computer certificate.
- Ignoring the category attached to a specific vacancy.
- Entering an incorrect date of birth.
- Uploading unclear documents.
- Waiting beyond the noon deadline.
- Not retaining the final application receipt.
Current Status
As of October 3, 2026, NSSB CSRE 2026 remains open. The official NSSB recruitment page lists the September 16 advertisement and the Board continues to provide recruitment and OTR services through its official platforms. Candidates should check the official website for later corrigenda, admit-card notices and confirmation of the examination date.
For more active vacancies, see the Nagaland Jobs, Government Jobs and Latest Jobs sections on CareerSphere.
Official Links
FAQs
How many vacancies are in CSRE 2026?
There are 11 advertised vacancies.
What is the last date?
October 16, 2026, up to 12:00 noon.
Who can apply?
Eligible Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland who satisfy the post-wise conditions can apply.
What is the LDA qualification?
Graduation in any discipline plus the prescribed Certificate Course in Computer Application.
What is the fee?
₹300, with the notified exemption for PwBD candidates.
When is the written exam?
The notification tentatively schedules it for November 14, 2026; candidates should confirm later official updates.
Current-status note: This article was prepared from the recruitment notice available on the official authority website as of October 3, 2026. Candidates should read the complete notification and any later corrigendum before applying.
Simple Candidate Worksheet
A practical way to avoid application mistakes is to prepare a one-page worksheet before opening the portal. Write: Post item → Department → Reservation → Qualification → Certificate → Age reference → Documents → Fee → Deadline. Fill each field only after checking the official advertisement. This is particularly useful in CSRE because similar LDA designations appear under different departments and pay levels.
| Check | Candidate action |
|---|---|
| Post | Record the exact item number and designation |
| Reservation | Match the vacancy category with your certificate |
| Qualification | Verify degree and computer certificate where required |
| Age | Calculate against January 1, 2026 |
| Documents | Prepare clear scans and keep originals ready |
| Submission | Save application number and payment proof |
After Applying: What to Monitor
Submitting the application is not the end of the recruitment process. Candidates should monitor the NSSB website for application-status information, admit-card instructions, examination-centre allocation, syllabus notices, corrigenda and the final examination schedule. Keep the registered contact details accessible because future communication may depend on the information supplied during registration.
If a correction window or additional document requirement is announced, act within the notified period. Do not rely on an old screenshot or an earlier version of the advertisement when a later official notice has changed a condition.
Last-Minute Verification Checklist
Before the application window closes, verify the selected CSRE item against the official vacancy table one final time. Check the department name, reservation condition, qualification and certificate requirements. Then verify the application number and payment record. Candidates should also keep the official syllabus and advertisement saved on their device so they can refer to the same source while preparing for the examination.
For future updates, monitor the official NSSB website instead of relying only on social-media messages. Admit-card instructions, centre allocation and corrigenda can be issued separately after the application window closes.
Final Application Review
Before final submission, compare the application screen with the original certificates. Check the spelling of the candidate name, date of birth, Indigenous Inhabitant details, reservation category and qualification. Candidates applying for clerical posts should make sure the computer certificate is available in the required form. If a government employee is applying, check the NOC requirement before submitting.
It is also useful to keep a recruitment folder containing the advertisement, syllabus, application confirmation, payment receipt and copies of certificates. This folder can later be used for admit-card, examination and document-verification stages.
Do Not Miss the Noon Deadline
The closing time is 12:00 noon on October 16, 2026. A candidate who begins the application on the final morning has little time to resolve payment or upload problems. Complete the form early and save the final confirmation. The tentative November 14 examination date should also be treated as subject to later official confirmation.
Candidate Decision Checklist
Before submitting the CSRE form, candidates should make a simple eligibility sheet. Write down the exact post item, department, reservation category, qualification, age reference date and document required. This is especially useful because the 11 vacancies are divided among different departments and pay levels. A candidate who qualifies for one item may not automatically qualify for another item.
Check the qualification date as well. The relevant degree and computer certificate should satisfy the conditions in the advertisement by the prescribed stage. Keep scanned copies in a clearly named folder so that the application process is not delayed by searching for documents. After submission, keep both a digital copy and a printed copy of the final application.
What to Check Before the Deadline
- Confirm the vacancy item and reservation category.
- Verify the Indigenous Inhabitant certificate and its prescribed format.
- Check the date of birth against the accepted proof.
- For LDA posts, verify the computer certificate.
- For ASI, read the physical standards and test requirements.
- Check that photograph and signature files are readable.
- Complete payment early and verify the transaction.
- Download the submitted application.
Related Nagaland Recruitment Coverage
CareerSphere is maintaining a dedicated Nagaland Jobs section so candidates can compare active notices without relying on old recruitment articles. The NSSB LDA-cum-Computer Assistant Recruitment 2026 article provides a separate breakdown of the eight clerical vacancies. Candidates looking for a lower educational qualification can also read the Tuensang MTS Recruitment 2026 guide.
These internal guides should be used together with the original government notices. Recruitment conditions can change through corrigenda, and the official authority remains the final source for eligibility, dates and selection instructions.
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