📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Recruitment Overview
The North Eastern Council Secretariat (NECS) has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Research Officer (Planning). This is a prestigious opportunity for officers under the Central Government, State Government, or Union Territories to serve in a strategic planning role based in Shillong. The recruitment is being conducted strictly on a deputation basis for a lien vacancy.
Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on deputation merit, not a competitive examination. Selection will be based on the scrutiny of applications, service records, and eligibility criteria.
Key Highlights Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | North Eastern Council Secretariat (NECS) |
| Post Name | Research Officer (Planning) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 (One) |
| Application Start Date | 11/02/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11/04/2026 |
| Official Website | https://necouncil.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Research Officer (Planning) | Level 10 (Rs. 56100-177500) of 7th CPC Pay Matrix. (Equivalent to Rs. 15,600-39,100 + GP Rs. 5400 in 6th CPC) | Maximum 56 years as on closing date (11/04/2026) |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Master’s Degree in one of the following subjects from a recognized University:
- Statistics
- Operations Research
- Mathematics
- Economics (with Statistics)
- Commerce (with Statistics)
2. Experience Required
- Three years of experience in the collection, compilation, analysis, and interpretation of statistical data.
3. Deputation Eligibility
Candidates must be officers from Central/State Government or Union Territories:
- Hold an analogous post on a regular basis; OR
- Have 5 years of service in the grade rendered after regular appointment in the scale of pay Rs. 6500-10,500 (5th CPC) / Rs. 9,300-34,800 + GP Rs. 4600 (6th CPC) (Level 7 of 7th CPC).
4. Age Limit & Relaxation
- Maximum Age: 56 years.
- Age Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of the closing date of receipt of applications (11th April 2026).
- Period of Deputation: Ordinarily not exceeding 3 years.
Selection Process
Since this is a deputation recruitment, there is no written exam. The selection process involves:
- Scrutiny of Applications: Verification of eligibility criteria and service records.
- Document Verification: Checking of ACRs, Vigilance Clearance, and Educational Certificates.
- Final Selection: Based on the suitability of the officer for the post.
Application Fee
Not specified in the notification text. Candidates should refer to the official PDF for any fee requirements.
How to Apply
- Visit the Official Website: Go to https://necouncil.gov.in.
- Download Application Form: Download the Application Form (Annexure-II) and the detailed notification.
- Fill the Form: Complete the application form in the prescribed format.
- Get Countersigned: The form must be signed by the candidate and countersigned and sealed by the Cadre/Appointing Authority.
- Prepare Enclosures: Gather the following documents:
- Application in Annexure-II (duly signed).
- Attested copies of ACRs for the last 5 years.
- Integrity Certificate.
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- Major/Minor penalty certificate for the last 10 years.
- Certificate verifying particulars as per service records.
- Cadre clearance certificate.
- Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates.
- Submit Application: Send the completed application form along with all enclosures to the following address so that it reaches by 11/04/2026:
Director (Admn.)
North Eastern Council Secretariat
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11th February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 11th February 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 11th April 2026 (60 days from publication) |