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Recruitment Overview
The North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC), headquartered in Shillong, Meghalaya, has announced a recruitment drive for 18 Stenographer Grade-II posts on a deputation basis. This is an excellent opportunity for serving Central/State Government officers to work in a premier statutory body facilitating development in the North Eastern Region. The recruitment is Direct Recruitment based on merit and eligibility via deputation, not a competitive exam.
Key Highlights Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC) |
| Post Name | Stenographer Grade-II |
| Total Vacancies | 18 |
| Application Start Date | Published on 17 February 2026 (in Employment News) |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 60 days from publication (Approx. 18 April 2026) |
| Official Website | http://necouncil.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale / Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | 18 (Eighteen) | Rs. 44900 - 142400/- (Level 7 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix) Equivalent to: - 6th CPC: Rs. 9300-34800 + GP Rs. 4600/- - 5th CPC: Rs. 5000-150-8000/- | Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. |
Reservation: No specific reservation details provided in the notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the official PDF for any departmental reservations.
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
Educational Qualification
- Officers under the Central Government, State Government, Union Territories, or Statutory Organisations holding:
- An analogous post on a regular basis, OR
- With eight years of regular service in a post in the pay scale of Rs. 4000-100-6000 (5th CPC)/PB-1 Rs. 5,200-20,200/- + GP Rs. 2400/- (6th CPC) corresponding to Level 4 (Rs. 25500-81100/-) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix or equivalent.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Not exceeding 56 years.
- Age as on: Calculated as of the closing date for receipt of applications (Approx. 18 April 2026).
Mandatory Requirements
- Officers must be willing and eligible to be spared on deputation by their parent Cadre Authority/Head of Department.
- Services must be forwarded immediately to reach the Director (Admn.) within 60 days.
Age Relaxation
As this is a deputation post for government officers, standard age relaxation rules for SC/ST/OBC do not apply. The upper age limit is fixed at 56 years.
Selection Process
This is a Direct Recruitment on Deputation. The selection will be based on:
- Scrutiny of Applications: Verification of eligibility and service records.
- Forwarding by Cadre Authority: Applications must be forwarded by the parent department.
- Final Selection: By the competent authority based on merit and suitability.
No written exam, interview, or physical test is mentioned.
Application Fee
Not specified in the notification. Candidates should check the official PDF for any fee requirements.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the Official Website: Go to http://necouncil.gov.in.
- Download the Notification: Access the detailed advertisement and Annexure-I (Curriculum Vitae format) from the vacancies section.
- Prepare Application: Fill out the CV format as per Annexure-I. Ensure all details are accurate.
- Forward through Proper Channel: Submit the application through your Cadre Authority/Head of Department who must forward it to the Director (Admn.), NEC Secretariat.
- Submit Before Deadline: Applications must reach the Director (Admn.) within 60 days from 17 February 2026 (Approx. 18 April 2026).
- Attach Documents: Include service records, NOC, and other relevant documents as required.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 17 February 2026 (Published in Employment News)
- Application Start: Immediate (from publication date)
- Last Date to Apply: Within 60 days from publication (Approx. 18 April 2026)
- Application Reach Date: Must reach Director (Admn.) by the last date
Important Links Section
- Notification PDF & Application Form: https://necouncil.gov.in/advertisements/vacancies
- Official Website: http://necouncil.gov.in