North Eastern Council Secretariat Recruitment 2026 for 3 Senior Secretariat Assistant Posts – Apply Online @ necouncil.gov.in

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North Eastern Council Secretariat Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for Senior Secretariat Assistant Posts

A golden opportunity awaits eligible Central/State Government officers! The North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretariat has released the Latest Notification 2026 for filling up 03 posts of Senior Secretariat Assistant on a deputation basis. This Sarkari Naukri notification offers a stable career in a premier government organization under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). Located in the picturesque hill city of Shillong, Meghalaya, this role provides an attractive salary under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100). If you are a Central or State Government servant looking for deputation opportunities, this is your chance to apply online for the NEC Shillong Recruitment 2026.

Why Apply for NEC Secretariat Jobs?

• Job Security: Permanent deputation role in a Central Government organization.
• Attractive Pay Scale: Level 4 of 7th CPC (Rs. 25,500–81,100) with DA and other allowances.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to work in strategic North Eastern development projects.
• Work-Life Balance: Located in Shillong, known for its pleasant climate and scenic beauty.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for North Eastern Council Secretariat Recruitment 2026

Category: Central Government Jobs (Deputation Basis)

Eligibility Criteria for NEC Shillong Recruitment

1. Method of Recruitment

Deputation (2nd Method) – Only serving officers from Central Government, State Government, or Union Territory Administration are eligible.

2. Essential Qualifications

• Officers holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department; OR
• Officers with 8 years of regular service in the grade rendered after appointment as Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) in Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200) or equivalent.

Note: Departmental officers in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for deputation.

3. Age Limit

Maximum age limit for appointment by deputation is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

4. Period of Deputation

Ordinarily not exceeding 3 years. The period includes any previous deputation in an ex-cadre post in the same or other Central Government departments.

5. Duties and Responsibilities

• Work under Sectoral Head/Section Officer and handle entrusted tasks.
• Process and examine correspondences, prepare drafts with noting.
• Point out mistakes, verify facts, and suggest courses of action.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly statements and guide Junior Secretariat Assistants.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Deputy Secretary/Director (Admn.).

How to Apply for North Eastern Council Secretariat Vacancy 2026

Applications must be submitted offline via the proper channel. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website: necouncil.gov.in.
2. Download the Curriculum Vitae (Annexure-I) and the official notification PDF.
3. Fill in the required details accurately.
4. Forward the application through the proper channel to the Director (Admn.), North Eastern Council Secretariat, Nongrim Hills, Shillong – 793003.
5. Ensure the application reaches within 60 days from the date of publication in the Employment News (Start Date: 30th May 2026).

Application Deadline: Approximately 29th July 2026 (60 days from 30th May 2026).

For any queries, contact the NEC Secretariat at the provided address or visit the official website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Applications must reach within 60 days from 30th May 2026, i.e., approximately 29th July 2026.

No, this is a deputation-based post for serving officers in Central/State Government with 8 years of service or holding an analogous post.

The salary is Level 4 of 7th CPC, ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 per month.

Visit necouncil.gov.in and download the PDF from the notifications section or use the direct link provided.

No, this is a deputation-based recruitment; no written exam is conducted.

The job location is Shillong, Meghalaya, at the North Eastern Council Secretariat, Nongrim Hills.

Departmental officers in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for deputation.

Selection is based on deputation eligibility and verification of documents by the concerned authorities.