Government jobs in Nagaland
Eligibility, age limits and category relaxation for Nagaland government recruitment, from the NPSC civil services exam. Students from Nagaland can also apply for 48 central government exams.
Nagaland government exams
NPSC
Combined Competitive Exam
- Qualification
- Graduate
- Age (General)
- 21–30 years
- Relaxation
- ST +5
Police service 21–28.
Official website: npsc.nagaland.gov.in
Central government jobs for Nagaland students
Central exams are open to candidates from every state, with the same age relaxation everywhere. See the full lists by qualification:
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for NPSC?
For the Combined Competitive Exam, the age limit for General candidates is 21 to 30 years. Reserved categories get extra years (ST +5). You need a bachelor's degree in any subject. Police service 21–28.
Can candidates from other states apply for Nagaland government jobs?
Usually yes for General posts. Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS normally apply only to Nagaland residents; candidates from other states are treated as General.
Other states
Rules checked against the latest notifications in October 2026. Exam bodies change age limits and cut-off dates each cycle, so always confirm in the official notification before you apply.