The Nagaland Police Open Recruitment Rally 2026 has begun across the state, drawing over 30,000 aspirants competing for 1,176 Constable General Duty posts.
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DIMAPUR — The Nagaland Police Open Recruitment Rally 2026 commenced across the state on Wednesday, marking the start of a week-long selection process that has drawn more than 30,000 aspirants competing for 1,176 Constable (General Duty) posts.
The recruitment rally, scheduled from January 7 to the 13th, is being conducted simultaneously at designated venues in all districts, marking one of the largest recruitment exercises undertaken by the Police Department in recent years.
The selection process includes verification of documents, physical standard measurements, medical screening and physical efficiency tests (PET). Candidates who successfully clear all physical and medical stages will be eligible to appear for the written examination and interview as per the notified schedule.
At the Nagaland Armed Police Training Centre (NAPTC), Chümoukedima, recruitment for Dimapur, Chümoukedima and Niuland districts began with considerable turnout. A total of 3,377 candidates are competing for 144 posts allocated to the three districts, including 127 posts for male candidates and 17 for female candidates.
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On the first day, 158 female candidates from various Naga tribes reported for the morning shift at 6 am, while 171 male candidates from the Angami tribe appeared in the second shift at 10 am. Officials said the recruitment process began with document verification, followed by physical measurements and medical examinations.
As per recruitment norms, the minimum height requirement is 5 feet 3 inches for male candidates and 5 feet for female candidates. Weight and chest measurements were recorded in accordance with prescribed standards before candidates proceeded for medical screening.
Medical examinations included checks for vision, hearing ability, physical deformities such as flat feet or knock knees, and screening for drug or alcohol use. For female candidates, pregnancy testing was mandatory. Officials clarified that candidates testing positive would have their training deferred to the next batch, in line with existing guidelines.
Physical efficiency tests included running, pull-ups, high jump and long jump. Male candidates were required to complete a 3 km run within 12 minutes, while female candidates had to complete a 2 km run within the same time. Officials said candidates must qualify in all PET events to proceed further in the recruitment process.
District-wise progress
In Wokha district, the state-wide recruitment drive began at the Public Ground under the District Executive Force (DEF). On the opening day, candidates with serial numbers from 1 to 1000 participated in the medical and physical standard tests. Superintendent of Police Relo T Aye addressed the aspirants, urging them to strictly adhere to the prescribed protocols throughout the recruitment process. Medical and physical standard tests in the district are scheduled to continue until January 9, after which running tests and the written examination will be conducted.
At Mon, the recruitment rally commenced at the Mon Local Ground on January 7 and will continue until January 16. A total of 6,121 candidates have applied for 166 constable posts allocated to the district. On the first day, 511 candidates underwent medical and physical efficiency tests. The opening programme included a prayer service conducted by the Police Baptist Church, Mon, in the presence of district police and administration officials, according to a DIPR update.
Zunheboto district also recorded strong participation, with 2,648 candidates competing for 102 posts at the Police Reserve Ground, DEF Zunheboto. Of these, 2,397 are male and 251 are female candidates. According to officials, the recruitment rally will be conducted over till January 10. Candidates who qualify the physical and medical stages will appear for the written examination scheduled for January 20 at the Government Higher Secondary School, Zunheboto.
In Peren district, the recruitment rally is underway at the 9th IR Battalion Camp, Saijang. The process, which began on today, will continue until January 9. A total of 217 candidates turned up on the first day to compete for 50 posts, including six reserved for female candidates. Officials said necessary arrangements have been made to ensure smooth conduct of the rally.
Recruitment also commenced in Phek district at the 5th NAP Camp. As per records, 2,741 candidates have applied for 103 constable posts in the district. Police and district officials were present to oversee the commencement of the selection process.
According to the Police department, the recruitment drive is being conducted under strict supervision to ensure transparency, fairness and adherence to prescribed norms. Security and administrative arrangements have been put in place at all centres to facilitate smooth conduct of the rally.
The recruitment process will conclude on January 13, following which candidates who clear the physical and medical stages will move on to the written examination and interview phases.