NEC Stenographer Grade-II Recruitment 2026

About This Job

North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC) has released a notification for 18 Stenographer Grade-II posts at its headquarters in Shillong, Meghalaya. These posts are to be filled on deputation basis from officers serving under Central or State Government, Union Territories, or Statutory Organisations. Last date to apply is 17 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month under Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC) Stenographer Grade-II Recruitment 2026 - 18 Posts

The North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC), functioning under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), Government of India, has announced recruitment for 18 Stenographer Grade-II positions on deputation basis. This is an excellent opportunity for government employees looking for a deputation posting in scenic Shillong, Meghalaya. Serving officers who are already working as Stenographers in Central or State Government departments can apply through proper channel.

Who Can Apply?

This recruitment is open to serving government employees only. You can apply if you meet one of the following conditions:

Option 1 - Holding Analogous Post:

• You must be an officer under the Central Government, State Government, Union Territory, or a Statutory Organisation holding an analogous post on regular basis.

Option 2 - Eight Years of Regular Service:

• You must have 8 years of regular service in a post with pay scale of Rs. 25,500 - 81,100 (Level 4) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
• Equivalent scales: Rs. 4,000-100-6,000 (5th CPC) or PB-1 Rs. 5,200-20,200 + Grade Pay Rs. 2,400 (6th CPC).

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
• The total period of deputation (including any previous deputation in another ex-cadre post) shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years.

Salary

• Pay Scale: Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month under Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.
• Equivalent older scales: Rs. 5,000-150-8,000 (5th CPC) or PB-2 Rs. 9,300-34,800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4,600 (6th CPC).
• You will also receive DA, HRA, TA, and other allowances as per Central Government rules.
• Deputation terms will follow DoPT O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010 and No. 2/11/2017-Estt. (Pay-II) dated 24.11.2017.

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for this deputation post.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

There is no written examination for this recruitment. Selection will be based on:

1. Scrutiny of Applications: Applications received through proper channel will be screened based on eligibility criteria, service records, and experience.
2. Assessment of Service Records: Your ACRs/APARs, integrity certificate, vigilance clearance, and other service documents will be evaluated.
3. Document Verification: Selected candidates will need to produce original documents for verification before joining.

How to Apply

1. Visit the NEC official website at necouncil.gov.in and download the notification along with Annexure-I (Curriculum Vitae Proforma).
2. Fill in the CV Proforma (Annexure-I) completely with all required details.
3. Get your application countersigned by the Cadre/Appointing Authority of your current department.
4. Collect all required enclosures (ACRs, certificates) from your department.
5. Send the complete application through proper channel to: Director (Admn.), North Eastern Council Secretariat, Nongrim Hills, Shillong - 793003, Meghalaya.
6. Ensure your application reaches within 60 days from the date of publication in the Employment News.

Note: Candidates who apply cannot withdraw their candidature subsequently.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 17 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 17 April 2026 (within 60 days of Employment News publication)
• Exam Date: Not applicable (no written exam)

• Work as Personal Assistant (PA) to senior officers of NEC Secretariat
• Take shorthand dictation in English and type on the computer accurately
• Maintain Visitors' Diary, files, and DAK movement registers of the assigned Officer/Sector/Section
• Keep records of tour details of officers with whom you are attached
• Handle correspondence, letters, and official communications on behalf of senior officers
• Perform any other tasks assigned by your attached Secretary/Deputy Secretary/Director (Admn.)
• Manage scheduling, appointments, and meeting arrangements for senior officials