NEC Secretariat Invites Applications for Senior Secretariat Assistant Recruitment 2026

North Eastern Council Secretariat has released an official recruitment notification inviting applications from eligible officers for the post of Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) on a deputation basis.

The North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretariat functions under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Government of India, and plays a crucial role in the economic and social development of the North Eastern States. The council is responsible for regional planning, infrastructure development, and coordination of developmental activities across the region.

This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for experienced government employees seeking deputation appointments in a prestigious central government organization.

Vacancy Details

Post Name

• Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)

Number of Vacancies

• 03 Posts

Organization

• North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC)

Ministry

• Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER)

Job Location

• Shillong, Meghalaya

Recruitment Type

• Deputation Basis

Pay Level

• Level-4 Pay Matrix (7th CPC)

Salary Scale

• ₹25,500 – ₹81,100

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are invited from officers working under:

• Central Government
• State Governments
• Union Territory Administrations

Eligible Officers Must:

• Hold analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department

OR

• Have completed 8 years of regular service in the grade of Junior Secretariat Assistant or equivalent post in Level-2 Pay Matrix (₹19,900 – ₹63,200).

Age Limit

• Maximum age should not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of application receipt.

Duties and Responsibilities

The selected Senior Secretariat Assistant will be responsible for:

• Processing and examining official correspondence
• Maintaining and handling files
• Drafting notes and official communications
• Assisting Section Heads and senior officers
• Verifying facts and records in files
• Ensuring compliance with rules and regulations
• Preparing monthly and quarterly reports
• Supporting administrative and secretarial functions
• Providing guidance to Junior Secretariat Assistants
• Performing other official duties assigned by competent authorities

The role requires strong administrative, communication, and documentation skills.

Deputation Period

Tenure

• Initial deputation period shall generally not exceed 3 years.

Maximum Age Limit

• 56 years on the closing date of application.

Application Process

Interested and eligible officers should forward their applications through proper channel.

Applications should include:

• Prescribed Application Form
• Attested Copies of APARs/ACRs for the Last 5 Years
• Integrity Certificate
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate
• Cadre Clearance Certificate
• Service Particulars and Supporting Documents

Candidates can download the prescribed format and detailed notification from the NEC website.

Selection Process

The recruitment process may include:

• Application Screening
• Eligibility Verification
• APAR/Service Record Evaluation
• Document Verification
• Deputation Approval

Selection will be made according to Government of India deputation guidelines.

Important Date

Last Date to Apply

• Within 60 Days from the Date of Publication in Employment News

Applications received after the closing date may not be considered.

Why Apply?

• Central Government deputation opportunity
• Attractive Level-4 pay scale
• Work with the Ministry of DoNER
• Opportunity to contribute to Northeast India’s development
• Professional growth in administrative services

Eligible government employees should apply before the prescribed deadline.