The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDNER) invites offline applications for six contractual Consultant positions at the NEC Secretariat, Shillong, across Agriculture, Tourism, Health, Education, Industry & Logistics and Planning sectors. Candidates must hold relevant Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degrees with sector-specific experience (3–5 years generally; 6 years for Agriculture) and preference is given to those with working experience in the North-East region. Age limits are 25–50 years as on 01-01-2026 with standard SC/ST/OBC relaxations. Salary is Rs. 50,000/month with an annual increment of Rs. 3,000 subject to performance. Applications must reach the given Shillong address by 30-04-2026.
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Vacancy Details
- Consultant – Agriculture & Allied Sector: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s & Master’s degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Veterinary Science/Fisheries or related discipline. 6 years of experience in agricultural or allied sector project implementation, value-chain development, or rural development programs. Familiarity with government schemes and field-level coordination. Working experience in North-East region. - Consultant – Tourism: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Degree in Tourism Management/Hospitality/Geography or related field. 3-5 years of experience in tourism planning, destination development, or tour & travel activities. Experience with stakeholder coordination and project documentation. Working experience in North-East region. - Consultant – Health: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Public Health/Health Administration/Community Medicine/Nursing or related field. 3-5 years of experience in health sector program management, monitoring, or implementation. Knowledge of public health systems, health indicators, and government health schemes. Working experience in North-East region. - Consultant – Education: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Education/Educational Planning/Social Sciences/Public Policy or related field. 3-5 years of experience in education sector programs, school or higher education reforms, or skill development initiatives. Familiarity with education policies, institutional frameworks, and coordination with state education departments. Working experience in North-East region. - Consultant – Industry and Logistics: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Degree/Master’s in Economics/Commerce/International Business/MBA or related field. 3-5 years of experience in export promotion, trade facilitation, value-chain analysis, or market linking. Knowledge of industry clusters, product development, and trade policies. Working experience in North-East region. - Consultant – Planning Sector: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Economics/Statistics/Mathematics/Public Policy or related fields. 3-5 years of experience in economic planning, formulation and analysis of developmental schemes/projects. Strong computer application, data analysis and policy research skills. Experience working with Central/State Government departments and knowledge of North Eastern Region priorities.
Qualification Requirements
Essential qualifications vary by post: either a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in the respective sector (e.g., Agriculture/Horticulture/Veterinary Science/Fisheries for Agriculture; Tourism Management/Hospitality/Geography for Tourism; Master’s in Public Health/Health Administration/Community Medicine/Nursing for Health; Master’s in Education/Educational Planning/Social Sciences/Public Policy for Education; Degree/Master’s in Economics/Commerce/International Business/MBA for Industry & Logistics; Master’s in Economics/Statistics/Mathematics/Public Policy for Planning). Experience requirements: Agriculture consultant requires 6 years experience; most other consultants require 3-5 years in relevant sectoral project planning, implementation, or program management. Familiarity/working experience in the North-East region and knowledge of government schemes, stakeholder coordination, data analysis and report preparation are repeatedly required.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 25 years
- Maximum Age: 50 years
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹0
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted.
- Skill Test: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to appear for a skill test at the NEC Secretariat, Shillong.
- Interview: Candidates who take the skill test will be interviewed at the NEC Secretariat, Shillong.
- Final Selection: Final selection will be based on performance in the skill test and the interview.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form (no direct link provided in the notice).
- Fill the application form completely with personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, computer knowledge, and category details if applicable.
- Attach required documents: self-attested photograph on form, self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, computer knowledge certificates, and category certificate if applicable.
- Send the duly filled application form with all enclosures to: Director (Admn), Room No. 405, NEC Secretariat, Nongrim Hills, Shillong – 793003, Meghalaya.
- Ensure the application reaches the address on or before 30-04-2026; late applications will not be considered.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility and qualification requirements for these consultant posts?
Eligibility varies by post: candidates must hold relevant Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degrees in sector-specific fields (for example Agriculture, Tourism, Health, Education, Economics/Commerce/Policy). Experience requirements range from 3-5 years for most posts and 6 years for the Agriculture consultant, with working experience in the North-East region preferred.
How do I apply for these MDNER consultant positions?
Applications must be submitted offline. Download the prescribed application form (link not provided in the notice), fill it completely, attach self-attested required documents, and send the package to Director (Admn), Room No. 405, NEC Secretariat, Nongrim Hills, Shillong – 793003, Meghalaya.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The application must reach the specified address on or before 30-04-2026. Applications received after that deadline will not be considered.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted and invited to a skill test followed by an interview at the NEC Secretariat, Shillong. Final selection will be based on performance in both the skill test and the interview.
What is the salary and pay scale for the consultant positions?
Salary is Rs. 50,000/- per month for all listed consultant posts. There is a yearly increment of Rs. 3,000/- subject to satisfactory performance.
