North Eastern Council Secretariat Recruitment 2026 – Junior Consultant (IPR)
The North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC), Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India invites applications for the contractual post of Junior Consultant (Information & Public Relations - IPR).
Organization Details
| Organization Name | North Eastern Council Secretariat (NEC) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region |
| Government | Government of India |
| Official Website | https://necouncil.gov.in |
Job Details
| Post Name | Junior Consultant (Information & Public Relations - IPR) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Employment Type | Contractual (Full-time) |
| Place of Work | NEC Secretariat, Nongrim Hills, Shillong, Meghalaya, India - 793003 |
| Monthly Salary | ₹37,000 per month |
| Annual Increment | ₹3,000 per year (based on satisfactory performance) |
Important Dates
- Last Date for Submission of Application: 17 April 2026
- Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
Application Process
- Download the application form from the official website.
- Fill in the application form with complete details.
- Attach detailed bio-data and required documents.
- Send the application to the following address:
- Director (Admn), Room No. 405,
North Eastern Council Secretariat,
Nongrim Hills, Shillong – 793003, Meghalaya. - Applications must reach before the deadline.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Mass Media, Public Relations, Public Administration, or Media Management.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Public Relations, Media, or related fields.
- Experience in editing, social media, or academic publishing in peer-reviewed journals is required.
Skills Required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in media management (online and print).
- Public relations expertise.
- Academic writing and publishing skills.
- Social media management and content creation.
- Proficiency in MS Office and digital communication tools.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 25 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years (as on 1st January of the year of advertisement)
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates
- Age Relaxation: 3 years for OBC candidates
Reservation Details
- Reservation benefits are applicable as per Government of India rules.
- Age relaxation available for SC/ST and OBC categories.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility criteria.
- Skill Test.
- Interview at NEC Secretariat.
- No request for postponement of test/interview will be entertained.
Contract Duration
- Initial engagement will be for 1 year.
- Extension may be granted based on performance and requirement.
- Maximum of four extensions allowed.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Manage NEC website-related activities.
- Draft and edit NEC Newsletter, Journal, and Press Releases.
- Develop and implement communication strategies.
- Enhance the public image of NEC.
Other Terms and Conditions
- The engagement is purely contractual and does not guarantee permanent employment.
- The contract may be terminated at any time without assigning any reason.
- Candidates must not take up any other assignment during the contract period.
- TA/DA will be provided as per Government of India rules applicable to Group 'C' staff.
- 8 days of casual leave is allowed.
- Maternity benefits are applicable as per the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017.
- Candidates must arrange their own accommodation.
- Candidates must maintain their own health and life insurance.
- Medical fitness certificate may be required.
- Police verification is mandatory as per Government guidelines.
- All intellectual property created during the contract will belong to NEC.
- No compensation will be provided for injury, illness, or death during the contract period.
- Candidates must comply with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013.
- Final decision in all matters rests with the Secretary, NEC.
- NEC reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning any reason.
Contact Information
Director (Admn), Room No. 405
North Eastern Council Secretariat
Nongrim Hills, Shillong – 793003, Meghalaya, India
