Nagaland Police Recruitment 2025 – Apply for 1176 Constable Posts and Exam Date

Nagaland Police operates under the Department of Home Affairs, Government of Nagaland. Its structure includes Nagaland Armed Police (NAP) battalions, district executive forces (DEF), telecommunication units, intelligence branches, and forensic labs. The Director General of Police (DGP) heads the department, and as of 2025, the force has been focusing on modernization, community policing, and improving recruitment transparency.

Past Recruitment Trends

Historically, the state has conducted periodic drives for constables, sub-inspectors, and other ranks. Many of those drives have prioritized indigenous candidates and reserved quotas for local tribes. The 2025 recruitment is notable for both its scale and clarity in scheduling.

Latest Update: 1176 Constable (GD) Posts

The biggest recent announcement is for 1176 Constable (General Duty) posts, open exclusively to indigenous candidates of Nagaland. Application window is from October 6, 2025 (12:00 noon) to November 7, 2025 (3:00 pm). According to the recruitment portal, the exam is scheduled for December 1, 2025.

Mark these dates clearly in your calendar.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

While detailed breakdowns per category may follow official notice, the general requirement is a pass in Class 6 (for backward tribes) in some categories and higher schooling for others. For mainstream categories, typically Class 10 or Class 12 is expected.

Age Limit & Physical Standards

Age limits and physical benchmarks are usually defined in the official notification (height, chest measurement, running time). These will be published along with the detailed advertisement.

Resident / Indigenous Requirement

Only indigenous citizens of Nagaland are eligible to apply for these 1176 posts. This restriction is meant to prioritize local representation and ensure opportunities for natives.

Application Process

Online Registration Portal

You’ll need to register via the Nagaland Police Registration Portal at nagalandpolicerecruitment.in. Once registered, you can fill in the application, upload documents, and submit before the deadline.

Step-by-Step Guide

Visit the registration portal

Fill in personal, educational and native status details

Upload required documents (ID, educational certificates, proof of indigenous status)

Pay application fee (if applicable)

Submit and download confirmation

Application Fee

The detailed fee, if any, will be given in the official advertisement. Be sure to read that carefully.

Selection Process

Written / Computer Based Test

There will be a written or computer-based test covering general knowledge, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, etc.

Physical / Endurance Test

Candidates who pass the written exam will be called for a physical endurance test: sprints, long runs, pushups, etc.

Interview / Document Verification

Finally, document verification and a personal interview (if applicable) will finalize the selection.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern

While the state has not yet released a full syllabus, based on past patterns, expect:

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

English / Language Ability

Quantitative Aptitude / Arithmetic

Logical Reasoning / Mental Ability

Basic Science / Social Studies

The exam may be about 100–150 marks. Check early for the notification once released.

Conclusion

The Nagaland Police Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for native youths of Nagaland to step into a career of public service. With 1176 constable posts up for grabs, the timelines are tight and the competition will be stiff. But with the right preparation, disciplined approach, and up-to-date information, success is within reach. Keep checking the official portal, stay updated on notifications, and begin your preparation early. This drive doesn’t just open doors for you — it strengthens the fabric of security and governance in Nagaland.