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| Meghalaya Civil Secretariat Recruitment 2026: Apply online for 153 Grade IV vacancies (Peon, Cleaner, Sweeper, Chowkidar, Mali) before 18th September 2026. |
The Secretariat Administration Department (Nazarat), Government of Meghalaya, has released an official recruitment notification inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens for various Grade IV positions. A total of 153 vacancies—comprising both fresh and unfilled backlog posts—are available across several roles within the Meghalaya Civil Secretariat.
If you meet the minimum educational requirements and are looking for a secure government job in Meghalaya, this recruitment drive offers a great opportunity. All interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online before the specified closing date.
Key Recruitment Details
- Recruiting Department: Secretariat Administration Department (Nazarat), Government of Meghalaya
- Post Level: Grade IV (Level-1 of the Pay Matrix plus admissible allowances under Rules)
- Total Number of Vacancies: 153 Posts
- Job Location: Meghalaya
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Start Date for Registration: Active Now
- Last Date to Apply: 18th September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Official Application Portal: rpa.meghalaya.gov.in
{inAds}Complete Breakdown of Vacancies & Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have passed Class VI to be eligible for any of the advertised Grade IV posts. Here is the complete factual distribution of available vacancies across categories and roles:
1. Peon
- Educational Qualification: Class VI Passed
- Unfilled Backlog Vacancies: 6 Posts (4 Khasi-Jaintia, 1 Garo, 1 OST/SC)
- Fresh Vacancies: 118 Posts (17 Unreserved, 48 Khasi-Jaintia, 47 Garo, 6 OST/SC)
- Total Peon Vacancies: 124 Posts (Includes reservations for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities [PWDs] and Sports Persons)
2. Cleaner
- Educational Qualification: Class VI Passed
- Unfilled Backlog Vacancies: 5 Posts (3 Khasi-Jaintia, 1 Garo, 1 OST/SC)
- Fresh Vacancies: 12 Posts (1 Unreserved, 5 Khasi-Jaintia, 4 Garo, 2 OST/SC)
- Total Cleaner Vacancies: 17 Posts (Includes reservations for PWDs and Sports Persons)
3. Sweeper
- Educational Qualification: Class VI Passed
- Fresh Vacancies: 6 Posts (1 Unreserved, 3 Khasi-Jaintia, 2 Garo)
- Total Sweeper Vacancies: 6 Posts
4. Chowkidar
- Educational Qualification: Class VI Passed
- Fresh Vacancies: 3 Posts (1 Unreserved, 1 Khasi-Jaintia, 1 Garo)
- Total Chowkidar Vacancies: 3 Posts
5. Mali
- Educational Qualification: Class VI Passed
- Fresh Vacancies: 3 Posts (1 Unreserved, 1 Khasi-Jaintia, 1 Garo)
- Total Mali Vacancies: 3 Posts {inAds}
Age Limit and Relaxations
Candidates applying for these posts must fall within the specified age brackets as of 01.01.2026:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- ST/SC Candidates: Relaxable by 5 years.
- PWD Candidates: Relaxations apply as per Office Memorandum No.PER(AR)150/88/560 dated 18/1/2023.
Accepted Proof of Date of Birth: School Certificate, H.S.L.C. Admit Card, Certificate issued by the Municipal Board, or Department of Health & Family Welfare. No other documents will be accepted as proof of age.
Scheme of Examination & Selection Method
The final selection of suitable candidates against the notified vacancies shall be made by the Departmental Selection Committee through a Written Examination. There will be no interview process in line with Office Memorandum No.PER(AR)58/2024/36.
Written Test Structure:
- General English: 50 Marks
- General Awareness: 50 Marks
- Total Marks: 100 Marks
- Duration: 1 Hour (1 Hour 30 Minutes for PWD candidates)
Note: There will be negative marking for wrong answers, details of which will be specified in the question paper guidelines.
Examination Centres:
Candidates can select their preferred centre from: Shillong, Tura, Jowai, Nongstoin, and Nongpoh. Choose carefully, as centres cannot be changed once selected. If applicant numbers at Jowai, Nongstoin, or Nongpoh are insufficient, the Departmental Selection Committee reserves the right to assign the nearest centre.
{inAds}Examination Fees
- General Category: ₹100 per post
- ST / SC Category: ₹50 per post
Accepted Payment Modes:
- Debit cum ATM Cards / Credit Cards / Net Banking
- UPI
- E-Challan (Cash Payment): Select "Pay Across Bank Counter" to generate an e-challan, print it, and make the payment at any State Bank of India (SBI) branch. An additional bank commission fee may apply.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step
Follow these instructions to submit your application for the Meghalaya Secretariat Grade IV recruitment:
- Visit the Official Recruitment Portal: rpa.meghalaya.gov.in.
- One-Time Registration (OTR): First-time applicants must complete a one-time registration on the portal to create profile credentials.
- Log In & Select Post: Access your dashboard and select the Grade IV post(s) you wish to apply for.
- Fill Application Details: Carefully fill in your basic personal information, educational qualifications, and category details.
- Upload Certificates: Attach valid copies of required documents, including age proof and qualification certificates.
- Pay Examination Fee: Choose your preferred payment option (Cards, UPI, or SBI E-Challan) and complete the fee payment.
- Submit Before Deadline: Submit your completed online application form on or before 18th September 2026 by 5:00 PM.
- Print Copy: Save and print out a copy of your application form and payment confirmation for future reference.
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