The Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released Advertisement No. 01/2026-2027 on 12 November 2026 for 20 vacancies. The posts include Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Assistant Research Officer in Finance, Junior Athletic Coach, Junior Archery Coach and Journalist. Citizens of India can apply online until 5:00 PM on 12 December 2026. The details on eligibility, age limit, fee and selection are given below.
Meghalaya MPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation Name | Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC), Shillong |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical); Assistant Research Officer in Finance; Junior Athletic Coach; Junior Archery Coach; Journalist |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Job Location | Meghalaya (State Government departments) |
| Job Type | State Government |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Level 15, Level 11 and Level 8 of the Revised Pay Structure (see post-wise details) |
| Last Date | 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | mpsc.meghalaya.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Name of Post and Department | Pay Scale | UR | KJ | Garo | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Gazetted Group A, P.W.D (R&B), Meghalaya | Level 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 02 | Assistant Research Officer in Finance (Economic Affairs) Department | Level 15 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| 03 | Junior Athletic Coach, Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Meghalaya, Shillong (unfilled vacancies) | Level 11 | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| 04 | Junior Archery Coach, Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Meghalaya, Shillong | Level 11 | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| 05 | Journalist, Directorate of Information and Public Relations and its Subordinate Offices | Level 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 8 |
| Total | 20 | |||||
The post-wise roster follows the State Reservation Policy. For the Junior Athletic Coach post, the vacancies are unfilled, as advertised earlier vide MPSC/ADVT-38/1/2019-2020/83 dated 14.11.2019, and are re-advertised as per Resolution No. PER.222/71/138 dated 12.01.1972.
Educational Qualification for MPSC Posts
Applicants must have acquired the required qualification on or before the last date for submission of applications. The date of qualification is the date on which the result of the last examination is declared.
Post 01 – Assistant Engineer (Mechanical)
- B.E. in Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent from a recognised university or institution.
Post 02 – Assistant Research Officer in Finance
- Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Commerce or Mathematics, or
- Honours degree in Economics, Statistics, Commerce or Mathematics with 5 years of experience in Government Accounting, Banking or Statistical works.
Post 03 and 04 – Junior Athletic Coach and Junior Archery Coach
Any one of the following:
- Graduate in any stream with a one-year Diploma in Sports Coaching from NSNIS (Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports), or from other institutes, universities or colleges recognised by the Government of India in the concerned discipline.
- 4-year (eight semester) B.Sc. (Sports Coaching) programme from the National Sports University, Manipur, in the concerned discipline.
- 10+2 with a Diploma in sports coaching from NSNIS or other institutes, universities or colleges recognised by the Government of India in the concerned discipline.
Special preference is given to higher medal winners at international, national and zonal recognised championships.
Post 05 – Journalist
- Graduate in any discipline with a Diploma in Mass Communication or Journalism, or
- Graduate in Mass Communication or Journalism.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Post 01 | 21 to 32 years |
| Posts 02 and 05 | 18 to 32 years |
| Posts 03 and 04 | 18 to 32 years |
- The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates who hold a certificate issued by a competent authority of the Government of Meghalaya.
- For posts 01, 02 and 05, there is no age bar for regular Government of Meghalaya employees who entered Government service within the prescribed age limit.
- Athletes who have participated at the National Level get an age relaxation for Government employment up to 43 years, as per para 7.2 of the Meghalaya State Sports Policy 2019.
- Age relaxation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) applies as per Government notification No. PER (AR).150/88/560 dated 18 January 2023.
- The date of birth accepted is the one entered in the Matriculation or Secondary School Leaving Certificate, or an equivalent certificate recognised by an Indian university, or an extract from the official register certified by the Board of School Education. Other documents will not be accepted.
Salary Details
- Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) and Assistant Research Officer in Finance: Level 15 of the Revised Pay Structure
- Junior Athletic Coach and Junior Archery Coach: Level 11 of the Revised Pay Structure
- Journalist: Level 8 of the Revised Pay Structure
The monthly salary amounts are Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
Application Fee
| Post | Fee |
|---|---|
| Posts 01 and 02 | Rs. 460 |
| Posts 03 and 04 | Rs. 350 |
| Post 05 | Rs. 320 |
- SC/ST candidates who are permanent residents of Meghalaya pay half the fee.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempt from the fee, subject to furnishing the disability certificate to the Commission.
- The fee includes the examination fee and is non-refundable.
- Payment can be made by e-Challan (cash payment at any SBI branch) or online by debit/ATM card, credit card or net banking through the GRAS gateway. The Commission advises candidates to use e-Challan.
- You do not need to submit the e-Challan to MPSC. Bank commission may apply depending on the payment mode.
Selection Process
The Commission will make the final selection through a Screening Test in MCQ pattern, followed by a Personal Interview. The ratio of candidates called from the Screening Test to the Personal Interview will be as per the Commission’s decision dated 13 April 2023.
Screening Test Pattern
| Post | Subjects and Marks | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | General English 50; General Knowledge & Current Affairs 60; Aptitude and Reasoning 20; Mechanical Engineering (Degree Level) 170 | 300 |
| Assistant Research Officer in Finance | General English 50; General Knowledge & Current Affairs 50; Basic Computer & Aptitude & Reasoning 30; Economics/Statistics/Mathematics/Commerce (Degree Level) 170 | 300 |
| Junior Athletic Coach | General English 50; General Knowledge and Current Affairs 100; Reasoning 50 (Class XII Level) | 200 |
| Junior Archery Coach | General English 50; General Knowledge and Current Affairs 100; Reasoning 50 (Class XII Level) | 200 |
| Journalist | General English 50; General Knowledge & Current Affairs 50; Basic Computer & Aptitude & Reasoning 30; Mass Communication/Journalism (Diploma Level) 170 | 300 |
Personal Interview
- Only candidates who pass the Screening Test are eligible for the Personal Interview.
- Only candidates who produce all required original documents on education qualification, date of birth, caste, community and other certificates will be deemed qualified to be called for the interview.
Examination Centres
The centres are Shillong, Tura, Jowai, Williamnagar and Nongstoin. If too few candidates apply for Jowai, Nongstoin or Williamnagar, the Commission may direct candidates to the nearest centre. Change of examination centre will not be entertained.
How to Apply for Meghalaya MPSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official MPSC website at mpsc.meghalaya.gov.in.
- Click the “Online Application” icon. First-time applicants must complete the one-time registration. Registered candidates can log in directly.
- Check and update your profile, read the instructions carefully and select the post you are applying for.
- Fill in the application and upload what is asked.
- Pay the application fee through e-Challan or the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application before 5:00 PM on 12 December 2026.
Applications through any other mode will be summarily rejected. If you face a problem, email helpdesk.mpsc-meg@gov.in with your phone number, or visit the MPSC office. Telephone: 0364-2503101.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of advertisement | 12 November 2026 |
| Last date of online application | 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age calculation date | 01 January 2026 |
| Screening Test date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
Documents Required
- Originals of educational qualification certificates, date of birth proof, caste and community certificates and other certificates required by the rules (needed for the Personal Interview stage).
- Matriculation or Secondary School Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) as proof of date of birth.
- SC/ST certificate issued by a competent authority of the Government of Meghalaya, for age relaxation and fee concession.
- Disability certificate, for PwD/PwBD candidates.
Interview Preparation Tips
- Study the screening test subjects for your post, such as General English, Current Affairs and Reasoning, and the degree-level or diploma-level subject paper.
- Read about Meghalaya and national current affairs regularly, as General Knowledge and Current Affairs carries 50 to 100 marks.
- Keep all original certificates ready and arranged, because only candidates with complete original documents will be called for the interview.
- For the coach posts, be ready to talk about your coaching qualification and sports achievements.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Advt No. 01/2026-2027 dated 12 November 2026 |
| Recruitment Advertisement | Advertisement PDF |
| Apply Online | Online Application |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for Meghalaya MPSC Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 5:00 PM on 12 December 2026.
How many vacancies are there in MPSC Advt No. 01/2026-2027?
There are 20 vacancies across five posts: Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) 4, Assistant Research Officer in Finance 5, Junior Athletic Coach 2, Junior Archery Coach 1 and Journalist 8.
What is the educational qualification required?
It depends on the post. Assistant Engineer needs a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering. Assistant Research Officer needs a Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Commerce or Mathematics, or an Honours degree with 5 years of experience. Coach posts need a sports coaching diploma or degree. Journalist needs a graduation with a Mass Communication or Journalism qualification.
What is the salary for these posts?
The posts are placed at Level 15 (Assistant Engineer and Assistant Research Officer), Level 11 (Junior Coaches) and Level 8 (Journalist) of the Revised Pay Structure. The monthly amounts are not mentioned in the advertisement.
How can I apply for MPSC Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the “Online Application” icon on mpsc.meghalaya.gov.in, pay the fee and submit the form before 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM.
Disclaimer
Meghalaya Job Portal (meghalayajobportal.in) is an independent job information website and is not connected with the recruiting organisation. Please verify all details on the official website before applying.
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