North East Regional Institute of Education, Shillong (NERIE) released this recruitment notification on 21 July 2026 on its official website. As per Notification No. F.No. 1-42/2023-NERIE(ESTT.)/CAA/Vol.VI/1014, NERIE will conduct a walk-in interview on 06 August 2026 for two posts of Assistant Professor, purely on contractual basis. This notification suits candidates who hold a postgraduate degree along with an M.Ed. and are looking for a teaching post at an NCERT institute in Meghalaya.
The total number of vacancies is 2 — one Assistant Professor (Physical Science) and one Assistant Professor (Social Science). A full discipline-wise breakdown of vacancy, qualification, and salary follows in this article. The place of posting is the NERIE campus at Umiam, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official NERIE notification No. 1-42/2023-NERIE(ESTT.)/CAA/Vol.VI/1014 dated 21 July 2026. Last verified: 22 July 2026.
NERIE, Shillong is conducting a walk-in interview for 2 Assistant Professor posts (1 Physical Science, 1 Social Science) through Notification No. 1-42/2023-NERIE(ESTT.)/CAA/Vol.VI/1014 dated 21 July 2026. There is no online application for this recruitment; candidates report in person on 06 August 2026 between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. at the NERIE campus, Umiam, for document verification and interview. Both posts carry a fixed monthly remuneration of Rs. 45,000/- on a purely contractual basis for an initial period of six months.
Quick Summary
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | North East Regional Institute of Education (NERIE), Shillong |
| Post | Assistant Professor (Physical Science / Social Science) |
| Total Vacancy | 2 |
| Salary | Rs. 45,000/- per month (Fixed) |
| Application Mode | Walk-in (no online application) |
| Eligibility | PG degree (relevant discipline) + M.Ed., both with 55%/50% marks, plus NET/SLET/SET or PhD exemption |
| Selection Process | Document verification followed by interview |
| Place of Posting | NERIE Campus, Umiam, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya |
| Last Date | Walk-in interview on 06 August 2026 (report by 10:00 a.m.) |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates meeting the post-wise qualification given below |
About The Organisation
NERIE, Umiam, is a regional institute in NCERT’s network, set up to serve teacher education and school education needs across the north eastern states. It is located in Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya, close to Shillong. For a candidate, an Assistant Professor post here means teaching methodology to B.Ed./M.Ed. students inside a long-established NCERT institution rather than a private college.
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Working At Umiam, Meghalaya
Added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm campus and travel details with the institute before planning your visit.
Umiam falls in Ri-Bhoi District, on the outskirts of Shillong, in the hill region of Meghalaya. Candidates travelling from Guwahati typically approach the campus by road through NH-6, and the area is known locally for Umiam Lake, close to the NERIE campus. The North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) is also located in the same Umiam belt, so the area already hosts more than one central government institution, which candidates preparing for teaching or research-adjacent postings in the region may want to note.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / Advertisement Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview & Document Verification | 06 August 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on 06 August 2026 |
No candidate will be considered for attendance or interview after 10:00 a.m. on 06 August 2026.
Vacancy Details And Salary
The notification lists two posts under this recruitment. Both carry the same fixed monthly remuneration.
| Post / Discipline | Nature of Post | No. of Posts | Pay Scale / Remuneration | Category Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Physical Science) | Purely Contractual | 1 | Rs. 45,000/- per month (Fixed) | Not mentioned in the official notification |
| Assistant Professor (Social Science) | Purely Contractual | 1 | Rs. 45,000/- per month (Fixed) | Not mentioned in the official notification |
| Total | — | 2 | — | — |
The appointment will initially be for a period of 6 (six) months as per the requirement of the Institute, and may be extended further based on satisfactory performance. Candidates who have already worked in the Council on the same post for more than 2 years are not eligible to apply.
Eligibility
Assistant Professor (Physical Science)
- Postgraduate degree in Sciences (Physics/Chemistry) with minimum 55% marks for General category candidates, and minimum 50% marks for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates.
- M.Ed. degree with minimum 55% marks.
Assistant Professor (Social Science)
- Postgraduate degree in Social Sciences (History/Political Science/Geography/Economics) with minimum 55% marks for General category candidates, and minimum 50% marks for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-abled candidates.
- M.Ed. degree with minimum 55% marks.
Common Requirement For Both Posts
Candidates must also have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) / State Level Eligibility Test (SLET) / SET in the relevant subject, conducted by UGC. Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree as per the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulation, 2009, or the UGC Regulation, 2016, or the UGC Regulation, 2022, are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement.
Age limit details are not mentioned in the official notification.
Desirable experience: Teaching experience in a college or institution for teaching methodology to B.Ed./M.Ed. students, in methods of Physical Science and Social Science respectively.
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Selection Process
Selection for both posts is through a walk-in interview. There is no written examination mentioned in the notification. The process has two stages:
- Attendance and document verification — candidates report at NERIE, Shillong between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on 06 August 2026, with the filled application form, self-attested copies of testimonials, experience certificate, one passport-size photograph, and original documents for verification.
- Interview — candidates who clear document verification are considered for the interview on the same day. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview or for joining the post.
Application Fee
Application fee details are not mentioned in the official notification. Check the official website for updates.
How To Apply
This recruitment does not use an online application portal. Candidates must apply by physically attending the walk-in interview with a filled application form. The steps given in the notification are:
- Visit the official NERIE website at https://nerie.nic.in and download the advertisement details and the application form (Annexure I).
- Fill up the application form completely in the prescribed format.
- Attach self-attested copies of testimonials, experience certificate, and one passport-size photograph with the form.
- Report at NERIE, Shillong (Umiam, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya) between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on 06 August 2026.
- Carry all original documents, since verification without originals means the candidate will not be allowed to attend the interview.
Documents to keep ready:
- Duly filled application form (Annexure I)
- Self-attested copies of all testimonials
- Experience certificate (if applicable)
- One passport-size photograph
- Original certificates for on-the-spot verification
- NOC from current employer, if already employed
- NET/SLET/SET certificate, or PhD certificate/notification if claiming exemption
- Undertaking (for candidates who have earlier worked in NCERT or its constituent units)
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Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| NERIE Assistant Professor Notification PDF | Full official notification with application form |
| NERIE Official Website | Advertisement details and updates |
Should You Apply?
This post suits candidates who already hold a postgraduate degree in Physical Science or Social Science along with an M.Ed., and who have cleared NET/SLET/SET (or hold a qualifying Ph.D.). It particularly suits candidates who already have teaching experience in methodology papers for B.Ed./M.Ed. students, since that experience is listed as desirable.
It may not suit candidates looking for long-term job security, since the post is purely contractual, starts with a six-month term, and can be ended by the Institute before the tenure is completed, for any reason it considers fit. There is also no online application route, so candidates outside the North East need to plan travel to Shillong for a single walk-in date, with no TA/DA reimbursement.
One honest trade-off: the fixed salary of Rs. 45,000/- per month is set regardless of experience, and the contractual nature means no assured extension beyond satisfactory performance review. Candidates weighing this against a regular, UGC pay-scale Assistant Professor post elsewhere should factor in this difference before deciding.
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for NERIE Assistant Professor 2026?
There is no separate online application deadline. Candidates must report in person for the walk-in interview on 06 August 2026, between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., at the NERIE campus in Umiam, Shillong.
What is the salary of Assistant Professor at NERIE Shillong?
Both posts — Physical Science and Social Science — carry a fixed remuneration of Rs. 45,000/- per month. The post is purely contractual, initially for six months, and may be extended based on performance.
Is NET/SLET necessary for the NERIE Assistant Professor recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates must have cleared NET/SLET/SET in the relevant subject. Candidates awarded a Ph.D. under the applicable UGC regulations (2009, 2016, or 2022) are exempted from this requirement.
How does this NERIE contractual post compare with a regular Assistant Professor job?
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm current comparative openings with respective official sources. A regular, UGC pay-scale Assistant Professor post usually offers long-term security and scale-based pay progression, while this NERIE post is a fixed Rs. 45,000/- contractual role for six months at a time. Candidates can compare it with other current teaching and government vacancies before deciding.
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