Nagaland Director General of Police (DGP) Rupin Sharma today addressed key issues related to the ongoing Nagaland Police recruitment process, clarifying several aspects to ensure transparency and public understanding.
He informed that the online portal for recruitment was opened on October 6, 2025, and the last date for submission of applications was November 7. However, due to certain administrative reasons and difficulties faced by some candidates in obtaining necessary documents such as government-issued and indigenous certificates, the department decided to extend the last date for submission of applications by 15 days.
“The government extended the last date for acceptance of applications by 15 days,” Sharma stated, adding that the decision was taken in fairness to applicants who faced genuine procedural challenges.
The DGP explained that the police headquarters has been providing regular updates on the Nagaland Police website and through print media about the number of applicants. “We have two subcategories — one showing the number of candidates who have registered and the other showing those who have paid the application fees,” he said.
He clarified that registration on the portal is free of cost and is a one-time process valid for all future recruitments. However, candidates must pay an application fee of ₹300 to complete their application.
“Anyone who has registered should not assume that they are automatically eligible for the examination. The application is complete, and eligibility is confirmed only after payment of the ₹300 fee,” he emphasized. “So my request to all candidates who have gone through the process and intend to appear for the recruitment is — if you have not paid the fee, please do so,” he said.
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Addressing concerns raised about the application fee, Sharma explained that the recruitment process involves substantial costs, including developing and maintaining the online portal, sending SMS updates, and managing logistics for thousands of candidates. He pointed out that police recruitment is more complex and resource-intensive than other examinations like NPSC or NSSB, as it involves physical tests, written exams, and interviews.
He highlighted the expenses incurred for 32,000 candidates, especially for the physical examination stage, and appealed for understanding and consideration before criticizing the process.
The DGP highlighted the advantages of the online application system, noting that it saves candidates time, effort, and travel expenses, particularly for those from remote areas. He stressed that the ₹300 fee is modest compared to the benefits and is being utilized judiciously to meet operational expenses.
He again appealed for understanding and asked critics to consider the bigger picture before judging the process.
To demonstrate efforts at cost efficiency, Sharma cited in-house production of chest badges and other resource-optimization measures undertaken by the department. He reiterated that the recruitment process entails significant expenditure at every stage — from logistics to support staff — especially during the interview phase.
