The Office of the Inspector General of Police (CID), Meghalaya has released an official recruitment advertisement dated 15 January 2026 inviting applications from eligible candidates for the post of IT Consultant on a contract basis. Interested and qualified candidates from Meghalaya can apply as per the eligibility criteria mentioned below.
Meghalaya Police CID IT Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Office of the Inspector General of Police (CID), Meghalaya |
| Post Name | IT Consultant |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 (One) |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Salary | ₹45,000 per month (Consolidated) |
| Selection Process | Skill Test & Personal Interview |
| Job Location | Meghalaya |
| Advertisement No | No.HPD/IGPCID-EK/18924/2026/NF/2 |
| Advertisement Date | 15 January 2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 16 February 2026 |
Meghalaya Police CID IT Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized university/institution:
Option 1:
- MCA, or
- B.E./B.Tech / M.Sc in:
- Information Technology.
- Computer Science.
- Electronics & Communications, from a recognized university.
OR
Option 2:
- MBA (IT) from a university established by law in India or recognized by the Government.
Preference:
Candidates having minimum 1 year of relevant work experience in:
- Government Organizations.
- Government Undertakings.
- Public Limited Companies.
- Private Limited Companies
will be given preference.
Age Limit (as on 1st January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years.
- Maximum Age: 37 years.
Domicile Requirement:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
Scope of Work – IT Consultant
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Daily maintenance of databases
- Managing CAS (Core Application Software) at:
- Client sites.
- Server sites. (training will be provided).
- Handling application-related technical issues.
- Configuration, integration, and other technical requirements.
- Networking.
- Supporting system operations.
Salary Details:
- ₹45,000/- per month (Fixed consolidated remuneration).
Selection Process:
Candidates will be selected through:
- Skill Test.
- Personal Interview.
Additional Scope of Work:
- Networking-related tasks as required for smooth functioning of systems and applications.
Meghalaya Police CID IT Consultant Recruitment 2026 – How To Apply
Applicants must submit their application in the prescribed format (application format enclosed in the official notification).
Required Documents:
- Duly filled application form.
- Self-attested copies of all supporting documents.
Important:
- Eligible candidates will be informed about the Skill Test after scrutiny of applications.
- Incomplete applications, applications without supporting documents, or applications received after the last date will be summarily rejected.
- No further communication will be entertained in such cases.
Last Date for Receiving Application;
- On or before: 16 February 2026
- Time: Between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (on all working days)
Applications can be submitted by hand or by post to the address given below.
Address for Submission of Application:
CCTNS Cell
State Crime Records Bureau (SCRB)
Secretariat Hills
Police Headquarters
Shillong, Meghalaya – 793001
Email Submission Option:
- A scanned copy of the application may also be submitted on or before the due date via email to:
- cctns.oic-meg@gov.in
Important Notes:
The IT personnel appointed on a contract basis will not be entitled to:
- Residential accommodation.
- Official transport.
- Leave encashment.
- Any other allowances/facilities admissible to regular government employees.
- Leave rules applicable to regular government employees will not apply.
- However, leave will be granted as per contract terms.
- Candidates will receive an email communication from the Office of the undersigned regarding their application status.
- Applicants are advised to check their emails regularly and respond accordingly.
- The selected IT Consultant will be on probation for 1 month.
- A reserve list will be maintained based on performance in the examination/interview.
- Candidates from the reserve list may be considered if:
- The selected candidate does not join, or;
- Fails to satisfactorily complete the probation period.
Important Links & Dates:
| Official Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Application Format | Click Here |
| Last Date To Apply | 16 February 2026 |
| Time | Between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (on all working days) |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Disclaimer:
This article is published for informational purposes only. Readers are advised to verify eligibility, important dates, and application details from the official advertisement /notification and the official website before applying. The publisher shall not be responsible for any changes, errors, or discrepancies.
Meghalaya Police CID IT Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the name of the post advertised by Meghalaya Police CID?
Answer:
The post advertised is IT Consultant under the Office of the Inspector General of Police (CID), Meghalaya.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in Meghalaya Police CID Recruitment 2026?
Answer:
There is one (1) vacancy for the post of IT Consultant.
Q3. What is the salary for the IT Consultant post?
Answer:
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated salary of ₹45,000 per month.
Q4. What is the nature of the job?
Answer:
The appointment is on a contract basis.
Q5. What is the educational qualification required?
Answer:
Candidates must have MCA / B.E. / B.Tech / M.Sc in IT, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, or MBA (IT) from a recognized university.
Q6. Is work experience required for this recruitment?
Answer:
Work experience is not mandatory, but candidates with at least one year of relevant experience in government or private organizations will be given preference.
Q7. What is the age limit for applying?
Answer:
As on 1st January 2026, the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 37 years.
Q8. Who can apply for Meghalaya Police CID IT Consultant Recruitment?
Answer:
Only candidates who are permanent residents of Meghalaya are eligible to apply.
Q9. What is the selection process?
Answer:
Selection will be done through a Skill Test followed by a Personal Interview.
Q10. What is the mode of application?
Answer:
Applications must be submitted offline in the prescribed format. A scanned copy may also be sent through email.
Q11. What is the last date to apply?
Answer:
The last date for submission of applications is 16 February 2026 (up to 4:00 PM).
Q12. Where should the application be submitted?
Answer:
Applications should be submitted to:
CCTNS Cell, SCRB, Police Headquarters, Secretariat Hills, Police Headquarters Shillong, Meghalaya – 793001
Q13. What is the official email ID for submitting the application?
Answer:
Scanned copies can be emailed to cctns.oic-meg@gov.in.
Q14. Is there any probation period after selection?
Answer:
Yes, the selected IT Consultant will be on a probation period of one month.
Q15. Will the IT Consultant get government allowances?
Answer:
No. Since the post is contractual, the selected candidate will not be entitled to government allowances or facilities applicable to regular employees.
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