Kohima, May 5, 2026: The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) has alleged that 109 posts were filled through backdoor appointments across 16 government departments in Nagaland, raising serious concerns over transparency and merit in public recruitment.
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| Naga Students’ Federation leaders address a press conference in Kohima, alleging illegal backdoor appointments in NPSC and NSSB posts. (TNP) |
Addressing a press conference at Naga Solidarity Park, NSF President Mteisuding said the federation had earlier issued an ultimatum to the state government on March 20, 2026, after detecting irregular appointments. He described the issue as a major concern for a system expected to uphold fairness and accountability.
According to NSF, 13 of the posts fall under the Nagaland Public Service Commission and were allegedly filled between 2018 and 2021, while 96 posts fall under the Nagaland Staff Selection Board and were reportedly filled between 2019 and 2023.
NSF Vice President Vimeyiekho Vitso stated that 82 appointments were made on a regular basis, 16 on contract, eight temporary, two casual, and one on an ad hoc basis. He alleged that all appointments were made without open advertisement or adherence to prescribed recruitment procedures.
The federation cited violations of Office Memorandums issued in 2016 and 2022, which mandate strict recruitment processes and formats for appointment orders. It said such irregularities deprive eligible candidates of fair opportunities and undermine public confidence.
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NSF further informed that the state government has acknowledged the issue and referred it to a cabinet sub-committee. While awaiting the outcome, the federation warned that it would resort to democratic agitation if corrective action is not taken, including demanding termination of illegal appointments.
The federation added that its findings are based on RTI data and that investigations are ongoing, with more departments under scrutiny.
