Statewide mega job fair on March 21

6,456 openings, yet only 326 registrations

Our Correspondent
Kohima | March 16

With 6,456 vacancies available, only 326 candidates have registered so far for the statewide Mega Job Fair scheduled to be held in Dimapur on March 21, officials said during a press conference at the Conference Hall of the Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN) in Kohima on March 16.

To create employment opportunities and connecting skilled youth with industry demand, Nagaland Skill & Entrepreneurship Development Mission (NSEDM) is organising a Statewide Mega Job Fair in collaboration with National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) on March 21 at Integrated Business Hub & Innovation Centre, IDAN, Forest Colony, Dimapur.

Addressing a press conference here today, I Changsang, Under Secretary & Project Manager (i/c) NSEDM called upon the youth to come forward and avail the opportunities. Changsang stated that the programme will be one of the largest job fair organised by the state government, adding that it has been curated to promote private sector employment in the state.

The NSEDM under Investment & Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN) is a flagship programme of the Government of Nagaland under the initiative of the Chief Minister launched on 29th May 2025 aimed at addressing the issue of unemployment in the state by strengthening skill development, enhancing employability, and facilitating sustainable wage and self-employment opportunities for the youth of Nagaland.

The Job Fair is expected to provide employment opportunities across multiple sectors, including both domestic and international placements.

Meripeni, Under Secretary and Project Lead NSEDM informed that 33 national and international recruiters across different sectors will participate in the event. She assured that all international recruiters are credible and safe, as they are duly licensed under the Ministry of External Affairs.

She informed the interested candidates to register in advance using the QR code provided, which will help organisers ensure better coordination, mapping and efficient scheduling on the day of the job fair. However, walk-in registrations will also be accepted.

She encouraged unemployed youths of the state to take advantage of the opportunity and urged parents to motivate their children to register for employment.

Talking on registration process, Moasunep Kichu, Technical Officer and Placement Officer NIELIT said the candidate registration system has been designed to be transparent and well-structured to help applicants identify suitable employment opportunities.

He informed that interested candidates can register free of cost using the QR code provided.

Once registered on the portal, candidates will be able to view detailed job listings, including the name of the company, number of vacancies, salary package, job location and job description. Applicants will also have the option to choose up to three vacancies according to their preference.

He further stated that after completing the registration, candidates will automatically be added to a WhatsApp group, through which they will receive updates about grooming sessions and orientation programmes aimed at preparing them for the recruitment process.

Kichu also mentioned that candidates who are unable to attend the job fair in person can avail online support services at NIELIT Merima, Kohima; NIELIT Kohima Extension Centre Chuchuyimlang, Mokokchung and NIELIT Kohima Study Centre, S.P Office Compound, Mokokchung.

NIELIT Kohima, is committed to promoting excellence in information, Electronics, and Communication Technology (IECT) through training, research, consultancy, and skill development programmes.
The State-wide Mega Job Fair 2026 will serve as a dynamic platform for employers to interact with a large pool of skilled and motivated candidates from diverse domains.

The event will bring together trained youth, job seekers, industry representatives, and institutional stakeholders under one platform to facilitate efficient recruitment and workforce deployment.

Employer Participation: 33 employers have registered for participation so far. The participating employers span across three categories- Local Employers - companies and organisations based within Nagaland, Domestic Employers-companies operating across India and international Employers-overseas recruiters offering opportunities abroad.

All international recruiters participating in the job fair are duly licensed under the Ministry or External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, ensuring credibility, transparency, and the safety of candidates pursuing overseas employment.

There is a significant gap between available opportunities and registered candidates. It is critical that greater participation is encouraged, particularly among students and fresh graduates across the state.

Application process-Transparent & Candidate-Friendly: NSEDM has ensured that the application process is fully transparent and structured to give candidates the best opportunity to secure suitable employment.

Each candidate may apply for up to 3 job vacancies of their choice. All job listings include complete and detailed information to help candidates make informed decisions. Including number of vacancies available, Cost to Company (CTC) Salary details, experience requirements and other relevant job details and eligibility criteria.

This transparent approach ensures that candidates can review and compare job opportunities before applying, empowering them to make the right career choices.

Online Registration: The NSEDM has rolled out a dedicated online registration portal for candidates to register for the State-Wide Job Fair. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, as it enables proper coordination between candidates and employers, efficient scheduling and management on the day of the event and better matching of candidate profiles with employer requirements.

Grooming Sessions: To ensure that registered candidates are well-prepared for the job fair, NSEDM is planning to organise dedicated grooming sessions prior to the event. These sessions will be conducted in both physical and online formats to maximise reach and accessibility.

Physical Sessions: Conducted at designated centres to provide in-person guidance on interview preparation, professional presentation and communication skills.

Online Sessions: Virtual grooming sessions to ensure candidates from across the state-including remote areas-can benefit from preparation guidance.

These sessions will cover areas such as resume building, interview etiquette, confidence building and sector-specific guidance.

Candidate Participation: Candidate mobilisation is conducted through a multi-channel approach including NSEDM, Training Centres, NIELIT centres and students, Schools (Class 10 & 12 pass-outs), Higher education institutions and colleges, Technical institutions (ITI, Polytechnic, Skill Centres) an  District-level outreach mechanisms.