MSRLS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 Project Manager, District Functional Specialist Posts

Citizens of Meghalaya within 35 years of age can apply online for 5 contractual posts – 2 Project Managers at ₹46,800/- per month and 3 District Functional Specialists at ₹39,000/- per month – with the Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society (MSRLS), the nodal agency of the Government of Meghalaya for implementing NRLM, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. The online application on msrls.nic.in opens at 10:00 am on 12 November 2026 and closes at 5:00 pm on 26 November 2026. No application fee is charged.

MSRLS Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

About MSRLS

The Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society is the nodal agency of the Government of Meghalaya for implementing NRLM under the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. Its office is at Montfort Building, 2nd Floor, Dhanketi, Shillong-793001. This recruitment fills posts at its State Mission Management Unit (SMMU) and its District Mission Management Units (DMMUs).

Vacancy Details

MSRLS has advertised 5 posts, one vacancy for each post. Two posts are at the State Mission Management Unit and three at the District Mission Management Units.

The annexures give the place of each post: PM-NFM (1 Post – Shillong), PM-SVEP (1 Post – Shillong), DFS-FI (1 post – Ri Bhoi), DFS-NFLP (1 post – Ri Bhoi) and DFS-SISD (1 post – Garo Region).

Who Can Apply

The advertisement invites applications from the citizens of Meghalaya. Under the guidelines, candidates must have at least 45% marks from recognized Universities or Institutions, as the case may be. They must also have good communication skills and proficiency in working on Microsoft Packages, Google Suite, etc. Local candidates will be given preference, and candidates who can speak, read and write in the local language will be given more preference.

Project Manager – Non Farm Marketing (PM-NFM)

Essential:

• Post Graduate Degree from a recognised University/Institution in Business Administration (Marketing), Rural Management, Agri-Business/Rural Development, Economics, Commerce.
• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience in marketing, enterprise promotion or market linkages, of which at least 2 years should be in the social/community development sector, preferably in non-farm livelihoods promotion.
• Experience in: (i) strategic marketing planning and promotion of products of SHGs, producer groups or micro-enterprises; (ii) developing market linkages, branding, packaging and retail/institutional buyer tie-ups; (iii) online and offline campaign development, including social media, e-commerce platforms and content marketing.
• Proficiency in MS Office/ Canva/ Adobe and internet applications.
• Working knowledge of English and at least one local language (Khasi/Garo/Pnar).
• Within 35 years of age.

Desirable:

• Experience in rural development externally funded rural livelihood projects, with a focus on promoting rural enterprises, strengthening community institutions and linking rural producers to markets.
• Exposure to working with Community Based Organization (SHGs, Village Organizations, Cluster Level Federations), and to trade fairs, exhibitions and sales outlets such as Saras.
• Experience with GeM, ONDC or other e-commerce platforms.
• Certification or formal training in rural marketing, entrepreneurship development, value chain management, or digital marketing from a recognized institution (Mandatory).

Project Manager – Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (PM-SVEP)

• Post Graduate Degree in Business Management – Finance/Mathematics/Commerce or related field from recognized University/Institution.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in a Business/Producer Organization Livelihoods related Projects, Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme, Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation Programmes.
• Should have strong numerical and business finance understanding and skill.
• Individuals having experience in training rural masses are preferred.
• Fluency in English and local languages.
• Within 35 years of age.

District Functional Specialist – Financial Inclusion (DFS-FI)

• Post Graduate/Graduate degree in Rural Development/ Business Management-Finance/Commerce from a recognized University or Institution.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation Programmes.
• Having worked in a Non Banking Financial Company (NBFC)/ Micro Finance Institutions (MFI).
• Having Computer Skills with emphasis on Microsoft Packages, Google Suite, Microsoft word/excel etc.
• Within 35 years of age.

District Functional Specialist – Non Farm Livelihoods Promotion (DFS-NFLP)

• Post Graduate/Graduate Degree in Commerce/ Marketing/Business Administration from a recognized University or Institution.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in marketing roles, with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Experience in strategic planning, online/ offline campaign development.
• Demonstrated success in managing affiliate marketing related activities.
• Proficiency in digital channels like social media, email, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and content marketing.
• Having Computer Skills with emphasis on Microsoft Packages, Google Suite, Microsoft word/excel etc.
• Within 35 years of age.

District Functional Specialist – Social Inclusion & Social Development (DFS-SISD)

• Post Graduate/Graduate Degree in Rural Development/ Rural Development Agriculture Production/Community Development/Public Health from a recognized University or Institution.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in Rural Development sector/Projects preferably in Rural Development and poverty alleviation programmes, community organization, social inclusion, community development, or social welfare programs.
• Experience working with diverse communities and an understanding of social issues like poverty, discrimination, and access to education and healthcare.
• Having Computer Skills with emphasis on Microsoft Packages, Google Suite, Microsoft word/excel etc.
• Within 35 years of age.

Age Limit and Relaxation

For every post, the age limit is “within 35 years of age”. The notice does not print a cut-off date for counting age.

For the full discipline-specific eligibility of each post, check Annexure I and Annexure II of the official notification.

Pay and Tenure

The two Project Manager posts pay ₹46,800/- per month. The three District Functional Specialist posts pay ₹39,000/- per month. The notice does not mention any allowance on top of this pay.

• The appointment is purely temporary and on a contractual basis. No claim whatsoever can be made for any permanent position with the Government or any organization under it.
• All posts are transferable.
• The job requires extensive tours and night stays in remote rural areas of the state. It also involves staying at villages for about 15 days in a month. Only candidates willing to undertake such travels and stays may apply.

How to Apply for MSRLS Recruitment 2026

1. Open the MSRLS website (msrls.nic.in) and go to Notice Board -> Recruitment, where the application link is provided.
2. Submit the online application between 10:00 am on 12 November 2026 and 5:00 pm on 26 November 2026.
3. Fill in a correct and active e-mail address and contact number. MSRLS will use them for correspondence and takes no responsibility if a mail bounces.
4. Upload self-attested copies of the documents listed below, in PDF format only, with a maximum document size of up to 10MB.
5. Do not pay any fee. No application fee is required with the application.

Documents named in the notice:

• Certificate for the Highest Educational Qualification only. A Marksheet, Provisional Certificate or Completion Certificate of the latest qualification may be uploaded as proof.
• Working Experience Certificate / No Objection Certificate only (Internship Certificate not allowed).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Proof of Date of Birth as per the Birth Certificate issued by the Registrar of Births & Deaths or as entered in Matriculation.
• Any address proof duly Certified/Issued by the Government (e.g. Valid Indian Passport/EPIC/Driving License/Aadhar Card).

Candidates working in any private or public sector organisation may furnish a No Objection Certificate from their controlling authority at the final stage of selection. For queries, candidates can email [email protected].

Selection and Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail. They will then go through a multi-modal selection process. The process will include a preliminary examination, followed by a group discussion, a skill test and/or any other tests MSRLS may decide.

• Preliminary examination: tests the verbal, quantitative and analytical abilities of the candidates. It will be held at Shillong.
• Group discussion, skill test and/or other tests: as MSRLS may decide.
• Candidates will be screened at every stage of the examination.
• Candidates appearing for the examination will not be paid any TA/DA.

The notice does not give the examination date. Call letters will be sent by email, and recruitment updates will appear on the MSRLS website.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Incomplete applications in any respect, and ineligible applicants, will be summarily rejected. No further correspondence will be entertained.
• A candidate furnishing incorrect information, making false declarations about eligibility or suppressing material information is liable to be debarred from any recruitment stage. The candidature will also be summarily rejected.
• Any attempt to breach the process, or any action that violates or is likely to violate fair practices, is sufficient ground for debarment from this recruitment.
• Impersonation, procuring impersonation or other irregular or improper means makes a candidate liable to debarment from this recruitment and to criminal prosecution.
• Canvassing directly or indirectly for the posts will disqualify a candidate. The decision of MSRLS is final and binding.
• Candidates should regularly check their email for call letters and the MSRLS website for updates.
• MSRLS office contacts as printed: [email protected], phone 0364-2502130.

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