Kohima: Nine Nagaland Civil Service (NCS) officers have been included in the Select List of 2025 for promotion to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), according to a Government of India notification issued on Friday.
The selection covers vacancies that arose between January 1 and December 31, 2025, under the State Civil Service category for the Nagaland cadre. The select list was prepared on September 18, 2026, and approved on October 19, 2026.
Full List of 9 Nagaland Officers Selected for IAS Promotion
The nine officers included in the 2025 select list are:
- Wonchio Odyuo
- Elizabeth Ngully
- Linda Solo
- Yongchingkumla
- S Tainiu
- Sentiwapang Aier
- Sara S Jamir
- T Yanpvuthung Kikon
- T Wati Aier
Their inclusion in the select list marks a significant career milestone, opening the way for their promotion to the IAS through the State Civil Service route, subject to the applicable appointment formalities.
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Selection Process Under IAS Promotion Regulations
According to the notification, the select list was prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations of 1955, in consultation with the Nagaland government. The process is intended to fill IAS vacancies allocated to officers from the State Civil Service category through promotion.
The list relates specifically to vacancies arising during 2025 and was prepared in September 2026 before receiving approval on October 19.
Y Patton Congratulates the Nine Officers
Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Y Patton congratulated the nine officers in a social media post, describing their promotion to the IAS as well-deserved.
He said the achievement reflected their years of dedicated service, perseverance and commitment to public welfare. Patton also wished them success as they take on new responsibilities in the administrative service.
The inclusion of the nine NCS officers in the select list recognises their service in the state administration and marks their progression towards a larger role in public administration through the IAS.
