NIC Recruitment 2026: The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released two official employment notifications for the recruitment of 619 Scientist ‘B’ and Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online within the given deadline.
This is a high-paying central government job opportunity for candidates from Engineering, IT, and Computer Science backgrounds.
Overview of NIC Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Total Posts | 619 |
| Post Name | Scientist ‘B’ & Technical Assistant ‘A’ |
| Job Type | Central Government |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 24 April 2026 |
About National Informatics Centre Recruitment
The National Informatics Centre works under the Ministry of Electronics & IT and plays a key role in digital governance and IT infrastructure for the Government of India. This recruitment offers excellent career growth, job security, and exposure to national-level IT projects.
Vacancy Details
1. Scientist ‘B’ (Group ‘A’, Gazetted)
- Total Posts: 243
Category-wise Vacancy:
- UR: 100
- SC: 36
- ST: 18
- OBC-NCL: 65
- EWS: 24
- PwBD: 10
Discipline-wise Vacancy:
- Computer Science & IT: 168
- Electronics & Communication: 25
- Data Science & AI: 50
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10)
- Age Limit: Maximum 30 years (as on 31 March 2026)
2. Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ (Group ‘B’)
- Total Posts: 376
Category-wise Vacancy:
- UR: 154
- SC: 56
- ST: 28
- OBC-NCL: 101
- EWS: 37
- PwBD: 18
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-6)
Educational Qualification
Scientist ‘B’
Candidates must have any of the following:
- B.E / B.Tech
- M.E / M.Tech
- M.Sc / MCA
- DOEACC ‘B’ Level
- AMIE / MIE
In relevant fields like:
- Computer Science
- IT
- Electronics
- Communication
- Cyber Security
- Data Science, etc.
Technical Assistant ‘A’
- M.Sc / MS / MCA / B.E / B.Tech
in relevant IT/Electronics disciplines.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwD (UR): 10 years
- PwD (OBC): 13 years
- PwD (SC/ST): 15 years
GATE Requirement
Candidates must have valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 scores in:
- Computer Science (CS)
- Electronics & Communication (EC)
- Data Science & AI (DA)
Application Fee
- UR / OBC / EWS: ₹800
- SC / ST / PwD / Women: No Fee
How to Apply for NIC Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Scroll down to the Important Links section
- Click on Online Application Form
- Fill in personal and academic details
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take a printout
Important Dates
- Starting Date: 27 March 2026
- Last Date: 24 April 2026
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Scientist-‘B’ |
| Advertisement Details | Scientist-‘B’ |
| Advertisement Details | Scientific/ Technical Assistant-‘A’ |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for NIC Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 24 April 2026.
2. How many vacancies are available in NIC Recruitment?
There are 619 total vacancies.
3. Is GATE required for NIC Recruitment 2026?
Yes, valid GATE scores (2024/2025/2026) are required.
4. What is the salary of NIC Scientist ‘B’?
The salary ranges from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500.
