NIC Recruitment 2026 [619 Posts]

National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released two official employment notifications for the recruitment of 619 posts of Scientist-‘B’ (Group A) and Scientific / Technical Assistant-‘A’ (Group B). Eligible candidates with valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 scores can apply online once the application link is activated.

NIC Recruitment 2026: Overview

About NIC Recruitment

National Informatics Centre (NIC) functions under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. It plays a key role in e-Governance, digital infrastructure, and IT support to Central & State Governments. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen NIC’s technical workforce across India.

Vacancy Details

1. Scientist-‘B’ (Group ‘A’, Gazetted)

• No. of Posts: 243

Category-wise Vacancy

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• Pay Scale: Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)

2. Scientific / Technical Assistant-‘A’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted)

• No. of Posts: 376

Category-wise Vacancy

• Pay Scale: Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)

Educational Qualification

Scientist-‘B’

Candidates must possess any one of the following degrees in relevant disciplines:

• B.E. / B.Tech
• DOEACC ‘B’ Level
• AMIE / Graduate IETE
• M.Sc
• MCA
• M.E. / M.Tech
• M.Phil

Relevant Disciplines Include:
Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, IT, Software Systems, Cyber Law, Informatics, Computer Applications, Networking Security, IT Management, Electronics & Instrumentation, etc.

Scientific / Technical Assistant-‘A’

• M.Sc / MS / MCA / B.E. / B.Tech

Relevant Disciplines:
Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Science, IT, Software Systems, Networking Security, Informatics.

GATE Score Requirement

Applicants must have a valid GATE Score (2024 / 2025 / 2026) in any of the following disciplines:

1. Computer Science & Information Technology (CS)
2. Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC)
3. Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Age Limit & Relaxation

Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government rules:

• SC / ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwD (UR): 10 years
• PwD (OBC): 13 years
• PwD (SC / ST): 15 years

Application Fee

• UR: To be updated
• SC / ST / PwD / Women: To be updated

How to Apply for NIC Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official NIC website: nic.gov.in
2. Open the recruitment section and select the relevant post
3. Register using valid email ID and mobile number
4. Fill in personal, educational, and GATE details
5. Upload required documents
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page

Important Dates

Important Links

• Official Website: https://www.nic.gov.in
• Scientist-B Notification: To be updated
• Technical Assistant-A Notification: To be updated
• Apply Online: To be updated

FAQs – NIC Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many total vacancies are released under NIC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 619 vacancies have been announced.

Q2. Is GATE mandatory for NIC Scientist-B and Technical Assistant-A posts?
Yes, a valid GATE score (2024 / 2025 / 2026) is mandatory.

Q3. Can MCA candidates apply for NIC Recruitment 2026?
Yes, MCA candidates are eligible for both posts, subject to discipline requirements.

Q4. What is the pay scale of Scientist-B in NIC?
Scientist-B is placed under Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500).