NIC Recruitment 2026 – 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Posts, Online Apply
The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A. A total of 376 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive.
Eligible candidates with the required educational qualification and a valid GATE 2024, 2025 or 2026 score can apply online through the official NIC recruitment portal.
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their application.
NIC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Post Name | Scientific/Technical Assistant-A |
| Total Vacancies | 376 Posts |
| Post Category | Group-B, S&T, Non-Gazetted |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Qualification | M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| GATE Score | GATE 2024/2025/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹800/- for applicable categories |
| Starting Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Official Website | NIC Recruitment Portal |
NIC Vacancy Details
Name of Post
Scientific/Technical Assistant-A
Total Vacancies: 376 Posts
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 157 |
| SC | 55 |
| ST | 26 |
| OBC-NCL | 101 |
| EWS | 37 |
| PwBD | 19 |
| Total | 376 |
Discipline-wise Vacancy
| Discipline | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & Information Technology | 300 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 26 |
| Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 50 |
| Total | 376 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications in the relevant disciplines:
- M.Sc.
- MS
- MCA
- B.E.
- B.Tech.
Eligible fields include:
- Electronics
- Electronics & Communication
- Electronics & Telecommunication
- Computer Sciences
- Computer & Networking Security
- Software System
- Information Technology
- Informatics
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact discipline-wise qualification requirements.
GATE Score Requirement
Candidates must have a valid GATE score for 2024, 2025 or 2026 in one of the following disciplines:
- Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)
- Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC)
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)
Age Limit
The maximum age of the candidate should be 30 years as on 30 September 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 Years |
| PwBD – OBC-NCL | 13 Years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 Years |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | Nil |
| UR/OBC-NCL/EWS | ₹800/- |
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A will be placed in Pay Level-6.
Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Other applicable allowances and benefits will be provided as per the applicable Government of India/NIC rules.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on the recruitment criteria specified by NIC, including the prescribed GATE score and other applicable conditions.
Candidates should refer to the official recruitment notification for complete details regarding shortlisting, merit preparation and document verification.
How to Apply for NIC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official NIC Recruitment Portal.
- Open the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter your personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation/application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Last Time for Submission | 5:30 PM |
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Recruitment Portal | Click Here |
| Official NIC Website | Click Here |
Important Note
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official NIC Recruitment 2026 notification before applying. All eligibility requirements, educational qualifications, GATE requirements, age limits, fee details and other conditions should be verified from the official notification.
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