The NIC Recruitment 2026 notification has been issued for the recruitment of 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts in NIC. This is being offered by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) for suitable candidates from Computer Science / Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence stream.
This recruitment is crucial for GATE aspirants as candidates will be shortlisted according to their valid GATE 2024, 2025 or 2026 exam scores. The selection process does not mention any written exam or interview. The online application process will start from 1 September 2026 and continue until 30 September 2026.
Engineering aspirants can take reference from the eligibility criteria, GATE papers accepted, vacancies, and selection process to know before they fill in the application form for GATE and PSU.
NIC Recruitment 2026: Overview
NIC is recruiting Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Group B, Scientific and Technical, Non-Gazetted) on its own with pay level-6.
The recruitment offers a chance to those who have a strong academic background and competitive GATE results to get technical employment with NIC.
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NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Vacancy 2026
There are 376 positions announced in three disciplines. The most vacancies are in Computer Science and Information Technology.
- Information Technology and Computer Science: 300 Posts
- Electronics and Communication Engineering: 26 Posts
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence: 50 Posts
- Total: 376 Posts
Candidates should be very mindful of their choice of discipline while applying, as the GATE paper should be the same as the discipline mentioned in the application form.
NIC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The prescribed educational qualification and a valid GATE are the mandatory criteria for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026.
Applicants with an M.Sc., MS, MCA, B.E., or B.Tech can apply in the accepted technical disciplines. Candidates should have evidence of qualification that is valid for the period of document verification, and the qualification must be completed by 30 September 2026.
The following fields are accepted: Computer Science, Information Technology, Informatics, Software Systems, Computer and Network Security, Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Electronics and Telecommunication as relevant to the recruitments.
Age Limit
The age limit is dependent on the category. In case of UR & EWS candidates, the upper age limit is 30 years. Relaxation is given for reserved categories and other candidates as per the prescribed government rules.
Before applying online, candidates should check their age eligibility and category certificates.
Valid GATE Score for NIC Recruitment 2026
One of the prime eligibility criteria for NIC Recruitment 2026 is a valid GATE 2024, GATE 2025, or GATE 2026 score.
The candidate must make sure that his/her GATE paper must be the same as the discipline of his/her application. The merit list will be made based on valid scores of the accepted GATE years and a strong score at GATE will be essential.
NIC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Selection is based on performance in GATE and document verification.
This recruitment has no separate written exam. NIC will create discipline-wise and category-wise merit list based on valid GATE score submitted by candidates.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for document verification where their Educational qualification, GATE Score Card, Category Certificate, ID Proof and other relevant documents will be verified.
NIC Recruitment 2026: How to apply Online
Candidates will be able to register for the NIC registration process from official recruitment portal within application window.
The application process is a very basic one that involves:
- Go to the official recruitment portal of NIC.
- Click on the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A recruitment link.
- Fill out the online registration.
- Enter personal information, educational information and GATE information.
- Choose the correct subject.
- Submit necessary photo, signature and certificates.
- Pay application fee (if applicable).
- Check all the information thoroughly before final submission.
- Fill in the application and download the confirmation page.
The UR, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates will have to pay ₹800 as an application fee. Women candidates, SC/ST candidates and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying application fee.
NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Salary 2026
The Scientific/Technical Assistant grade of Pay Level 6 falls within the Seventh Pay Commission.
The salary range will be between Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month with all the allowances as per the applicable Central Government and NIC rules. The Recruitment also provides an opportunity for Engineering/Technology students to join the Government Technology Ecosystem apart from the Salary Package.
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FAQs
- What is the number of posts in NIC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 376 vacancies have been announced for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A in the following disciplines, namely Computer Science and IT, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
- How to select for the NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The candidates will be shortlisted according to their valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score. The candidates who make it to the shortlist will then have to go through the document verification process. No written examination is provided.
- What is the last date of NIC Recruitment 2026?
The online application form will be closed on 30 September 2026. Candidates are required to fill out the application and check all the documents before the deadline.