NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026: The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has announced its Recruitment 2026 drive for the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A role with 376 vacancies across India. Candidates with BE/ BTech/ MSc/ MCA/ MS degree in various disciplines can apply for the NIC Recruitment drive 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can read more details below.

About NIC:

The National Informatics Centre (NIC), established in 1976 under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is the premier technology partner of the Government of India. It facilitates e-governance, offering ICT infrastructure and digital solutions (G2G, G2B, G2C) across central, state, and district levels.

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NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026:

Organization Name National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Post Name Scientific/Technical Assistant-A
Salary Rs. 35400- Rs.112400/ Month (Level-6)
Job Location Across India / Outside India
JobType Government Jobs
Vacancies 376 Posts
Selection Basis
 Valid GATE Score- 2024/2025/2026
Application Mode Online
Starting Date 1st September 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last date to apply 30th September 2026 (5:30 PM)
Website https://www.nic.gov.in/

*The salary/stipend (if stated) here is an estimation and has been collected from various sources such as Glassdoor, Ambitionbox, Quora etc. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the stated amount.

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Educational Qualifications for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026:

  • B.E./ B.Tech./M.Sc./ MS/ MCA in
    – Electronics
    – Electronics and Communication
    – Electronics & Telecommunication
    – Computer Sciences
    – Computer and Network Security
    – Software System, Information Technology, Informatics.

NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant 2026 – Age Limit

  • The maximum age to apply for Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ Posts is 30 Years as on 30/9/2026.

Age Relaxation – National Informatics Centre Recruitment 2026:

  • Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe – 5 years
  • Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer) – 3 years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) – 10 Years
  • Persons affected by 1984 riots – 5 years
  • Widows, divorced women and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried – Upto 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST candidates

NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A  Vacancy Division:

Discipline Vacancies
Computer Sciences & IT 300
Data Science & AI 50
Electronics & Communication 26
Total 376

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Selection Process of NIC Careers:

1: Shortlisting Based on GATE Score

  • Eligible candidates with a valid GATE score are shortlisted discipline‑wise and category‑wise in a ratio of 1:5 for personal interaction/interview, based on their best GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in the relevant paper.
  • Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on their discipline-wise and category-wise (1:5 Ratio) GATE score merit.
  • Equal weightage is given to GATE 2024, 2025, and 2026 scores.

2: Document Verification

  • Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification before the interview
  • Only those whose documents are found in order can appear for the interaction/interview, which carries 50 marks covering technical knowledge, communication and academic performance

3: Personal Interaction / Interview (50 Marks)

  • Candidates will get evaluated on
    – Technical (Academic) knowledge
    – Presentation/Communication Skill/Comprehension
    – Academic performance (0.05 mark for each percentage of the essential qualification)

4: Final Merit List

  • Final selection will be based on
    – GATE score: 60% weightage
    – Interview marks: 40% weightage.

    NIC Job Openings 2026 – Application Fee

      • For General/ OBC/ EWS Candidates: Rs. 800/-
      • For SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Women Candidates: No Fee
      • Mode of Payment: Online

        How to Apply for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?

        To apply for this Off Campus Drive, interested candidates must follow the procedure outlined below:

        1. Click on the “Apply here” button provided below. You will be redirected to the official career page.
        2. Go to the “Recruitment” or “Careers” section.
        3. Click the link for Notification 2026.
        4. Download the detailed notification for future reference.
        5. Pay the application fee if applicable.
        6. Submit the application form before Last date , and print the submit page for reference.

        If you face any issues while applying. Do let us know in the comment section.

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        Frequently Asked Questions: NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026:

        • What is the application deadline for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment?
          The online application portal closes on September 30, 2026, at 05:30 PM.

        • Is a GATE score mandatory?
          Yes, candidates must have a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026 in CS, EC, or DA papers.

        • Is prior work experience required?
          No experience is required for this post.

        • What is the application fee for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment?
          General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates must pay Rs. 800 per discipline. SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates are exempt from paying the fee.

        • What are the educational requirements for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment?
          Applicants must hold an M.Sc., MS, MCA, B.E., or B. Tech. in fields such as Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Science.

        • What is the age limit for applicants?
          The maximum age for UR/EWS candidates is 30 years as of September 30, 2026. SC/ST candidates have an age limit of 35, OBC (NCL) is 33, and PwBD candidates have an upper limit of 40.

        • Are there written tests or interviews for selection?
          No, the merit list is prepared entirely based on valid GATE scores, followed by document verification.

         

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