NIC Scientific Technical Assistant A Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 376 Posts
National Informatics Centre (NIC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, has announced the recruitment for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant A for the year 2026. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026 to join NIC in various disciplines including Computer Science & IT, Electronics & Communication, and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence.
The online application process is currently active. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official website before the last date. For more government job updates and notifications, visit Sarkari CSC.
Below are the important dates and application fees for this recruitment:
| Event | Details | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 01 September 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 September 2026 | |
| Merit List & Document Verification | To be notified later | |
| Joining / Allotment Date | As per schedule |
Vacancy Details and Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific / Technical Assistant A | 376 Posts |
|
Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Discipline | GATE Code | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & IT | CS | 122 | 45 | 22 | 81 | 30 | 300 |
| Electronics & Communication | EC | 13 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 26 |
| Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | DA | 22 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 50 |
| Total | 157 | 55 | 26 | 101 | 37 | 376 |
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age (As on 30/09/2026) |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
| PwBD | 40 Years (SC/ST: 45, OBC: 43) |
| Service Candidates | UR/EWS: 35, OBC: 38, SC/ST: 40 Years |
Selection Process
The selection will be based solely on the merit of the valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026. There will be no written examination or interview. Candidates will be shortlisted directly for Document Verification based on their GATE score ranking.
In case of ties, the following criteria will be used in order:
- Older year GATE score is preferred
- Older candidate age is preferred
- Higher percentage in the essential qualifying degree
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Matrix Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400) as per the 7th Pay Commission.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NIC recruitment portal at recruitment.nic.in.
- Complete registration with personal details, email, and mobile number.
- Fill in educational qualifications and upload required documents including valid GATE scorecard.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference before 30 September 2026 (05:30 PM).
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Sarkari CSC |
| Join Sarkari CSC WhatsApp Channel | |
| Telegram | Sarkari CSC Telegram Group |
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