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The National Informatics Centre (NIC) is closing the online application process for NIC Recruitment 2026 on 30 September 2026 (Today). A total of 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts have been released under Advt. No. NIC/STA/2026/2. Eligible candidates with a valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 score can submit their applications through the official recruitment portal.
NIC Recruitment 2026: Last Date Today
The last date to apply for NIC Recruitment 2026 is tomorrow, 30 September 2026, up to 5:30 PM. Candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualification and GATE requirements should complete the application process before the deadline. The eligibility cut-off date is also 30 September 2026.
NIC Recruitment 2026: Latest Update
- NIC Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts across Computer Science & Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence.
- The last date to apply is 30 September 2026 at 5:30 PM. Candidates should complete the application process before the deadline.
- Candidates must have a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026 in the relevant paper for the discipline they are applying for.
- There is no separate written examination or interview for the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts. Selection is based on the valid GATE score, followed by the prescribed recruitment formalities.
- No prior work experience is required for these posts.
- The post carries Pay Level 6, with a basic pay of ₹35,400 and a pay scale of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400.
NIC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Recruitment Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | National Informatics Centre |
| Post Name | Scientific/Technical Assistant-A |
| Advertisement No. | NIC/STA/2026/2 |
| Total Vacancies | 376 |
| Post Category | Group-B S&T, Non-Gazetted |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Selection Basis | Valid GATE Score |
| GATE Years | 2024/2025/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 1 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Closing Time | 5:30 PM |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India/Outside India |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
NIC Recruitment 2026 Notification
The NIC Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released under Advt. No. NIC/STA/2026/2 for 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A vacancies. The notification contains details about vacancies, educational qualifications, GATE requirements, age limit, application fee, selection process, and other important instructions. Candidates should read the complete notification before submitting the application form. A direct link to download the official notification PDF is given below.
NIC STA Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 26 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 30 September 2026 |
NIC Vacancy 2026
The NIC has announced 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A vacancies for three disciplines. The highest number of posts is available in Computer Sciences & Information Technology (300), followed by Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (50) and Electronics & Communication Engineering (26).
NIC STA Category-Wise Vacancy 2026
| Discipline | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & Information Technology | 122 | 45 | 22 | 81 | 30 | 300 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 13 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 26 |
| Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 22 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 50 |
| Total | 157 | 55 | 26 | 101 | 37 | 376 |
Note: PwBD reservation is horizontal, so these vacancies are included within the above category-wise vacancies and are not additional posts. The PwBD figure includes 3 backlog vacancies.
NIC Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the required age limit, educational qualification, and GATE score criteria to apply for NIC Recruitment 2026.
NIC Educational Qualification 2026
Candidates must have the required educational qualification along with a valid GATE score in the relevant paper.
| Discipline | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & Information Technology | M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Science, Computer & Network Security, Software Systems, Information Technology, or Informatics |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | Candidates must have the prescribed qualification along with a valid GATE score in the relevant paper |
| Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | Candidates must have the prescribed qualification along with a valid GATE score in the relevant paper |
GATE Paper Codes for Eligible Disciplines
A valid GATE score is an important requirement for this recruitment.
| Discipline Name | GATE Paper Code |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & IT | CS |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | EC |
| Data Science & AI | DA |
Note – Candidates can use their valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026. The selection merit list will be prepared using the GATE score.
NIC Age Limit 2026
The maximum age is calculated as of 30 September 2026 & category-wise age relaxation is given in the table.
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| UR/EWS | No relaxation | 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years | 33 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years | 35 Years |
| PwBD | Up to 40 Years | Up to 40 Years |
NIC Apply Online 2026 Direct Link
National Informatics Centre (NIC) has started the online application process for NIC STA Recruitment 2026 on its official website at recruitment.nic.in from 1 September 2026. Candidates can apply for 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts till the last date, 30 September 2026. A direct link to apply for NIC Recruitment is given below.
NIC STA Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC-NCL/EWS | ₹800 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | Nil |
How to Apply for NIC STA Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can fill out the NIC Recruitment 2026 application form online by following these steps:
- Go to the official NIC recruitment website, recruitment.nic.in.
- Register with your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with the correct details.
- Choose your discipline and enter your GATE details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Check the form carefully before submitting it.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the application confirmation page for future use.
Documents Required for NIC Recruitment 2026
Before starting the application, candidates should keep all the necessary documents ready. The following documents may be required during the NIC STA Recruitment 2026 application process:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Date of Birth proof
- Matriculation certificate
- Senior Secondary certificate
- Valid GATE scorecard
- Degree certificate
- Required marksheets
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- CGPA conversion certificate, if required
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if applicable
- Age relaxation certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar Card
NIC Selection Process 2026
There is no separate written examination or interview for the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A recruitment.
The selection process includes:
- Valid GATE Score
- Preparation of discipline-wise and category-wise merit list
- Shortlisting of candidates
- Document Verification
- Provisional appointment
NIC Salary 2026
The selected candidates for the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A post will be placed in Pay Level 6 under the 7th Central Pay Commission.
| Objective | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
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