- National Informatics Centre (NIC), established in 1976, is a premier organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, responsible for e-Governance and ICT infrastructure development.
- The post is a Group-B Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (non-Gazetted) position in Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400) of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad based on organizational requirements.
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Active Listing
🎓 Graduate
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 B.Tech
🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 MCA
Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Group-B S&T) Recruitment
National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Total Vacancies
376
Job Location
All India (posting may be anywhere in India or abroad)
Apply Start
01 Sep 2026
Apply Deadline
30 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) (NIC) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), B.Tech (btech), M.Sc. (msc), MCA (mca) |
| Number of Vacancies | 376 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹35,400 - ₹112,400 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 30 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | No experience required |
| Application Fee | - No application fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates. - Rs. 800/- for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates. - Candidates applying for multiple disciplines must pay Rs. 800/- for each additional discipline. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in one of the following papers: Computer Science and Information Technology (CS), Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC), or Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA).
- Essential educational qualification: Pass in M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in relevant fields (single or combination) such as Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related disciplines.
- Candidates must possess the essential qualification as of the closing date (30/09/2026).
- No prior work experience is required for this post.
- Essential educational qualification: Pass in M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in relevant fields (single or combination) such as Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related disciplines.
- Candidates must possess the essential qualification as of the closing date (30/09/2026).
- No prior work experience is required for this post.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Merit list will be prepared based on the GATE score (2024/2025/2026) for each discipline.
- Equal weightage will be given to GATE scores from 2024, 2025, and 2026.
- In case of a tie in GATE scores, the older year's score will be ranked higher. If still tied, the older candidate will be ranked higher, followed by higher percentage in essential qualification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification before provisional appointment.
- Equal weightage will be given to GATE scores from 2024, 2025, and 2026.
- In case of a tie in GATE scores, the older year's score will be ranked higher. If still tied, the older candidate will be ranked higher, followed by higher percentage in essential qualification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification before provisional appointment.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Date of Birth proof (Birth Certificate/Matriculation Certificate).
- Matriculation and Senior Secondary Examination Certificates/Marksheets.
- Valid GATE Score Card (2024/2025/2026) for the applied discipline.
- Essential Qualification Certificate (M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech.) with marksheets.
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS) if applicable.
- PwBD Certificate (minimum 40% permanent disability) if applicable.
- Experience Certificate (if any).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card for Aadhaar-based authentication.
- Matriculation and Senior Secondary Examination Certificates/Marksheets.
- Valid GATE Score Card (2024/2025/2026) for the applied discipline.
- Essential Qualification Certificate (M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech.) with marksheets.
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS) if applicable.
- PwBD Certificate (minimum 40% permanent disability) if applicable.
- Experience Certificate (if any).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card for Aadhaar-based authentication.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
- Rs. 800/- for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates.
- Candidates applying for multiple disciplines must pay Rs. 800/- for each additional discipline.
- Rs. 800/- for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates.
- Candidates applying for multiple disciplines must pay Rs. 800/- for each additional discipline.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A recruitment?
The last date to submit online applications is 30/09/2026 (05:30 PM).
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Computer Sciences & Information Technology discipline?
There are 300 vacancies for the Computer Sciences & Information Technology discipline.
Q.
Is there an application fee for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates in this recruitment?
Yes, UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates must pay Rs. 800/- as the application fee.
Q.
What is the age limit for UR candidates applying for the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A post?
The upper age limit for UR candidates is 30 years as of 30/09/2026.
Q.
Which GATE papers are eligible for the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A post?
Eligible GATE papers are Computer Science and Information Technology (CS), Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC), and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA).