- The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has announced 57 vacancies for Inspector (29 posts) and Sub-Inspector (28 posts) on a deputation basis for a period not exceeding three years.
- The recruitment is offline only and candidates must apply by post to DIG (Adm), NIA HQ, New Delhi within 45 days from publication (last date: 22 November 2026).
- The selection process involves scrutiny of applications and documents, followed by appointment on deputation. No written test or interview is mentioned.
- The recruitment is open only to departmental officers in the feeder category in the direct line of promotion and deputationists for promotion. General candidates are not eligible to apply.
NIA
Active Listing
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
NIA Inspector and Sub-Inspector Recruitment 2026
National Investigation Agency
Total Vacancies
57
Job Location
New Delhi (NIA HQ) and other regional offices (posting location not specified beyond HQ)
Apply Start
07 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
22 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Investigation Agency (NIA) |
| Job Category | Police |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 57 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Inspector: Pay Matrix Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400 per month) - Sub-Inspector: Pay Matrix Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 per month) |
| Age Limits | Maximum 56 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **Inspector**: 5 years’ service in Pay Level-6 + 2 years’ experience in investigation/intelligence/operations/IT/counter-terrorism. - **Sub-Inspector**: 6 years’ service in Pay Level-5 (Grade Pay Rs. 2,800) + 2 years’ experience in investigation/intelligence/operations/IT/counter-terrorism. |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Experience Requirement:
- Inspector: Must have 5 years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment on a regular basis in posts in Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) and 2 years’ experience in handling criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations, IT cases, or counter-terrorism training.
- Sub-Inspector: Must have 6 years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment on a regular basis in Pay Level-5 with Grade Pay of Rs. 2,800 and 2 years’ experience in handling criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations, IT cases, or counter-terrorism training.
- Age Limit: Maximum 56 years as of the last date of receipt of applications (22 November 2026).
- Eligible Candidates: Only departmental officers in the feeder category or deputationists for promotion are eligible. General candidates are not eligible.
- Experience Requirement:
- Inspector: Must have 5 years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment on a regular basis in posts in Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) and 2 years’ experience in handling criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations, IT cases, or counter-terrorism training.
- Sub-Inspector: Must have 6 years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment on a regular basis in Pay Level-5 with Grade Pay of Rs. 2,800 and 2 years’ experience in handling criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations, IT cases, or counter-terrorism training.
- Age Limit: Maximum 56 years as of the last date of receipt of applications (22 November 2026).
- Eligible Candidates: Only departmental officers in the feeder category or deputationists for promotion are eligible. General candidates are not eligible.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications and documents submitted by candidates.
- Appointment on deputation based on eligibility and document verification.
- Appointment on deputation based on eligibility and document verification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
departmental officers only (not open to general candidates)
📂 Required Documents
- Self-attested copies of photograph and signature
- ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN, or government-issued ID)
- Certificates proving educational qualifications and experience
- Departmental orders confirming deputation eligibility (if applicable)
- ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN, or government-issued ID)
- Certificates proving educational qualifications and experience
- Departmental orders confirming deputation eligibility (if applicable)
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for NIA Inspector and Sub-Inspector posts?
There are a total of 57 vacancies, including 29 for Inspector and 28 for Sub-Inspector.
Q.
Is the NIA Recruitment 2026 open to general candidates?
No, the recruitment is only for departmental officers in the feeder category or deputationists for promotion. General candidates are not eligible.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for NIA Inspector and Sub-Inspector posts?
The last date to submit the offline application is 22 November 2026.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for NIA Inspector and Sub-Inspector posts?
The maximum age limit for both posts is 56 years as of 22 November 2026.
Q.
What is the salary range for NIA Inspector and Sub-Inspector posts?
The salary for Inspector is Rs. 44,900–1,42,400 (Pay Matrix Level-7), and for Sub-Inspector, it is Rs. 35,400–1,12,400 (Pay Matrix Level-6).