The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has opened applications for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts as part of its 2026 recruitment drive. The recruitment is being conducted on a direct recruitment basis for a Group-B, non-gazetted scientific and technical position under the Government of India. According to the latest detailed notification, 300 vacancies are available in Computer Sciences and Information Technology.
NIC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The post available under the latest notification is Scientific/Technical Assistant-A. The position comes under Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400. The 300 vacancies include reservations for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and EWS categories, along with horizontal reservation for eligible PwBD candidates.
The recruitment is particularly relevant for candidates with qualifications and GATE scores in the technology sector.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A must possess the prescribed educational qualification in the relevant technical discipline. The notification accepts qualifications such as M.Sc., MS, MCA, B.E. or B.Tech. in specified areas including Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Software Systems, Computer and Networking Security and related fields.
Candidates must also have a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026 in eligible disciplines. The selection merit list for the current recruitment is based on the valid GATE score, subject to the conditions specified in the official notification.
Application Dates
The online application process began on September 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The last date to submit the online application is September 30, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The eligibility cut-off date is also September 30, 2026.
Candidates should complete registration, fill in the application form, upload the required documents and complete the applicable fee payment process within the prescribed deadline.
How to Apply for NIC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official NIC recruitment portal. Applicants should carefully read the detailed notification before submitting their applications and ensure that their educational qualifications, GATE score, category and other details meet the prescribed requirements.
The official recruitment website also publishes updates, notices and corrigenda related to ongoing recruitment processes. Candidates should regularly check the portal for document-verification schedules and subsequent recruitment updates.
With 300 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A vacancies and a Level-6 pay scale, the latest NIC recruitment provides an opportunity for eligible technology graduates and postgraduates seeking a Government of India position in the information technology and scientific-technical domain
