- Degree + valid GATE (CS) score
- Age limit: 21-30 years (up to 40 for PwBD).
More detailed eligibility requirements should be checked in the official recruitment notification.
NIC Scientific Technical Assistant A Recruitment 2026 (376 Posts)
National Informatics Centre (NIC) · Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Post
3 Post Types
Vacancy
376
Salary
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month
Last Date
30 Sept 2026
Qualification
Graduate
Location
All India
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Short Information
NIC has released Advertisement No. NIC/STA/2026/2 for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Group-B, Non-Gazetted), inviting applications for 376 posts across CS&IT (300), Data Science & AI (50), and Electronics & Communication (26) streams, including 18 PwBD-reserved posts. Selection is purely merit-based on a valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) — there is no written exam or interview, only document verification.
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Examination |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC-NCL/EWS | ₹800 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | Nil |
Age Limit
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age Calculation
As per notification
Vacancy
Total Vacancy376Posts
| Post Name | Vacancy | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (CS&IT) | 300 |
|
| Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Data Science & AI) | 50 |
|
| Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Electronics & Communication) | 26 |
|
Available Positions
Eligibility Criteria
1. Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (CS&IT)
300 Posts2. Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Data Science & AI)
50 Posts- Degree + valid GATE (DA) score
- Age limit: 21-30 years (up to 40 for PwBD).
More detailed eligibility requirements should be checked in the official recruitment notification.
3. Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Electronics & Communication)
26 Posts- Degree + valid GATE (EC) score
- Age limit: 21-30 years (up to 40 for PwBD).
More detailed eligibility requirements should be checked in the official recruitment notification.
National Informatics Centre (NIC) Salary / Pay Scale
Overall Pay Scale₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month
Pay may vary by post — see Eligibility Criteria above for details.
Application Tips
- Apply early — don't wait for the last date to avoid website rush and technical issues.
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- Fill your name, date of birth, and parents' names exactly as on your Matriculation certificate — mistakes can get your candidature cancelled.
- Review every detail carefully before final submission — changes are usually not allowed afterward.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for your records and document verification.
National Informatics Centre (NIC) Selection Process
- Category/discipline-wise merit list based on valid GATE score → Document Verification. No written exam or interview.
Steps to Apply for National Informatics Centre (NIC) Recruitment Online
- Read the official notification carefully and check post-wise eligibility, experience and documents.
- Prepare required documents — photograph, signature, identity proof and educational certificates.
- Complete the online application and upload documents as per specifications.
- Pay the applicable fee, if any.
- Submit and save a copy of the final application.
Important Links
Official Source & Verification
✓ Information Source
Visit National Informatics Centre (NIC) Official Website →Last information verification: 03 September 2026Frequently Asked Questions
The application process is listed as starting on 01 September 2026.
The listed last date for online application is 30 September 2026. Candidates should verify the current status on the official recruitment portal.
The recruitment information lists 376 vacancies: 300 for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (CS&IT) and 50 for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Data Science & AI) and 26 for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Electronics & Communication).
The listed age range is 21 to 30 years, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
The notification can be downloaded from the Important Links section on this page.
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NIC Scientific Technical Assistant A Recruitment 2026 (376 Posts)
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