The National Informatics Centre (NIC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has released the detailed notification for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026 for 376 Group-B technical posts.
The recruitment covers Computer Sciences & Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, with selection based on a valid GATE 2024, GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 score rather than a separate written examination.
The post carries Pay Level-6 with a salary range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400, making this an important Central Government opportunity for eligible technical graduates and postgraduates.
Online applications are scheduled to open on 1 September 2026 at 10:00 AM and close on 30 September 2026 at 5:30 PM through the NIC recruitment portal.
NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Detailed Notification Out — 376 Posts Through GATE 2024/2025/2026 Score | Apply Online 1–30 September 2026
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India |
| Recruitment Name | Recruitment for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Post (Direct Recruitment) |
| Advertisement Number | NIC/STA/2026/2 |
| Post Name | Scientific/Technical Assistant-A |
| Post Nature | Group-B S&T (Non-Gazetted), Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400), 7th CPC |
| Total Vacancies | 376 |
| Selection Basis | Merit List Based on Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 Score — No Written Exam/Interview |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India and Outside India (All India Liability) |
| Official Website | recruitment.nic.in |
About National Informatics Centre (NIC)
- National Informatics Centre (NIC) was established in 1976 and has since emerged as a “prime builder” of e-Government/e-Governance applications up to the grassroots level, as well as a promoter of digital opportunities for sustainable development
- NIC has been instrumental in steering e-Government/e-Governance applications across Ministries/Departments at the Centre, States, Districts, and Blocks, facilitating improved government services, wider transparency, and decentralized planning
- NIC’s major activities include: Setting up ICT Infrastructure; Implementation of National and State Level e-Governance Projects/Products; Consultancy to Government departments; Research & Development; and Capacity Building
- NIC spearheads the government’s “Informatics-led-development” programme, deriving competitive advantage by implementing ICT applications in social and public administration
Important Dates 2026
- Opening Date for Online Applications: 01 September 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Closing Date for Online Applications: 30 September 2026 (05:30 PM)
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility (Age, Qualification, Category): 30 September 2026
- Schedule for Document Verification of Shortlisted Candidates: Will be announced on NIC website — www.recruitment.nic.in
Note: The cut-off date for determining eligibility (age, qualification, category, age relaxation) will remain fixed at 30 September 2026, even if the closing date for submission of applications is later extended for any reason.
Upper Age Limit (As on Closing Date — 30.09.2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
| UR / EWS | 30 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years |
| PwBD (General) | 40 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 45 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 43 Years |
| Service Candidate (UR/EWS) | 35 Years |
| Service Candidate (SC/ST) | 40 Years |
| Service Candidate (OBC-NCL) | 38 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
- Candidates serving in Government Organizations, working in posts in the same line or allied cadres where the prior service is useful for the advertised post, get an additional 5 years age relaxation
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC(NCL) applies only for posts reserved for them; however, PwBD age relaxation applies irrespective of whether the post is reserved for them, provided the post is identified suitable for PwBD candidates
- The crucial date for age calculation remains the closing date (30.09.2026), unchanged even if the application deadline is extended
Eligibility — GATE Score & Essential Qualification
| Discipline | Essential Qualification | GATE Paper Code |
| Computer Sciences & Information Technology | Pass in M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. (single or in combination) in: Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Sciences, Computer & Networking Security, Software System, Information Technology, or Informatics | CS |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | Pass in Electronics and Communication Engineering (relevant M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech.) | EC |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | Pass in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (relevant M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech.) | DA |
- Candidates must possess a VALID GATE score (GATE 2024 or GATE 2025 or GATE 2026) in the corresponding paper code for the discipline they are applying for
- The essential qualification must have been obtained by the candidate on or before the closing date (30 September 2026)
- No claim of an “equivalent” qualification will be entertained — only the exact qualifications mentioned in the table above are valid
- Experience Required: None — freshers are fully eligible to apply
- Qualifications obtained through Open Universities/Distance Education mode are accepted only if approved by the Distance Education Council and, wherever necessary, by AICTE, as recognized for Central Government employment purposes vide Gazette Notification No. 44 dated 1 March 1995
Application Fee
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates | Nil |
| UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹800/- Per Discipline |
| Payment Mode | Online Only (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking) |
Note: Candidates applying for more than one discipline (CS/EC/DA) need to pay ₹800/- separately for each discipline applied for. Fee once paid is non-refundable. Bank charges towards remittance of the application fee, if any, must be borne by the candidate. Fee through Cash, Demand Draft, Pay Order, Cheque, or Challan will NOT be accepted.
NIC STA-A Vacancy 2026 — Discipline-Wise & Category-Wise Details (Total: 376)
| Discipline | Total Vacant Posts | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | PwBD (Horizontal) |
| Computer Sciences & Information Technology | 300 | 122 | 45 | 22 | 81 | 30 | 15 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 26 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 50 | 22 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| Grand Total | 376 | 157 | 55 | 26 | 101 | 37 | 19 |
PwBD Horizontal Reservation — Sub-Category Breakup
| Discipline | Locomotor Disability (OA/OL/BL/OAL) | Hard of Hearing (HH) | Multiple Disabilities |
| Computer Sciences & IT | 4 | 4 | 7 (includes 3 PH-MD backlog vacancies) |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 1 | 1 | – |
| Data Science & AI | 1 | 1 | – |
Note: The number of advertised posts is tentative — the actual number of posts may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of NIC. PwBD reservation is horizontal, meaning it is already included within the total vacancies shown, not in addition to them. Locomotor disability includes leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy cases.
Selection Process 2026 — GATE Score-Based (No Written Exam)
- Stage 1: Online Application Submission — only candidates meeting the eligibility criteria and registered on the NIC portal proceed further
- Stage 2: Category-Wise Merit List preparation for each discipline strictly in order of GATE Score
- Stage 3: Document Verification of shortlisted candidates as per vacancy requirements
- Stage 4: Provisional Appointment, subject to fulfilment of all other eligibility criteria
GATE Score Weightage & Tie-Breaking Rules
- Candidates must submit their best GATE score from any one of the eligible years (2024, 2025, or 2026) in the discipline applied for
- Equal weightage is given to GATE 2024, GATE 2025, and GATE 2026 scores — no year is preferred over another when comparing scores directly
- Tie-Breaking Criteria (in order):
- First: The candidate with the older-year GATE score is ranked higher
- Second: If GATE score and year are both same, the candidate older in age is ranked higher
- Third: If still tied, the candidate with the higher percentage in the essential qualification is ranked higher (CGPA candidates must provide a University Registrar conversion certificate if no formula is provided by the university)
Important Points
- There is NO separate written examination or interview in this recruitment process — selection is based purely on GATE score merit
- Mere fulfilling of the eligibility requirements laid down in the advertisement does NOT automatically qualify a candidate for appointment
- If a shortlisted candidate does not appear for Document Verification with original documents on the specified date, time, and place, they will lose eligibility for provisional appointment and their candidature will be rejected
- Document Verification will be conducted at Delhi or any other location/mode approved by the competent authority — no request for postponement or change of location will be entertained, and no TA/DA will be paid for attending
NIC STA-A 2026 — Salary & Pay Scale
| Component | Details |
| Post Nature | Group-B S&T (Non-Gazetted) |
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Level-6 |
| Pay Range | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere in India and outside India, as required in the interest of the Organization |
How to Apply Online for NIC STA-A Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official NIC Recruitment Portal — recruitment.nic.in
- Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY between 01 September 2026 (10:00 AM) and 30 September 2026 (5:30 PM) — no other means/mode of application will be accepted
- Ensure you have a valid, active personal E-mail ID and Mobile Number before starting, as all future communication will be sent to these details
- Step 1 — Registration: Register on the portal to generate your Application Number and Password
- Step 2 — Fill Online Application Form & Upload Documents: Complete all sections carefully and upload the required scanned documents as per the checklist
- Step 3 — Payment of Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online (if applicable to your category) — this step is required for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates only
- Step 4 — Download Confirmation Page: After successful completion of all steps, download and save your Confirmation Page for future reference
- Your application will be treated as complete ONLY if all four mandatory steps are successfully completed — incomplete applications will be summarily rejected with no further query entertained
Critical Warning: No change in name, category, address, mobile number, or email ID will be permissible after submitting the application — fill the form very carefully. Aadhaar-based authentication will be used at every stage of the recruitment process.
Document Checklist — Keep Ready Before Applying Online
- Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking details (if fee is applicable)
- Scanned recent colour Photograph (JPEG/JPG, 50 KB – 200 KB)
- Scanned Signature in blue or black ink (JPEG/JPG, 10 KB – 50 KB)
- Self-attested scanned copies (PDF, 10 KB – 500 KB each) of:
- Date of Birth Proof (Municipality Certificate/Matriculation Certificate)
- Matriculation Certificate
- Senior Secondary Certificate
- Valid GATE Score Card for 2024/2025/2026
- Essential Qualification Certificate (M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech Pass Certificate) with mark sheets
- CGPA Conversion Certificate from University Registrar (if applicable)
- 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), if applicable — Annexure VII
- Age Relaxation Certificate, if applicable — Annexure VIII & IX
Category Certificate Guidelines — Important Points
- SC/ST: Relevant Caste Certificate in the prescribed Government of India format (Annexure I), issued by a Competent Authority on or before 30.09.2026
- OBC (NCL): Latest OBC (NCL) certificate specifically for “Appointment to posts under Govt. of India” (Annexure II) — certificates issued for State Government posts or for educational admission purposes will NOT be accepted
- PwBD: Disability certificate (minimum 40% permanent disability) issued by the Government Medical Board in the prescribed format (Annexure IV/V/VI), clearly indicating percentage of disability
- EWS: Income & Asset Certificate based on FY 2025-26 income, valid for the year 2026-27, in the prescribed format (Annexure III), issued by a Competent Authority as per DoPT OM dated 31 January 2019
Documents Required at Document Verification
- Original Date of Birth Proof
- Original Matriculation and Senior Secondary Examination Certificate/Mark sheet
- Original GATE Score Card for the applicable year
- Original Essential Qualification Certificate — Mark sheets, Final Degree Certificate (or Provisional Pass Certificate if final degree not yet issued), and CGPA conversion certificate if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (for candidates working in Central/State Government/PSUs/Aided Institutions/Autonomous Bodies)
- Age Relaxation Certificate for in-service candidates, if applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate, if applicable
- Gazette Notification for change of name, if applicable
- Original Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD), as applicable
- Aadhaar Card (for Aadhaar-based authentication)
- Any other Photo ID proof — PAN Card/Driving Licence/EPIC ID/any Government-issued ID
- Downloaded Authorization Letter for Document Verification, along with one recent passport-size colour photograph
Note: If a candidate’s identity is in doubt, or they cannot produce required original documents, or there is a mismatch of information, their candidature will be rejected — no additional time will be given to produce original documents.
Citizenship Eligibility
A candidate must be either:
- (a) A citizen of India, or
- (b) A subject of Nepal, or
- (c) A subject of Bhutan, or
- (d) A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- (e) A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia) and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India
Note: Candidates belonging to categories (b), (c), (d), and (e) above must possess a Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Action Against Misconduct
Candidates found guilty of any of the following will have their candidature summarily rejected/cancelled at any stage — and may face criminal prosecution and debarment from future NIC recruitments, either permanently or for a specified period:
- Impersonating or procuring impersonation by any person
- Resorting to any irregular means during the selection process
- Using unfair means or obtaining support for candidature by any means
- Canvassing in any form or using undue influence
- Submitting false certificates/documents/information, or suppressing factual information
- Giving wrong information regarding category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD)
Important Instructions Before You Apply
- Applications not in conformity with the advertisement requirements are liable to be rejected
- Court of jurisdiction for any dispute related to this recruitment will be in Delhi
- No query seeking advice on eligibility or posting location will be entertained
- The post carries All India liability — selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India
- NIC’s decision on all matters pertaining to this recruitment is final and irrevocable
- NIC reserves the right to modify, alter, restrict, enlarge, or cancel the recruitment process at any time without prior notice or assigning any reason
- Candidates working with Central Govt./State Govt./PSU/Autonomous Bodies must furnish an NOC confirming no pending disciplinary/vigilance case
- For technical/submission issues, email helpdesk-nic@nic.in, mentioning the advertisement number in the subject line — no other query type will be entertained at this email ID
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| Apply Online (NIC/STA/2026/2) | click here (Active 1–30 Sep 2026) |
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| Official Website | click here |
| Helpdesk Email | helpdesk-nic@nic.in |
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FAQs — NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in NIC STA-A Recruitment 2026?
A total of 376 vacancies have been announced across three disciplines — Computer Sciences & IT (300), Electronics & Communication Engineering (26), and Data Science & AI (50).
Q2. Is a written exam or interview conducted for selection?
No. Selection is based purely on a category-wise merit list prepared from candidates’ valid GATE score — there is no separate written exam or interview.
Q3. Which GATE scores are valid for this recruitment?
Candidates can apply with a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026 in the relevant paper code (CS, EC, or DA), with equal weightage given to all three years.
Q4. What is the application fee?
₹800/- per discipline for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates. There is no fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
Q5. What is the age limit for this post?
30 years for UR/EWS, 35 years for SC/ST, and 33 years for OBC(NCL), as on the closing date of 30 September 2026, with further relaxation for PwBD and service candidates.
Q6. Can I apply for more than one discipline?
Yes, but you must pay the ₹800/- application fee separately for each discipline you apply for (if fee is applicable to your category).
Q7. Is prior work experience required?
No, no experience is required — freshers with the essential qualification and a valid GATE score are eligible to apply.
Q8. What is the salary for NIC STA-A?
The post carries Pay Level-6 of the 7th CPC, ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.
Q9. Where will selected candidates be posted?
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India and outside India, in the interest of the Organization, as this post carries All India liability.