NIC Scientist-B Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 243 Posts

Post Name

NIC Scientist-B Vacancy 2026 – Apply Online for 243 Posts

Total Post

243

Short Notification

National Informatics Centre (NIC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification (Advt No: NIC/SCB/2026/1) for the post of Scientist-B. A total of 243 vacancies are announced across disciplines including Computer Science & IT, Electronics & Communication, and Data Science & AI. Selection will be based on GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores followed by an interview. Eligible candidates can apply online from 27 March 2026 to 24 April 2026. The post is Group-A Gazetted with pay level 10. No experience is required.Candidates should carefully review the official notification before applying.


 

Government of India Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

National Informatics Centre (NIC)

www.fastvacancy.com

 

Important Date

 

  • Application Starting Date : 27 March 2026

  • Last Date To Apply : 24 April 2026

Post Name

 

  • Scientist-B (Group-A S&T Gazetted Post)

Application Fee

 

  • For ST/SC/PwBD Candidate -Nil/-

  • For UR/OBC/EWS - 800/-

Job Location

 

  • Anywhere in India or outside India

Total Number of Vacancies (Discipline-wise & Category-wise)

1. Computer Science & IT - 168 Post

Category Vacancies
UR 70
SC25
ST12
OBC (NCL)45
EWS16
PwBD08

2. Electronics & Communication - 25 Post

Category Vacancies
UR 13
SC03
ST01
OBC (NCL)06
EWS02
PwBD01

3. Data Science & AI - 50 Post

Category Vacancies
UR 22
SC07
ST03
OBC (NCL)13
EWS05
PwBD02

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s Degree / B.Tech / B.E / M.Sc / MCA / M.Tech / M.E / M.Phil (relevant fields)
  • OR equivalent qualifications listed in PDF
  • Must have valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) in relevant discipline
  • No equivalent qualification claims allowed
  • Qualification must be completed by 31/03/2026

Age Limit (as on 31/03/2026)

  • UR/EWS: 30 years
  • OBC (NCL): 33 years
  • SC/ST: 35 years
  • PwBD: Up to 40 years (with further relaxations)
  • Service candidates: Relaxed (up to 35–40 depending on category)

Age Relaxation

  • SC/ST: +5 years
  • OBC (NCL): +3 years
  • PwBD: Additional relaxation (up to 45 years for SC/ST PwBD)
  • Government employees: +5 years (subject to conditions)
  • As per Government rules for other categories

Selection Process / Recruitment Process

1.      Shortlisting based on GATE score (1:5 ratio)

2.      Document Verification

3.      Personal Interaction / Interview

Weightage:

  • GATE Score: 60%
  • Interview: 40%

Minimum Qualifying Marks:

  • UR: 50%
  • Reserved Categories: 40%

Final Selection:

  • Based on combined merit (GATE + Interview)

Tie-breaking:

1.      Higher GATE score

2.      Higher interview technical marks

3.      Older candidate


How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1.      Visit official website: https://recruitment.nic.in

2.      Register (Step 1)

3.      Fill application form & upload documents (Step 2)

4.      Pay application fee (Step 3, if applicable)

5.      Download confirmation page (Step 4)

Only online applications accepted


Documents Required

  • Date of Birth proof
  • Matriculation & Senior Secondary certificates
  • Graduation & Post-Graduation certificates
  • GATE Scorecard
  • Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
  • PwBD certificate
  • Experience certificate (if any)
  • NOC (if applicable)
  • CGPA conversion certificate (if applicable)
  • Aadhaar Card & Photo ID
  • Photograph & Signature (scanned)

Important Instructions / Terms & Conditions

  • Only online mode accepted
  • Aadhaar authentication mandatory
  • No correction after submission
  • Incomplete applications will be rejected
  • No TA/DA for interview
  • Posting anywhere in India
  • False information → cancellation + legal action
  • NIC can modify/cancel recruitment
  • Court jurisdiction: Delhi
  • Must regularly check email/SMS for updates

Pay Scale / Salary Details

Pay Level

Level 10 (7th CPC)

Salary

56,100 - 1,77,500/-



 

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FAQ's

Q1. Which organization released this recruitment?
Ans: National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India.

Q2. Where will candidates be posted?
Ans: Anywhere in India or outside India.

Q3. What is the recruitment type?
Ans: Direct Recruitment Basis.

Q4. What is the required qualification for Computer Science & IT?
Ans: Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology/Science or equivalent listed qualifications.

Q5. What is the selection process?
Ans: Shortlisting based on GATE score, Document Verification, and Interview.

Q6. What is the total number of vacancies?
Ans: 243 posts.

Q7. Is age relaxation available?
Ans: Yes, as per Government rules.

Q8. When will interview dates be announced?
Ans: On NIC website.

Q9. How many vacancies are in Data Science & AI?
Ans: 50 posts.

Q10. Are the vacancies fixed?
Ans: No, vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease. 

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