Job Description
Overview
The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has initiated a recruitment drive for the position of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A. This role is classified as a Group-B S&T (Non-Gazetted) post under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The selection is based on valid GATE scores, providing a streamlined pathway for qualified technical professionals to contribute to national digital infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain software applications to support government digital initiatives.
- Manage and monitor network infrastructure to ensure high availability and security.
- Analyze data sets and implement artificial intelligence models for departmental projects.
- Provide technical support for various e-governance platforms and services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot system performance issues.
- Document technical processes and maintain compliance with organizational security standards.
Why Apply
This position offers a stable career path within a premier government organization with competitive pay scales and comprehensive benefits. It provides an opportunity to work on large-scale national projects that have a significant impact on public service delivery.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 01 September 2026
- Application End: 30 September 2026
Quick Facts
- Vacancy Count: 376
- Pay Level: Level 6 (7th CPC)
- Location: All India
- Category: Engineering Recruitment
NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
01 Sep 2026 –
30 Sep 2026
Salary
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Vacancies
376
Eligibility
M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech.
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- Computer Sciences & IT: 300
- Electronics & Communication: 26
- Data Science & AI: 50
How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment portal at https://recruitment.nic.in.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, including your GATE score card and educational certificates.
- Pay the application fee online if you belong to the UR, OBC, or EWS categories.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for your records.
- Keep a printed copy of the application and the confirmation page for future reference during document verification.
Cutoff Marks
Not applicable; selection is based on GATE merit.
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: ₹800. SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil. Payment must be made online.
Age Limit
30 years for UR/EWS, 35 years for SC/ST, 33 years for OBC (NCL), 40 years for PwBD.
Selection Process
The selection process is entirely merit-based, determined by a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026. There is no written examination or interview conducted for this recruitment. A category-wise merit list is generated for each discipline based on the submitted GATE scores. In the event of a tie, preference is given to older GATE scores, followed by the age of the candidate, and finally the academic percentage. Shortlisted candidates are invited for document verification to confirm their credentials before the final appointment.
Exam Pattern
Selection is based on GATE scores (2024, 2025, or 2026) in relevant paper codes: CS (Computer Science), EC (Electronics), or DA (Data Science).
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Organization
National Informatics Centre (NIC) invites applications for 153 Scientist C and D posts. This direct recruitment drive aims to fill technical positions on a regular basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a recruitment drive by the National Informatics Centre, under Advertisement No. NIC/STA/2026/2, to fill Group-B S&T posts of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A based on valid GATE scores, across three disciplines.
A total of 376 vacancies are available across Computer Sciences & IT (300), Electronics and Communication Engineering (26), and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (50), subject to increase or decrease.
The online application window closes on 30 September 2026 at 05:30 PM. Ensure you submit your application well before the deadline to avoid any technical issues.
For Computer Sciences & IT, candidates need M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in specified fields along with a valid GATE score in Paper Code CS. For Electronics and Communication Engineering and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, a valid GATE score in Paper Code EC or DA respectively is required.
The age limit is 30 years for UR/EWS, 35 years for SC/ST, and 33 years for OBC(NCL), as on the closing date (30 September 2026), with further relaxation for PwBD, service, and ex-servicemen candidates.
The fee is ₹800 for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates and Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates. Candidates applying for multiple disciplines must pay ₹800 per discipline.
Candidates can apply online only through https://recruitment.nic.in by completing registration, filling the application form, uploading documents, paying the fee (if applicable), and downloading the confirmation page.
Selection is based entirely on a valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) - there is no written exam or interview. A category-wise merit list is prepared per discipline, followed by document verification and provisional appointment.
The post carries a pay of Level 6 under the 7th CPC, i.e., ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month, plus applicable allowances.
The post carries an All India liability, and the selected candidate may be posted anywhere in India or outside India, in the interest of the organization.
