📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
1. Recruitment Overview
The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 243 Scientist 'B' Posts (Group 'A', Gazetted). This is a prestigious opportunity for engineering graduates aspiring to work in the field of information technology and digital governance within the Government of India.
Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on GATE Scores and Personal Interview. It is not a traditional written competitive examination (Prelims/Mains).
2. Key Highlights
| Organization Name | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Scientist-'B' (Group 'A', Gazetted) |
| Advt No | NIC/SCB/2026/1 |
| Total Vacancies | 243 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.nic.gov.in |
3. Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
Total vacancies are 243, distributed among the following categories:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 100 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) (NCL) | 65 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 |
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology, Computer Science, or a related field from a recognized university.
- Disciplines: Includes Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and related fields.
GATE Score Requirement
A valid GATE Score (2024 / 2025 / 2026) is mandatory for candidates applying for the following disciplines:
- Computer Science & Information Technology
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 30 Years (as on the closing date of application).
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
5. Selection Process
The selection for NIC Scientist B posts does not involve a preliminary or main written examination. The process is strictly merit-based:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their GATE Scores (2024/2025/2026).
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interview.
- Document Verification: Final selection is subject to verification of original documents.
6. Application Fee
Note: The provided text mentions "if applicable" but does not specify exact fees. Candidates should check the detailed notification PDF for confirmation.
- General/OBC: To be announced (usually approx ₹1000/-).
- SC/ST/PwD: Often exempted (Check notification).
- Mode of Payment: Online (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking).
7. How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official NIC recruitment portal: https://recruitment.nic.in.
- Click on the link for "Scientist B Recruitment 2026".
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and GATE Registration Number.
- Upload required documents (GATE Scorecard, Degree Certificate, ID Proof, Photograph, Signature).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Download the confirmation page for future reference.
8. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 5th February 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Registration | Available Soon (Tentatively Feb 2026) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | Tentatively February 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release | Within 10 days of GATE 2026 Results |