NIA Recruitment 2026: 14 Addl. SP & Dy. SP Posts (Deputation) – Apply Offline @ nia.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy Details & Pay Scale

The National Investigation Agency has announced 14 vacancies on a deputation or absorption basis across two gazetted police officer ranks. Below is the post-wise breakdown:

Age Limit: The maximum age for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications (07 November 2026).

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

This recruitment is exclusively open to gazetted officers of Central/State Government services who meet the following criteria. Both posts require a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SP) – Eligibility

• Currently holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR
• With 5 years' service in the grade rendered after regular appointment in posts under PB-3 (Rs. 15,600-39,100) with GP Rs. 5,400 (pre-revised) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department.
• Additionally possess a Bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience in handling criminal investigation cases, or intelligence work including counter-terrorism operations, or imparting counter-terrorism training.

Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy. SP) – Eligibility

• Currently holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR
• With 2 years' service in the grade after regular appointment in posts under Pay Band-2 (Rs. 9,300-34,800) with GP Rs. 4,800 (pre-revised) or equivalent; OR
• With 3 years' service in the grade after regular appointment in posts under Pay Band-2 (Rs. 9,300-34,800) with GP Rs. 4,600 (pre-revised) or equivalent.
• Additionally possess a Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience in handling criminal investigation cases, or intelligence work including counter-terrorism operations, or imparting counter-terrorism training.

Selection Process & Screening

Selection for these posts will be made through the deputation or absorption mechanism as per the DoPT (Department of Personnel and Training) guidelines. The process involves:

1. Screening of Bio-data: Verification of the prescribed Annexure-II bio-data form and career profile.
2. APAR Dossier Review: Assessment of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
3. Vigilance & Integrity Verification: Vigilance Clearance Certificate and Integrity Certificate from the respective department must accompany the application.
4. Penalty Record Check: Details of any major or minor penalties in the last 10 years are examined.
5. Eligibility Verification by Selection Committee: Final approval by the competent authority and selection committee.

No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the selection process.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the proper channel within 45 days from the date of publication in 'Employment News'. The last date for receipt of completed applications is 07 November 2026.

Eligible officers may also send an advance copy of the application via email to [email protected] or by post to:

SP(Adm), NIA HQ,
Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road,
New Delhi – 110003

Required Enclosures with Application

• Bio-data in the prescribed Proforma (Annexure-II) duly filled and countersigned by the competent authority.
• Supporting certificates/documents for all claimed educational qualifications and experience.
• Photocopies of APAR dossiers (2021-22 to 2025-26), duly attested, along with non-reporting/initiation certificate for any broken period.
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate and Integrity Certificate issued by the respective department.
• Details of major and minor penalties imposed on the officer during the last 10 years.
• Copy of relevant service records and pay level proof from the parent cadre.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for receipt of applications for NIA Deputation Recruitment 2026?

The last date for receipt of completed applications for the 14 Addl. SP and Dy. SP posts at NIA is 07 November 2026. Applications must reach through the proper channel within 45 days from the date of publication in 'Employment News'.

Where should the application be sent for NIA Addl. SP / Dy. SP deputation posts?

Applications should be sent to SP(Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003. An advance copy may also be emailed to [email protected].

Is there an application fee for NIA Deputation Recruitment 2026?

The official notification does not specify any application fee for these deputation-based posts. Since this is a deputation recruitment for serving government officers, no fee details have been mentioned.

What is the employment nature of the Addl. SP and Dy. SP posts at NIA?

These 14 posts are on a deputation or absorption basis. Selected officers will be posted from their parent cadre to NIA on deputation for a fixed tenure, with the possibility of subsequent absorption into NIA as per DoPT guidelines. These are not direct fresh recruitment posts.

What is the salary for NIA Additional SP and Dy. SP posts?

Additional Superintendent of Police: Pay Matrix Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700). Deputy Superintendent of Police: Pay Matrix Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500). The officers continue to receive their pay and allowances as per the applicable pay matrix with applicable deputation allowance if any.

What is the maximum age limit for NIA deputation posts?

The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications (07 November 2026).