NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026
300 Computer Science & IT + 26 Electronics & Communication + 50 Data Science & AI Posts
National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, has invited online applications for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A on a direct recruitment basis. The post is a Group-B S&T (Non-Gazetted) post in Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, with pay scale ₹35,400–₹1,12,400. Merit will be prepared on the basis of valid GATE scores of 2024, 2025 or 2026. fileciteturn0file0L23-L26
NIC Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Post | Scientific/Technical Assistant-A |
| Advertisement No. | NIC/STA/2026/2 |
| Total Posts | 376 |
| Pay Level | Level 6, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
| Selection | GATE Score + Document Verification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026, 05:30 PM |
The total of 376 posts is obtained from the three discipline-wise vacancy figures in the notification: 300 + 26 + 50. fileciteturn0file0L38-L57 fileciteturn0file0L68-L106
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & Information Technology | 300 | 122 | 45 | 22 | 81 | 30 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 26 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 2 |
| Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 50 | 22 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 |
NIC states that the advertised vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease at its discretion. PwBD horizontal reservations are also specified in the advertisement. fileciteturn0file0L53-L66 fileciteturn0file0L84-L106
GATE Eligibility
- Computer Sciences & Information Technology: Valid GATE CS score in 2024/2025/2026.
- Electronics & Communication Engineering: Valid GATE EC score in 2024/2025/2026.
- Data Science & Artificial Intelligence: Valid GATE DA score in 2024/2025/2026.
Equal weightage will be given to GATE 2024, 2025 and 2026 scores. A candidate must submit the best eligible GATE score in the discipline applied for. fileciteturn0file0L110-L116 fileciteturn0file0L276-L282
Educational Qualification
For Computer Sciences & Information Technology: M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in the specified fields including Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Sciences, Computer and Networking Security, Software System, Information Technology and Informatics, along with a valid GATE CS score.
For ECE: Electronics and Communication Engineering qualification with valid GATE EC score.
For Data Science & AI: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence qualification with valid GATE DA score.
No experience is required. The prescribed qualification must be obtained by the closing date. fileciteturn0file0L117-L157
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 30 September 2026. The upper age limit is 30 years for UR/EWS, 35 years for SC/ST, and 33 years for OBC (NCL). Other relaxations, including PwBD, service candidates and ex-servicemen, are provided as per the notification/Government rules. fileciteturn0file0L162-L205
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
- UR/OBC (NCL)/EWS: ₹800
- Candidates applying for more than one discipline have to pay ₹800 for every discipline.
The fee is payable online and is non-refundable. fileciteturn0file0L261-L271
Selection Process
- Online registration and application.
- Discipline-wise/category-wise merit list based on GATE score.
- Shortlisting according to vacancies.
- Document Verification.
- Provisional appointment for candidates found eligible after verification.
In case of a tie in GATE score, the notification provides successive tie-breaking criteria based on the older GATE year, older age and higher percentage in the essential qualification. fileciteturn0file0L276-L303
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the photograph, signature and relevant certificates ready before applying. The checklist includes date-of-birth proof, matriculation and senior-secondary certificates, valid GATE score card, essential qualification certificate and marksheets, CGPA conversion certificate where applicable, category/PwBD/EWS certificates where applicable, NOC/age-relaxation documents where applicable. fileciteturn0file0L241-L260
How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates must apply online through the NIC recruitment portal. The application consists of four mandatory steps:
- Registration
- Fill the online application form and upload documents
- Pay the application fee, if applicable
- Download the Confirmation Page
NIC specifically advises candidates to check the application carefully before final submission because changes in important particulars are not permitted after submission. fileciteturn0file0L208-L238
Important Instructions
- Application closing date and eligibility cut-off date: 30/09/2026.
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India and outside India in the interest of the organization.
- Document Verification may be conducted at Delhi or another location/mode approved by the competent authority.
- Aadhaar-based authentication will be used at every stage.
- Candidates must regularly check the registered email ID/mobile number and NIC recruitment website for updates.
These points are based on the detailed advertisement. fileciteturn0file0L206-L240 fileciteturn0file0L387-L393
If you have a valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in the relevant paper and meet the prescribed qualification and age criteria, read the complete official advertisement carefully before submitting the application.
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