- Recruitment Name: National Informatics Centre (NIC) Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- Organization: National Informatics Centre, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India
- Post Name: Scientist B (Group-A S&T Gazetted)
- Advt No.: NIC/SCB/2026/1
- Pay Scale: Level-10 Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500
- Total Vacancies: 243 Posts
- Mode: Online
- Start Date of Apply Online: 27 March 2026
- Last Date of Apply Online: 24 April 2026
- Location: Anywhere in India and outside India in the interest of the Organisation
- Official Website: Click Here
Short Information: The National Informatics Centre, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India has published an Notification for post of the Scientist B (Group-A S&T Gazetted) (Computer Sciences & IT, Electronics and Communication, Data Science and AI) Vacancy. Details & completed all eligibility criteria can read the notification & Apply Online through Official Website From 27/03/2026 to 24/04/2026.
✵Job Details – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- Computer Sciences & IT: 168
- Electronics and Communication:25
- Data Science and AI: 50
✵Education – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- Computer Sciences & IT: Bachelor Degree in Engineering/ Technology OR B-Level (DOEACC) OR AMIE/ AMIETE OR Master Degree in Science (MSc)/ Computer Application/ Engineering/ Technology/ MPhil in the fields of Electronics, Computer Sciences, IT, Software Systems, Information Technology, Informatics, Computer Management, Cyber Law etc. + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code CS.
- Electronics and Communication: Bachelor Degree in Engineering/ Technology OR equivalent in Electronics and Communication Engineering + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code EC.
- Data Science and AI: Bachelor Degree in Engineering/ Technology OR Master Degree in Science/ Computer Application/ Engineering/ Technology in relevant fields + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code DA. Age Limit: Maximum 30 years for UR/EWS candidates as on 31/03/2026.
✵Age Limit (As on 31.03.2026) – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Relaxation: SC/ ST 35 years, OBC(NCL) 33 years, PwBD and other categories as per Government of India rules.
✵Application Fee – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- For SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Women Candidates: Nil
- For UR/ OBC(NCL)/ EWS Candidates: Rs.800/- per discipline
- Note:- Candidates applying for more than one discipline must pay Rs. 800/- for each discipline. Fee is to be paid online only. Bank charges, if any, will be borne by the candidate. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
✵Salary & Benefits – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- Selected candidates under NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 will be appointed on permanent Group-A Gazetted posts in Level-10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix (Rs.56,100 - 1,77,500) along with applicable allowances.
✵Selection Process – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
The NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of shortlisting based on valid GATE score followed by Document Verification and Personal Interaction/Interview.- Stage 1 - Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted discipline-wise and category-wise in the ratio of 1:5 on the basis of GATE 2024/2025/2026 score. All candidates with the same GATE score will be called.
- Stage 2 - Document Verification & Personal Interaction/ Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification. Only those found eligible will appear for Personal Interaction/ Interview (maximum 50 marks). Minimum qualifying marks: 50% (UR) / 40% (reserved categories).
- Final Merit: Final selection will be based on 60% weightage of GATE score + 40% weightage of marks in Personal Interaction/Interview, prepared discipline-wise and category-wise.
✵Important Dates – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
- Start date for NIC Scientist B online application: 27 March 2026
- Last date to submit NIC Scientist B online application: 24 April 2026 (05:30 PM)
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility: 31 March 2026
✵How to Apply?
Interested and Eligible Candidates must complete the online application through the NIC recruitment portal https://recruitment.nic.in
- Step 1 - Registration: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Step 2 - Fill Application Form & Upload Documents: Enter all required details and upload scanned photograph, signature and self-attested documents (GATE scorecard, educational certificates, category certificate, etc.).
- Step 3 - Payment of Fee (if applicable): Pay Rs.800/- online (UR/OBC/EWS).
- Step 4 - Download Confirmation Page: Take printout of the submitted application and keep it safe for future reference.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Short Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Follow Channel: Click Here
- Join Telegram: Click Here
Join WhatsApp Group: Click Here
Best Useful Android Apps by Google:
- Read Along by Google Android App: Click Here
