National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India has invited online applications for direct recruitment to 243 posts of Scientist ‘B’ in various disciplines on Group-A Gazetted basis.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, category, reservation, and other criteria. The NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 online registration process starts from 27th March 2026 and closes on 24th April 2026.
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Scientist ‘B’ (Computer Sciences & IT / Electronics & Communication / Data Science & AI) |
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| Total Vacancies |
243 Posts |
| Age Limit |
30 years (UR/EWS) as on 31/03/2026 with applicable relaxations |
| Pay Scale |
Level-10 : ₹56,100 – 1,77,500 (7th CPC) |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc / M.E./M.Tech in relevant discipline + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score |
| Application Fee |
₹800 (UR/OBC/EWS) | Nil (SC/ST/PwBD/Women) |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting on GATE score (1:5 ratio) + Document Verification + Interview/Interaction |
| Job Location |
Anywhere in India or Abroad |
| Last Date |
24 April 2026 |
✅ NIC Scientist B Vacancy 2026 List:
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Discipline |
No. of Vacancies |
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Scientist B (Computer Sciences & IT) |
168 |
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Scientist B (Electronics and Communication) |
25 |
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Scientist B (Data Science and AI) |
50 |
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Total = 243 Posts |
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✅ NIC Scientist B 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Discipline |
Age Limit (as on 31.03.2026) |
Essential Qualification |
GATE Paper Code |
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Computer Sciences & IT |
30 years (UR/EWS) with relaxation |
B.E./B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc / M.E./M.Tech or equivalent in relevant field |
CS (GATE 2024/2025/2026) |
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Electronics and Communication |
30 years (UR/EWS) with relaxation |
B.E./B.Tech / M.E./M.Tech or equivalent in relevant field |
EC (GATE 2024/2025/2026) |
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Data Science and AI |
30 years (UR/EWS) with relaxation |
B.E./B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc / M.E./M.Tech or equivalent in relevant field |
DA (GATE 2024/2025/2026) |
✅ NIC Scientist B 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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Shortlisting on valid GATE score (ratio 1:5)
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Document Verification
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Personal Interaction / Interview
✅ NIC Scientist B 2026 Application Fee:
- ₹800/- for UR / OBC(NCL) / EWS candidates
- Nil for SC / ST / PwBD / Women candidates
- Payment Mode: Online only
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening Date for Online Applications |
27 March 2026 |
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Closing Date for Online Applications |
24 April 2026 |
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Cut-off date for eligibility |
31 March 2026 |
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Document Verification & Interview Schedule |
Will be announced on NIC website |
✅ Important Links:
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NIC Scientist B Detailed Notification PDF |
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NIC Scientist B Apply Online Link |
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✅ How to Apply NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official NIC recruitment portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit https://recruitment.nic.in and register using valid email and mobile number.
➢ Step 2: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, GATE details and category information.
➢ Step 3: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational certificates, GATE scorecard and other required documents.
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
➢ Step 5: Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
243 posts (168 Computer Sciences & IT + 25 Electronics & Communication + 50 Data Science & AI).
What is the pay scale for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
Level-10 : ₹56,100 – 1,77,500 (7th CPC).
What is the last date to apply for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
24 April 2026.
Is GATE score mandatory for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
Yes, valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in CS/EC/DA is mandatory.
What is the application fee for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
₹800 (UR/OBC/EWS) | Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women.
What is the selection process for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting on GATE score + Document Verification + Interview/Interaction.
