NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 (243 Posts) – Notification PDF, Online Form

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)

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:

Discipline

No. of Vacancies

Scientist B (Computer Sciences & IT)

168

Scientist B (Electronics and Communication)

25

Scientist B (Data Science and AI)

50

Total = 243 Posts

NIC Scientist B 2026 Eligibility Criteria:

Discipline

Age Limit (as on 31.03.2026)

Essential Qualification

GATE Paper Code

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)

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)

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:-

  • Shortlisting on valid GATE score (ratio 1:5)
  • Document Verification
  • 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:

Opening Date for Online Applications

27 March 2026

Closing Date for Online Applications

24 April 2026

Cut-off date for eligibility

31 March 2026

Document Verification & Interview Schedule

Will be announced on NIC website

Important Links:

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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.

NIC Scientist B 2026


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.

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