NIC Scientist C & Scientist D Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
The National Informatics Centre (NIC), under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has officially released the NIC Scientist C & Scientist D Recruitment 2026 notification for 153 Scientific & Technical posts.
The online application process started on 8th April 2026 and will remain open until 30th April 2026 (5:30 PM). This recruitment offers a prestigious opportunity for candidates seeking Central Government Group ‘A’ Gazetted positions in technical domains.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Informatics Centre (NIC), MeitY |
| Post Name | Scientist-C & Scientist-D |
| Total Vacancies | 153 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | As per Government of India norms |
| Salary / Pay Level | Level 11 & Level 12 |
| Official Website | recruitment.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 8th April 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 8th April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30th April 2026 (5:30 PM) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Others | Rs. 800/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Scientist-C | 35 Years |
| Scientist-D | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC / PwBD | As per Central Government rules |
Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any of the following in relevant fields such as Computer Science, Electronics, IT, Physics, Mathematics, etc.:
- B.E./B.Tech
- M.Sc.
- MCA
- M.E./M.Tech / M.Phil
- DOEACC ‘B’ Level / AMIE / GIETE
Experience Requirement
| Post | Experience |
|---|---|
| Scientist-C | Minimum 4 years |
| Scientist-D | Minimum 8 years |
Note:
Candidates with M.E./M.Tech or M.Phil get 2 years relaxation in experience.
(Desirable for Scientist-D: PhD)
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scientist-D | 12 |
| Scientist-C | 141 |
| Total | 153 |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Screening Test (Online MCQ)
- 150 questions
- Subjects: Reasoning, Mathematics, English, Aptitude, Attitude, Leadership
- Qualifying Marks: 60% (relaxable)
- Evaluation of Academic Records (120 Marks)
- Academic performance
- Experience
- Publications
- PhD
- Personal Interaction / Interview (30 Marks)
Final merit will be based on a total of 150 marks.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist-C | Level 11 | Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700 |
| Scientist-D | Level 12 | Rs. 78,800 – 2,09,200 |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official NIC recruitment website: recruitment.nic.in
- Click on “Scientist-C & Scientist-D Recruitment 2026”
- Register with basic details
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Preview and submit the form
- Take a printout for future reference
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Required Documents
- Passport size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Experience certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – NIC Scientist Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NIC Scientist Recruitment 2026?
30th April 2026 (5:30 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are available in NIC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 153 vacancies.
Q3. What is the eligibility for NIC Scientist-C 2026?
B.E./B.Tech, M.Sc., MCA or equivalent with 4 years of experience.
Q4. What is the eligibility for NIC Scientist-D 2026?
Same qualifications with 8 years of experience.
Q5. What is the application fee for NIC Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 800 for General; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women.
Q6. What is the selection process for NIC Scientist 2026?
Screening Test → Academic Evaluation → Interview.
Disclaimer
Details are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before applying.
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