NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 243 Posts Through GATE

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By: Deepak Kumar

On: March 28, 2026

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NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 243 Posts Through GATE

The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has officially released the NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Notification under Advt. No. NIC/SCB/2026/1. This recruitment drive aims to fill 243 Scientist-B (Group-A Gazetted) posts in various technical disciplines.

Candidates with valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores can apply online from 27 March 2026 to 24 April 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for engineering and postgraduate candidates seeking a government job in the IT and e-Governance sector.


Overview Table

Particulars Details
Organization Name National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Post Name Scientist-B
Total Vacancies 243
Application Mode Online
Job Location Anywhere in India and outside India
Salary / Pay Level Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500)
Official Website https://recruitment.nic.in

Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Release Date 27 March 2026
Apply Online Start Date 27 March 2026
Last Date to Apply 24 April 2026 (5:30 PM)
Eligibility Cut-off Date 31 March 2026

Application Fee

Category Fee
General / OBC (NCL) / EWS Rs. 800/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Women Nil

Note: Rs. 800/- per discipline if applying for multiple disciplines.


Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age Relaxation

Category Upper Age Limit
UR / EWS 30 Years
OBC (NCL) 33 Years
SC / ST 35 Years
PwBD (UR) 40 Years
PwBD (OBC-NCL) 43 Years
PwBD (SC/ST) 45 Years

Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification

Discipline Qualification GATE Paper
Computer Science & IT B.E./B.Tech OR M.Sc. OR MCA or equivalent CS
Electronics & Communication B.E./B.Tech in ECE or equivalent EC
Data Science & AI B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in relevant field DA
  • Must have valid GATE score (2024 / 2025 / 2026)

Vacancy Details

Discipline Vacancies
Computer Science & IT 168
Electronics & Communication 25
Data Science & AI 50
Total 243

Selection Process

  1. Shortlisting based on GATE Score (CS/EC/DA)
  2. Personal Interaction / Interview
  3. Final Merit List (GATE + Interview)

Salary / Pay Scale

  • Pay Level: Level 10 (7th CPC)
  • Salary: Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500

How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)

  1. Visit the official website: https://recruitment.nic.in
  2. Click on “Apply Online” for Advt. NIC/SCB/2026/1
  3. Register with basic details
  4. Fill the application form carefully
  5. Upload required documents
  6. Pay application fee (if applicable)
  7. Submit and download confirmation page

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Required Documents

  • Aadhaar Card / ID Proof
  • Educational Certificates
  • GATE Score Card (2024/2025/2026)
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • EWS Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-size Photograph
  • Signature
  • No Objection Certificate (if applicable)

Important Links

Description Link
Apply Online Click Here
Official Notification PDF Click Here
Official Website Click Here

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 24 April 2026 (5:30 PM).

Q2. How many vacancies are available in NIC Scientist B 2026?
A total of 243 vacancies are available.

Q3. What is the selection process for NIC Scientist B 2026?
Selection is based on GATE score and Interview.

Q4. What is the salary of NIC Scientist B 2026?
Salary is Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 (Level 10).

Q5. What qualification is required for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have B.E./B.Tech, M.Sc., or MCA with a valid GATE score.

Q6. What is the application fee for NIC Scientist B 2026?
Rs. 800 for General/OBC/EWS and Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women.


Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Apply only through official website
  • Ensure valid GATE score
  • Upload documents in prescribed format
  • Keep printout of application form

Disclaimer

Details are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before applying.


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I am Deepak Kumar, a passionate job news writer with over 3 years of experience in sharing the latest updates on government and private sector jobs. I love helping job seekers by providing accurate, simple, and timely information about new vacancies, eligibility, salary, and how to apply.

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