NIC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 243 Scientist-B Posts Check eligibility, important dates, application process, please refer bellow given Notification Last Date to Apply 24-04-2026
National Informatics Centre (NIC) was established in 1976 and has since emerged as a “prime builder” of e-Government / e-Governance applications up to the grassroots level as well as a promoter of digital opportunities for sustainable development. NIC has been instrumental in steering e-Government/e-Governance applications in government Ministries/Departments at the Centre.
NIC Recruitment 2026 Important Details
| Employer Name | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Type Of Employer | Government of India Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology |
| Post Name | Scientist-B Posts |
| No Of Vacancies | 193 Nos |
| Opening Date for On-Line Applications | 27/03/2026 |
| Closing Date for On-Line Applications | 24/04/2026 |
NIC Recruitment Vacancies and Reservation
| Discipline | Computer Sciences & IT | ||||
| UR | SC | ST | OBC(NCL) | EWS | Total |
| 70 | 25 | 12 | 45 | 16 | 168 |
| a. Locomotive disability (OA, OL, BL,OAL) – 3 Including leprosy cured, dwarfism acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy b. Hard of Hearing (HH)- 2 c. Multiple Disabilities (MD) from amongst (a) to (b) except deaf-blindness – 3* | |||||
| Discipline | Electronics and Communication | ||||
| UR | SC | ST | OBC(NCL) | EWS | Total |
| 13 | 03 | 01 | 06 | 02 | 25 |
| a. Hard of Hearing (HH) – 1 | |||||
| Discipline | Data Science and AI | ||||
| UR | SC | ST | OBC(NCL) | EWS | Total |
| 22 | 07 | 03 | 13 | 05 | 50 |
| a. Locomotive disability (OA, OL, BL,OAL) – 1 Including leprosy cured, dwarfism acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy b. Multiple Disabilities (MD) from amongst (a) to (b) except deaf-blindness – 1 | |||||
Essential Educational Qualification
| Discipline | Essential Qualification |
| Computer Sciences & IT | Bachelor Degree in Engineering OR Bachelor in Technology OR Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Courses B-level OR Associate Member of Institute of Engineers OR Graduate Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers OR Master Degree in Science (MSc) OR Master Degree in Computer Application OR Master Degree in Engineering Technology (ME M.Tech) OR Master Degree in Philosophy (M Phil) In the below mentioned Fields (single or in combination): Electronics, Electronics and Communication OR Computer Sciences OR Communication OR Computer and Networking Security OR Computer Application OR Software System OR Information Technology OR Information Technology Management OR Informatics OR Computer Management OR Cyber law OR Electronics and Instrumentation |
| Electronics and Communication | |
| Data Science and AI |
Place of Posting
The person selected may be posted anywhere in India and outside India in the interest of the Organization.
Application Fees
| Category | Applicaiton Fees |
| SC/ST/ PwBD/ Women candidates | Nil |
| UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs.800/- |
Selection Process
Only those candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria mentioned at point 3 and have registered their application on the portal of NIC shall be considered for further selection process in NIC.
Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for interview/interaction, on the basis of GATE Score in the ratio of 1:5 subject to their availability in order of discipline-wise and category-wise merit list. If there are more than one candidate with the same GATE Score (while shortlisting for interaction/interview),then all the candidates with the same Score will be shortlisted and called for interaction/interview irrespective of the ratio stated above.
How To Apply Scientist-B Post
| Please refer National Informatics Centre (NIC) Recruitment Notification | Click Here Notification |
| Apply Now | Click Here Apply |
| Please Visit Career Page | Click Here Career Page |
NIC Scientist-B Recruitment 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the total number of vacancies for NIC Scientist-B in 2026?
As per the official notification (Advt No: NIC/SCB/2026/1), there are a total of 243 vacancies. These are distributed across Computer Science (168), Electronics (25), and Data Science & AI (50).
2. Is a GATE score mandatory for NIC Scientist-B Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Selection is based on a valid GATE score from the years 2024, 2025, or 2026. Candidates must have appeared in the relevant GATE paper (CS, EC, or DA) corresponding to their discipline.
3. What is the last date to apply for NIC Recruitment 2026?
The online application process started on March 27, 2026, and the closing date for submission and fee payment is April 24, 2026.
4. What is the upper age limit for the Scientist-B post?
The maximum age limit as of March 31, 2026, is:
UR / EWS: 30 Years
OBC (NCL): 33 Years
SC / ST: 35 Years
PwBD: 40 Years (with further relaxations for SC/ST/OBC PwBD)
5. What is the application fee for different categories?
General / OBC / EWS: ₹800
SC / ST / PwBD / Women: Nil (Exempted)
6. Are final-year students eligible to apply?
No. Candidates must possess the essential educational qualification (B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc/MCA) by the cut-off date, which is March 31, 2026.
7. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
The selection is a two-stage process:
Shortlisting: Based on valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores.
Interview: Personal Interaction/Interview for shortlisted candidates.
Final Merit: Prepared using a 60% weightage for GATE scores and 40% weightage for the interview.
8. What is the salary of an NIC Scientist-B?
The post is a Group-A (Gazetted) position at Pay Level-10 of the 7th CPC. The pay scale is ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500, plus applicable central government allowances.
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