🇮🇳 NIC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 243 Scientist B Posts at the National Informatics Centre
The National Informatics Centre (NIC)—a key technology arm under the Ministry of Electronics and Information technology, government of India—has announced a major recruitment drive for 243 Scientist‑B (Group‑A Gazetted) vacancies in 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for engineering and technology graduates to join a central government organisation that drives e‑Governance and wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital transformation projects across the country.📅 Important DatesEventDateOnline application Start27 march 2026Last Date to Apply24 april 2026 (5:30 PM)Eligibility Cut‑off Date31 march 2026Applications are open only online through the official NIC recruitment portal.🧑💻 Vacancy Details (243 Posts)NIC has announced vacancies across three technical domains:· Computer Science & IT: 168 posts· Electronics & Communication: 25 posts· Data Science & Artificial Intelligence: 50 posts➡️ Total: 243 Scientist‑B postsThese roles support India’s wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital initiatives, including development of government software, infrastructure, secure networks, data systems, and e‑governance applications.🎓 Eligibility Criteria✅ Educational QualificationsCandidates must have a relevant engineering/technology degree or equivalent in fields such as:· B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Communication, etc.· Master’s degrees such as M.Sc, MCA, M.Tech/ME, M.Phil in related subjects.· AMIE/DOEACC B‑Level qualifications in specified fields are also accepted.✅ Valid GATE ScoreApplicants must have a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026 in these papers:· CS (Computer Science & Information Technology)· EC (Electronics & Communication Engineering)· DA (Data Science & Artificial Intelligence)🧑🦽 Age Limit (as on 31 Mar 2026)· Unreserved/EWS: Up to 30 years· OBC (NCL): Up to 33 years· SC/ST: Up to 35 years· PwBD: Relaxations as per rules
(Exact age relaxations are provided in the official notification.)💸 Pay Scale & job BenefitsSelected candidates will be appointed as Scientist‑B (Group‑A Gazetted) with the following pay:🪙 Pay Level‑10 (7th CPC)
✔️ ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month
✔️ Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits as per central government rules.
The post includes all‑India service liability and opportunities for national project assignments.📋 Selection ProcessThe selection consists of the following stages:1. Shortlisting based on GATE score (in the relevant discipline)2. Document Verification3. Personal Interaction/Interview🧠 Final merit is generally prepared with weightage given to both GATE score and interview performance.🧑💻 How to Apply1. Visit the official NIC recruitment portal: recruitment.nic.in2. Complete registration with your email/mobile number3. Fill in the application form and upload required documents4. Upload your GATE scorecard and other certificates5. Pay the application fee (if applicable)6. Submit the form and take a printout for records📌 Application Fee· UR/OBC/EWS: ₹800 per discipline· SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No fee
Payments must be made online; offline payments are not accepted.🧠 Why This job Is a Great Opportunity· Government Gazetted Position: Prestige and stability· Strong Central Pay Scale: Competitive salary with allowances· Career Growth: Scope for promotions and cross‑discipline postings· Work on wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital india Initiatives: Contribute to national e‑governance systems· Merit‑Driven Selection: Based on GATE scores and interview performanceThis recruitment is ideal for fresh engineering graduates and postgraduate candidates with strong technical knowledge and a valid GATE score.✔️ Note: Always read the official NIC notification (Advt. No. NIC/SCB/2026/1) carefully before applying to understand discipline‑wise eligibility, reservation details, and instructions. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
(Exact age relaxations are provided in the official notification.)💸 Pay Scale & job BenefitsSelected candidates will be appointed as Scientist‑B (Group‑A Gazetted) with the following pay:🪙 Pay Level‑10 (7th CPC)
✔️ ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month
✔️ Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits as per central government rules.
The post includes all‑India service liability and opportunities for national project assignments.📋 Selection ProcessThe selection consists of the following stages:1. Shortlisting based on GATE score (in the relevant discipline)2. Document Verification3. Personal Interaction/Interview🧠 Final merit is generally prepared with weightage given to both GATE score and interview performance.🧑💻 How to Apply1. Visit the official NIC recruitment portal: recruitment.nic.in2. Complete registration with your email/mobile number3. Fill in the application form and upload required documents4. Upload your GATE scorecard and other certificates5. Pay the application fee (if applicable)6. Submit the form and take a printout for records📌 Application Fee· UR/OBC/EWS: ₹800 per discipline· SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No fee
Payments must be made online; offline payments are not accepted.🧠 Why This job Is a Great Opportunity· Government Gazetted Position: Prestige and stability· Strong Central Pay Scale: Competitive salary with allowances· Career Growth: Scope for promotions and cross‑discipline postings· Work on wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital india Initiatives: Contribute to national e‑governance systems· Merit‑Driven Selection: Based on GATE scores and interview performanceThis recruitment is ideal for fresh engineering graduates and postgraduate candidates with strong technical knowledge and a valid GATE score.✔️ Note: Always read the official NIC notification (Advt. No. NIC/SCB/2026/1) carefully before applying to understand discipline‑wise eligibility, reservation details, and instructions. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.