The NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. This national-level recruitment drive aims to fill 376 vacancies for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-‘A’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted, Scientific & Technical). These posts falls under Pay Level-6 with a salary range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. The selection process for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 will be based on a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026. Applicants holding M.Sc., MS, MCA, B.E., or B.Tech degrees in relevant disciplines are eligible to apply.
NIC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Parent Ministry | Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology |
| Post Name | Scientific/Technical Assistant-‘A’ |
| Advertisement No. | NIC/STA/2026/2 |
| Total Vacancies | 376 |
| Official Website | https://recruitment.nic.in |
Education & GATE Score Requirement
To apply for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 applicants must meet the below given eligibility criteria
- To apply for NIC Scientific/Technical vacancies applicants must have M.Sc. or MS, MCA, B.E. or B.Tech in one or a combination of electronics, electronics and communication, electronics & telecommunication, computer science, computer and networking security, software systems, information technology and Informatics
- Applicants must have a valid GATE Score 2024 / 2025 / 2026 to apply for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant.
- GATE papers are Computer Science and Information Technology (CS), Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC) and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)
Vacancy Distribution for 376 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 154 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 28 |
| OBC (NCL) | 101 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 37 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 18 |
| Total | 376 |
How to Apply Online for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
Step1 > Open the official NIC recruitment website at https://recruitment.nic.in.
Step2 > Click on the advertisement titled “Scientific/Technical Assistant-‘A’” and select the ‘Apply Online’ option
Step3 > Complete the registration and enter personal details, educational qualifications, and GATE score carefully.
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Step4 >Upload required documents including photograph, signature, GATE scorecard, and category certificate.
Step5 > Pay the application fee through online mode and download and print the submitted form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release | Within 10 days of GATE 2026 Result |
| Online Application Start | To be notified |
| Last Date to Apply | To be notified |
| Valid GATE Years | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
Pay Scale and Monthly Earnings
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | 6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Entry Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Approximate Gross Salary | ₹65,000 – ₹70,000 per month |
| Allowance | DA, HRA and TA |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans. A total of 376 vacancies have been notified for Scientific/Technical Assistant-‘A’ posts.
Ans. Yes, a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026 in CS, EC, or DA papers is mandatory for selection.
Ans. The entry basic pay is ₹35,400, and the approximate gross monthly salary ranges between ₹65,000 and ₹70,000 including allowances.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://recruitment.nic.in |
| WhatsApp Group | Click Here |
| Telegram Group | Click Here |
