NIC Recruitment 2026 for Scientific & Technical Posts in grade of Scientist-D and Scientist-C on direct recruitment basis.

NIC Recruitment 2026 – Scientist‑C & Scientist‑D Vacancies

The National Informatics Centre (NIC), operating under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has issued Advertisement No. NIC/SC‑C&D/2026/3 for the direct recruitment of Scientific and Technical Officers. A total of 153 posts – 12 Scientist‑D and 141 Scientist‑C – are advertised. Selected candidates will work on critical IT infrastructure and e‑governance projects for the Government of India.

Important Dates

Application Fee

Fee can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Age Limit (as on 21‑11‑2022)

Educational Qualification & Experience

How to Apply Online

• Visit the official NIC recruitment portal.
• Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
• Fill in personal, educational and experience details.
• Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, age proof, and certificates.
• Pay the application fee (if applicable).
• Download and save the confirmation page.

Selection Process

• Screening Test (objective MCQ)
• Evaluation of academic records
• Personal Interview

Pay Scale

Scientist‑D: Pay Level‑12 (Rs. 78,800 – 2,09,200). Pay details for Scientist‑C follow the standard NIC pay matrix.

Why Join NIC?

• Opportunity to work on nation‑wide e‑governance projects.
• Competitive salary and allowances.
• Career growth in a premier IT organization of the Government of India.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and large‑scale implementations.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many vacancies are there? A total of 153 posts – 12 Scientist‑D and 141 Scientist‑C.
2. What is the application fee for General category? Rs. 800 (payable online).
3. Are women candidates exempted from the fee? Yes, women candidates pay no fee.
4. What is the age limit for Scientist‑C? Minimum 18 years, maximum 35 years.
5. What experience is required for Scientist‑D? Minimum 8 years in a relevant field.
6. When will the screening test be conducted? The date will be announced later.
7. What documents are needed for online application? Scanned photograph, signature, age proof, and educational certificates.
8. Is there any relaxation in age limit? Yes, as per government rules for reserved categories and PwBD.
9. How can I check the official notification? The notification is available on the NIC recruitment portal.
10. What is the work profile of Scientist‑C? Research, development, implementation, testing, and quality control of IT solutions in e‑governance.

Conclusion

The NIC Scientist‑C & D recruitment 2026 offers a prestigious career path for qualified IT professionals. With clear eligibility criteria, a transparent selection process, and attractive pay scales, it is an excellent opportunity for engineers and technologists seeking to contribute to nation‑building projects. Applicants should ensure they meet the age, qualification, and experience requirements and submit their online applications before 30 April 2026.

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