NIC Recruitment 2026: National Informatics Centre (NIC) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has published Detailed Advertisement No. NIC/SC-C&D/2026/3. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates possessing the requisite qualifications and experience for filling up 153 Scientific & Technical Posts in the grades of Scientist-D and Scientist-C on a direct recruitment basis.

Vacancy Details & Pay Scale

A total of 153 vacancies have been announced. The post-wise distribution and applicable 7th CPC Pay Levels are as follows:

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 08th April 2026

• Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment: 30th April 2026 (5:30 P.M.)

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit (As on 21.11.2022*):
*Note: The official notification specifies 21.11.2022 as the crucial date for age and experience calculation for this specific recruitment drive.

• Scientist - C: Upper age limit not exceeding 35 Years.

• Scientist - D: Upper age limit not exceeding 40 Years.

• Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 Years), OBC-NCL (3 Years), PwBD (10 Years), and other relaxations as per Central Govt. rules.

2. Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering/Technology OR DOEACC B-Level OR AMIE OR Grad IETE OR Master''s Degree in Science (M.Sc) OR Master Degree in Computer Application (MCA) OR Master''s Degree in Engineering/Technology (M.E/M.Tech) OR M.Phil in relevant fields.

• Relevant Fields include: Physics, Electronics, Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Cyber Law, Bio-informatics, Mathematics, Statistics, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Industrial Electronics, etc.

3. Minimum Relevant Experience:

• Scientist - C: Minimum 4 Years of experience in Research or Development in Industrial/Academic Institutions or Science & Technology organizations.

• Scientist - D: Minimum 8 Years of experience in relevant fields.

• Note: For candidates having a Master''s Degree in Engineering/Technology (M.E/M.Tech) or M.Phil, a two-year relaxation in the above experience shall be applicable.

Application Fee

Selection Process

The direct recruitment to the posts of Scientist-C and Scientist-D would be done through a three-stage process:

1. Online Screening Test: An objective-type test consisting of 150 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) to be answered in 3 hours. It tests Reasoning, Basic Mathematics, English, Aptitude, Attitude, and Leadership Quality. Minimum qualifying marks: 60% for UR/EWS and 50%/40% for reserved categories.

2. Evaluation of Academic Records: Candidates qualifying the screening test (in a 1:6 ratio) will have their applications evaluated by a screening evaluation committee. Marks will be awarded for academic performance, GATE score, experience, and publications.

3. Personal Interaction / Interview: Shortlisted candidates (in a 1:3 ratio) based on academic evaluation will be called for an interview (Maximum 30 marks). Final merit list is prepared based on evaluation marks (120 max) and interview marks (30 max).

How to Apply

• Candidates are required to apply ONLINE through the official recruitment portal: https://recruitment.nic.in/.

• The application window is open from 08.04.2026 to 30.04.2026 (5:30 P.M).

• Complete the Registration and carefully fill out the Application Form.

• Upload all necessary scanned documents (Photograph, Signature, Age Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, Salary Proofs, Publications, etc.) in the specified format and size.

• Pay the application fee online (if applicable).

• Submit the application and download the Confirmation Page for future reference.