NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 243 Posts

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026: Apply for National Informatics Centre, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India Scientist B (Group-A S&T Gazetted) Recruitment 2026 Online Form. Are you looking for Job in NIC? If yes, then read this page. Because on this article we are providing you details for NIC Scientist B (Group-A S&T Gazetted) Vacancy 2026. NIC has released a notification for Scientist B posts. So, eligible candidates may fill NIC Scientist B Notification 2026 Online Form for vacant positions. As per the notice, candidates may apply NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026. The online application opens From 27/03/2026 to 24/04/2026 Through Official Website @recruitment.nic.in. NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 243 Posts.

NIC Scientist B Recruitment Notification 2026 Pdf

Are you also waiting for National Informatics Centre, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India Scientist B (Group-A S&T Gazetted) Recruitment 2026 Notification? If yes, then now you can apply your form. Because today the National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released the notification for the Scientist B Post. For more news and updates recruitment, read the section given below. This is a big opportunity for candidates who are seeking Job in National Informatics Centre. Because the Recruitment notification is released for waiting candidates. Also, on this page, check the complete details of National Informatics Centre (NIC) Scientist B Post, like the starting date of the application form, eligibility details, Fee & Pay Scale, etc.  

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Application Fee

Age Limit as on 31/03/2026

Category-wise Upper age limit not exceeding (in years)

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Salary

• Selected candidates under NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 will be appointed on permanent Group-A Gazetted posts in Level-10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500) along with applicable allowances.

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Valid Score in the GATE 2024/2025/2026 in the following test paper:

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Educational 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, Computer Sciences, Communication, Computer and Networking Security, Computer Application, Software System, Information Technology, Information Technology Management, Informatics, Computer Management, Cyber law, Electronics and Instrumentation.

Corresponding GATE Paper Code:

• Computer Science and Information Technology (GATE Paper Code : CS)
• Note: Must Possess VALID GATE score (i,e, GATE- 2024 or 2025 or 2026) in the Paper Code – CS.

Electronics and Communication:

• 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, Computer Sciences, Communication, Computer and Networking Security, Computer Application, Software System, Information Technology, Information Technology Management, Informatics, Computer Management, Cyber law, Electronics and Instrumentation.

Corresponding GATE Paper Code:

• Electronics and Communication Engineering (GATE Paper Code : EC) Note: Must Possess VALID GATE score (i,e, GATE- 2024 or 2025 or 2026) in the Paper Code – EC.

Data Science and AI:

• 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, Computer Sciences, Communication, Computer and Networking Security, Computer Application, Software System, Information Technology, Information Technology Management, Informatics, Computer Management, Cyber law, Electronics and Instrumentation.

Corresponding GATE Paper Code:

• Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GATE Paper Code : DA)
• Note: Must Possess VALID GATE score (i,e, GATE- 2024 or 2025 or 2026) in the Paper Code – DA

• The candidate should have obtained the essential qualification on the cut-off date i.e. 31/03/2026.
• No claim of possession of a qualification equivalent to the prescribed qualification in Table-IV shall be entertained.

Experience:

• No Experience Required

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• The NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of shortlisting based on valid GATE score followed by Document Verification and Personal Interaction/Interview.
• Stage 1 – Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted discipline-wise and category-wise in the ratio of 1:5 on the basis of GATE 2024/2025/2026 score. All candidates with the same GATE score will be called.
• Stage 2 – Document Verification & Personal Interaction/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification. Only those found eligible will appear for Personal Interaction/Interview (maximum 50 marks). Minimum qualifying marks: 50% (UR) / 40% (reserved categories).
• Final Merit: Final selection will be based on 60% weightage of GATE score + 40% weightage of marks in Personal Interaction/Interview, prepared discipline-wise and category-wise.

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Applications which are not in conformity with the requirement indicated in the advertisement, are liable to be rejected.
• Candidates at the time of interaction/interview shall bring the downloaded Interview Call Letter, Originals documents as stated at point 7 alongwith one recent passport size colour photograph, failing which they will not be allowed to appear in the interaction/interview.
• Final Selection of candidates for appointment to the above advertised post will be based on meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria, GATE Score and the proformance in the interaction/interview.
• If at any point of time it is found that the information furnished by the candidate was incorrect in any respect or forged /fabricated documents were presented by any candidate, his/her candidature will be cancelled and in case the candidate has already joined the post, his services shall be summarily terminated.
• The candidates should upload only relevant documents.
• It should be kept in view that uploading of irrelevant documents may lead to disqualification of the candidature/rejection of the application Form.
• Non-submission of the documents as stated at Checklist.
• may lead to cancellation/rejection of the Application Form.
• Candidates shall have eligibility qualification complete in all respects by cut-off date.
• Qualifications obtained through Open Universities/Distance Education mode that are approved by Distance Education Council and wherever necessary, by AICTE, are recognized for the purpose of employment under Central Government vide Gazette Notification No. 44 dated 1st March 1995 alone shall be considered as eligible.
• Before final submission of the on-line Application Form, the candidates must go through the same carefully.
• It shall be noted that Incomplete / Incorrect application form will be summarily rejected.
• After submitting the ONLINE Application Form, the candidates are advised to download the Confirmation Page and the Application Number should be referred to in all future correspondence with NIC at helpdesk-nic@nic.in in connection with this recruitment process.
• Candidates working with Central Govt./ State Govt./PSU/Autonomous bodies have to furnish ‘NOC’ from the authority concerned.
• The ‘NOC’ should also confirm that no disciplinary/Vigilance case is either pending or contemplated.
• Withdrawal of candidature on account of non-furnishing of any information will not confer any right to carry forward or retain the candidature for future recruitment.
• Any request for change of Address or Email ID or Mobile number after submission of the application form will not be entertained.
• Also no change in particulars shall be permitted and the particulars furnished by the applicant in the online application form will be taken as final.

How To Apply NIC Scientist B Online Form 2026?

• Before applying, candidates are advised to go through this advertisement carefully in detail to determine their eligibility as per laid down criteria for the post.
• The admission at any stage of the recruitment will be purely provisional, subject to satisfying the prescribed eligibility conditions.
• Candidates are requested to apply only by ONLINE at https://recruitment.nic.in between 27/03/2026 to 24/04/2026 (5:30 p.m).
• No other means/mode of application will be accepted. Candidates are required to have valid E-mail Id and active Mobile Number.
• The procedure/steps for filling up of applications online is briefed as under.
• The complete Application can be submitted in following 4 steps:
• STEP 1: Registration
• STEP 2: Fill online Application Form & uploading documents.
• STEP 3: Payment of application fee online (if applicable, see section 5.2 for details)
• STEP 4: Download Confirmation Page.
• Note: Candidates are advised to fill up the online application form very carefully, as no change in name / category / address / mobile number / email ID etc. will be permissible after submitting the application.
• The application shall be treated as complete only if all the four mandatory steps (Step 1, Step2, Step 3 (if applicable) and Step 4) are completed successfully.
• In case, candidate is not able to submit fee by closing date and time, or the application is otherwise incomplete, his/her candidature will summarily be rejected and no further query or complaint will be entertained in this regard.
• Applicant can view the Application details from the “Already Registered Candidate” option available on the home page by logging with correct login credentials i.e.
• Application number and Password created. Applicant is required to make sure that ‘Steps for filling up Application Form are completed in all respect to download the Confirmation Page’ otherwise application will be treated as incomplete and summarily rejected and no further query or complaint will be entertained in this regard.

NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Important Links

Disclaimer: Any information regarding examination forms, results/scores, answer keys published on this website is provided for the immediate information of the examinees only and should not be considered as a legal document. While the Class24 job news team has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided including the official links, we are not responsible for any inadvertent error that may appear in the examination results/grades, answer keys or admission schedule/dates. Also, we accept no liability for any loss or damage caused by any deficiency, defect or inaccuracy in the information available on this website. Please contact us through the Contact Us page if you require any correction.