NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 243 Posts
No. NIC/SCB/2026/1 – 243 Posts
Online Application: 27 March 2026 | Last Date: 24 April 2026
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026: पूरी जानकारी
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. It offers 243 vacancies for Scientist ‘B’ (Group ‘A’, Gazetted) posts.The online application process began on 27 March 2026 To 24 April, 2026. Read the full notification for eligibility, post details, selection procedure, age limit, and salary before applying.
महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
- ऑनलाइन आवेदन शुरू: 27 March 2026
- अंतिम तिथि: 24 April 2026
- Last Date Pay Fees :24 April 2026
आवेदन शुल्क
| वर्ग | शुल्क |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹800/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | ₹0/- |
भुगतान मोड: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
आयु सीमा योग्यता 31/03/2026
- UR/EWS: Not exceeding 30 years
- OBC (NCL): 33 years
- SC/ST: 35 years
- Age Relaxation Extra as Per NIC Scientist B Recruitment Rules.
📊Vacancy Details: Total 40 Posts
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | 168 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC) | 25 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | 50 |
| Grand Total | 243 |
योग्यता
Computer Sciences & IT :-
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering / Technology OR B-Level (DOEACC) OR AMIE / AMIETE OR Master Degree in Science (MSc) / Computer Application / Engineering / Technology / MPhil in the fields of Electronics, Computer Sciences, IT, Software Systems, Information Technology, Informatics, Computer Management, Cyber Law etc. + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code CS.
Electronics and Communication :-
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering / Technology OR equivalent in Electronics and Communication Engineering + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code EC.
Data Science and AI :-
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering / Technology OR Master Degree in Science / Computer Application / Engineering / Technology in relevant fields + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code DA.
चयन प्रक्रिया
- 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.
- 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.
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Salary (वेतन विवरण)
NIC Scientist B पदों के लिए वेतन 7th Pay Commission के अनुसार दिया जाएगा।
- Pay Level: Level – 10
- Basic Pay: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500/- प्रति माह
How to Apply for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
आवेदन प्रक्रिया पूरी तरह से ऑनलाइन है। नीचे दिए गए स्टेप्स को फॉलो करके आप बिना किसी गलती के फॉर्म भर सकते हैं :-
- Visit the official NIC Recruitment portal: https://recruitment.nic.in/
- Look for the Scientist-B 2026 link (Advertisement No. NIC/SCB/2026/1).
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document - Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form - Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
| Link Name | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Join AbhiTime Channel | Cleck Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
Q1. Is there any written exam for NIC Scientist B 2026?
Ans: No separate written exam (CBT) this year.
Shortlisting is primarily based on valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) in CS / EC / DA paper.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for Personal Interview / Document Verification.
Final selection: GATE score (major weightage) + Interview (if conducted).
Q2. Which GATE papers are accepted for NIC Scientist B 2026?
Ans: CS → Computer Science & Information Technology (for Computer Sciences & IT discipline – majority posts)
EC → Electronics & Communication Engineering
DA → Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Q3. Is GATE compulsory for NIC Scientist B 2026?
Ans: Yes, a valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in the relevant paper (CS/EC/DA) is mandatory.
Q4. Can final-year students apply?
Ans: enerally, candidates who have passed the qualifying degree are eligible. Final-year students may be allowed provisionally if they can submit proof of passing before document verification
Q5. What is the last date to apply for NIC Scientist-B Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application form is 24 April 2026 (5:30 PM). Candidates must complete registration, document upload, and fee payment within this deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.
