National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), invites online applications for 153 Scientific & Technical posts, including Scientist-D (12 posts) and Scientist-C (141 posts). The application window is from 08/04/2026 to 30/04/2026. Candidates must possess specific educational qualifications and relevant experience as per the detailed advertisement. The selection process includes a screening test, evaluation of academic records, and an interview.
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📅 Important Dates
- Start: 08/04/2026
- Last Date: 30/04/2026 (5:30 P.M)
- Fee Last Date: 30/04/2026
- Exam:
- Admit Card:
💰 Application Fee
- General/OBC: Rs. 800/- per application per post
- SC/ST: Nil
- Mode: Online payment mode via application software only. Candidates who applied against advertisement no. NIELIT/NIC/2022/2 are exempted from paying application fee.
🎯 Age Limit
- Min:
- Max: 40 years
- As on: 21st November 2022
- Relaxation: Age relaxation applicable for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Ex-servicemen, Other Backward Classes, Orthopedically handicapped and other special categories of persons as per Central Government rules. Relaxation also available for serving Civilian Central Govt. Employees and candidates with highly specialized experience in scientific areas.
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Scientist -D | 12 |
| Scientist-C | 141 |
🎓 Qualification Detail
- Scientist-C: Bachelor Degree in Engineering OR Bachelor Degree in Technology OR Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Course B-Level OR Associate member of Institute of Engineers OR Graduate Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers OR Master’s Degree in Science (MSc) OR Master Degree in Computer Application OR Master’s Degree in Engineering OR Technology (ME or M-Tech) OR Master’s Degree in Philosophy (MPhil) in specified fields (Physics, Applied Physics, Electronics, Computer Sciences, etc.) AND 4 years relevant experience in research or development.
- Scientist-D: Bachelor Degree in Engineering OR Bachelor Degree in Technology OR Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Course B-Level OR Associate member of Institute of Engineers OR Graduate Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers OR Master’s Degree in Science (MSc) OR Master Degree in Computer Application OR Master’s Degree in Engineering OR Technology (ME or M-Tech) OR Master’s Degree in Philosophy (MPhil) in specified fields (Physics, Applied Physics, Electronics, Computer Sciences, etc.) AND 8 years relevant experience in research or development.
🧪 Selection Process
- Screening Test
- Evaluation of academic records
- Personal Interaction / Interview
📑 How to Apply
- Before applying, candidates must carefully read the advertisement to determine eligibility.
- Submit only one application per post.
- Apply ONLINE at https://recruitment.nic.in/.
- The application process involves four steps: Registration, filling online application form and uploading documents, payment of application fee (if applicable), and downloading the Confirmation Page.
- The application must be completed in all respects by the closing date and time (30/04/2026 at 5:30 P.M).
🖊️Summary
National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released advertisement NIC/SC-C&D/2026/3 for the recruitment of 153 Scientific Posts (Scientist-D and Scientist-C). Candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields and experience are eligible to apply online. The application window is open from April 8 to April 30, 2026. Selection will be based on a screening test, academic evaluation, and interview. The age limit for Scientist-D is 40 years and Scientist-C is 35 years, calculated as on November 21, 2022.
❓ FAQs
What is last date?
Last Date: 30/04/2026 (5:30 P.M)
What is total posts?
Total Posts: 153