NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 376 STA Posts via GATE Score

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The National Informatics Centre (NIC), functioning under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has released its recruitment notification for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (STA) for the year 2026. Issued as Detailed Advertisement No. NIC/STA/2026/2, this recruitment drive aims to fill 376 vacancies across three technical disciplines. Candidates searching for the NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 can find the complete details of eligibility, vacancy distribution, salary, application fee, selection process and how to apply in this article.

This recruitment is open to candidates holding a valid GATE score (2024, 2025 or 2026) in the relevant paper code, and is meant for engineering and science graduates or postgraduates interested in a Group B technical career in India’s central e-Governance body. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online at recruitment.nic.in between 1 September 2026 and 30 September 2026.

NIC Recruitment 2026 : Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization/Department	National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Recruitment Name	NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (STA) Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. NIC/STA/2026/2)
Post Name	Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Group B, Non-Gazetted, S&T post)
Total Vacancies	376 posts
Application Mode	Online only
Job Location	Anywhere in India, and outside India, at NIC’s discretion
Official Website	Click Here

NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 : Important Dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind while applying for the NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026:

Event	Date
Detailed Notification Released	Advt. No. NIC/STA/2026/2
Online Application Start Date	1 September 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online	30 September 2026 (5:30 PM)
Cut-off Date for Eligibility (Age, Qualification, Category)	30 September 2026
Written Exam Date	Not Applicable — no written exam in this recruitment
Document Verification Schedule	Not Mentioned in the Official Notification (to be announced on recruitment.nic.in)

Since the application window is open for less than a month, candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues on the portal.

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Vacancy Details

NIC is recruiting a total of 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts across three disciplines: Computer Sciences & Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. The discipline-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdown is given below:

Discipline	Total	UR	SC	ST	OBC (NCL)	EWS	PwBD*
Computer Sciences & IT	300	122	45	22	81	30	15
Electronics & Communication Engg.	26	13	3	1	7	2	2
Data Science & Artificial Intelligence	50	22	7	3	13	5	2
Total	376	157	55	26	101	37	19

*PwBD vacancies are horizontal, i.e., counted within the total and category figures, and are further sub-divided by disability type in the official notification. NIC has clarified that the number of vacancies advertised is tentative and may increase or decrease at its discretion.

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Age Relaxation

• Candidates already serving in Government organisations in the same line or allied cadres get 5 years of relaxation, where the earlier service is judged useful for this post.
• SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD candidates get age relaxation as per Central Government orders issued from time to time.
• Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) applies only against posts reserved for that category. PwBD relaxation applies whether or not the post is reserved for PwBD, as long as the post is identified as suitable for them.

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Post-wise (Discipline-wise) Eligibility

Discipline	GATE Paper Code	Essential Qualification
Computer Sciences & IT	CS	M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Telecommunication/Computer Sciences/Computer & Networking Security/Software Systems/IT/Informatics + valid GATE score (CS)
Electronics & Communication Engg.	EC	Valid GATE score in Paper Code EC (2024/2025/2026); no separate degree field specified in the notification
Data Science & Artificial Intelligence	DA	Valid GATE score in Paper Code DA (2024/2025/2026); no separate degree field specified in the notification

Salary / Pay Scale

The Scientific/Technical Assistant-A post carries Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a pay scale of Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400. This is a Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted Scientific & Technical post, and the same pay scale applies uniformly across all three disciplines. Selected candidates will also be entitled to other allowances as admissible under Central Government and NIC rules.

Selection Process

There is no written examination or interview in this recruitment. Selection is based entirely on GATE score merit, followed by document verification, in the following order:

1. Applications are screened for eligibility as per the qualification, age and category criteria; only eligible, registered candidates proceed further.
2. A separate discipline-wise and category-wise merit list is prepared based on the candidate’s valid GATE score, with equal weightage given to GATE 2024, 2025 and 2026 scores.
3. In case of a tie, preference is given first to the candidate with the older GATE year, then to the older candidate by age, and finally to the candidate with a higher percentage in the essential qualification.
4. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification; the authorisation/call letter must be downloaded from the NIC recruitment website.
5. Candidates who successfully clear document verification are offered a provisional appointment.

Document verification will be conducted in Delhi, or at another location or mode approved by the competent authority. No TA/DA is paid for attending document verification, and no request for postponement or change of venue will be entertained. Candidates who do not appear for document verification with original documents will lose their eligibility for provisional appointment.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply for the NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

1. Visit the official NIC recruitment portal, recruitment.nic.in, and register with basic details.
2. Log in and fill out the online application form with personal, educational and GATE score details.
3. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature as per the specified format and size.
4. Pay the application fee online through credit card, debit card or net banking, if applicable to your category.
5. Review all entered details carefully, submit the form, and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.

Aadhaar-based authentication is used at every stage of this recruitment process. Once the application is submitted, no change to name, category, address, mobile number or email ID is permitted, so candidates should verify all details carefully before final submission.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready in the specified digital format before starting the online application:

• Recent passport-size colour photograph (JPEG/JPG format, 50 KB–200 KB)
• Signature in blue or black ink (JPEG/JPG format, 10 KB–50 KB)
• Date of birth proof, Matriculation certificate and Senior Secondary certificate (self-attested, PDF, 10 KB–500 KB each)
• Valid GATE score card (2024/2025/2026) (self-attested, PDF)
• Essential qualification certificate along with marksheets (self-attested, PDF)
• CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate from the university, if applicable
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Experience certificate, if any
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), if applicable
• Age relaxation certificate, if applicable

Credit/debit card or net banking details, for candidates required to pay the application fee

Important Instructions

• The number of vacancies advertised is tentative and may increase or decrease at NIC’s sole discretion.
• Candidates applying for more than one discipline must submit a separate application and pay the fee separately for each discipline.
• Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India, or even outside India, at NIC’s discretion; no query regarding posting location will be entertained.
• Uploaded photograph and signature files must be complete, clear and readable; illegible or incomplete uploads may lead to rejection of the application.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending document verification, and no request for postponement or change of venue/date will be entertained.

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website, recruitment.nic.in, for updates on document verification schedules and other announcements.

Important Links

Link	Purpose
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification (PDF)	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many vacancies are announced under NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?

A total of 376 vacancies have been announced for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A across three disciplines: Computer Sciences & IT (300), Electronics & Communication Engineering (26), and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (50).

2. What is the last date to apply for NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

The online application process closes on 30 September 2026 at 5:30 PM. The same date is also the cut-off date for age, qualification and category eligibility.

3. Is a valid GATE score compulsory for this recruitment?

Yes. Candidates must hold a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026 in the paper code matching the discipline applied for (CS, EC or DA). There is no separate written exam; the merit list is prepared entirely on the basis of GATE score.

4. What is the application fee for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is Rs. 800/- for UR, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are exempted from the fee. Candidates applying for more than one discipline must pay the fee separately for each.

5. What is the salary of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A at NIC?

The post carries Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a pay scale of Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400, along with other admissible allowances.

6. Is there any written exam or interview for this recruitment?

No. Selection is based entirely on GATE score merit followed by document verification; there is no separate written examination or interview stage.

7. What is the upper age limit for NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

The upper age limit as on 30 September 2026 is 30 years for UR/EWS, 33 years for OBC (NCL), and 35 years for SC/ST candidates, with additional relaxation for PwBD and service candidates as per government rules.

8. Where can selected candidates be posted?

Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India, and even outside India, at NIC’s discretion. No request regarding a preferred posting location will be entertained.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this post/image about NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026, including the number of vacancies, eligibility, important dates, application process, and other details, is intended for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to verify all information, including the official notification, eligibility criteria, application dates, fees, and selection process, from the official National Informatics Centre (NIC) / National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT) website before applying. We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, changes, or consequences arising from the use of this information.

For the Computer Sciences & Information Technology discipline, candidates must hold M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech (single or in combination) in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Sciences, Computer and Networking Security, Software Systems, Information Technology or Informatics, along with a valid GATE score in Paper Code CS (2024/2025/2026). For the Electronics and Communication Engineering and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence disciplines, a valid GATE score in Paper Code EC or DA respectively (2024/2025/2026) is required; the official notification does not specify a separate degree field for these two disciplines beyond the GATE eligibility itself.

Candidates must hold the essential qualification on the cut-off date of 30 September 2026. No claim of an equivalent qualification will be entertained. No prior work experience is required for this post.

Candidates must hold the essential qualification on the cut-off date of 30 September 2026. No claim of an equivalent qualification will be entertained. No prior work experience is required for this post.