The National Informatics Centre (NIC) is inviting applications for 243 vacancies for the post of Scientist-‘B’. These are Group ‘A’ Gazetted positions that play a vital role in India’s digital governance.
Eligible candidates with an Engineering degree, MCA, or M.Sc, along with a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026, can apply. This is a brilliant opportunity to work at the forefront of the Government of India’s technology initiatives.
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026: Summary
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Post Name | Scientist-‘B’ (Group-A, Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies | 243 Posts |
| Salary (Pay Level-10) | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Selection Mode | GATE Score + Written Test / Interview |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 100 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 65 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 36 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
| PwBD | 10 |
Important Dates
- Indicative Notification Date: 26 February 2026
- Detailed Notification: Within 10 days after GATE 2026 Result (approx. after March 20, 2026)
- Online Registration Starts: To be notified
- Last Date to Apply: Tentative April 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- B.E. / B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc / M.E / M.Tech / M.Phil in any of the following disciplines:
- Electronics / Electronics & Communication.
- Computer Science / Information Technology / Informatics.
- Related fields (Single or in combination).
- GATE Requirement: A valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 Score in CS / EC / DA disciplines is mandatory.
Age Limit:
- As per the detailed advertisement (typically up to 30 years for General/UR).
Selection Process
- GATE Shortlisting: Candidates will be screened based on their GATE Score.
- Assessment: Selection will follow with a Written Examination, Skill Test, and/or Personal Interview as specified in the detailed notification.
- Final Merit: Prepared based on combined performance across stages.
How to Apply for NIC Scientist B 2026
- Monitor the official NIC recruitment portal: recruitment.nic.in.
- Once the detailed link is live, register using a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic, and your valid GATE details (2024, 2025, or 2026).
- Upload required scanned documents.
- Pay the application fee (to be notified) online.
- Submit and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
🚀 Official NIC Recruitment Portal: recruitment.nic.in
📄 Download Short Notification: Click Here
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