National Informatics Centre (NIC), under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has released an indicative notification for direct recruitment to the post of Scientist-‘B’ (Group ‘A’, Gazetted) on regular basis.
Eligible candidates with B.E./ B.Tech/ MCA/ M.Sc/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil and valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores in CS/EC/DA disciplines are strongly advised to wait for the detailed advertisement which will be published on NIC recruitment portal within 10 days from announcement of GATE-2026 result. The NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 for 243 Vacancies Online Registration process will commence after release of detailed notification.
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Scientist-‘B’ (Group-A, Gazetted) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
243 Posts |
| Age Limit |
As per Detailed Advertisement (to be notified) |
| Monthly Salary |
Pay Level-10: ₹56,100 – 1,77,500 |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E/ B.Tech/ MCA/ M.Sc/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil + Valid GATE Score (2024/2025/2026) |
| Application Fee |
To be notified in Detailed Advertisement |
| Selection Process |
GATE Score + Written Test / Interview (as per detailed advt.) |
| Job Location |
Anywhere in India (NIC Centres) |
| Last Date |
To be notified |
✅ NIC Scientist B Vacancies 2026:
| Post Name | No of Vacancies | Category-wise Break-up |
|---|---|---|
|
Scientist-‘B’ |
243 |
UR-100, SC-36, ST-18, OBC(NCL)-65, EWS-24, PwBD-10 |
✅ NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Educational Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Engineering / Technology OR MCA OR M.Sc OR M.E / M.Tech / M.Phil in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Computer Sciences / Information Technology / Informatics or related fields (single or in combination).
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GATE Requirement: Valid GATE Score for the year 2024 / 2025 / 2026 in CS / EC / DA disciplines is mandatory.
✅ NIC Scientist B Selection Process 2026:
The selection on the basis of following steps (details in upcoming advertisement):-
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Shortlisting on the basis of GATE Score
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Written Examination / Skill Test / Interview
- Document Verification
✅ NIC Scientist B Application Fee 2026:
- Application Fee will be notified in the Detailed Advertisement.
✅ Important Dates:
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Date of Indicative Notification |
26 February 2026 |
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Tentative Date of Detailed Notification |
Within 10 days from GATE-2026 Result (Tentative After 20 March 2026) |
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Online Registration Start & Last Date |
To be notified (Tentative Closing: April 2026) |
✅ Important Links:
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NIC Scientist B Official Short Notification PDF: Click Here
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NIC Recruitment Portal: Click Here
- Join IndGovtJobs Daily Job Alert:
✅ How to Apply NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026:
Candidates are advised to wait for the detailed advertisement on https://recruitment.nic.in. Once released, the Online registration steps will be as follows:-
➢ Step 1: Visit NIC Recruitment Portal and register using valid email ID & mobile number.
➢ Step 2: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, GATE details and upload scanned documents.
➢ Step 3: Pay the application fee (if applicable) online.
➢ Step 4: Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page.
➢ Step 5: Keep the printout and all documents ready for future reference / verification.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
243 posts of Scientist-‘B’.
What is the pay scale in NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
Pay Level-10: ₹56,100 – 1,77,500.
Is GATE score mandatory for NIC Scientist B 2026?
Yes, valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in CS/EC/DA is compulsory.
When will the detailed notification be released?
Within 10 days from announcement of GATE-2026 result.
What is the last date to apply?
To be notified in the detailed advertisement (tentative closing April 2026).