🚀 NIC Scientist-B Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 243 Posts
The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has officially released the Scientist-B Recruitment 2026 Notification for 243 vacancies in Computer Science & IT, Electronics & Communication, and Data Science & AI.
Eligible candidates with a valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score can apply online from 27 March 2026 to 24 April 2026 at the official portal.
📌 Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Post Name | Scientist-B (Group-A Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies | 243 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10) |
| Selection Process | GATE + Interview |
| Official Website | recruitment.nic.in |
📊 Vacancy Details
- Computer Science & IT: 168 Posts
- Electronics & Communication: 25 Posts
- Data Science & AI: 50 Posts
➡️ Total: 243 Posts
📅 Important Dates
- 🟢 Start Date: 27 March 2026
- 🔴 Last Date: 24 April 2026 (5:30 PM)
- 📌 Eligibility Cut-off: 31 March 2026
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech / M.E./M.Tech / MCA / MSc (relevant field)
- DOEACC B-Level / AMIE also eligible
✅ GATE Requirement
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Valid GATE score (2024 / 2025 / 2026)
- CS → Computer Science
- EC → Electronics
- DA → Data Science & AI
✅ Age Limit
- General / EWS: 30 years
- OBC: 33 years
- SC/ST: 35 years
- PwBD: Up to 40 years (relaxations applicable)
💰 Salary
- Pay Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- Plus allowances (DA, HRA, etc.)
- Group-A Gazetted post with all-India posting
💳 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹800
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women: No Fee
🧪 Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on GATE score (1:5 ratio)
- Document Verification
- Interview (50 Marks)
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Final Merit:
- 60% GATE Score
- 40% Interview
📝 How to Apply
Follow these steps:
- Visit official website → recruitment.nic.in
- Register with email & mobile number
- Fill application form & upload documents
- Pay fee (if applicable)
- Download confirmation page
🔗 Important Links
- 📄 Notification PDF – Available on official NIC site
- 🖥️ Apply Online – recruitment.nic.in
❓ FAQs
Q. Total vacancies?
👉 243 posts
Q. Last date to apply?
👉 24 April 2026
Q. Is GATE mandatory?
👉 Yes, valid GATE score required
Q. Experience needed?
👉 No.
