IRDAI Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026: Notification, Vacancy & Online Application

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is the primary body responsible for regulating and licensing the insurance and reinsurance sectors in India. For the 2026-27 cycle, IRDAI is set to release the official notification for Assistant Manager vacancies across various departments. This article provides a comprehensive guide on the IRDAI Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026, covering the application procedure, eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and salary benefits. 

IRDAI Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026

IRDAI AM Recruitment 2026- Overview
Exam Conducting Body	Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)
Post	Assistant Manager
Vacancies	To be notified
Application Mode	Online
Registration Dates	To be notified
Selection Process	Phase 1- Online Examination Phase 2- Descriptive Examination Interview Document Verification & Medical Examination
Salary	Rs. 44500- 89150/-
Official website	www.irdai.gov.in

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IRDAI Assistant Manager Eligibility Criteria 2026

Aspiring candidates aiming for the Assistant Manager position must ensure they meet the mandatory eligibility criteria to qualify for the selection process. Below, we outline the specific parameters regarding educational qualifications and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Qualified professionals have an excellent opportunity to build a career at the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). Review the table below for detailed, post-wise educational qualification requirements.

Streams	Educational Qualification
Actuarial	Candidates should have possessed their graduation with a minimum of 60% marks and 7 papers passed IAI as per the 2019 curriculum
Generalist	Candidates should have possessed their graduation with a minimum of 60% marks
Research	Candidates must have completed their Master’s Degree or 2-year Post Graduate Diploma in Economics / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics /Mathematical Economics / Integrated Economics Course/ Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics & Informatics with a minimum of 60% marks
IT	Candidates must have completed their Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical / Electronics/ Electronics and Communication / Information Technology / Computer Science/ Software Engineering) with a minimum of 60% marks (OR) The candidates must have completed their Master in Computers Application with a minimum 60% marks (OR) The candidates must have completed their graduation in any discipline with a postgraduate qualification (minimum 2 years duration) in Computers / Information Technology with minimum 60% marks
Law	Candidates must have completed their Bachelor’s Degree in Law with a minimum of 60% marks
Finance	Candidates must have completed their graduation with a minimum of 60 % marks & ACA /AICWA/ACMA/ACS/CFA

Age Limit

To be eligible for the IRDAI Assistant Manager 2026 recruitment, candidates must be at least 21 years old and not exceed 30 years of age. Please note that age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per government guidelines.

Category	Upper Age Limit
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST)	5 years
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	3 years
Persons with Disabilities (PwBD)	PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 years PwBD (OBC) – 13 years PwBD (GEN/UR) – 10 years
Ex-servicemen and Commissioned Officers	05 years

IRDAI Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the specified application fee based on their category to complete the IRDAI 2026 submission process. Payments can be made securely via Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, and mobile wallets. Note that all application fees are non-refundable once submitted.

Category	Application Fee
SC / ST / PwBD	Rs. 100/-
Other than SC/ST/PwBD	Rs. 750/-

Steps to Apply Online for IRDAI AM Recruitment 2026

To submit your application for the IRDAI Assistant Manager vacancy, visit the official IRDAI portal and follow our simplified step-by-step registration guide.

1. Visit the official website Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) at www.irdai.gov.in.
2. On the homepage click on “Careers”>> “Notifications/Vacancies”.
3. Click on the “Apply” link and enter your details, email id, and mobile number.
4. After successful registration, you will receive a provisional registration number and password. Note these down for future use.
5. Enter the registration number and password.
6. Complete the application form by providing candidates' information, academic information, and other details.
7. Upload your scanned photograph and signature as per the specifications.
8. Pay the required application fee through online mode.
9. Download and save the IRDAI Application form for future reference.

IRDAI AM Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for the Assistant Manager role comprises a preliminary exam, a descriptive mains exam, and a final interview. The Phase 1 examination serves as a qualifying stage to shortlist candidates for the Phase 2 descriptive test. Final selection is determined by the cumulative scores achieved in the Phase 2 exam and the personal interview. 

Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination
Stage 2: Descriptive Mains Examination
Stage 3: Personal Interview

IRDAI Assistant Manager Exam Pattern 2026

The IRDAI Assistant Manager selection follows a three-phase structure. Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. We have provided an in-depth breakdown of the syllabus and marking scheme for both Phase 1 and Phase 2 examinations to help you succeed.

IRDAI Assistant Manager Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

• The IRDAI Assistant Manager Phase 1 online prelims exam will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions.
• There will be a negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer.
• Phase 1 Exam is qualifying in nature.
• The prelims exam will be conducted in bilingual language.

Name of Test (Objective)	No of Questions	Maximum Marks	Time Duration
Test of Reasoning	40	40	90 minutes
Test of English Language	40	40
Test of General Awareness	40	40
Test of Quantitative Aptitude	40	40
Total	160	160

IRDAI Assistant Manager Mains Exam Pattern 2026

• The IRDAI Assistant Manager Mains exam (descriptive type) comprises 3 papers. Papers I, II, and III.
• Exam will be conducted in English and Hindi (except Test of English Language which will be provided only in English).
• Each paper will be held for a total of 100 marks.
• The time duration for each paper is 60 minutes.

Paper	Subject	Total Marks	Time Duration
Paper 1	English	100	60 minutes
Paper 2	Economic and Social Issues Impacting Insurance	100	60 minutes
Paper 3	Insurance and Management	100	60 minutes

IRDAI Assistant Manager Salary 2026

The base salary for an IRDAI Assistant Manager starts at Rs. 44,500/- per month, with a structured pay scale of Rs. 44,500-2,500(4)-54,500-2,850(7)-74,450-EB-2,850(4)-85,850-3,300(1)-89,150. Beyond the basic pay, employees receive comprehensive benefits including Dearness Allowance, HRA, City Compensatory Allowance, and more. Currently, the starting monthly gross emoluments are approximately Rs. 1,46,000/-.

Post Name	Salary
Assistant Manager	Rs. 44,500/- to Rs.  89150/-