The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has officially released the recruitment advertisement for the post of Scientist-B, Group-A (Scientific & Technical) positions. Candidates who possess valid GATE scores can now apply for these prestigious central government positions. For comprehensive official data, you can Download Official NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 PDF.
Additionally, candidates exploring alternative technical roles can look into the NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant โAโ Notification 2026: 376 Vacancies Announced.
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Overview
The application window is open through the official portal https://recruitment.nic.in/. Below is a quick snapshot of the key highlights associated with advertisement number NIC/SCB/2026/1.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Post Name | Scientist-B, Group-A (Scientific & Technical) posts |
| Advertisement No. | NIC/SCB/2026/1 |
| Vacancy | 243 |
| Registration Dates | 27th March to 24th April 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Eligible GATE Disciplines | CS, EC, DA |
| Application Fee | General / OBC / EWS โ Rs. 800/- SC / ST / PwBD / Women โ Nil |
| Selection Basis | GATE Score (2024/2025/2026) |
| Salary | Rs. 56,100/- to Rs. 1,77,500/- |
| Official Website | https://recruitment.nic.in/ |
Important Dates
Applicants must track the key registration and notification dates to avoid missing any deadlines:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification release date | 27th March 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 27th March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply online | 24th April 2026 |
Vacancy Distribution and Disciplines
A total of 243 vacancies have been announced across multiple engineering and science disciplines. Eligible GATE score years include 2024, 2025, or 2026 in Computer Science & IT (CS), Electronics & Communication (EC), and Data Science & AI (DA).
| Discipline | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & IT | 168 | 70 | 25 | 12 | 45 | 16 |
| Electronics and Communication | 25 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| Data Science and AI | 50 | 22 | 07 | 3 | 13 | 05 |
Category Wise Total Vacancies
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 100 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) (NCL) | 65 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 |
| Total | 243 |
Educational Qualifications Checklist
Candidates applying for the Scientist-B position must fulfill one of the specified educational criteria:
- Bachelorโs Degree in Engineering (OR)
- Bachelorโs in Technology OR Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Courses B-level OR Associate Member of the Institute of Engineers OR Graduate Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (OR)
- Masterโs Degree in Science (MSc) (OR)
- Masterโs Degree in Computer Application OR Masterโs Degree in Engineering /Technology (ME /M.Tech) (OR)
- Masterโs Degree in Philosophy (M Phil)
Age Limit & Relaxation (As of 31/03/2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 30 years |
| SC/ST | 35 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 years |
| PwBD | 40 years |
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 800/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
Salary & Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Scientist B | 56,100 โ โน1,77,500 |
Selection Process
The selection procedure involves the following sequential stages:
- Shortlisting based on GATE scores
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
Ready to apply? You can access the application portal directly here: Apply Now: NIC Scientist B Application Form 2026 Link (Active).
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