🚀 NIC Recruitment 2026 – Scientist B | GATE Job Opportunities
National Informatics Centre has officially released the nic recruitment 2026 notification for Scientist-B (Group-A Gazetted) posts. This is one of the most sought-after latest engineering jobs for candidates preparing for GATE 2026.
NIC plays a crucial role in India’s e-Governance and digital infrastructure, making this recruitment a golden career opportunity for engineers in Computer Science, Electronics, and Data Science domains.
The best part? No experience is required, and selection is based primarily on GATE score + Interview.
NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Post Name | Scientist-B |
| Total Vacancies | 243 Posts |
| Job Type | Group-A (Gazetted) |
| Pay Level | Level-10 |
| Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection | GATE Score + Interview |
| Job Location | All India / Abroad |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 27 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 April 2026 |
| Cut-off Date | 31 March 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹800 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
✔ Payment Mode: Online only
Vacancy Details (Discipline-wise)
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & IT | 168 |
| Electronics & Communication | 25 |
| Data Science & AI | 50 |
| Total | 243 |
| Discipline | Total Vacant Posts | UR | Reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Other Backward Classes (OBC)(NCL) #/ Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | |||
| SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | |||
| Computer Sciences & IT | 168 | 70 | 25 | 45 | 16 | 8 Locomotive disability (OA, OL, BL, OAL) – 3 Including leprosy cured, dwarfism acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy Hard of Hearing (HH)- 2Multiple Disabilities (MD) from amongst (a) to (b) except deaf-blindness – 3* |
| Electronics and Communication | 25 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 1 a. Hard of Hearing (HH) – 1 |
| Data Science and AI | 50 | 22 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 2 Locomotive disability (OA, OL, BL, OAL) – 1 Including leprosy cured, dwarfism acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy Multiple Disabilities (MD) from amongst (a) to (b) except deaf-blindness – 1 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- BE / B.Tech / M.Sc / MCA / M.Tech or equivalent in relevant fields
- Valid GATE Score (2024 / 2025 / 2026) in:
- CS (Computer Science)
- EC (Electronics)
- DA (Data Science & AI)
✔ Qualification must be completed before 31 March 2026
| Discipline | Essential Qualification | Corresponding GATE Paper Code |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & IT | Bachelor Degree in Engineering OR Bachelor in Technology OR Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Courses B-level OR Associate Member of Institute of Engineers OR Graduate Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers OR Master Degree in Science (MSc) OR Master Degree in Computer Application OR Master Degree in Engineering /Technology (ME /M.Tech) OR Master Degree in Philosophy (M Phil) In the below mentioned Fields (single or in combination): Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Computer Sciences, Communication, Computer and Networking Security, Computer Application, Software System, Information Technology, Information Technology Management, Informatics, Computer Management, Cyber law, Electronics and Instrumentation | Computer Science and Information Technology (GATE Paper Code : CS) Note: Must Possess VALID GATE score (i,e, GATE- 2024 or 2025 or 2026) in the Paper Code – CS |
| Electronics and Communication | Electronics and Communication Engineering (GATE Paper Code : EC) Note: Must Possess VALID GATE score (i,e, GATE- 2024 or 2025 or 2026) in the Paper Code – EC | |
| Data Science and AI | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GATE Paper Code : DA) Note: Must Possess VALID GATE score (i,e, GATE- 2024 or 2025 or 2026) in the Paper Code – DA |
Experience Required
- ❌ No experience required
✔ Freshers can apply
Age Limit (As on 31 March 2026)
| Category | Max Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 30 Years |
| OBC | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
| PwBD | Up to 40–45 Years |
✔ Additional relaxation for Govt employees as per rules
There shall be age relaxation for 5 years for candidates serving in Government Organizations working in post which are in the same line or allied cadres and where a relationship could be established that the service already rendered in a particular post will be useful for the efficient discharge of duties of the advertised post.
Salary Structure (Scientist B)
- Pay Level: Level-10 (7th CPC)
- Basic Pay: ₹56,100/month
- Gross Salary: ₹80,000+ approx (with allowances)
👉 Includes DA, HRA, TA, and other central government benefits
Place of Posting
- Anywhere in India or even abroad depending on project requirements
Selection Process
Selection will be done in two stages:
- Shortlisting based on GATE Score (1:5 ratio)
- Interview (Personal Interaction)
Final Merit Weightage:
- GATE Score → 60%
- Interview → 40%
✔ Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- UR: 50%
- Reserved: 40%
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit official portal
- Register with email & mobile
- Fill application form
- Upload documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates)
- Pay application fee
- Submit and download confirmation page
⚠️ Only online applications are accepted
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| 👉 Official Website | https://recruitment.nic.in/ |
| 👉 Full Notification PDF | https://recruitment.nic.in/DetailedSciB.pdf |
| 👉 Apply Online | https://examinationservices.nic.in/recsys2026/root/Home.aspx?enc=Ei4cajBkK1gZSfgr53ImFcU0J82WlHaHFElnAqhDL6/SqRV0TIUto/jvS9QtM5gw |
❓ FAQs – NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026
1. What is the total vacancy in NIC recruitment 2026?
There are 243 Scientist-B vacancies.
2. Is GATE mandatory for NIC Scientist B?
Yes, a valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score is mandatory.
3. What is the salary of NIC Scientist B?
The salary starts from ₹56,100 (Level-10) plus allowances.
4. Is experience required for NIC recruitment?
No, freshers can apply.
5. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on GATE score (60%) + Interview (40%).
Note
This article is for informational purposes only. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official notification PDF before applying. There may be unintentional errors, and this post aims to provide a quick overview or news update about this recruitment.
