MEITY NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 376 Vacancies

National Informatics Centre (NIC) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India has released a detailed advertisement for recruitment to the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A. The recruitment will be conducted through Direct Recruitment and the merit list will be prepared using valid GATE 2024, GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 scores.

A total of 376 vacancies are available across three disciplines:

• Computer Sciences & Information Technology – 300
• Electronics and Communication Engineering – 26
• Data Science and Artificial Intelligence – 50

The online application process started on 1 September 2026 and eligible candidates can submit their applications up to 30 September 2026, 5:30 PM.

NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particular	Details
Recruiting Organization	National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Ministry	Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Post Name	Scientific/Technical Assistant-A
Advertisement No.	NIC/STA/2026/2
Recruitment Basis	Direct Recruitment
Total Vacancies	376
Pay Level	Level 6
Pay Scale	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
GATE Requirement	Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 Score
GATE Papers	CS, EC, DA
Experience	Not Required
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	01 September 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 September 2026
Last Time	5:30 PM
Official Website	recruitment.nic.in

The post is classified as a Group-B S&T (Non-Gazetted) post in Level 6 under the 7th CPC. NIC has specifically stated that the merit list will be prepared based on a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026.

NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Vacancy 2026 – Discipline-Wise Details

The notification contains vacancies for three eligible disciplines. The complete breakup is given below.

The notification states that the advertised number of posts is tentative and NIC reserves the right to increase or decrease the actual number of vacancies.

Computer Sciences & Information Technology – 300 Posts

The largest share of vacancies is for Computer Sciences & Information Technology, with 300 posts.

Category	Vacancies
UR	122
SC	45
ST	22
OBC (NCL)	81
EWS	30
Total	300

Electronics and Communication Engineering – 26 Posts

NIC has notified 26 vacancies for Electronics and Communication Engineering.

Category	Vacancies
UR	13
SC	3
ST	1
OBC (NCL)	7
EWS	2
Total	26

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence – 50 Posts

There are 50 vacancies under Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Category	Vacancies
UR	22
SC	7
ST	3
OBC (NCL)	13
EWS	5
Total	50

PwBD Reservation

PwBD reservation is provided as horizontal reservation.

For Computer Sciences & Information Technology, 15 PwBD vacancies are indicated, comprising:

• Locomotive disability – 4
• Hard of Hearing (HH) – 4
• Multiple Disabilities – 7, including 3 PH-MD backlog vacancies

For Electronics and Communication Engineering, 2 PwBD vacancies are indicated:

• Locomotive disability – 1
• Hard of Hearing – 1

For Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, 2 PwBD vacancies are indicated:

• Locomotive disability – 1
• Hard of Hearing – 1

The notification describes PwBD reservation as horizontal reservation.

Important: The PwBD figures are horizontal reservations and should not be added to the 376 category-wise vacancies as an additional vertical category.

GATE Eligibility for NIC Scientific Technical Assistant 2026

Candidates applying for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026 must have a valid GATE score in GATE 2024, GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 in the relevant paper.

Discipline	Eligible GATE Paper	Code
Computer Sciences & Information Technology	Computer Science and Information Technology	CS
Electronics and Communication Engineering	Electronics and Communication Engineering	EC
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence	Data Science and Artificial Intelligence	DA

NIC has specifically prescribed these three GATE papers under the eligibility criteria.

Candidates must submit their best GATE score from any one of the eligible years in the discipline for which they are applying. GATE 2024, 2025 and 2026 scores will receive equal weightage.

Educational Qualification for NIC STA-A

Computer Sciences & Information Technology

Candidates must have passed M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in one or a combination of the specified fields, including:

• Electronics
• Electronics and Communication
• Electronics & Telecommunication
• Computer Sciences
• Computer and Networking Security
• Software System
• Information Technology
• Informatics

The corresponding GATE paper is CS – Computer Science and Information Technology. A valid GATE 2024, 2025 or 2026 score in CS is mandatory.

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Candidates applying under Electronics and Communication Engineering must have the prescribed qualification in Electronics and Communication Engineering and possess a valid GATE score in EC from 2024, 2025 or 2026.

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Candidates applying under Data Science and Artificial Intelligence must have the prescribed qualification in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and possess a valid GATE score in DA from 2024, 2025 or 2026.

The essential qualification must be obtained by the closing date of the application, 30 September 2026. NIC also states that claims of equivalent qualifications outside the prescribed qualification will not be entertained.

Is Experience Required?

No. Experience is not required for the Scientific/Technical Assistant-A post.

NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Age Limit 2026

The upper age limit is calculated as on 30 September 2026.

Category	Maximum Age
UR / EWS	30 years
OBC (NCL)	33 years
SC / ST	35 years
PwBD	40 years
SC/ST PwBD	45 years
OBC (NCL) PwBD	43 years

Separate age concessions are also prescribed for eligible service candidates and ex-servicemen as per the notification and applicable Government rules.

The crucial date for determining age is 30 September 2026. Age relaxation for eligible reserved and special categories will be applicable according to Central Government rules.

NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Salary 2026

The Scientific/Technical Assistant-A post is a Group-B S&T (Non-Gazetted) position in Level 6 of the 7th CPC.

The pay scale mentioned in the notification is:

₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400

The advertisement identifies the post as Scientific/Technical Assistant-A and places it in Level 6.

NIC STA-A Selection Process 2026

Selection for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A will be based on the candidate’s eligibility and GATE score.

NIC will prepare a category-wise merit list separately for each discipline in order of GATE Score. Candidates are required to submit their best eligible GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026.

GATE Score Weightage

GATE 2024, GATE 2025 and GATE 2026 scores will have equal weightage.

Tie-Breaking Rules

If two or more candidates have the same GATE Score, NIC will apply the following criteria in sequence:

1. The candidate with the older-year GATE score will be ranked higher.
2. If the GATE score and year are the same, the older candidate will be ranked higher.
3. If the tie still remains, the candidate having the higher percentage in the essential qualification will be ranked higher.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification before provisional appointment.

NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Application Fee

The application fee is category-specific.

Category	Application Fee
SC / ST / PwBD / Women	Nil
UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS	₹800

Candidates applying for more than one discipline must pay ₹800 for each discipline, wherever the fee is applicable.

The fee is payable through online mode only and is non-refundable.

How to Apply for NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates have to apply online only through the NIC recruitment portal.

The application process consists of four steps:

1. Registration
2. Fill Online Application Form & Upload Documents
3. Payment of Application Fee, if applicable
4. Download Confirmation Page

The application window is from 1 September 2026 at 10:00 AM to 30 September 2026 at 5:30 PM. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.

Check Notification here

NIC Recruitment Portal – recruitment.nic.in-Apply here

Candidates should carefully check all details before final submission because changes to details such as name, category, address, mobile number and email ID are not permitted after submission.

Documents Required for NIC STA-A Application

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:

• Date of Birth proof
• Matriculation Certificate
• Senior Secondary Certificate
• Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 Score Card
• Essential Qualification Certificate
• Relevant marksheets
• CGPA conversion certificate, where applicable
• SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS certificate, where applicable
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• Experience Certificate, if any
• NOC, where applicable
• Age relaxation certificate, where applicable

The photograph should be in JPEG/JPG format, 50 KB to 200 KB, while the signature should be 10 KB to 50 KB. Supporting documents are required in PDF format within the prescribed file-size limits.

Important Certificate Requirements

Candidates claiming reservation must submit the prescribed certificates.

OBC (NCL)

OBC candidates must provide a valid OBC (NCL) certificate in the Government of India format. A State Government OBC certificate or an OBC certificate issued for educational admission will not be accepted for this recruitment.

EWS

EWS candidates must produce an EWS certificate based on Financial Year 2025-26, valid for 2026-27, in the prescribed Government of India format.

PwBD

Candidates applying under PwBD reservation must have a minimum 40% permanent disability certificate issued by the competent authority as prescribed.

NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Important Dates 2026

Event	Date
Online Application Starts	01 September 2026
Application Start Time	10:00 AM
Last Date to Apply	30 September 2026
Last Time	5:30 PM
Cut-off Date for Eligibility	30 September 2026
Document Verification	To be announced

The schedule for document verification will be announced on the NIC recruitment website.

Place of Posting

Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India and outside India in the interest of the organization. The advertisement also states that the post carries All India liability for posting.

Important Instructions for Applicants

Candidates should carefully verify their eligibility and documents before submitting the application.

NIC states that incomplete, incorrect, irrelevant or illegible documents may result in rejection of the application. Candidates must also produce original documents during document verification.

Aadhaar-based authentication will be used at every stage of the recruitment process.

Candidates working in Central/State Government, PSUs or Autonomous Bodies are required to furnish the prescribed No Objection Certificate (NOC) where applicable.

NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

How many vacancies are available in NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?

A total of 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A vacancies have been notified.

Which GATE years are accepted for NIC STA-A Recruitment 2026?

Valid GATE 2024, GATE 2025 and GATE 2026 scores are accepted.

Which GATE papers are eligible?

The eligible GATE papers are CS, EC and DA for Computer Sciences & Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence respectively.

What is the last date to apply for NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The last date is 30 September 2026 up to 5:30 PM.

Is work experience required?

No. No experience is required for this recruitment.

What is the age limit for General category candidates?

The upper age limit for UR/EWS candidates is 30 years as on 30 September 2026.

What is the application fee?

SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted from the fee. UR/OBC (NCL)/EWS candidates have to pay ₹800 per discipline.

How will candidates be selected?

NIC will prepare discipline-wise, category-wise merit lists based on GATE Score. GATE 2024, 2025 and 2026 scores receive equal weightage. Shortlisted candidates will subsequently undergo document verification.

Can a candidate use the best GATE score from different years?

Yes. The candidate must submit their best GATE score from any one eligible year among GATE 2024, 2025 and 2026 for the discipline applied for.

Where can candidates apply?

Applications are to be submitted online through the NIC recruitment portal at recruitment.nic.in.

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