NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 376 STA Posts, Eligibility, Dates & Full Details

NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
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By: Sonu Kumar

On: February 10, 2026

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Introduction

National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released the short notification for NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant-‘A’.

This recruitment is conducted under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology for filling 376 Group B Non-Gazetted posts. Selection will be based on valid GATE scores of 2024, 2025, and 2026.

Candidates having M.Sc, MS, MCA, B.E, or B.Tech degrees in relevant fields can apply online once the application portal is activated.

This is a golden opportunity for technical graduates to get a prestigious government job in NIC.


Overview Table

Particulars Details
Organization National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Post Name Scientific / Technical Assistant-‘A’
Parent Ministry Ministry of Electronics & IT
Advertisement No. NIC/STA/2026/2
Total Vacancies 376
Job Type Group B (Non-Gazetted)
Application Mode Online
Selection Process GATE Score + Document Verification
Pay Level Level-6
Official Website recruitment.nic.in

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Important Dates

Event Date (Tentative)
Notification Release Within 10 Days of GATE 2026 Result
Online Application Start To Be Notified
Last Date to Apply To Be Notified
GATE Score Validity 2024 / 2025 / 2026

Application Fee

Category Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS As Per Notification
SC / ST / PwBD As Per Notification
Payment Mode Online

👉 Application fee details will be updated in the detailed notification.


Age Limit + Relaxation

Category Age Limit
Minimum Age As Per NIC Rules
Maximum Age As Per Notification

Age Relaxation

Category Relaxation
SC / ST As Per Govt Rules
OBC As Per Rules
PwBD As Per Rules
Others As Per Norms

👉 Candidates must check age criteria in the official notification.


Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions before applying.


Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed:

  • M.Sc / MS / MCA / B.E / B.Tech in any of the following fields:

Electronics
Electronics & Communication
Electronics & Telecommunication
Computer Science
Computer & Network Security
Software System
Information Technology
Informatics

All degrees must be from recognized universities.


GATE Score Requirement (Mandatory)

Candidates must have valid GATE score (2024 / 2025 / 2026) in:

  • Computer Science & IT (CS)

  • Electronics & Communication (EC)

  • Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DA)

Without valid GATE score, candidates are not eligible.

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Nationality

  • Candidate must be an Indian Citizen


Vacancy Details

Category-wise vacancy distribution is given below:

Category Vacancies
UR 154
SC 56
ST 28
OBC (NCL) 101
EWS 37
PwBD 18
Total 376

Selection Process

The selection process for NIC STA Recruitment 2026 includes:

  1. Shortlisting Based on GATE Score

  2. Document Verification

  3. Final Merit List

❌ No Written Exam
❌ No Interview

Selection is completely based on GATE performance.


Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed under Level-6 of 7th Pay Commission.

Parameter Details
Pay Level 6
Pay Scale ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Basic Pay ₹35,400
Approx. Gross Salary ₹65,000 – ₹70,000

Salary Benefits

  • Dearness Allowance

  • House Rent Allowance

  • Transport Allowance

  • Medical Benefits

  • Pension Benefits

This post offers high salary and job stability.


Syllabus / Exam Pattern (Mandatory)

👉 No separate written exam is conducted by NIC.

Selection Basis

Criteria Details
Main Basis GATE Score
Written Test Not Conducted
Interview Not Conducted

Relevant GATE Syllabus

  • Computer Science

  • Electronics & Communication

  • Data Science & AI

Candidates must prepare as per official GATE syllabus.


How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Follow these steps once the application portal is active:

  1. Visit recruitment.nic.in

  2. Open STA Recruitment 2026 Notification

  3. Click on Apply Online

  4. Complete Registration

  5. Login with credentials

  6. Fill personal and academic details

  7. Enter GATE score details

  8. Upload documents

  9. Pay application fee (if applicable)

  10. Submit form and download receipt

👉 Apply only through online mode.

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Required Documents

  • Passport Size Photograph

  • Signature

  • Educational Certificates

  • GATE Scorecard

  • Caste Certificate (If Applicable)

  • PwBD Certificate (If Applicable)

  • Identity Proof

  • Application Printout

All documents must be clear and valid.


Important Links

Link Type Link
Apply Online  Click Here
Notification PDF Click Here
Official Website Click Here
Careers Page  Click Here

Conclusion

NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for technical graduates with valid GATE scores to join a prestigious government organization.

With high salary, job security, and career growth, this recruitment offers long-term benefits. Interested candidates should keep checking the official website and apply as soon as the portal opens.

Do not miss this opportunity. Apply early.


FAQs – NIC STA Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?

NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 is conducted to fill 376 STA posts through GATE score.

Q2. What is the selection process for NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on valid GATE score and document verification.

Q3. Which GATE scores are valid for NIC STA 2026?

GATE scores of 2024, 2025, and 2026 in CS, EC, and DA are valid.

Q4. What is the salary of NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant 2026?

Selected candidates will get salary under Level-6 with ₹65,000 to ₹70,000 per month approximately.

Q5. Is there any written exam in NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

No, there is no written exam or interview.

Q6. Where can I apply for NIC STA Notification 2026?

Candidates can apply online through recruitment.nic.in.


Disclaimer

All information given in this article is based on official notification and reliable sources. Candidates are advised to visit the official website for latest updates. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority.


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Dhaval Degama

Sonu Kumar

I am Sonu Kumar, a passionate job news writer with over 2 years of experience in sharing the latest updates on government and private sector jobs. I love helping job seekers by providing accurate, simple, and timely information about new vacancies, eligibility, salary, and how to apply.

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