243 Posts: NIC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

Post Names : Scientist B (Group-A S&T Gazetted)

Total Vacancies : 243 posts (168 Computer Sciences & IT + 25 Electronics and Communication + 50 Data Science and AI)

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Eligibility Criteria :

Computer Sciences & IT: Bachelor Degree in Engineering / Technology OR B-Level (DOEACC) OR AMIE / AMIETE OR Master Degree in Science (MSc) / Computer Application / Engineering / Technology / MPhil in the fields of Electronics, Computer Sciences, IT, Software Systems, Information Technology, Informatics, Computer Management, Cyber Law etc. + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code CS.

Electronics and Communication: Bachelor Degree in Engineering / Technology OR equivalent in Electronics and Communication Engineering + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code EC.

Data Science and AI: Bachelor Degree in Engineering / Technology OR Master Degree in Science / Computer Application / Engineering / Technology in relevant fields + Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Paper Code DA.

Age Limit: Maximum 30 years for UR/EWS candidates as on 31/03/2026. Upper age limit is relaxable for SC/ST (35 years), OBC(NCL) (33 years), PwBD and other categories as per Government of India rules.

A total of 243 vacancies will be filled for Scientist B posts under the NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026. Check discipline-wise vacancy details in the table below.

Discipline	NIC Scientist B Vacancy 2026
Computer Sciences & IT	168
Electronics and Communication	25
Data Science and AI	50
Total NIC Scientist B Posts	243

 

Salary :

Selected candidates under NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 will be appointed on permanent Group-A Gazetted posts in Level-10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500) along with applicable allowances.

 

 Application Fees :

As per the NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 advertisement:

SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates: Nil

UR / OBC(NCL) / EWS candidates: Rs. 800/- per discipline

Candidates applying for more than one discipline must pay Rs. 800/- for each discipline. Fee is to be paid online only. Bank charges, if any, will be borne by the candidate. Fee once paid is non-refundable.

 

Application Form :

The online application process for NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through the official portal https://recruitment.nic.in as per the schedule given in the advertisement. Eligible candidates must visit the NIC recruitment portal, register and complete the NIC Scientist B online application form 2026 within the stipulated dates.

Candidates should carefully enter personal details, category,  educational qualifications, GATE details and upload required documents before final submission. After successful submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Dates :

Selection Process :

The NIC Scientist B Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of shortlisting based on valid GATE score followed by Document Verification and Personal Interaction/Interview.

Stage 1 – Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted discipline-wise and category-wise in the ratio of 1:5 on the basis of GATE 2024/2025/2026 score. All candidates with the same GATE score will be called.

Stage 2 – Document Verification & Personal Interaction/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification. Only those found eligible will appear for Personal Interaction/Interview (maximum 50 marks). Minimum qualifying marks: 50% (UR) / 40% (reserved categories).

Final Merit: Final selection will be based on 60% weightage of GATE score + 40% weightage of marks in Personal Interaction/Interview, prepared discipline-wise and category-wise.

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How to Apply :

Eligible candidates must complete the online application through the NIC recruitment portal https://recruitment.nic.in within the specified dates.

Step 1 – Registration: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

Step 2 – Fill Application Form & Upload Documents: Enter all required details and upload scanned photograph, signature and self-attested documents (GATE scorecard, educational certificates, category certificate, etc.).

Step 3 – Payment of Fee (if applicable): Pay Rs. 800/- online (UR/OBC/EWS).

Step 4 – Download Confirmation Page: Take printout of the submitted application and keep it safe for future reference.

 

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