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NIC Scientific Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026 Advt NIC-STA-2026-2
National Informatics Centre
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Vacancies
rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates exempted)
Application Fee
Recruitment Details
| Organisation | National Informatics Centre |
| Post Name | NIC Scientific Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026 Advt NIC-STA-2026-2 |
| Total Vacancies | 376 Posts |
| Job Location | All India |
| Category | government |
| Education Qualification | See post-wise details below |
| Application Fee | rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates exempted) |
| Selection Process | GATE Score Merit List, Document Verification |
| Application Start Date | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 Sep 2026 |
| Official Website | View Notification |
| Posted On | 03 Sep 2026 |
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Post-wise Vacancy Details
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Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Computer Sciences & Information Technology)
300 Posts
Qualification
M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Sciences, Computer and Networking Security, Software System, Information Technology, or Informatics (single or in combination)
Age Limit
UR/EWS 30 years, SC/ST 35 years, OBC(NCL) 33 years, PwBD 40-45 years depending on category, Service Candidates 35-40 years
Pay Scale
Level 6 (Rs. 35400-Rs.112400) of 7th CPC
Application Fee
rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women exempted)
Experience Required
Not required
Additional Info
Requires valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) in Paper Code CS; 15 posts reserved for PwBD (Locomotor disability, Hard of Hearing, Multiple Disabilities)
2
Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Electronics and Communication Engineering)
26 Posts
Qualification
M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in the fields specified for Electronics and Communication Engineering (GATE Paper Code EC)
Age Limit
UR/EWS 30 years, SC/ST 35 years, OBC(NCL) 33 years, PwBD 40-45 years depending on category, Service Candidates 35-40 years
Pay Scale
Level 6 (Rs. 35400-Rs.112400) of 7th CPC
Application Fee
rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women exempted)
Experience Required
Not required
Additional Info
Requires valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) in Paper Code EC; 2 posts reserved for PwBD
3
Scientific/Technical Assistant-A (Data Science and Artificial Intelligence)
50 Posts
Qualification
M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in the fields specified for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GATE Paper Code DA)
Age Limit
UR/EWS 30 years, SC/ST 35 years, OBC(NCL) 33 years, PwBD 40-45 years depending on category, Service Candidates 35-40 years
Pay Scale
Level 6 (Rs. 35400-Rs.112400) of 7th CPC
Application Fee
rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women exempted)
Experience Required
Not required
Additional Info
Requires valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) in Paper Code DA; 2 posts reserved for PwBD
Total Vacancies: 376 Posts
About This Notification
National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, invites applications for 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts (Group-B S&T, non-Gazetted, Level 6 of 7th CPC) across Computer Sciences & Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence disciplines. Merit is based on a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026. Online applications are open from 01.09.2026 (10:00 AM) to 30.09.2026 (5:30 PM).
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Refer to Post-wise Vacancy Details table above |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Job Location | All India (Various States) |
| Application Fee | rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates exempted) Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances |
How to Apply Online
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Read the Notification Download and read the official notification PDF completely before applying. Check all eligibility criteria carefully.
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Visit Official Website Go to the official website of National Informatics Centre and find the recruitment / career section
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New Registration If you are a new user, register with your mobile number and email ID to get login credentials
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Fill Application Form Login and fill the online application form with your personal, educational and professional details. Double-check before submitting.
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Upload Documents Upload scanned copies of your Photo (passport size), Signature, and required certificates as per the specified size and format
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Pay Application Fee Pay rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates exempted) via Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
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Submit & Take Printout Submit your application and download the confirmation page. Take a printout and keep it safe for future reference.
Important: Always apply before the last date. Application submitted after 30 Sep 2026 will not be accepted. Fee once paid will not be refunded.
TNCareerHub Tip: Apply at least 3-4 days before the last date to avoid technical issues on the official website. Keep scanned documents ready in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is the National Informatics Centre (NIC) recruitment for Scientific/Technical Assistant-A, Advertisement No. NIC/STA/2026/2.
The National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India.
376 vacancies in total - 300 for Computer Sciences & Information Technology, 26 for Electronics and Communication Engineering, and 50 for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
A Pass in M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in the fields specified for each discipline, along with a valid GATE score (2024, 2025 or 2026) in the corresponding paper code (CS, EC or DA).
30 years for UR/EWS, 35 years for SC/ST, 33 years for OBC(NCL), and 40-45 years for PwBD depending on sub-category, as on the closing date 30/09/2026.
Rs. 800/- per discipline applied for, with SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates exempted.
A category-wise merit list is prepared per discipline based on GATE score; shortlisted candidates are called for document verification before provisional appointment.
The closing date for online applications is 30/09/2026 (05:30 PM).
Documents Required
DOB proof, Matriculation & Senior Secondary certificates
GATE Score Card (2024/2025/2026)
Qualification certificate/marksheets
CGPA conversion certificate, if applicable
Category/PwBD certificate, if applicable
NOC (if in government/PSU service)
Exact document list will be mentioned in the official notification. Download notification for complete details.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- GATE paper code not matching the discipline applied
- Uploading irrelevant/illegible documents
- Applying for multiple disciplines without separate fee for each
- OBC(NCL) certificate not in the correct GOI format
- Missing NOC for currently employed candidates
Verification Checklist Before Submitting
- GATE paper code matches discipline/post
- GATE score year is 2024/2025/2026
- Qualification certificate shows result declaration date
- Category/PwBD certificates in prescribed format
- Aadhaar authentication linked
- Fee payment completed before closing
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30 Sep 2026
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Total Vacancies
376 Posts
Job Location
All India
Application Fee
rs 800 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates exempted)
Important Dates
Notification Date
03 Sep 2026
Start Date
01 Sep 2026
Last Date
30 Sep 2026
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