- Shortlisting based on GATE Score (Ratio 1:5)
- Document Verification
- Personal Interaction/ Interview
NIC Scientist-B Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 243 Posts
National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released the notification for 243 Scientist-B posts. Check NIC Vacancy 2026 details, eligibility, age limit, and apply link on or before 24 Apr 2026.
NIC Scientist B Notification 2026 Overview
| Organization | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Scientist-B |
| Total Vacancy | 243 |
| Who Can Apply | Indian Citizens |
| Location | |
| Qualification | |
| Salary | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 PM |
| Last Date | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Important Dates
- Start Date 27 Mar 2026
- Last Date 24 Apr 2026
- Exam Date Notify Soon
Application Fee
- UR/ OBC (NCL)/ EWSRs. 800
- SC/ ST/ PwBD/ WomenNil
- Payment Mode Online
Discipline-wise / Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & IT | 168 |
| Electronics and Communication | 25 |
| Data Science and AI | 50 |
Category Wise Vacancy
| Discipline | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & IT | 70 | 25 | 12 | 45 | 16 | 168 |
| Electronics and Communication | 13 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 25 |
| Data Science and AI | 22 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 50 |
| Total | 105 | 32 | 16 | 64 | 26 | 243 |
NIC Vacancy 2026 Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total | Qualification | Age Limit | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist-B (Computer Sciences & IT) | 168 | B.E/ B.Tech/ M.Sc/ MCA/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil with Valid GATE Score in CS. | Max 30 Years | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 PM |
| Scientist-B (Electronics and Communication) | 25 | B.E/ B.Tech/ M.Sc/ MCA/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil with Valid GATE Score in EC. | Max 30 Years | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 PM |
| Scientist-B (Data Science and AI) | 50 | B.E/ B.Tech/ M.Sc/ MCA/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil with Valid GATE Score in DA. | Max 30 Years | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 PM |
Scientist-B (Computer Sciences & IT)
168 PostsQualification
B.E/ B.Tech/ M.Sc/ MCA/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil with Valid GATE Score in CS.
Age Limit
Max 30 YearsSalary
Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 PMScientist-B (Electronics and Communication)
25 PostsQualification
B.E/ B.Tech/ M.Sc/ MCA/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil with Valid GATE Score in EC.
Age Limit
Max 30 YearsSalary
Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 PMScientist-B (Data Science and AI)
50 PostsQualification
B.E/ B.Tech/ M.Sc/ MCA/ M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Phil with Valid GATE Score in DA.
Age Limit
Max 30 YearsSalary
Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 PMSelection Weightage Breakdown:
| Parameter | Weightage (%) of Marks |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026/ 2025/ 2024 Score | 60% |
| Personal Interaction/ Interview | 40% |
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Candidates must visit the official website https://recruitment.nic.in.
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On the homepage, navigate to the Recruitment / Career section.
3
Find the notification for Scientist-B and read it carefully.
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Click on the "Apply Online" link and register yourself.
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Fill in the required details like Personal Info, Education, etc.
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Upload scanned copies of Photo, Signature, and other documents.
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Pay the applicable fee via Online mode.
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Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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