The National Informatics Centre has released NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 376 tentative posts of Scientific/Technical Assistant-A, covering Computer Sciences & Information Technology (300 posts), Electronics and Communication Engineering (26 posts), and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (50 posts). This is a purely GATE score-based recruitment, with no written examination or interview conducted separately.
Under NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026, candidates need a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026 in the corresponding discipline paper code (CS, EC or DA), along with a relevant engineering or master’s degree obtained on or before 30 September 2026. This makes it an ideal opportunity for GATE-qualified candidates who want a direct entry into a Group-B S&T government post without further competitive tests.
Overview of NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
Particulars
Details
Organisation
National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Post Name
Scientific/Technical Assistant-A
Advertisement Number
NIC/STA/2026/2
Total Vacancies
376 (tentative)
Disciplines
Computer Sciences & IT (300), Electronics & Communication (26), Data Science & AI (50)
Application Mode
Online
Application Window
1 to 30 September 2026 (5:30 PM)
Official Website
recruitment.nic.in
Eligibility Criteria
Valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026 in the relevant paper code — CS (Computer Sciences & IT), EC (Electronics & Communication) or DA (Data Science & AI).
Computer Sciences & IT: M.Sc./MS/MCA/B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics, Computer Sciences, Networking Security, Software Systems, Information Technology or Informatics.
Essential qualification must be obtained on or before 30 September 2026; no work experience is required.
Age Limit (as on 30.09.2026): UR/EWS 30 years, SC/ST 35 years, OBC-NCL 33 years, PwBD 40 years, with further relaxation for service candidates.
Pay Scale
Level 6, 7th Central Pay Commission: Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400, plus applicable allowances.
Application Fee
Category
Fee
SC/ST/PwBD/Women
Nil
UR/OBC-NCL/EWS
Rs. 800 (per discipline)
Selection Process
Merit list preparation, discipline-wise, based on the GATE score.
Candidates submit their best GATE score from any eligible year (2024/2025/2026), all given equal weightage.
Ties broken by GATE year (older year ranked higher), then by age, then by qualifying percentage.
Document verification of shortlisted candidates, followed by provisional appointment.
How to Apply for NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
Visit https://recruitment.nic.in and complete registration with a valid email and mobile number.
Fill in the online application form and upload the required documents, including your GATE Score Card.
Pay the applicable fee online, if not exempted.
Download the confirmation page after successful submission before 30 September 2026, 5:30 PM.
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Q1: How many total vacancies are there in NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A: A total of 376 tentative vacancies are notified across three disciplines.
Q2: Which GATE years are valid for this recruitment?
A: GATE scores from 2024, 2025 or 2026 in the relevant paper code are valid.
Q3: Is there a written examination or interview for this post?
A: No, selection is based purely on the GATE score; there is no separate written test or interview.
Q4: What is the application fee for general category candidates?
A: UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates pay Rs. 800 per discipline; SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted.
Q5: What is the last date to apply online?
A: The online application window closes on 30 September 2026 at 5:30 PM.
GATE-qualified engineering and computer science graduates should apply for NIC Scientific Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 before 30 September 2026, submitting their best eligible GATE score.
