Kamal Ghorui
The National Informatics Centre (NIC), functioning under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has invited online applications for the recruitment of Scientist-C and Scientist-D posts on a direct recruitment basis. The drive aims to fill 153 vacancies across various technical and scientific domains, offering lucrative pay scales and opportunities to work on core government technology infrastructure, including e-Governance and national digital platforms.The online application process commenced on April 8, 2026, and will remain open until April 30, 2026 (5:30 PM). Interested and eligible candidates must apply through the official recruitment portal, as no offline applications will be accepted.
NIC recruitment vacancy breakdown and pay scale
The recruitment includes 12 posts for Scientist-D and 141 posts for Scientist-C. Scientist-D positions fall under Pay Level 12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200), while Scientist-C roles are offered under Pay Level 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700).Out of the total vacancies, category-wise reservations have been allocated for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates as per government norms. Additionally, 6 posts are reserved horizontally for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) across categories including locomotor disability, hard of hearing, and multiple disabilities.
Eligibility criteria and experience requirements
Candidates applying for these posts must possess a degree in engineering, technology, or relevant science disciplines. Accepted qualifications include B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc, MCA, M.Phil, or equivalent certifications such as DOEACC ‘B’ Level and AMIE.Eligible fields span a wide range, including Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Cyber Security, Data Communication, Software Engineering, GIS, Mathematics, Statistics, and core engineering disciplines like Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical.For Scientist-C, applicants must have at least 4 years of relevant experience, while Scientist-D candidates are required to have 8 years of experience in research, development, or technical roles in academic institutions, industries, or government organisations. A PhD is desirable for Scientist-D roles.Candidates holding advanced degrees such as M.Tech, M.E., or M.Phil are eligible for a 2-year relaxation in experience requirements.
How to apply online
Candidates must complete the application process through the official NIC recruitment website by following these steps:
- Register on the portal
- Fill out the online application form and upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Download and retain the confirmation page
Direct link to apply for NIC recruitment drive. The application will be considered complete only after all steps are successfully submitted. Incomplete applications or failure to pay the fee within the deadline will lead to rejection.
