National Investigation Agency (NIA) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 40 Data Entry Operator and Lower Division Clerk Posts (Deputation). Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official NIA website. The last date to submit the application form is 06-04-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NIA Data Entry Operator and Lower Division Clerk Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
NIA Data Entry Operator and Lower Division Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | National Investigation Agency (NIA) |
| Post Name | Data Entry Operator and Lower Division Clerk |
| Number of Posts | 40 |
| Advertisement Number | E-78/001/Dep-DEO/NIA/2025/11880 |
| Salary | DEO: Rs 29,200 – 92,300 (Pay Matrix Level 5); LDC: Rs 19,900 – 63,200 (Pay Matrix Level 2) |
| Qualification | For DEO: 'O' or 'A' level certificate for Information Technology. For LDC: 12th pass |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years |
| Last Date | 06 April 2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Deputation |
NIA Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the NIA Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
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NIA Data Entry Operator and Lower Division Clerk Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Data Entry Operator (On Deputation Basis) | 35 |
| Lower Division Clerk (On Deputation Basis) | 5 |
| Total | 40 |
Eligibility Criteria (Deputation)
Data Entry Operator
- Officers of the Central Government or State Government or Public Sector Undertakings or Autonomous Government Institutions holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department
- 'O' or 'A' level certificate for Information Technology from an Institute recognised by the Government
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- Officers of the Central Government or State Governments or Union territory Administrations holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department
- 12th class pass from a recognised Board or equivalent
Age Limit
- Data Entry Operator: Maximum 56 years
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Maximum 56 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary |
| Data Entry Operator | Pay Matrix Level 5 (Rs 29,200 – 92,300) |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Pay Matrix Level 2 (Rs 19,900 – 63,200) |
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Apply: 20-02-2026
- Last Date for Apply: 06-04-2026
Selection Process
- Deputation basis
How to Apply
- The nominations of eligible officials alongwith following documents should reach to the SP (Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 through proper channel within 45 days from the date of publication of this item in 'Employment News'.
- Bio-data in prescribed proforma(Annexure-II) (available in NIA website www.nia.gov.in/recruitment-notice.htm) duly filled and countersigned by the competent authority.
- Photo copies of APAR dossier from the year 2020-21 to 2024-25 duly attested.
- Departmental Enquiry/Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- Integrity Certificate.
- The details of major/minor penalties imposed on the official during the last 10 years.
- Supporting documents with regards to possessing 'O' or 'A' level certificate for Information Technology from an Institute recognized by the Government for the post of Data Entry Operator Only.
General Information/Instructions
- The eligibility criteria (educational qualification, experience, etc.) are furnished in the enclosed Annexure-I(A) & I(B) (available at NIA website www.nia.gov.in/recruitment-notice.htm). The candidates who apply for the post will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently.
- It is requested that the above advertisement may kindly be circulated among all Departments/Institutions/Offices under your charge and also hosted on their websites. The nominations of eligible officials alongwith following documents should reach to the SP (Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 through proper channel within 45 days from the date of publication of this item in 'Employment News'.
- Applications received after the last date, or incomplete application, in any respect, or those not accompanied by the documents/ information as per Para 3 above shall not be considered. The Cadre Authorities may ascertain that the particulars sent by the officials are correct as per the records.
- The eligibility criteria and application form as well as Recruitment Rules are also available on NIA website www.nia.gov.in/recruitment-rules.htm.
NIA Data Entry Operator and Lower Division Clerk Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
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