NIC Scientist C & Scientist D Recruitment 2026 153 Posts On Hold - Check Official Notification

The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released a recruitment notification for 153 Scientist-C and Scientist-D posts under Advt. No. NIC/SC-C&D/2026/3, inviting applications from eligible candidates with B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, MCA, M.Phil/Ph.D and other relevant qualifications. However, as per the latest notice dated 17 April 2026, the fresh recruitment process for these 141 Scientist-C and 12 Scientist-D posts has been put on hold until further orders in compliance with the directions of the Hon’ble Central Administrative Tribunal, Chennai. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official portal recruitment.nic.in for updated information on the status of NIC Scientist Recruitment 2026, important dates, and further instructions.

NIC Recruitment 2026

The National Informatics Centre (NIC) Recruitment 2026 notification released for 153 posts of Scientist on 8th April 2026. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, MCA, M.Phil/Ph.D Can Apply Online. The Online application process for NIC Recruitment 2026 has started on 08-04-2026 and will remain open until 30-04-2026. The candidate shall apply online through NIC website, nic.gov.in.

NIC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Download

The NIC Scientist Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF has been released on 08-04-2026 at nic.gov.in. Check the complete job details, vacancy, age limit, application fee, selection process and how to apply from the article. You can Check all Latest Sarkari Result Updates of All Central Government Jobs and State Government Jobs.

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Name of the Post: NIC Scientist C & D Online Form 2026

Post Date: 09-04-2026

Latest Update: 08-04-2026

Total Vacancy: 153 Posts

Brief Information: The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has announced a notification for the recruitment of Scientist Vacancy. Eligible Candidates who are interested in the vacancy details & completed all eligibility criteria can read the notification & Apply.

NIC Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview

The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has officially released a recruitment notification for Scientist. For all details regarding the recruitment process, eligibility, and application procedure, refer to the official notification. Eligible candidates can download it from the link below.

Selection Process

The direct recruitment will be done through a three-stage process:

• Stage 1: Screening Test (qualifying in nature)
  • Online MCQ (150 questions, 3 hours duration) on Reasoning, Basic Mathematics, English, Aptitude, Attitude and Leadership Quality.
  • Medium: English only.
  • Qualifying marks: Minimum 60% (relaxable to 50% for OBC and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD if sufficient candidates not available).
  • Shortlisting ratio: Restricted to 1:6 (six candidates per post) in order of merit in each category.
• Stage 2: Evaluation of Academic Records
  • Applications qualifying the Screening Test will be evaluated by a Screening Evaluation Committee.
  • Marks awarded as per detailed norms given in Annexure-I (Scientist-C) and Annexure-II (Scientist-D) (total 120 marks).
  • Shortlisting ratio for Interview: 1:3 (three candidates per post) in order of merit.
• Stage 3: Personal Interaction / Interview
  • 30 marks.
  • Conducted at Delhi or any other location/mode approved by competent authority.
  • Final Merit List: Marks of Evaluation (120) + Interview (30) = 150 marks.

Document Verification: Original documents will be verified prior to the interview. Candidates failing to produce all required original documents will be debarred.

Note: Screening Test is qualifying only. Final selection is based on combined marks of Evaluation + Interview. Normalization of marks will be applied if the test is conducted in multiple batches.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply ONLINE only at https://recruitment.nic.in/ between 08-04-2026 to 30-04-2026 (05:30 PM). No other mode of application will be accepted.

Four Mandatory Steps:

1. Registration
2. Fill Online Application Form & Upload Documents (Photo, Signature, Age Proof, Qualification Certificates, Experience Certificates, Caste/PwBD Certificates, NOC/CCA Declaration, SOP, etc. – full checklist given in the advertisement)
3. Payment of Application Fee (if applicable)
4. Download Confirmation Page

Important:

• Application is complete only after all four steps.
• Aadhaar-based authentication will be used at every stage.
• Candidates can apply for more than one post but must pay separate fee for each.
• Change of category is not permitted after submission.
• Serving Government employees must upload signed CCA Declaration & Acknowledgement (Annexure-VI).

Application Fee (non-refundable):

• Nil – SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates
• Rs. 800/- per post – General and all others

General Instructions

• The number of posts is tentative and may increase or decrease.
• Place of posting: Anywhere in India and outside India.
• Cut-off date for age, qualification and experience: 21-11-2022.
• All communications will be sent only through registered email ID and mobile number. Candidates must regularly check their email/SMS and the official recruitment portal.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Screening Test or Interview.
• Mere fulfilling of minimum eligibility does not entitle a candidate to be called for the next stage.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• Any false information or forged documents will result in cancellation of candidature and legal action.
• Decision of NIC/MeitY in all matters relating to recruitment shall be final.
• Jurisdiction: Any dispute will be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Delhi only.