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National Informatics Centre (NIC) / NIELIT NIC Scientist 'C' & Scientist 'D' Recruitment 2026 Advt No.: NIELIT/NIC/2026/1 Recruitment for Group 'A' Scientist 'C' and Scientist 'D' Posts in NIC www.careerraftar.com

NIC Scientist C & D Recruitment 2026: Overview

National Informatics Centre (NIC) in association with National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) has released the official recruitment notification for Scientist 'C' and Scientist 'D' (Group 'A') posts. Candidates with relevant B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc/MCA degrees along with required professional experience are eligible to apply online. Complete schedule, eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and direct links are detailed below.

Important Dates (Schedule)

Advt No. / Notification NIELIT/NIC/2026/1 Online Application Start Date August 2026 Last Date to Apply Online September 2026 (5:00 PM) Last Date for Fee Payment September 2026 Admit Card Release Date To Be Notified Written Examination Date To Be Notified

Application Fee & Payment Mode

Category Application Fee General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates ₹ 800/- SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates NIL (Exempted) Payment Mode: Online payment using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI Payment Gateway.

Vacancy & Post Details

Post Name Pay Level (7th CPC) Pay Scale Scientist 'C' (Group A) Level-11 Rs. 67,700 - 2,08,700/- Scientist 'D' (Group A) Level-12 Rs. 78,800 - 2,09,200/-

Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit & Qualification)

1. Educational Qualification: Scientist 'C': Bachelor Degree in Engineering/Technology (B.E/B.Tech) OR Master Degree in Computer Applications (MCA) / M.Sc / M.E / M.Tech in Electronics, CS, IT, Cyber Security or equivalent + Minimum 4 Years of post-qualification professional experience. Scientist 'D': B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in relevant branches + Minimum 8 Years of post-qualification experience in relevant areas. 2. Upper Age Limit (as on last date of application): Post Name UR / EWS OBC (NCL) SC / ST PwBD Scientist 'C' 40 Years 43 Years 45 Years 50 Years Scientist 'D' 45 Years 48 Years 50 Years 55 Years

Selection Process

The recruitment process for NIC Scientist 'C' & 'D' posts comprises: Screening Test / Written Examination: Objective / Subjective pattern to shortlist eligible candidates based on merit. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates in the ratio fixed by NIC/NIELIT will appear for the Interview round. Document Verification & Medical Check-up: Final merit list prepared based on performance in Written Exam and Interview.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview

The written test syllabus covers two main parts: Generic Area: Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness. Technical Area: Computer Science, Networking, Data Structures, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, System Design & Architecture.

How to Fill NIC Scientist Online Application Form Step-by-Step

Visit the NIELIT recruitment portal: register-delhi.nielit.gov.in. Click on "Apply Online for NIC Scientist 'C' and Scientist 'D' Recruitment". Complete initial registration with personal details, mobile number, and email ID. Fill up qualification, work experience details, and preferred exam center choices carefully. Upload scanned copies of Passport Photograph, Signature, DOB Proof, Qualification Certificates, and Experience Certificates. Pay the Application Fee using available online payment options (if applicable). Preview and submit the final application form. Print the confirmation page for future reference.

Useful Important Links

Apply Online Registration Click Here Download Official Notification PDF Click Here Official Website (NIELIT) Click Here Official Website (NIC) Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the post classification for NIC Scientist C and D? Ans: Both Scientist 'C' and Scientist 'D' are Group 'A' Gazetted technical posts in NIC. Q2: Is work experience mandatory for NIC Scientist 'C' post? Ans: Yes, a minimum of 4 years of relevant post-qualification experience is required for Scientist 'C'. Q3: What is the experience requirement for Scientist 'D'? Ans: Candidates applying for Scientist 'D' must have at least 8 years of post-qualification professional experience. Q4: What is the application fee for female and SC/ST candidates? Ans: SC, ST, PwBD, and Female candidates are totally exempted from paying the application fee. Q5: What is the upper age limit for General category in Scientist 'C'? Ans: The maximum age limit for UR / EWS candidates for Scientist 'C' is 40 years.