NIC STA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has released the much-awaited STA Recruitment 2026 Notification for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ under Advt. No. NIC/STA/2026/2. This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for talented technical graduates and postgraduates to secure a prestigious Central Government job in the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.

Overview of NIC STA Recruitment 2026

The Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) position is a central government technical job with a promising career path, attractive pay, and excellent growth prospects. The official STA Recruitment Short Notification was published on the NIC Recruitment portal, inviting online applications from eligible candidates.

Key Highlights

Recruiting Authority: National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Advertisement No.: NIC/STA/2026/2
Post Name: Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’
Total Vacancies: 376
Application Mode: Online (via recruitment.nic.in)
Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400)
Selection Basis: Valid GATE Score (2024/2025/2026)

Vacancy & Reservation Details

A total of 376 posts are available for NIC STA 2026, distributed across various reservation categories:

Category	Vacancies
Unreserved (UR)	154
Scheduled Caste (SC)	56
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	28
Other Backward Class (NCL)	101
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	37
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)	18*

* Includes 3 backlog vacancies.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the NIC STA Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following:

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have a pass degree in any of the following:

M.Sc./MS
MCA
B.E./B.Tech

Accepted Fields:

Electronics
Electronics & Communication
Electronics & Telecommunication
Computer Sciences
Computer & Networking Security
Software Systems
Information Technology
Informatics

2. GATE Score Requirement

Applicants must possess a valid GATE Score from years 2024, 2025 or 2026 in one of the following streams:

Computer Science & Information Technology (CS)
Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC)
Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DA)

This GATE-based selection makes the NIC STA recruitment highly sought after among engineering and science graduates.

Pay Scale & Benefits

Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-6 of the 7th CPC with a pay range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month. In addition to the basic pay, candidates will also receive various allowances like:

✔ Dearness Allowance (DA)
✔ House Rent Allowance (HRA)
✔ Transport Allowance (TA)

This rewards package makes STA a financially attractive and secure government job.

Important Dates

The detailed NIC STA 2026 notification and application schedule will be announced on the official NIC recruitment website. The full notification is expected to be released approximately within 10 days from the announcement of the GATE 2026 results.

Keep checking https://recruitment.nic.in/ for the official application form and schedule updates.

How to Apply

Once the application link is live, candidates should follow these steps:

Visit the official NIC recruitment website.
Click on the NIC STA 2026 recruitment link.
Complete the new registration with basic details.
Fill in personal and academic details.
Upload required documents (photo, signature, GATE scorecard, certificates).
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Official Notification

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – NIC STA Recruitment 2026

1. What is NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

NIC STA Recruitment 2026 is a Central Government recruitment process conducted by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) to appoint candidates to the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ in various technical domains.

2. How many vacancies are announced in NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

A total of 376 vacancies have been announced for the post of Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ across different categories in NIC STA Recruitment 2026.

3. What is the selection process for NIC STA 2026?

The selection process for NIC STA 2026 is completely based on a valid GATE score. Candidates with GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026 will be considered. There is no separate written examination.

4. Which GATE papers are accepted for NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

NIC accepts GATE scores from the following papers:

Computer Science & Information Technology (CS)
Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC)
Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DA)

5. What is the educational qualification required for NIC STA 2026?

Candidates must possess B.E./B.Tech, M.Sc/MS, or MCA in relevant disciplines such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or related fields from a recognized university.

6. What is the salary of NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’?

Selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Level-6 of the 7th Pay Commission, ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month, along with DA, HRA, and other allowances.

7. Is NIC STA a permanent government job?

Yes, the NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ post is a permanent Central Government job under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

8. How can I apply for NIC STA Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official NIC recruitment portal by completing registration, filling the application form, uploading documents, and submitting the form once the link is active.

9. Is there any application fee for NIC STA 2026?

The application fee details will be clearly mentioned in the detailed official notification. Candidates are advised to check the notification before applying.

10. Where can I download the NIC STA Recruitment 2026 notification PDF?

The official NIC STA Recruitment 2026 notification PDF can be downloaded from the NIC recruitment website once released.

NIC STA Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant ‘A’ Posts