Overview
NIC has released a recruitment notification for the post of Total. Eligible candidates can apply as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- NIC
Important Links
Age Limit
• Scientist-D: Maximum 40 Years • Scientist-C: Maximum 35 Years • Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
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. • 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. • 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)…
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: • Registration • 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) • Payment of Application Fee (if applicable) • 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit?
• Scientist-D: Maximum 40 Years • Scientist-C: Maximum 35 Years • Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
What is the 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. • 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 Acad…