NICL AO Recruitment 2026
NICL AO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 321 Administrative Officer Posts
NICL Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026 — 321 vacancies.
NICL AO Recruitment 2026: National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a leading Govt. of India undertaking, has issued the official notification inviting online applications for the recruitment of 321 Administrative Officers (Scale I) from the open market. Vacancies are available across Generalist and multiple Specialist disciplines (Finance, Legal, IT, Automobile/Risk Engineers, Company Secretaries, and Agriculture). Eligible and interested candidates can apply online at nationalinsurance.nic.co.in between 08 October and 28 October 2026.
Total Vacancies
321
Qualifications
Graduate / PG
Online Apply
08 Oct 2026
Last Date
28 Oct 2026
Important Application Note: A candidate can apply for ONLY ONE discipline. In case of multiple applications (within the same discipline or across disciplines), only the latest valid (completed) application will be retained, and the fee paid for the other registrations will stand forfeited.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Commences | 08.10.2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 28.10.2026 |
| Date of Online Examination – Phase I (Preliminary) | 17.11.2026 |
| Date of Online Examination – Phase II (Mains) | 22.12.2026 |
Vacancy & Salary Details
A total of 321 vacancies are to be filled on a regular basis. The positions are divided broadly into Generalist and Specialist streams. The Specialist backlog vacancies include 1 post for IT.
| Discipline | Total Vacancies | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generalists | 200 | 80 | 55 | 30 | 15 | 20 |
| Finance (CA & CMA) | 20 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Legal | 20 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Information Technology (including 1 backlog) | 21 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Automobile Engineers | 20 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Risk Engineers | 28 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Company Secretaries | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Agriculture | 10 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 321 | 138 | 86 | 43 | 22 | 32 |
Salary & Benefits
The starting Basic pay is ₹ 82,485/- in the scale of ₹ 82,485 – 4050(14) – 139185 – 4390(4) – 156745. The total approximate emoluments in Metropolitan Centres will be around ₹ 1,14,000/- per month. Benefits include Pension (NPS), Gratuity, LTS, Medical Benefits, Group Personal Accident Insurance, and company/leased accommodation as per norms.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (As on 01.10.2026)
The candidate must be between 21 to 30 years of age (born not earlier than 02.10.1996 and not later than 01.10.2005, both dates inclusive).
| Category | Permissible Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-creamy layer) | 3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years (Gen/EWS), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen & Commissioned Officers | 5 Years (subject to specific military service conditions) |
2. Educational Qualifications (As on 01.10.2026)
Minimum Marks Rule: Candidates must possess at least 60% marks in either of their degree examinations (Graduation or Post-Graduation). For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, the minimum requirement is 55% marks.
- Generalist: Graduate / Post Graduate in any stream from a recognized University.
- Finance (CA & CMA): Chartered Accountant (ICAI) OR Cost and Management Accountant (ICWAI) AND Graduation/Post Graduation in any discipline.
- Legal: Graduate / Post Graduate in Law.
- Information Technology: B.E/B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/IT OR MCA.
- Automobile Engineers: B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech in Automobile Engineering OR Engineering in any branch with a Diploma (at least 1 year) in Automobile Engineering.
- Risk Engineers: Engineering (Graduation/Post-graduation) in any discipline (excluding IT and Automobile).
- Company Secretaries: ACS/FCS from ICSI AND Graduation/Post-graduation in any discipline.
- Agriculture: Graduate (4 years) / Post Graduate in Agriculture / Agricultural Biotechnology / Agricultural Engineering.
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 250/- (Intimation Charges & GST only) |
| All other candidates (UR / OBC / EWS) | ₹ 1000/- (Application fee + Intimation Charges & GST) |
Note: Bank transaction charges, if applicable, have to be borne by the candidate. Fees once paid will not be refunded or adjusted.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment involves a three-phase selection procedure:
1
Phase I (Prelims)Online Objective Test (100 Marks, 60 mins)2
Phase II (Mains)Online Objective (250 Marks) + Descriptive (30 Marks)3
Phase III (Interview)Based on Mains merit (80:20 Weightage)- Preliminary Exam (Phase I): Consists of English Language (30 Qs), Reasoning Ability (35 Qs), and Quantitative Aptitude (35 Qs). Each section is separately timed for 20 minutes (Total 1 Hour). Approximately 15 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted.
- Mains Exam (Phase II) – Objective: 250 marks. For Generalists (5 sections: Reasoning, GA, Quant, English, Computer). For Specialists (6 sections: Same 5 + Professional Knowledge test). Duration varies from 2.5 to 3 hours depending on the stream.
- Mains Exam (Phase II) – Descriptive: 30 Marks / 30 Minutes test of English Language (Essay 10 marks, Précis 10 marks, Comprehension 10 marks) typed on the computer. This paper is qualifying in nature.
- Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question for every wrong answer in the Objective tests.
- Final Merit List: Arrived at based on scores obtained in the Main Examination (Objective test) and Interview in an 80:20 ratio.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official NICL website’s recruitment page: nationalinsurance.nic.co.in/recruitment.
- Click on the option “APPLY ONLINE” and choose the tab “Click here for New Registration”.
- Enter your basic details to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph (20kb-50kb) and signature in black ink (10kb-20kb). Additionally, a live photo capture is mandatory.
- Upload your Left Thumb Impression (20kb-50kb) and a Hand Written Declaration (50kb-100kb) in English: “I, [Name], hereby declare that all information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
- Verify all details using the “Preview” tab, as no modifications are allowed after final submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Print the e-receipt and the submitted application form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are in NICL AO Recruitment 2026? ▼
There are a total of 321 vacancies: 200 for Generalists and 121 for various Specialist disciplines (Finance, Legal, IT, Automobile/Risk Engineers, CS, and Agriculture).
Can I apply for more than one discipline? ▼
No, a candidate can apply for only ONE discipline. If multiple applications are submitted, only the latest valid application will be retained, and previous fees will be forfeited.
What is the age limit for NICL AO 2026? ▼
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 30 years as on 01.10.2026. Age relaxations up to 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates apply.
Is there negative marking in the exam? ▼
Yes, a penalty of 1/4th (0.25) of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains objective tests.
Are final year students eligible to apply? ▼
The candidate must possess a valid Mark-sheet/Degree Certificate confirming they have passed the qualifying examination on or before 01.10.2026.