NICL AO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | New India Assurance Company Limited (NICL) |
| Post Name | Administrative Officer (Scale-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 321 Posts |
| Basic Pay | ₹82,485/month (Scale ₹82,485–₹1,56,745) |
| Total Emoluments | ~₹1,14,000/month (metro postings) |
| Application Mode | Online via IBPS portal |
| Application Start | 08 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Phase-I Exam Date | 17 November 2026 |
| Phase-II Exam Date | 22 December 2026 |
| Official Website | nationalinsurance.nic.co.in |
About NICL
New India Assurance Company Limited (NICL) is India’s largest general insurance public sector company, wholly owned by the Government of India. Established in 1919 and headquartered in Mumbai, NICL operates across India and internationally. It offers motor, health, marine, fire, and other general insurance products. NICL is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Finance and is one of the premier PSU employers in the insurance sector.
Vacancy Details
| Post / Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Generalist | 200 |
| Risk Engineers | 28 |
| Finance (CA/CMA) | 20 |
| Agriculture | 20 |
| Automobile Engineers | 20 |
| Legal | 20 |
| Information Technology | 11 |
| Company Secretary | 2 |
| Total | 321 |
Pay Scale and Benefits
- Pay Scale: ₹82,485 – ₹1,56,745 (Scale-I AO)
- Basic Pay: ₹82,485/month
- Total Emoluments (Metro): Approximately ₹1,14,000/month including DA, HRA, and allowances
- Other Benefits: Medical benefits, LFC, pension (NPS), conveyance allowance, CCA, and other perquisites as per NICL service regulations
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Generalist: Graduation in any discipline with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST)
- Finance (CA/CMA): CA or CMA qualification, or B.Com/M.Com with 60% marks
- Legal: LLB (3-year or 5-year integrated) from a recognized university
- Information Technology: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/IT, or MCA with 60% marks
- Automobile Engineers: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Automobile Engineering with 60% marks
- Risk Engineers: Relevant engineering degree (discipline details as per official notification)
- Agriculture: B.Sc./M.Sc. in Agriculture or related field
- Company Secretary: CS qualification from ICSI
Age Limit (as on 01 October 2026)
- Age: 21 to 30 years
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation (up to 35 years)
- OBC-NCL: 3 years relaxation (up to 33 years)
- PwBD: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years, up to age 45
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹250 |
Payment via online mode on IBPS portal. Fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Phase-I (Prelims): Online objective test — 100 MCQs in 60 minutes. Sections: English Language, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude. Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. Qualifying marks: 40% (35% for SC/ST/PwBD). Exam Date: 17 November 2026
- Phase-II (Mains): Online objective + descriptive test. Exam Date: 22 December 2026. Descriptive paper includes Essay, Précis, Comprehension (30 marks, 30 minutes)
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification and Medical Examination
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 07 October 2026 |
| Application Start | 08 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Phase-I Exam (Prelims) | 17 November 2026 |
| Phase-II Exam (Mains) | 22 December 2026 |
How to Apply for NICL AO 2026
- Visit the IBPS recruitment portal: ibpsreg.ibps.in/niiclsep26/
- Register with your basic details and get your registration number
- Fill in the online application form carefully
- Upload photograph, signature, and other required documents
- Pay the application fee online (₹1,000 for General; ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD)
- Submit the form and save/print the confirmation for records
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NICL AO 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 28 October 2026 at 11:59 PM via the IBPS portal ibpsreg.ibps.in/niiclsep26/.
Q2. What is the salary for NICL AO post?
The basic pay is ₹82,485/month in the pay scale of ₹82,485–₹1,56,745. With DA, HRA, and other allowances, total in-hand emoluments at metro centres are approximately ₹1,14,000/month.
Q3. Is there negative marking in NICL AO exam?
Yes. In Phase-I (Prelims), there is negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Unattempted questions carry no penalty.
Q4. Can Science graduates apply for the Generalist post?
Yes. Any graduate (Arts, Science, Commerce) with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST) in graduation is eligible for the Generalist post.
Q5. What is the selection process for NICL AO 2026?
Selection involves Phase-I Online Exam (Prelims on 17 Nov 2026), Phase-II Online Exam (Mains on 22 Dec 2026), followed by a Personal Interview and Document Verification/Medical Examination.