NICL AO Recruitment 2026 | 321 Vacancies | Generalist & Specialist | Apply at ibpsreg.ibps.in/niiclsep26/ | Last Date: 28 October 2026
NICL AO Recruitment 2026-27 – Quick Summary
| Organisation | National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) – Central PSU, Ministry of Finance |
| Post | Administrative Officer (AO) Scale-I – Generalist & Specialist |
| Total Vacancies | 321 (200 Generalist + 121 Specialist) |
| Pay Scale | ₹82,485 – ₹1,56,745/month |
| Qualification | Graduate in any discipline (Generalist) | Relevant Degree for Specialist posts |
| Age Limit | 21–30 years (as on 01 October 2026) |
| Application Fee | ₹850/- (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹175/- (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Application Opens | 08 October 2026 — TODAY |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026 |
| Phase-I Prelims | 17 November 2026 |
| Phase-II Mains | 22 December 2026 |
| Apply Portal | ibpsreg.ibps.in/niiclsep26/ |
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National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), one of India’s premier Central Public Sector general insurance companies under the Ministry of Finance, has released its Administrative Officer (Scale-I) Recruitment 2026-27 notification on 07 October 2026. The recruitment has 200 Generalist and 121 Specialist vacancies. Online applications are open from today — 08 October 2026 and close on 28 October 2026. Phase-I Prelims are scheduled for 17 November 2026 and Phase-II Mains for 22 December 2026. Applications are submitted via the IBPS portal at ibpsreg.ibps.in/niiclsep26/. For more Bank & Insurance Jobs 2026 and Central Govt Jobs 2026, visit our hubs.
Vacancy Details
| Stream | Posts | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generalist | Administrative Officer | 200 | Graduate in any discipline from recognised University (min. 60%) |
| Specialist – Legal | Administrative Officer | Part of 121 | LLB/LLM from recognised University |
| Specialist – Finance/Accounts | Administrative Officer | Part of 121 | CA / ICWA or MBA (Finance) from recognised institution |
| Specialist – IT | Administrative Officer | Part of 121 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT or MCA |
| Specialist – Automobile Engineering | Administrative Officer | Part of 121 | B.E./B.Tech in Automobile/Mechanical Engineering |
| Other Specialist streams | Administrative Officer | Balance of 121 | As per official notification PDF |
| Total | 321 | ||
⚠️ Category-wise (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR) and stream-wise vacancy breakup in the official notification PDF at nationalinsurance.nic.co.in.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 07 October 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 08 October 2026 ← TODAY |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 October 2026 |
| Pre-Exam Training | November 2026 |
| Phase-I Prelims Admit Card | November 2026 (to be notified) |
| Phase-I Prelims Exam | 17 November 2026 |
| Phase-II Mains Exam | 22 December 2026 |
| Interview | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 28 October 2026)
- Generalist: Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Legal: LLB/LLM with minimum 60% marks
- Finance/Accounts: CA / ICWA / MBA Finance with minimum 60% marks
- IT: B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT or MCA with minimum 60% marks
- Automobile Engineering: B.E./B.Tech in Automobile/Mechanical Engineering with minimum 60% marks
- Full-time regular degree only — distance/correspondence not eligible
Age Limit (as on 01 October 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | 21–30 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 21–33 years (+3 years) |
| SC / ST | 21–35 years (+5 years) |
| PwBD (UR) | Up to 40 years (+10 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. of India rules |
Salary
Pay Scale: ₹82,485 – 4,050(14) – ₹1,39,185 – 4,390(4) – ₹1,56,745
Basic Pay starting at ₹82,485/month plus DA, HRA, Special Allowance, Medical benefits, LTC, Gratuity, and other perquisites as per NICL service rules. Approximate gross CTC at metro cities: ₹12–14 LPA.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹850/- (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175/- (intimation charges only) |
Fee payable online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI.
Selection Process
- Phase-I — Preliminary Examination (Online CBT) — 17 November 2026
- Phase-II — Main Examination (Online CBT + Descriptive Test) — 22 December 2026
- Interview — For candidates shortlisted from Phase-II
Phase-I Exam Pattern (Prelims)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 60 Minutes |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Phase-II Exam Pattern (Mains)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness + Insurance & Financial Market | 40 | 40 |
| English Language | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
| Professional Knowledge (Specialist only) | 40 | 40 |
| Descriptive (Essay + Letter/Précis writing) | — | 30 |
How to Apply
- Visit the IBPS portal: ibpsreg.ibps.in/niiclsep26/
- Click on New Registration and fill in Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number
- Select post — Generalist or Specialist discipline
- Fill in personal, educational and community details
- Upload photo (JPG, 20–50 KB) and signature (JPG, 10–20 KB)
- Pay application fee online
- Submit before 28 October 2026 and save the confirmation
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies in NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
321 tentative vacancies — 200 Generalist and 121 Specialist posts for Administrative Officer Scale-I.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for NICL AO 2026?
28 October 2026. Applications open from 8 October 2026 via ibpsreg.ibps.in/niiclsep26/.
Q3. What is the NICL AO exam date 2026?
Phase-I Prelims: 17 November 2026. Phase-II Mains: 22 December 2026.
Q4. What is the salary for NICL AO 2026?
Basic pay starting at ₹82,485/month with scale ₹82,485–₹1,56,745. Approximate gross CTC ~₹12–14 LPA at metro centres.
Q5. What is the age limit for NICL AO 2026?
21–30 years as on 01 October 2026. OBC: +3 years. SC/ST: +5 years. PwBD: +10 years.
Q6. Can engineers apply for NICL AO 2026?
Yes — for the Specialist (IT) stream with B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT or MCA, and for Specialist (Automobile Engineering) with B.E./B.Tech in Automobile/Mechanical Engineering.
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