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NICL Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
National Insurance Company Limited has announced 121 Specialist Administrative Officer (Scale I) vacancies within its 2026–27 recruitment drive. Eligible finance, law, IT, engineering, company secretary and agriculture professionals can check the discipline-wise vacancies, qualifications, salary and application process.
NICL Recruitment 2026 – Overview
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India undertaking, invites online applications for Administrative Officers in Scale I under its Generalist and Specialist recruitment. This page focuses on the 121 Specialist vacancies.
| Organisation | National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) |
| Recruitment | Administrative Officers (Generalists & Specialists) 2026–27 |
| Post covered here | Administrative Officer – Specialist, Scale I |
| Total specialist vacancies | 121 (tentative) |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Registration begins | 08 October 2026 |
| Last date | 28 October 2026 |
| Phase I examination | 17 November 2026 |
| Phase II examination | 22 December 2026 |
| Official website | nationalinsurance.nic.co.in/recruitment |
NICL Specialist Vacancy 2026 – Discipline-Wise Details
The official notification lists the following 121 specialist posts. Vacancies are tentative and may be revised by NICL.
| Sr. | Specialist Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Finance (CA & CMA) | 20 |
| 2 | Legal | 20 |
| 3 | Information Technology | 10 |
| 4 | Automobile Engineers | 20 |
| 5 | Risk Engineers | 28 |
| 6 | Company Secretaries | 2 |
| 7 | Agriculture | 20 |
| 8 | Specialist Backlog – Information Technology | 1 |
| Total Specialist Vacancies | 121 | |
Reservation distribution: UR 58, OBC 31, SC 13, ST 7 and EWS 12, as stated in the notification. PwBD reservation/backlog details are separately specified in the official advertisement. Check the PDF for discipline-wise and category-wise reservation details.
Educational Qualification – Who Can Apply?
Specialist applicants must have the relevant professional or academic qualification for their chosen discipline. The required qualification must be completed by 01 October 2026. The notification generally requires at least 60% marks in the specified degree, or 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, where stated.
1. Finance (CA & CMA) – 20 Posts
Chartered Accountant (ICAI) or Cost and Management Accountant, plus graduation/post-graduation in any discipline from a recognised university with the prescribed marks.
2. Legal – 20 Posts
Graduate or postgraduate degree in Law from a recognised university, with the prescribed minimum marks.
3. Information Technology – 10 Posts
B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech. in Computer Science or Information Technology, or MCA, with the prescribed minimum marks.
4. Automobile Engineers – 20 Posts
Degree/postgraduate degree in Automobile Engineering, or an engineering degree in another branch together with a diploma of at least one year in Automobile Engineering, as specified in the notice.
5. Risk Engineers – 28 Posts
Engineering graduation/post-graduation in a discipline other than the specific IT and Automobile disciplines excluded by the notification, with the prescribed marks.
6. Company Secretaries – 2 Posts
ACS/FCS from ICSI plus graduation/post-graduation in any discipline from a recognised university, with the prescribed marks.
7. Agriculture – 20 Posts
Four-year graduation or postgraduate qualification in Agriculture, Agricultural Biotechnology or Agricultural Engineering, with the prescribed marks.
8. IT Backlog – 1 Post
Specialist backlog vacancy in Information Technology. Refer to the detailed notification for the applicable reservation and eligibility conditions.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age as on 01 October 2026:
- Minimum age: 21 years.
- Maximum age: 30 years.
- General age eligibility: born not earlier than 02 October 1996 and not later than 01 October 2005, both dates inclusive.
Upper-Age Relaxation
| Category | Reported relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC – Non-Creamy Layer | 3 years |
| PwBD – General/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen | As prescribed in the notification |
| Eligible defence personnel disabled in operations | 3 years |
| Confirmed employees of public-sector general insurance companies | 8 years |
Age relaxation is subject to the precise definitions, documentary requirements and maximum-age rules in the official advertisement.
NICL Administrative Officer Salary
The notification states that the starting basic pay for Administrative Officer Scale I is ₹82,485 per month in the prescribed pay scale of ₹82,485–1,56,745.
Total monthly emoluments are approximately ₹1,14,000 in metropolitan centres, subject to applicable allowances and company rules. Officers may also receive benefits such as medical benefits, gratuity, pension under the applicable New Pension Scheme, leave travel subsidy, group personal accident insurance and company/leased accommodation as per norms.
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee / Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹250 |
| All other candidates | ₹1,000 |
The fee is non-refundable. Applicable bank transaction charges, if any, are payable by the candidate. Online fee payment is scheduled from 08 October to 28 October 2026, inclusive.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of online examinations followed by an interview for candidates shortlisted from Phase II.
Phase I – Preliminary Online Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Phase II – Main Examination
The Specialist main examination includes objective sections and a Technical/Professional Knowledge section. The official scheme specifies 250 objective marks across six sections, with the prescribed section-wise timing and a total test duration of 180 minutes. Check the notification for the exact discipline-specific pattern.
Interview
Candidates shortlisted on the basis of Phase II are called for an interview. Final selection is subject to the official selection rules, document checks and medical fitness requirements.
Important Dates
| Official notification | 07 October 2026 |
| Online registration starts | 08 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 28 October 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 28 October 2026 |
| Phase I exam | 17 November 2026 |
| Phase II exam | 22 December 2026 |
| Call letters | To be notified |
| Interview | Schedule to be announced for shortlisted candidates |
How to Apply Online for NICL Specialist AO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official NICL Careers & Recruitment page.
- Open the notice titled Recruitment of 321 Administrative Officers (Scale I) (Generalists & Specialists) 2026–27.
- Read the complete advertisement and select the ONE specialist discipline for which you meet the eligibility conditions.
- Use the official “Click Here to Apply Online” link provided on the NICL recruitment page.
- Complete registration with an active email address and mobile number.
- Enter your personal details, educational qualifications and category information accurately.
- Upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the format specified by the portal.
- Pay the applicable fee online before the closing date.
- Review the form, submit it and save the application printout and payment confirmation.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Recent photograph and signature in the prescribed dimensions.
- Left thumb impression and handwritten declaration, as required by the application instructions.
- Proof of date of birth.
- Degree certificates and mark sheets for the qualifying discipline.
- CA/CMA, ICSI, law, engineering, IT or agriculture qualification evidence, as applicable.
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD certificate, if claiming reservation or relaxation.
- Photo identity proof and other documents requested in the official instructions.
- Employer permission/NOC, if applicable to your employment status.
This is a preparation checklist. Follow the official advertisement for exact formats, dates and document requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Specialist Officer vacancies are available?
There are 121 reported Specialist Administrative Officer Scale I vacancies within the overall 321-post NICL AO recruitment.
Is the last date 28 November 2026?
No. The official notification lists 28 October 2026 as the last date for online registration and fee payment. Check NICL's official page for any subsequent extension.
Can a general graduate apply for every specialist post?
No. Each specialist discipline has specific professional or educational requirements. Applicants must meet the exact criteria for the selected discipline.
What is the age limit?
The general age range is 21 to 30 years as on 01 October 2026, with category-based relaxations as prescribed in the notification.
What is the starting basic pay?
The starting basic pay is ₹82,485 per month, with approximate total emoluments of ₹1,14,000 per month in metropolitan centres, subject to applicable rules.
What is the selection process?
Online Phase I, online Phase II and interview for candidates shortlisted from Phase II, subject to the official selection scheme.
Where can I apply?
Start from the official NICL Careers & Recruitment page at nationalinsurance.nic.co.in/recruitment and follow the application link listed there.
Can I apply for more than one discipline?
No. The official notice says candidates may apply for any one discipline only. Multiple applications may be treated as invalid under the stated rules.
Apply for NICL Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
Check the official notification, confirm your specialist qualification and complete your online application before 28 October 2026.
