NICL Administrative Officer (Generalists and Specialists) Scale I Recruitment 2026-27

Recruitment Overview

National Insurance Company Limited (Head Office, Kolkata) has officially released notification reference Official Notification for the engagement of 321 vacancies in All India. This notification announces regular, probation one year for Administrative Officer (Scale I). Eligible candidates can submit their applications on the official recruitment portal before 28 October 2026. Review the overview table below for key administrative details.

Important Dates and Registration Schedule

Candidates must strictly adhere to the schedule announced in Official Notification.

Vacancy Distribution and Seat Matrix

Under Official Notification, 321 posts have been advertised. Seat allocations verified from the notification are outlined below.

Designated Post and Seat Allocation

Recruitment covers the following designated post with project-wise allocations across the district:

Category-Wise Seat Distribution

The total 321 vacancies are distributed across social categories as verified from the official notice:

Unit and Division Allocation Matrix

Unit-wise distribution across establishments:

Reservation Policy: Statutory vertical and horizontal reservations apply as per notification guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria, Academic Qualifications and Age Limit

Candidates must verify that they fulfill all academic, technical, service, and age criteria prior to submitting their application.

1. General Eligibility & Language Criteria

• Graduation/post-graduation from a recognised university with at least 60% marks in either degree (55% for SC/ST/PwBD); discipline-wise requirements below, as on 2026-10-01.

2. Age Criteria and Cut-Off Limits

• Minimum Age: 21 completed years.
• Cut-off Date for Age: Calculated as on 2026-10-01.

3. Upper Age Relaxations

• SC ST: Relaxation of 5 years.
• OBC NON CREAMY LAYER: Relaxation of 3 years.
• PWBD GEN EWS: Relaxation of 10 years.
• PWBD SC ST: Relaxation of 15 years.
• PWBD OBC: Relaxation of 13 years.
• EX SERVICEMEN ECO SSCO ELIGIBLE: Relaxation of 5 years.
• DEFENCE PERSONNEL DISABLED IN OPERATIONS: Relaxation of 3 years.
• CONFIRMED EMPLOYEES OF PUBLIC SECTOR GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANIES: Relaxation of 8 years.
• CUMULATIVE CAP: Relaxation of Cumulative relaxation, maximum age not exceeding 45 years.

4. Mandatory Documents & Verification Checklist

• Obc: Non-creamy layer certificate valid as on date of online registration
• Ews: Income and asset certificate issued after 2026-03-31
• Pwbd: Disability certificate of not less than 40% disability
• Nationality: Citizen of India, subject of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugee (before 1962-01-01) or person of Indian origin as specified

Application Fee and Remittance Details

Candidates must submit the non-refundable application fee through the prescribed payment method as specified in the recruitment notification:

• Payment Channel: Online drawn in favor of "National Insurance Company Limited".
• Submission: The original Demand Draft must be enclosed along with the application form and self-attested documents.

Selection Procedure, Merit Formulation and Verification

Selection under advertisement Official Notification is strictly based on the norms established by the recruitment board.

1. Procedural Selection Stages

1. Stage 1: Phase I preliminary online examination (100 marks, 60 minutes)
2. Stage 2: Phase II main examination: objective test 250 marks plus descriptive test 30 marks
3. Stage 3: Interview
4. Stage 4: Final merit list

Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted exclusively via the designated recruitment portal as outlined in notification Official Notification.

1. Visit the official application portal: National Insurance Company Limited Portal.
2. Locate the online application link for engagement notification Official Notification.
3. Upload scanned copies of required certificates (domicile, caste, educational marksheets, income certificate) as prompted by the portal.
4. Remit the application fee (Rs 1000) through the integrated online payment gateway (exempted categories bypass this step).
5. Preview all entries carefully and complete the final submission.

Crucial Traps and Points to Verify Before Submitting

Carefully note the following clauses from the official notification to avoid disqualification during scrutiny:

• Important Notice: Notice date and advertisement number not located in the extracted text.
• Important Notice: Examination centre list and exact PwBD sub-category breakup should be checked against PDF.

Official Links and Notification Download

Frequently Asked Questions

How many posts are advertised?

321 Administrative Officer (Scale I) posts: 121 specialist posts across seven disciplines including 1 backlog, and 200 generalist posts. Vacancies are provisional.

What is the last date to apply?

28 October 2026; registration starts 8 October 2026.

What is the application fee?

Rs. 1000 for all other candidates and Rs. 250 for SC/ST/PwBD.

What is the age limit?

21 to 30 years as on 1 October 2026, with relaxations for reserved categories.

What are the exam dates?

Phase I on 17 November 2026 and Phase II on 22 December 2026.

What qualification is required?

A graduate or postgraduate degree with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD), with discipline-specific requirements for specialists.

What is the starting pay?

Basic pay of Rs. 82,485, with total emoluments of about Rs. 1,14,000 per month in metropolitan centres.

Can I apply for more than one discipline?

No, candidates can apply for one discipline only; only the latest valid application is retained.