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Administrative Officer (AO) Scale I - Automobile Engineers

The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has announced 20 vacancies for Administrative Officer (AO) Scale I - Automobile Engineers in India.

Candidates must have B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech. in Automobile Engineering OR B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech. in any branch of Engineering plus a Diploma of at least one year in Automobile Engineering, with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) as on 01 October 2026. The age limit for the post is 21 to 30 years.

The application process is scheduled from 8 October 2026 to 28 October 2026.

Recruitment Overview

OrganizationNational Insurance Company Limited (NICL)
Vacancies20
LocationIndia
Application Start8 October 2026
Application End28 October 2026
Employment TypePermanent

Eligibility

Qualification

  • B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech. in Automobile Engineering OR B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech. in any branch of Engineering plus a Diploma of at least one year in Automobile Engineering, with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) as on 01 October 2026

Age Limit

Max Age

30 years

Min Age

21 years

Relaxation

OBC – Non-Creamy Layer: 3 years
SC/ST: 5 years
PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 years
PwBD (OBC): 13 years
PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
Defence personnel disabled in operation: 3 years
Existing confirmed employees of Public Sector General Insurance Companies, including GIC & Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd.: 8 years

Calculation Date

01 October 2026

Date Of Birth Range

Born not earlier than 02 October 1996 and not later than 01 October 2005

Salary / Pay Scale

Starting Basic Pay: ₹82,485/- per month; Pay Scale: ₹82,485 – 4,050 (14) – ₹1,39,185 – 4,390 (4) – ₹1,56,745; Approx. Total Emoluments: ₹1,14,000/- per month in Metropolitan Centres; Other Benefits: Pension under New Pension Scheme, Gratuity, LTS, Medical Benefits, Group Personal Accident Insurance, etc.; Accommodation: Company/leased accommodation as per applicable norms

Exam Pattern

Phase1

  • Total:
    • Marks: 100
    • Duration: 60 minutes
    • Questions: 100
  • Sections:
    • Marks: 30
    • Section: English Language
    • Duration: 20 minutes
    • Questions: 30
    • Marks: 35
    • Section: Reasoning Ability
    • Duration: 20 minutes
    • Questions: 35
    • Marks: 35
    • Section: Quantitative Aptitude
    • Duration: 20 minutes
    • Questions: 35

Phase2

  • Total:
    • Time: 180 minutes
    • Marks: 250
    • Questions: 250
  • Sections:
    • Time: 35 minutes
    • Marks: 40
    • Section: Test of Reasoning
    • Questions: 40
    • Time: 20 minutes
    • Marks: 40
    • Section: General Awareness
    • Questions: 40
    • Time: 35 minutes
    • Marks: 40
    • Section: Quantitative Aptitude
    • Questions: 40
    • Time: 30 minutes
    • Marks: 40
    • Section: English Language
    • Questions: 40
    • Time: 25 minutes
    • Marks: 40
    • Section: Computer Knowledge
    • Questions: 40
    • Time: 35 minutes
    • Marks: 50
    • Section: Technical & Professional Knowledge
    • Questions: 50

Descriptive Test

After the Main Examination objective test, candidates will take a 30-minute Descriptive English Test carrying 30 marks: Essay – 10 marks, Précis – 10 marks, Comprehension – 10 marks. The Descriptive Test is qualifying in nature, and its marks are not counted for shortlisting for Interview or final selection.

Negative Marking

For both Phase-I and Phase-II objective tests, 1/4 of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer. There is no penalty for an unanswered question.

Additional Requirements

  • Candidates can apply for only ONE discipline. Multiple applications may lead to forfeiture of fees paid for other registrations.
  • Candidates must have the required degree/qualification certificate or valid proof as on 01 October 2026.

Additional Information

Selected candidates may be posted or transferred anywhere in India according to the Company's requirements. Appointment is subject to the candidate being found medically fit as per NICL requirements.

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