NICL AO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 321 Administrative Officer Posts

Vacancy Details

Important Dates

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

Selection Process

1. Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
2. Phase-II: Main Examination
3. Interview
4. Final Selection: Main Examination (Objective) 80% weightage + Interview 20% weightage

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NICL recruitment website.
2. Open the NICL AO Recruitment 2026 application link.
3. Click on New Registration and enter the required basic details.
4. Select only ONE discipline for which you are eligible.
5. Fill in the online application form carefully with your personal, educational and other required details.
6. Upload the required documents in the prescribed specifications.
7. Review all the information carefully before final submission.
8. Pay the applicable application fee online.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Download and save/print the final submitted application form and payment details for future reference.

Required Documents

1. Photograph – 4.5 cm × 3.5 cm
2. Signature on white paper using black ink
3. Left thumb impression on white paper using black or blue ink
4. Handwritten declaration in English, written in the candidate's own handwriting

Important Notes

• 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.
• Phase-I Exam: 17 November 2026; Phase-II Exam: 22 December 2026.
• There is 1/4 negative marking for each wrong answer in the objective tests of Phase-I and Phase-II. No penalty is imposed for unanswered questions.
• The Descriptive English Test is qualifying in nature and its marks are not counted for Interview/final selection.
• Final selection is based on Main Examination and Interview in an 80:20 ratio.
• Selected candidates may be posted or transferred anywhere in India according to the Company's requirements.
• Candidates must produce the required original documents and self-attested photocopies during the Interview/verification process.
• Appointment is subject to the candidate being found medically fit as per NICL requirements.
• Candidates should regularly check the official NICL recruitment website for updates, changes in examination dates and call letters.

This recruitment offers vacancies across multiple positions. Candidates can explore the available jobs below to view the specific qualifications, experience, age limit, and other requirements for each post.

Available Jobs

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