NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 500 Assistant Posts

The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has officially released the NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification for 500 Assistant (Class III Cadre) vacancies across various States and Union Territories in India. Candidates who possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university can apply online from 18 July 2026 to 07 August 2026.

This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a stable Central Government job in the insurance sector with an attractive salary package, career growth, and additional benefits. The selection process consists of the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Regional Language Test.

Details for NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026:

Vacancy Details:

State-wise Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess:

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
• OR
• Equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
• Additionally,
• Candidates should possess the ability to read, write, and speak the Regional Language of the State/UT for which they are applying.
• A Regional Language Test will be conducted before final selection.

Age Limit

As of 01 July 2026

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Candidates should have been born between 02 July 1996 and 01 July 2005 (both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation

Salary

Selected candidates will receive:

• Basic Pay: ₹36,290/- per month
• Pay Scale:
  ₹36,290–21,115(1)–38,405–2,310(2)–43,025–2,600(5)–56,025–3,005(2)–62,035–3,660(3)–73,015–3,800(2)–80,615–4,050(5)–1,00,865

Approximate Monthly Gross Salary: ₹63,000/- in Metropolitan Cities along with admissible allowances.

Selection Process

The selection process for NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 consists of three stages. Candidates must qualify in each stage to be considered for final appointment.

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Online)

The Preliminary Examination is qualifying in nature and consists of objective-type questions.

Stage 2: Main Examination (Online)

Candidates shortlisted in the Preliminary Examination will appear for the Main Examination.

Stage 3: Regional Language Test

Candidates qualifying in the Main Examination will be called for the Regional Language Test, which is qualifying in nature. Final merit will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination, subject to qualifying the Regional Language Test.

Finally, shortlisted candidates will undergo:

• Document Verification
• Medical Examination
• Final Appointment

Exam Pattern:

Phase-I: Preliminary Examination

Key Highlights

• Objective Type Questions
• Separate timing for each section
• English Language section will be in English only.
• Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude will be available in English & Hindi.
• Around 15 times the vacancies (subject to availability) will be shortlisted for the Main Examination.

Phase-II: Main Examination

Important Points

• Total Questions: 200
• Total Marks: 200
• Total Duration: 120 Minutes
• English section is available only in English.
• Other sections will be available in English and Hindi.
• Final merit will be prepared based on the Main Examination marks.

Negative Marking

Candidates should answer carefully because there is a penalty for wrong answers.

• 1/4th mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
• No deduction for unanswered questions.

Regional Language Test (RLT)

Candidates qualifying in the Main Examination will be invited for the Regional Language Test.

The test will assess the candidate’s ability to:

• Read the regional language
• Write the regional language
• Speak the regional language

Important Points

• Qualifying in nature
• No separate marks awarded
• Mandatory for final selection
• Final merit depends on the Main Examination marks after qualifying the RLT

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, IMPS, Wallets)

Examination Centres

NICL will conduct the Preliminary and Main Examinations at various centres across India.

Major Examination Centres

• Guwahati
• Dibrugarh
• Jorhat
• Silchar
• Tezpur
• Kolkata
• Patna
• Ranchi
• Bhubaneswar
• New Delhi
• Jaipur
• Lucknow
• Mumbai
• Pune
• Bengaluru
• Chennai
• Hyderabad
• Kochi
• Ahmedabad
• Bhopal
• Raipur
• Chandigarh
• Srinagar
• Jammu
• Port Blair

Candidates can choose their preferred examination centre while applying online. However, NICL reserves the right to allot a different centre if required.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can submit their applications online by following these simple steps:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Go to the NICL official website and open the Recruitment section.

Step 2: Click on “Apply Online”

Select Assistant Recruitment 2026 and click Apply Online.

Step 3: Register Yourself

Create a new registration using your:

• Name
• Mobile Number
• Email ID

You will receive a Registration Number and Password.

Step 4: Fill the Application Form

Enter all personal, educational, and communication details carefully.

Step 5: Upload Required Documents

Upload the following in the prescribed format:

• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Left Thumb Impression
• Handwritten Declaration
• Live Photograph

Step 6: Pay the Application Fee

Complete the payment using:

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Internet Banking
• IMPS
• UPI
• Mobile Wallet

Step 7: Submit the Form

Verify all entered details and click Submit.

Step 8: Download Confirmation

Download and print:

• Application Form
• Fee Receipt
• Registration Details

For future reference.

Documents Required

• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Graduation Certificate/Marksheet
• Identity Proof
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Regional Language Proof (if required)

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