National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released the NICL Assistant Notification 2026 on its official website for the recruitment of 500 Assistant (Class III) vacancies across various States and Union Territories. The online application process for NICL Assistant 2026 has started today, 18th July 2026, at www.nationalinsurance.nic.co.in.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their application forms online within the registration period. Before applying, candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, state-wise vacancies, selection process, exam pattern, important dates, application fee, and other recruitment details to ensure they meet all the requirements.
NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 Out
The NICL Assistant Official PDF 2026 has been released on the official website for the recruitment of 500 Assistant (Class III) posts. The notification contains complete details about the eligibility criteria, state-wise vacancies, important dates, application process, exam pattern, selection process, salary, and other recruitment guidelines. Candidates should read the official notification carefully before submitting their online application.
Download NICL Assistant Notification 2026 Official PDF
NICL Assistant 2026 Notification – Latest Announcements
The detailed NICL Assistant 2026 Notification PDF mentions the following announcements from NICL:
- A total of 500 vacancies have been announced.
- New Exam cities have been added, hence, examination centres choice have expanded (complete list is shared below).
- Application fee for SC/ST/PWBD/EXS candidates have been exempted (for general category – it remains the same).
- The basic salary has been revised and increased to Rs. 36,290 per month. The pay scale is also revised.
- The online application process started on 18th July 2026.
- The Prelims exam will be held on 27th August 2026, and the Mains will be held on 30th October 2026.
NICL Assistant Recruitment-Highlights
The recruitment for NICL Assistant 2026 will be conducted in multiple stages, i.e., Prelims, Mains, and Regional Language Test. Candidates who clear each stage successfully will be appointed as Assistant (Class III) and posted at various offices across India and will receive a starting salary of Rs. 36,290 plus allowances. The table below provides a quick overview of the key details related to the recruitment.
| Particular | Details |
| Name of Organisation | National Insurance Company |
| Post Name | Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 500 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 18 July to 7 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years |
| Education Qualification | A graduation in any discipline |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Regional Language Test |
| Salary | Rs. 36,290 in a metro city |
| Official website | www.nationalinsurance.nic.co.in |
NICL Assistant Exam: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration commences from | 18th July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 7th August 2026 |
| Phase I Exam Date | 27th August 2026 |
| Phase II Exam Date | 30th October 2026 |
NICL Assistant Vacancy 2026 Details- State and Category Wise
The details of the NICL Assistant Vacancy have been released together with the official detailed Notification. A total of 500 vacancies have been notified, and category-wise vacancies are mentioned in the table below.
| NICL Assistant 2026 Category-wise Vacancy Data |
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| Sl. No. | State/Union Territory | Language | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 14 |
| 2 | Arunachal Pradesh | English | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 3 | Assam | Assamese | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 18 |
| 4 | Bihar | Hindi | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 12 |
| 5 | Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 18 |
| 6 | Goa | Konkani | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 7 | Gujarat | Gujarati | 2 | 4 | 9 | 3 | 16 | 34 |
| 8 | Haryana | Hindi | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 10 | Jharkhand | Hindi | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 11 | Karnataka | Kannada | 5 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 30 |
| 12 | Kerala | Malayalam | 5 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 21 | 35 |
| 13 | Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 18 |
| 14 | Maharashtra | Marathi | 3 | 6 | 16 | 5 | 27 | 57 |
| 15 | Meghalaya | Khasi/Garo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 16 | Mizoram | Mizo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 17 | Nagaland | English | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 18 | Odisha | Odia | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 16 |
| 19 | Punjab | Punjabi | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 20 | Rajasthan | Hindi | 7 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 15 | 36 |
| 21 | Sikkim | Nepali/English | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 22 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 8 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 28 | 49 |
| 23 | Telangana | Telugu | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
| 24 | Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 25 | Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 24 |
| 26 | Uttarakhand | Hindi | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 8 |
| 27 | West Bengal | Bengali | 9 | 1 | 13 | 4 | 19 | 46 |
| 28 | Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi/Punjabi | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 29 | Delhi (UT) | Hindi | 4 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 20 |
| 30 | Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| 31 | Puducherry (UT) | Tamil | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Grand Total | – | – | 67 | 36 | 104 | 38 | 255 | 500 |
NICL Assistant Eligibility
Here we have discussed about the NICL Assistant eligibility as required to be eligible to apply for vacancies released by NICL for Assistant posts.
Age Limit (1/7/2026)
Candidates aged between 21 and 30 years are eligible to apply for the NICL Assistant Notification Form Online. Applicants must have been born between 2nd July 1996 and 1st July 2005 (inclusive). Age relaxation for reserved categories is as follows:
| Categories | Upper Age Limit Relaxation |
| Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC, Non-Creamy layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Ex-Serviceman. Disabled Ex-Serviceman |
The actual period of service rendered in the defence forces + 3 years, subject to a maximum of 45 years |
| Widows, Divorced women and women legally separated from their Husbands, who have not remarried |
Age concession up to the age of 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST candidates |
| Existing Employees of the Company |
Education Qualification (1/7/2026)
Candidates must have obtained a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
Knowledge of Reading, writing, and speaking of the regional language of the State / UT against the vacancies for which a candidate wishes to apply is essential.
NICL Assistant Application Form 2026
The online registration process started on 18th July 2026 on the official website Candidates who met the required eligibility criteria can submit their applications along with the applicable fee before the deadline.
NICL Assistant Application Fees
The category-wise application fee details are mentioned in the table below. Fees should be paid online during the application process using various payment methods, such as debit or credit cards and internet banking.
| NICL Assistant Application Fees 2026 | |
| Category | Application Fees |
| SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | NIL |
| All candidates other than SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | Rs. 850/- (Application fee including Intimation Charges) |
NICL Assistant Selection Process
Candidates must go through several stages to be considered for selection. The final selection will be based on their performance in the online Main Examination and the Regional Language Test. While the preliminary exam is qualifying, candidates must achieve passing marks as determined by the company.
- Stage 1: Preliminary Exam
- Stage 2: Mains Exam
- Stage 3: Regional Language Test
NICL Assistant Exam Pattern
The official NICL Assistant exam has a detailed syllabus and exam pattern for both the prelims and mains exams. In the prelims exam, there are three subjects, and in the mains exam, there are five. Candidates can check the table below for the Exam Pattern.
NICL Assistant Prelims Exam Pattern
- Mode of Exam: Online
- Type of Questions: Objective (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each incorrect answer
- Language: English & Hindi (English Language section is available only in English)
| Section | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
NICL Assistant Mains Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 45 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
NICL Assistant Pre-Exam Training
The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) provides Pre-Examination Training (PET) for candidates belonging to the SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and PwBD categories. Eligible candidates must select the PET option while filling out the online application form. The training is conducted to help candidates understand the exam pattern and improve their preparation before the Preliminary Examination.
Candidates should regularly visit the official NICL website for updates regarding the training schedule. The details regarding date, time, and mode of training will be intimated through the registered email ID and mobile number.
NICL Assistant Regional Language Test (RLT)
The Regional Language Test (RLT) for NICL Assistant is conducted for candidates who qualify the Online Mains Exam to test proficiency in the regional language of the State/UT for which they have applied.
The Language Test is qualifying in nature, which is mandatory, and no marks are awarded for it. The final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in the Online Mains Examination, subject to qualifying the Regional Language Test. Check the table for state-wise language requirements.
| Sl. No. | State/UT | Language Proficiency |
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu |
| 2 | Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland | English |
| 3 | Assam | Assamese |
| 4 | Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, UP, Uttarakhand, Delhi | Hindi |
| 5 | Goa | Konkani |
| 6 | Gujarat | Gujarati |
| 7 | Karnataka | Kannada |
| 8 | Kerala | Malayalam |
| 9 | Maharashtra | Marathi |
| 10 | Manipur | Manipuri |
| 11 | Meghalaya | Khasi/Garo |
| 12 | Mizoram | Mizo |
| 13 | Odisha | Odia |
| 14 | Punjab | Punjabi |
| 15 | Sikkim | Nepali/English |
| 16 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil |
| 17 | Telangana | Telugu |
| 18 | Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok |
| 19 | West Bengal | Bengali |
| 20 | Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Hindi/English |
| 21 | Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi/Punjabi |
| 22 | Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu |
| 23 | Ladakh | Ladakhi |
| 24 | Puducherry (UT) | Tamil |
NICL Assistant Probation Period
Candidates selected as NICL Assistants will be placed on a probation period of at least 6 months from the date of joining. During this period, NICL officials will assess the employee’s performance, conduct, and suitability for the role. If the performance does not meet the company’s expectations, the probation period may be extended.
Note: Candidates who resign during the probation period or whose services are terminated by NICL will be required to refund the entire salary received during their service, along with Rs. 25,000 towards the partial cost of training.
NICL Assistant Previous Year Cut Off (2024)
NICL Assistant Exam Centre List
The latest exam centre list has been published with the NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026. Candidates are required to select their preferred exam centre while filling out the application form. In the table below, we have provided the Prelims exam centre.
| State/UT | Exam Centres |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh |
Anantapur, Chirala, Guntur/Vijayawada, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun |
| Assam |
Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
| Bihar |
Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea |
| Chhattisgarh |
Bhilai, Bhilai Nagar, Bilaspur, Raipur |
| Delhi (NCT) | New Delhi |
| Goa | Panaji |
| Gujarat |
Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Anand/Baroda, Bardoli/Surat, Mehsana, Rajkot |
| Haryana |
Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Kurukshetra |
| Himachal Pradesh | |
| Jammu & Kashmir | |
| Jharkhand |
Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka |
Belagavi (Belgaum), Bengaluru, Hubballi (Hubli)/Dharwad, Kalaburagi (Gulbarga), Mangaluru (Mangalore), Mysuru (Mysore), Shivamogga (Shimoga), Udupi |
| Kerala |
Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Kannur, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur |
| Ladakh | Kargil, Leh |
| Lakshadweep | Kavaratti |
| Madhya Pradesh |
Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain |
| Maharashtra |
Amravati, Chandrapur, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/MMR, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Sangli, Satara, Solapur |
| Manipur |
Churachandpur, Imphal, Kakching |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | |
| Odisha |
Balasore, Berhampur (Ganjam), Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur |
| Punjab |
Amritsar, Bathinda, Mohali, Patiala, Phagwara |
| Puducherry | Puducherry |
| Rajasthan |
Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur |
| Sikkim | Gangtok |
| Tamil Nadu |
Chennai, Coimbatore, Erode, Kanchipuram, Kanyakumari/Nagercoil, Madurai, Namakkal, Salem, Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Tirunelveli, Tiruppur, Vellore, Virudhunagar |
| Telangana |
Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh |
Agra, Aligarh, Ayodhya, Bareilly, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Noida, Prayagraj, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand |
Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee |
| West Bengal |
Asansol, Burdwan, Durgapur, Hooghly, Kalyani, Kolkata, Siliguri |
