The official NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 500 Assistant vacancies. Graduates aged 21 to 30 years can apply online until 7 August 2026. Review the official notification PDF for comprehensive details on eligibility, exam patterns, and salary structures.
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has officially opened the application window for 500 Assistant (Class III) positions. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications via the official website before the 7 August 2026 deadline. It is crucial to review the state-wise vacancy breakdown, selection procedure, application fees, and critical dates to ensure a successful application.
NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026
Before starting the registration, candidates should thoroughly read the NICL Assistant Notification 2026 PDF. This document contains essential information regarding age relaxation, academic qualifications, exam syllabus, reservation policies, and guidelines for the recruitment process.
Download the Official NICL Assistant 2026 Notification PDF
What’s New in the NICL Assistant 2026 Recruitment?
The 2026 NICL Assistant notification introduces several key updates for applicants:
- 500 Assistant vacancies released across various states.
- Expanded Exam Cities: More testing locations have been added to facilitate easier access.
- Fee Exemption: No application fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
- Revised Basic Pay: The starting monthly basic salary is now Rs. 36,290.
- Application Deadline: Submit your forms by 7th August 2026.
NICL Assistant Notification 2026-Highlights
The NICL Assistant 2026 selection process consists of three distinct phases: the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and a Regional Language Test. Success in each stage is mandatory. As these roles are state-specific, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the local language of their selected state. See the table below for a summary of recruitment details.
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization |
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL)
|
| Post Name |
Assistant (Class III)
|
| Total Vacancies | 500 |
| Category | Recruitment |
| Registration Dates | 18th July 2026 to 7th August 2026 |
| Selection Process |
Prelims, Mains, Regional Language Test, Document Verification & Medical Examination
|
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website |
nationalinsurance.nic.co.in
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NICL Assistant Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 18th July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 18th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 7th August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam |
27th August 2026
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| Main Exam |
30th October 2026
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| Admit Card Release | To Be Notified |
| Regional Language Test |
To Be Announced
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What is NICL Assistant Exam Date 2026?
The official exam schedule has been released alongside the notification. The Preliminary Examination will be held on 27th August 2026, followed by the Main Examination on 30th October 2026. Admit cards will be available for download approximately 10–15 days prior to each scheduled test date.
NICL Assistant Vacancy 2026
A total of 500 Assistant (Class III) positions have been announced by NICL across various states. Refer to the official state-wise vacancy list to understand the distribution of posts in your preferred location.
| 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 Criteria
Below, we have detailed the eligibility requirements necessary for candidates aspiring to apply for these NICL Assistant vacancies.
Age Limit (1/7/2026)
Candidates aged between 21 and 30 years are eligible to register for the NICL Assistant 2026 exam. Specifically, applicants must have been born between 2nd July 1996 and 1st July 2005. Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government norms.
| 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 |
5 years
|
Education Qualification (1/7/2026)
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent educational qualification approved by the Central Government.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the regional language of the State/UT for which the candidate applies is a mandatory requirement for selection.
NICL Assistant Application Form 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online for the NICL Assistant 2026 recruitment via the official portal at https://nationalinsurance.nic.co.in/. Ensure your application is submitted, all required documents are uploaded, and the fee is paid before the registration deadline.
NICL Assistant Application Fees
The category-wise application fee structure is provided below. Payments must be processed online through the application portal using credit/debit cards or net 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
To be considered for the final selection, candidates must successfully clear the stages of the recruitment process. The final merit list will be determined by performance in the Online Main Examination and the Regional Language Test.
- Prelims Exam: Objective-type test. Candidates who qualify are shortlisted for the Mains Exam.
- Main Exam: Marks obtained in this stage are considered for final selection.
- Regional Language Test: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the regional language of the State/UT they have applied for. This test is qualifying in nature.
NICL Assistant Exam Pattern
The official NICL Assistant notification details the syllabus and exam pattern for both Preliminary and Main exams. Prelims consist of three sections, while the Mains comprise five sections. Refer to the table below for the detailed exam structure.
- 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)
NICL Assistant Prelims Exam Pattern
| 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 Regional Language Test (RLT)
The Regional Language Test (RLT) is conducted for candidates who pass the Mains examination to assess their competency in the language of their chosen state or territory.
The Regional Language Test is mandatory and qualifying in nature (no marks awarded). The final merit list is based exclusively on Main Examination scores, provided the candidate qualifies in the language test. Please review the table for specific regional language requirements per state.
| 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 Pre-Exam Training
National Insurance Company Limited provides Pre-Examination Training (PET) for candidates from SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and PwBD categories. Candidates wishing to avail of this training must opt-in during the online application process. The training aims to familiarize candidates with the exam format to boost their preparation.
Stay updated by checking the official NICL website regularly. Information regarding training schedules, dates, and modes of instruction will be communicated directly via the applicant's registered email address and mobile number.
NICL Assistant Exam Centre List
The list of examination centers has been finalized in the official notification. Candidates should choose their preferred test city carefully when completing the online application.
| 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 |
Hamirpur, Kangra, Una
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| Jammu & Kashmir |
Jammu, Samba, Srinagar
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| 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 |
Dimapur, Kohima
|
| 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
|
NICL Assistant Salary 2026
Selected NICL Assistants receive a competitive salary package, supplemented by various allowances and benefits in accordance with company policy.
| Particular | Details |
| Pay Scale |
Rs. 22,405 – ₹62,265
|
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs. 22,405 |
| Approximate Monthly Gross Salary |
Around Rs. 40,000 (depending on place of posting)
|
In addition to the base salary, employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Travel Subsidy (LTS)
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Group Insurance
- Gratuity and other admissible benefits as per company rules.
NICL Assistant Probation Period
New recruits will undergo a probation period of at least 6 months. During this phase, the company will evaluate the candidate’s performance and professional conduct. Probation may be extended if performance standards are not met.
Note: Candidates who resign or are terminated during the probation period are required to refund the salary received during their tenure, plus Rs. 25,000 toward the cost of training.
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FAQs
A total of 500 NICL Assistant vacancies have been officially announced.
The NICL Assistant 2026 recruitment drive aims to fill 500 Class III Assistant positions across various Indian states and territories. The selection process consists of a Prelims, a Mains exam, and a qualifying Regional Language Test.
The NICL Assistant Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 27th August 2026.
The NICL Assistant Main Examination will take place on 30th October 2026 for those who successfully qualify the Preliminary stage.
Eligibility includes a graduation degree in any field and an age range of 21 to 30 years as of 1st July 2026. Candidates must also demonstrate proficiency in the regional language of the state to which they are applying.
No, there is no interview phase for the NICL Assistant 2026 recruitment process.
Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers. A deduction of one-fourth (1/4th) of the marks allocated to the question will be applied for each incorrect response in both the Preliminary and Main examinations.