NICL AO Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India undertaking headquartered in New Town, Kolkata. According to the published information, NICL is inviting online applications for 321 Administrative Officer (Scale-I) posts, including both Generalist and Specialist disciplines.
The detailed advertisement was released on 7 October 2026, and the online application window is open from 8 October to 28 October 2026. Interested candidates are advised to read the full notification and verify all details on the official website, nationalinsurance.nic.co.in, before applying.
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NICL AO Recruitment 2026 : Overview
| Organization | National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) |
| Post Name | Administrative Officer (AO) Scale-I |
| Total Vacancies | 321 (provisional) |
| Advertisement Date | 7 October 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | nationalinsurance.nic.co.in |
NICL AO Recruitment 2026 : Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 7 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 8 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Phase-I Preliminary Exam | 17 November 2026 |
| Phase-II Main Exam | 22 December 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Posts |
| Generalist | 200 |
| Specialist – Finance (CA & CMA) | 20 |
| Specialist – Legal | 20 |
| Specialist – IT | 10 (+1 backlog) |
| Specialist – Automobile Engineers | 20 |
| Specialist – Risk Engineers | 28 |
| Specialist – Company Secretaries | 2 |
| Specialist – Agriculture | 20 |
| Total | 321 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements as on 1 October 2026. For the Generalist discipline, a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates) is required. Specialist disciplines require the relevant professional qualification, such as CA/CMA for Finance, a law degree for Legal, or the relevant engineering/professional qualification for the other streams. A candidate may apply for only one discipline.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 1 October 2026 — that is, born between 02/10/1996 and 01/10/2005 (both dates inclusive). Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 1000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 250 |
| Payment Mode | Online modes only |
Selection Process
According to the published information, selection will be made through a three-stage process: Phase-I preliminary online examination, Phase-II main online examination, and finally an interview. Candidates who qualify in the preliminary exam will be shortlisted for the main examination, and the call letters will be made available on the official website in due course.
Salary
The post of Administrative Officer (Scale-I) carries a starting basic pay of ₹ 82,485 in the pay scale 82485-4050(14)-139185-4390(4)-156745. Total emoluments are approximately ₹ 1,14,000 per month in metropolitan centres, along with other benefits admissible as per company rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NICL website at nationalinsurance.nic.co.in and go to the Recruitment section.
- Open the NICL AO Recruitment 2026 notification and read the full advertisement carefully.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload the photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee through an online mode and submit the form before 28 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Scanned passport-size photograph and signature
- Matriculation / degree certificates and mark sheets
- Professional qualification certificates (for Specialist disciplines)
- Caste / category certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID proof and active email ID and mobile number
Candidates from a banking background may also want to look at our article on Bank of Baroda Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 for another government-sector opportunity.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification | Check Here- Notification |
| Official Website | nationalinsurance.nic.co.in |
FAQs
How many posts are available in NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
There are 321 Administrative Officer (Scale-I) posts — 200 Generalist and 121 Specialist posts. The vacancies are provisional as per the notification.
What is the last date to apply for NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 28 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
What is the application fee for NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs 1000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and Rs 250 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, payable through online modes only.
What is the age limit for NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be 21 to 30 years old as on 1 October 2026 (born between 02/10/1996 and 01/10/2005). Relaxation applies for reserved categories as per rules.
What is the selection process for NICL AO?
Selection is through the Phase-I preliminary online exam, Phase-II main online exam, and an interview.
What is the salary of an NICL Administrative Officer?
The starting basic pay is Rs 82,485 in Scale-I, with total emoluments of about Rs 1,14,000 per month in metropolitan centres.
Can I apply for more than one discipline?
No. A candidate may apply for only one discipline — either Generalist or one Specialist stream.
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