Introduction
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India public sector general insurance company, has announced the recruitment of 500 Assistants (Class III cadre) for 2026. The online application process starts on 18 July 2026 and closes on 7 August 2026. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply through the official NICL website.
Highlights
| Organisation | National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) |
| Post Name | Assistant (Class III cadre) |
| Total Vacancies | 500 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 18 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Official Website | nationalinsurance.nic.co.in |
Post & Organization Details
The post is for the position of Assistant (Class III cadre) in NICL, a Mini‑Ratna PSU under the Ministry of Finance. The recruitment is conducted on a State/UT basis, and candidates may apply for vacancies in only one State/UT.
Vacancy Details
Category‑wise Vacancy Break‑up (Provisional)
| Category | Vacancies |
| SC | 67 |
| ST | 36 |
| OBC | 104 |
| EWS | 38 |
| UR | 255 |
| Total | 500 |
State/UT‑wise Vacancy & Language
| State/UT | Language | Total Vacancies |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 14 |
| Assam | Assamese | 18 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 12 |
| Delhi (UT) | Hindi | 20 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 34 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 30 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 35 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 18 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 57 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 36 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 49 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 15 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 24 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 46 |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who entered India before 01 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries, with a valid eligibility certificate if not an Indian citizen.
Age Limit
Minimum age: 21 years; Maximum age: 30 years as on 01 July 2026 (date of birth between 02 July 1996 and 01 July 2005, both inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| Ex‑Servicemen/Disabled Ex‑Servicemen | Service rendered + 3 years ( 8 years for Disabled Ex‑Servicemen from SC/ST), max age 50 years |
| Widows, divorced or legally separated women (not remarried) | Up to 35 years (Gen/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) |
| Existing employees of NICL | 5 years |
Cumulative relaxation is not permitted.
Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university (or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government) as on 01 July 2026. Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking the regional language of the applied State/UT is mandatory and will be tested.
Pay Scale & Salary
Pay Scale: Rs. 36,290‑2,115(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)‑100,865.
Approximate total gross emoluments in a metro city: Rs. 53,000 per month (initial stage). Additional benefits include lump‑sum domiciliary medical benefit, group mediclaim policy, leave travel subsidy, and other staff‑welfare schemes.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen | Nil |
| All other candidates | Rs. 850/- (including intimation charges) |
Fees can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or mobile wallets between 18 July 2026 and 7 August 2026. The fee is non‑refundable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Commences | 18 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 7 August 2026 |
| Payment of Application Fee | 18 July 2026 to 7 August 2026 |
| Date of Online Examination – Phase I (Preliminary) | 27 August 2026 |
| Date of Online Examination – Phase II (Main) | 30 October 2026 |
| Downloading of Call Letters for Examination | Not specified (to be notified) |
Selection Process
- Phase I – Preliminary Examination (online).
- Phase II – Main Examination (online).
- Regional Language Test (qualifying, no marks).
- Preparation of final merit list based on Main Examination scores, subject to qualifying the Regional Language Test.
Phase I: Preliminary Examination
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. 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 |
Phase II: Main Examination
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
Negative marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer in both phases. No penalty for unattempted questions.
Regional Language Test
Qualifying test conducted in the regional language of the State/UT applied for. No marks are awarded; the test is only to verify language proficiency.
Documents Required (at Regional Language Test stage)
- Printout of valid Regional Language Test Call Letter
- System‑generated printout of the online application form
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Original and photocopy of Photo Identity Proof
- Graduation mark‑sheets and certificates
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) with Non‑Creamy Layer clause for OBC
- Disability Certificate and UDID card (for PwBD candidates)
- Relevant Ex‑Servicemen proformas (for EXS/DISEXS/DXS candidates)
- Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates)
- No Objection Certificate (for candidates already employed in Government/PSU roles)
How to Apply
- Visit the official website nationalinsurance.nic.co.in and click “Apply Online” under the Recruitment section.
- Register by providing your name, contact details and email ID to obtain a provisional registration number and password.
- Log in using the generated credentials and fill in the application form. Use “Save and Next” to verify each section.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression and hand‑written declaration as per the specifications.
- Review the entire application carefully and click “Complete Registration”.
- Pay the applicable application fee (Rs. 850/- for General/OBC candidates; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen) through the online payment gateway.
- After successful payment, download and print the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | nationalinsurance.nic.co.in |
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date for online registration is 7 August 2026. - Is there any application fee for SC/ST candidates?
No, the application fee is waived for SC/ST, PwBD and Ex‑Servicemen candidates. - What is the age limit for general category candidates?
General category candidates must be between 21 years and 30 years as on 01 July 2026. - Which examinations are conducted for this recruitment?
Two online examinations – Preliminary (Phase I) and Main (Phase II) – followed by a qualifying Regional Language Test. - Do I need to be proficient in the regional language of the state I apply for?
Yes, proficiency in reading, writing and speaking the regional language of the selected State/UT is mandatory and will be tested.