Short Detail:
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released the official notification for Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026 for 321 posts. Eligible candidates can apply for Generalist and Specialist Officer (Scale I) posts from 08/10/2026 to 28/10/2026. The selection includes Preliminary and Main Exams, followed by an Interview. Check the education requirement for your chosen discipline. Read the notification for age rules, fees, pay and service conditions before submitting the form.
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National Insurance Company Limited (NICL)
NICL Administrative Officer (AO) Recruitment 2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Form Last Date: 28/10/2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 28/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Coming soon
- Pre Exam Date: 17/11/2026
- Main Exam Date: 22/12/2026
- Result Date: Coming soon
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC / EWS / Others: ₹1000/- + GST
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹250/- + GST
- Online payment: Debit / Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card or Mobile Wallet.
NICL Administrative Officer (AO) 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/10/2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- NICL AO Recruitment 2026 Is Providing Extra Age Relaxation Age Per The Rules”
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age After Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 35 years |
| OBC – Non-Creamy Layer | 33 years |
| PwBD – General / EWS | 40 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 43 years |
| PwBD – SC / ST | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs with minimum 5-year service | 35 years |
| Disabled Defence Service Personnel | 33 years |
| Confirmed Public Sector General Insurance Company employees | 38 years |
The upper age cannot exceed 45 years when multiple relaxations are combined.
NICL Administrative Officer (AO) 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 321
| Discipline | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generalists | 80 | 55 | 30 | 15 | 20 | 200 |
| Finance | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| Legal | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| IT | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Automobile Engineers | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| Risk Engineers | 13 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 28 |
| Company Secretaries | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Agriculture | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| IT Specialist Backlog | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 138 | 86 | 43 | 22 | 32 | 321 |
Eligibility Details
| Discipline | Education |
|---|---|
| Generalist | Any recognized Graduation / Post-Graduation degree. |
| Finance | Chartered Accountant (ICAI) or Cost and Management Accountant (ICMAI), plus a Graduation / Post-Graduation degree. |
| Legal | Law degree at Graduation / Post-Graduation level. |
| IT, including backlog | Computer Science / IT degree: BE, B.Tech, ME or M.Tech; MCA is also accepted. |
| Automobile Engineering | BE / B.Tech / ME / M.Tech in Automobile Engineering, or another engineering branch with a minimum 1-year Automobile Engineering diploma. |
| Risk Engineering | Engineering degree at Graduation / Post-Graduation level in a branch other than Computer Science, IT or Automobile Engineering. |
| Company Secretary | Associate / Fellow membership of ICSI, with Graduation / Post-Graduation. |
| Agriculture | A 4-year Agriculture degree or Post-Graduation in Agriculture / Agricultural Biotechnology / Agricultural Engineering. |
NICL Administrative Officer (AO): Salary Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Monthly Pay | ₹82,485 |
| Pay Scale | ₹82,485 – 4050(14) – 139185 – 4390(4) – 156745 |
| Monthly Pay in Metropolitan Centres | Approximately ₹1,14,000 |
| Other Benefits | Pension under NPS, gratuity, LTS, medical facilities, personal accident cover and leased housing |
| First Posting | Stay for at least 5 years |
Important Links
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | NICL Official Website |
| Join Youtube Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Facebook Group | Click Here |
| Instagram Join | Click Here |
NICL Administrative Officer (AO) 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Recruitment Stages
- Preliminary Exam (Phase I).
- Main Exam (Phase II): Objective papers and a typed Descriptive Test.
- Interview (Phase III).
- Final merit: 80% Main Objective Exam + 20% Interview. Medical fitness is required for appointment.
Phase I: Preliminary Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Section Time | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes | English |
| Reasoning | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes | English / Hindi |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes | English / Hindi |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes | — |
Candidates need to pass every section. About 15 candidates per available post in each category will be called for Phase II.
Phase II: Generalist Objective Paper
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| English | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 250 | 250 | 180 minutes |
Phase II: Specialist Objective Paper
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| English | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Technical / Professional Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 35 minutes |
| Total | 250 | 250 | 180 minutes |
Both Main Objective papers use English and Hindi. The English section is available in English only.
Main Descriptive Paper
| Task | Marks |
|---|---|
| Essay | 10 |
| Précis | 10 |
| Comprehension | 10 |
| Total | 30 |
- The Descriptive Test will be for 30 minutes and starts after the Objective Test.
- Candidates type their answers online.
- Only candidates who clear the objective sections have their descriptive answers checked.
- Descriptive marks are qualifying only. They are excluded from interview shortlisting and the final score.
Wrong Answer Penalty
A wrong answer in either objective phase reduces the score by 0.25 of that question’s marks. Unanswered questions have no penalty.
NICL Administrative Officer (AO) 2026: FAQS
When does NICL AO Recruitment 2026 registration close?
Online forms can be submitted until 28/10/2026. The registration process begins on 08/10/2026, and the same closing date applies to fee payment. Applicants should check their entered details and payment status before the deadline.
What posts are available in NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment covers 321 Administrative Officer posts at Scale I. Generalists account for 200 posts. The remaining 121 are for Specialists across Finance, Legal, IT, engineering, Company Secretary and Agriculture disciplines, including the IT backlog post.
Can graduates apply for NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
Graduates from any subject can apply for the Generalist stream if they meet the marks requirement. Specialist streams require the stated professional or subject qualification. Minimum marks are 60% for most applicants and 55% for SC, ST and PwBD applicants.
How is age checked for NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
Age is calculated on 01/10/2026. The normal range is 21 to 30 years, with eligible birth dates from 02/10/1996 to 01/10/2005. Category and service-based relaxations apply as stated in the notice. Combined relaxation has an age cap of 45 years.
How much is the NICL AO Recruitment 2026 application fee?
The online payment is ₹1000 plus GST for General, OBC, EWS and other applicants. SC, ST and PwBD applicants pay ₹250 plus GST. The payment period matches the registration dates, from 08/10/2026 through 28/10/2026.
What are the exam dates for NICL AO Recruitment 2026?
The Preliminary Exam will take place on 17/11/2026, followed by the Main Exam on 22/12/2026. Call-letter release dates have not been given yet. The company will share that information later through its website.
Does NICL AO Recruitment 2026 include negative marking?
Yes. An incorrect objective answer results in a deduction of 1/4 of the marks assigned to that question. This rule applies to Preliminary and Main Objective tests. There is no deduction when a question is left unanswered.
