National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) released the detailed notification on 17th July 2026 for NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026. NICL will fill 500 assistant (Class III) posts this year. Online registration starts on 18th July 2026 and closes on 07th August 2026. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for aspirants seeking a career in the insurance sector. Interested candidates can check the details of the recruitment like eligibility, selection process, and more here.
NICL Assistant Notification 2026 Out
The NICL Assistant Notification 2026 has been released on 17th July 2026 for 500 vacancies. The notification containing details of the recruitment like vacancy, selection process, and other details is shared below.
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NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 Key Dates
Here are the main dates for this year's recruitment cycle, as confirmed in the official notification. Take a FREE NICL Assistant Mock Test to understand the exam level.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17th July 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 18th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Register | 07th August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam (Phase I) | 27th August 2026 |
| Mains Exam (Phase II) | 30th October 2026 |
How many vacancies are there for NICL Assistant 2026?
The NICL Assistant vacancy for 2026 is 500. The state-wise and category vacancy is discussed below.
| Sl.No | State/UT | 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 |
| 16 | Meghalaya | Khasi/Garo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 17 | Mizoram | Mizo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 18 | Nagaland | English | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 19 | Orissa | Odia | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 16 |
| 20 | Punjab | Punjabi | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 21 | Rajasthan | Hindi | 7 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 15 | 36 |
| 22 | Sikkim | Nepali/English | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 23 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 8 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 28 | 49 |
| 24 | Telangana | Telugu | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
| 25 | Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 26 | Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 24 |
| 27 | Uttarakhand | Hindi | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 8 |
| 28 | West Bengal | Bengali | 9 | 1 | 13 | 4 | 19 | 46 |
| 30 | Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi/Punjabi | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 31 | Delhi (UT) | Hindi | 4 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 20 |
| 32 | Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| 34 | Puducherry (UT) | Tamil | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| — | Total | — | 67 | 36 | 104 | 38 | 255 | 500 |
NICL Assistant Apply Online Link
Candidates can apply online for NICL Assistant 2026 through the official website at https://nationalinsurance.nic.co.in/recruitment, once the full application link goes live. Registration is open from 18th July 2026 to 07th August 2026, and the process is online only, so candidates will need to register with their name, email ID, and mobile number; fill in their personal and academic details; upload a photo, signature, and required certificates; pay the application fee online; and download the submission receipt for future reference.
How do I apply online for NICL Assistant 2026?
Candidates can apply through the official NICL careers portal once the application link goes live. Registration is open from 18th July 2026 to 07th August 2026, and the process is online only. The steps below outline how the application process usually works.
- Visit the official website: https://nationalinsurance.nic.co.in/recruitment.
- Go to the recruitment section and find the NICL Assistant application link.
- Register using your name, email ID, and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal, academic, and communication details.
- Upload your photo, signature, and required certificates.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save a copy of the receipt.
What is the application fee for NICL Assistant 2026?
There is no application fee for candidates belonging to the SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen categories. Rest all other candidates will have to pay Rs. 850 to register for NICL Assistant 2026.
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹100/- (Intimation Charges only) |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850/- (Includes Application & Intimation Charges) |
What are the eligibility criteria for NICL Assistant 2026?
To apply, a candidate must be 21 to 30 years old as of 01.07.2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories as applicable. A candidate must also hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university, with no minimum percentage required. Knowledge of reading, writing, and speaking the regional language of the state or union territory applied for is essential.
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What is the selection process for NICL Assistant?
Selection happens in three stages, and a candidate must clear all of them to be considered for the final list.
- Stage 1: Prelims Exam – 27th August 2026
- Stage 2: Mains Exam – 30th October 2026
- Stage 3: Regional Language Test
NICL Assistant Exam Pattern 2026
The NICL Assistant exam pattern below is based on previous cycles, since NICL usually keeps this format unchanged year to year.
NICL Assistant Prelims Exam Pattern
The Prelims exam has 100 questions across three sections to be completed in 60 minutes. Each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks.
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks | Time 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
The mains exam decides the final merit list. It has 200 questions across five sections, to be completed in 120 minutes. Each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks.
| Name of Test/Section | Type of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Exam | Duration |
|---|
| Test of Reasoning | Objective | 40 | 40 | English / Hindi | 30 minutes |
| Test of English Language | Objective | 40 | 40 | English | 30 minutes |
| Test of Numerical Ability | Objective | 40 | 40 | English / Hindi | 30 minutes |
| Test of General Awareness | Objective | 40 | 40 | English / Hindi | 15 minutes |
| Test of Computer Knowledge | Objective | 40 | 40 | English / Hindi | 15 minutes |
| Total | - | 200 | 200 | - | 120 minutes |
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NICL Assistant Regional Language Test
This is the last stage of selection. A candidate must show that they can read, write, and speak the regional language of the state or UT they applied for. This stage carries no marks, but a candidate must clear it to be selected.
What are the final selection criteria for NICL Assistant?
Final selection depends only on marks scored in the mains exam, as long as the candidate also clears the regional language test. There is no interview. Only candidates who clear all three stages make it to the final merit list.
NICL Assistant Syllabus 2026
The table below lists the main subjects and topics candidates should prepare for both Prelims and Mains. Check the NICL Assistant Syllabus below. Prelims and Mains cover mostly the same topics. Mains is harder, and it adds two extra subjects: general awareness and computer knowledge.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|
| English Language | Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Detection, Para Jumbles, Vocabulary, Sentence Improvement, Synonyms & Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases |
| Reasoning Ability | Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Inequality, Coding-Decoding, Input-Output, Logical Reasoning, Direction Sense |
| Numerical Ability | Simplification, Data Interpretation, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Percentage, Quadratic Equations, Time & Distance, Mixtures & Allegations |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Banking & Insurance Awareness, Static GK |
| Computer Knowledge | Basics of Computers, MS Office, Internet, Networking Concepts |
What is the salary for the NICL Assistant 2026?
The official notification onfirms a revised, higher pay scale for 2026. The starting basic pay is ₹36,290 per month, and total emoluments come to about ₹63,000 per month in metro cities, plus other allowances as per company rules. The revised NICL Assistant Salary is
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹36,290
- Pay Scale: ₹36,290 – 2115(1) – 38,405 – 2310(2) – 43,025 – 2600(5) – 56,025 – 3005(2) – 62,035 – 3660(3) – 73,015 – 3800(2) – 80,615 – 4050(5) – 100,865
- Total Emoluments: About ₹63,000 per month in metropolitan centers
