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NICL AO Recruitment 2026: Apply for 321 Administrative Officer Positions

The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has opened applications for 321 Administrative Officer positions, with a deadline of October 28, 2026. This recruitment includes roles in both Generalist and Specialist categories, requiring various qualifications. Candidates aged 21 to 30 are eligible to apply, with exams scheduled for November and December 2026. Selected individuals will enjoy a competitive salary package. For detailed application instructions and eligibility criteria, read the full article.
By Ambika Singh Oct 9, 2026, 21:56 IST

Overview of NICL AO Recruitment 2026



The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has announced the recruitment of 321 Administrative Officers (Scale-I). The online application process commenced today and will remain open until October 28, 2026.


Details of Available Positions

This recruitment drive aims to fill positions in both Generalist and Specialist categories. The breakdown of the posts is as follows:


  • 200 Generalist Officer positions


  • 121 Specialist Officer positions, including:



    • 20 in Finance


    • 20 in Legal


    • 21 in Information Technology


    • 10 in Automobile Engineering


    • 28 in Risk Engineering


    • 2 in Company Secretary


    • 20 in Agriculture




Candidates applying for Generalist positions must hold a graduation or post-graduation degree in any discipline. General category applicants need a minimum of 60% marks, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates require at least 55%.


Qualifications Required for Specialist Posts

Specific qualifications for each Specialist position include:



  • Finance: Graduation or post-graduation with CA/CMA qualification.


  • Legal: Degree in Law (graduate or post-graduate).


  • Information Technology: BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech, or MCA in Computer Science or IT.


  • Automobile Engineering: Relevant engineering qualification.


  • Risk Engineering: BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in engineering (excluding Computer Science/IT and Automobile Engineering).


  • Company Secretary: ACS/FCS certification from ICSI, along with a degree.


  • Agriculture: Four-year degree in Agriculture or related fields.



Age Requirements

Candidates must be aged between 21 and 30 years as of October 1, 2026. This means applicants should be born between October 2, 1996, and October 1, 2005. Age relaxation is available for candidates from reserved categories.


Examination Schedule

The selection process includes two online exams followed by an interview. The Phase-1 exam is set for November 17, 2026, and those who pass will move on to the Phase-2 Main Examination on December 22, 2026.

Salary Information

Selected candidates for the Administrative Officer (Scale-1) role will receive a starting basic salary of ₹82,485. With allowances, the total monthly compensation is expected to be around ₹1,14,000.


Application Process

Steps to apply:



  1. Visit the NICL recruitment section on their official website.


  2. Complete the registration process and provide the necessary details.


  3. Upload a photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration.


  4. Fill in personal and educational information accurately.


  5. Review the application carefully and pay the application fee.


  6. Submit the application and download the receipt for your records.