National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released the NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification for 500 Assistant (Class III) vacancies across various States and Union Territories. Check the complete notification details below.
| Organization | National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) |
| Post Name | Assistant (Class III) |
| Vacancies | 500 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Phase-I Exam | 27 August 2026 |
About NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India undertaking and one of India’s leading public sector general insurance companies, has invited online applications for recruitment to the post of Assistant in the Class III cadre.
The recruitment offers 500 vacancies across different States and Union Territories. Candidates can apply for only one State/UT and must possess proficiency in the regional language of the selected State, as qualifying the Regional Language Test is mandatory for final selection.
Key Recruitment Information
Vacancies: NICL has announced 500 Assistant vacancies across various States and Union Territories. The vacancies are distributed state-wise, and candidates are allowed to apply for only one State or Union Territory.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government as on 01 July 2026.
Applicants must also be able to read, write, and speak the regional language of the State or Union Territory for which they are applying.
Age Requirement: Candidates must be 21 to 30 years of age as on 01 July 2026. Applicants should have been born between 02 July 1996 and 01 July 2005 (both dates inclusive).
Reservation & Relaxation: Age relaxation is available as follows:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 years depending on category
- Ex-Servicemen – As per service rendered and applicable rules
- Widows, divorced women, and legally separated women – Up to 35/38/40 years depending on category
- Existing NICL employees – 5 years
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen will be applicable as per Government of India guidelines.
Salary: Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of ₹22,405 in the scale of ₹22,405 – 62,265, along with admissible allowances. Employees posted in metropolitan centres may receive an approximate monthly salary of ₹40,000, depending on the place of posting and applicable benefits.
Job seekers can also check our Assam government recruitment updates page for newly announced vacancies.
Post Details
The recruitment is being conducted for the post of Assistant (Class III) in various Regional Offices of NICL across India.
| Northeast State-wise Vacancy Details | ||
|---|---|---|
| State | Language | Vacancies |
| Assam | Assamese | 18 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 5 |
| Meghalaya | Khasi / Garo | 2 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 |
| Nagaland | English | 1 |
| Sikkim | Nepali / English | 1 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 2 |
| Total (Northeast) | — | 31 |
Candidates can submit an application for only one State or Union Territory. Selection, merit list, and appointment will be prepared separately for each State.
NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of three stages:
- Phase-I Preliminary Examination
- Phase-II Main Examination
- Regional Language Test
Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final selection. The Regional Language Test is qualifying in nature but mandatory for appointment.
| Phase-I Preliminary Examination Pattern | ||
|---|---|---|
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Duration: 60 Minutes | ||
| Phase-II Main Examination Pattern | ||
|---|---|---|
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 |
| English Language | 40 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 50 |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 250 |
| Duration: 120 Minutes | ||
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in both Phase-I and Phase-II examinations.
Job seekers searching for district-wise vacancies can also explore our Karbi Anglong jobs section.
Application Fee
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹100 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850 |
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 August 2026 |
| Phase-I Examination | 27 August 2026 |
| Phase-II Examination | 27 September 2026 |
Application Guide
Applications for NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026 must be submitted online through the official recruitment portal.
Scroll down to the Important Links section below and click on Apply Online. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number, complete the online application form, upload the required photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format, and pay the prescribed application fee before the last date of 07 August 2026.
Candidates should carefully verify all personal, educational, and category details before final submission. Since applications are accepted for only one State or Union Territory, applicants should choose their preferred State carefully. A copy of the submitted application form and fee receipt should be kept for future reference.
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Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| NICL Official Website | Click Here |
| Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
FAQs
This article is provided for informational purposes only. Candidates should read the official notification carefully before submitting their application.
