ational Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has officially announced the recruitment notification for 500 Assistant (Class III Cadre) vacancies across various States and Union Territories in India. Eligible candidates holding a graduation degree in any discipline can submit their online applications between 18th July 2026 and 07th August 2026. For complete details regarding eligibility criteria, selection procedure, salary structure, and application steps, visit the official portal at nationalinsurance.nic.co.in.

📌 Overview Table

🎓 Post Wise Qualification & Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent institution as of 01.07.2026.
• Minimum Percentage: No minimum percentage requirement in graduation is prescribed; passing the degree examination is sufficient.
• Language Proficiency: Candidates must know how to read, write, and speak the official regional language of the State/UT for which they are applying.
• Nationality: Open to citizens of India, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugees who arrived before January 1, 1962, and persons of Indian origin migrated from specified countries intending to settle permanently.

💰 Salary & Pay Scale Details

• Pay Scale: Rs. 36290-2115(1)-38405-2310(2)-43025-2600(5)-56025-3005(2)-62035-3660(3)-73015-3800(2)-80615-4050(5)-100865.
• Initial Gross Salary: Approximately ₹53,000/- per month at the initial stage in a metropolitan city.
• Perks & Allowances: Includes Domiciliary Medical Benefit, Group Mediclaim Policy reimbursement, Leave Travel Subsidy (LTS), and other staff welfare benefits according to company policies.

⏳ Age Limit

• Cutoff Date: Age limit is calculated as on 01.07.2026.
• Age Range: 21 to 30 years (Candidates must be born between 02.07.1996 and 01.07.2005, both days inclusive).

Category-wise Age Relaxation

• SC / ST: 21 to 35 years (5 years relaxation).
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 21 to 33 years (3 years relaxation).
• General / EWS (Un-remarried Widows, Divorced & Legally Separated Women): Up to 35 years.
• OBC (Un-remarried Widows, Divorced & Legally Separated Women): Up to 38 years.
• SC / ST (Un-remarried Widows, Divorced & Legally Separated Women): Up to 40 years.

📝 Selection Process

The selection process consists of a three-stage evaluation:

1. Phase-I: Online Preliminary Examination (100 Marks)
   • Objective test covering English Language (30 marks), Reasoning Ability (35 marks), and Quantitative Aptitude (35 marks).
   • Negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) marks for each incorrect answer.
2. Phase-II: Online Main Examination (200 Marks)
   • Objective test covering Reasoning (40 marks), English Language (40 marks), Numerical Ability (40 marks), General Awareness (40 marks), and Computer Knowledge (40 marks).
   • Negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) marks for each wrong answer.
3. Phase-III: Regional Language Test
   • Qualifying test to verify reading, writing, and speaking proficiency in the local language of the chosen State/UT.

💳 Application Fee

• SC / ST / PwBD / EXS Candidates: ₹0/- (Nil)
• All Other Candidates (General / OBC / EWS): ₹850/- (Includes application fee and intimation charges)
• Payment Mode: Online through Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, or UPI.

📅 Important Dates

❓ How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Website: Go to nationalinsurance.nic.co.in.
2. Navigate to Recruitment: Click on the “Recruitment” section on the homepage and select “Recruitment of Assistants 2026”.
3. New Registration: Click on “Click here for New Registration” and enter basic details such as Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration as per specified sizes.
5. Fill Qualification Details: Enter educational qualifications, age, category, and state/UT preference.
6. Pay Application Fee: Pay the required fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
7. Submit & Print: Verify all details before clicking final submission, then print out the filled application form for future reference.

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