NIA recruitment 2026 notification out for 168 deputation posts: apply by 20 December

The National Investigation Agency (NIA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released notifications for a total of 168 posts to be filled on a deputation basis. These vacancies are open to serving officers from Central Government, State Government, and Union Territory administrations, with application deadlines spanning November and December 2026.

The recruitment drive aims to fill positions including Inspector, Sub-Inspector, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Head Constable (HC), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and various ministerial staff roles. The application process is entirely offline and requires candidates to submit their forms through proper channels via their respective parent departments.

Overview of Vacancies and Eligibility

The NIA has announced 168 vacancies across two separate notifications. A total of 57 posts are available for Inspector (29) and Sub-Inspector (28). Also, 111 vacancies have been declared for Assistant Sub-Inspector (23), Head Constable (53), and Data Entry Operator (35). For ministerial staff, 50 positions are open, including Senior Private Secretary, Section Officer / Office Superintendent, Assistant, Accountant, Stenographer Grade-I and II, Upper Division Clerk, and Lower Division Clerk.

Applicants must be serving officers, with a maximum age limit of 56 years as of the closing date for applications. The deputation period is ordinarily not to exceed three years, including any prior ex-cadre deputation. Officers in the feeder category who are in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for these deputation posts.

Application Deadlines and Process

The application period varies depending on the post. The last date for submitting applications for Inspector and Sub-Inspector posts is 21 November 2026. For ministerial staff positions, the deadline is 25 November 2026. Applications for Assistant Sub-Inspector, Head Constable, and Data Entry Operator posts must be submitted by 20 December 2026. The official notification for ASI, Head Constable, and DEO posts was dated 21 October 2026, with applications commencing on the same day.

Candidates are required to download the Annexure-II bio-data proforma from the NIA’s official recruitment page at nia.gov.in/recruitment-notice.htm. The filled application, countersigned by the competent authority, along with required documents, must be sent through the proper channel to DIG (Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003. An advance copy of the application can also be sent via email to digadmin.nia@gov.in or by post to the same address. No application fee has been specified in the available recruitment information.

Educational Qualifications and Pay Scales

Specific educational qualifications and experience are mandated for each post. Inspector and Sub-Inspector positions require a Bachelor’s degree along with two years of experience in criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations, IT cases, or counter-terrorism training. For Assistant Sub-Inspector, a Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations, or IT management are necessary. Head Constable applicants must have passed 12th standard or equivalent, while Data Entry Operator candidates need an ‘O’ or ‘A’ level IT certificate from a government-recognized institute.

The pay scales for the advertised positions vary by level. Inspector posts are at Pay Level 7, with a salary range of ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400. Sub-Inspector posts are at Pay Level 6, offering ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400. Ministerial staff positions range from Pay Matrix Level 2 (Lower Division Clerk) to Level 8 (Senior Private Secretary). The selection process involves screening of bio-data, eligibility verification, evaluation of Annual Performance Appraisal Report (APAR) dossiers, and vigilance clearance.

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Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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