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NIA Recruitment 2026 : Apply for 50 LDC and Steno Posts

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Published: 19 October 2026Gazette-Verified Official Notice

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Vacancies
50 Posts
Closing Date
25 November 2026
Qualification
12th Standard / Bachelor Degree + typing speed / stenography proficiency
Salary / Pay
Pay Matrix Level-4 to Level-8 (Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 1,51,100) + 20% Special Security Allowance

Important Schedule & Dates

Online Application Starts25 September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online25 November 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment25 November 2026
Admit Card Release DateAvailable before exam
Written Exam / CBT DateDeputation scrutiny and verification schedule to be notified

Application Fee

Nil (Exempted for all candidates)

Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Age Limit & Criteria

Maximum 56 Years on the closing date of application

Age relaxation provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwD as per Government norms.

Full Notification Details

National Investigation Agency (NIA), Ministry of Home Affairs, has published notification No-E-74/002/C.F. No.11377/Depn-MS/NIA/2026/12134 for 50 Ministerial Staff vacancies including LDC, UDC, Stenographer, and Assistant. Eligible officers and personnel can forward offline applications to NIA Headquarters before 25 November 2026.

Recruitment Highlights & Vacancy Overview

National Investigation Agency (NIA) is filling 50 ministerial positions across its headquarters in New Delhi and branch offices in Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Kochi, Lucknow, Jammu, and Raipur.

Vacancies comprise Senior Private Secretary, Section Officer, Assistant, Accountant, Stenographer Grade-I, Stenographer Grade-II, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and Lower Division Clerk (LDC). Appointees receive basic pay plus an additional 20 percent Special Security Allowance.

Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

For LDC and Stenographer Grade-II posts, candidates must have passed 12th standard and possess verified typing speeds of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi.

For Assistant, Accountant, and Section Officer posts, candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university along with relevant administrative experience.

The upper age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications through proper cadre clearance channels.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

Selection is conducted through deputation scrutiny, past performance appraisal (APAR evaluation for the last 5 years), document verification, and vigilance clearance.

Shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal interaction or skill evaluation if required by the competent authority.

Application Fee & Payment Mode

No application fee is payable for NIA deputation and absorption recruitment.

Direct Official Action Links

Candidates must download and read the official recruitment notification PDF before submitting applications. Access verified direct links below to apply online safely without third-party redirects.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

1

Download the prescribed bio-data proforma from nia.gov.in under the Recruitment section.

2

Fill in all personal particulars, educational qualifications, service history, and current post details.

3

Attach attested copies of educational marksheets, service book entries, and last 5 years APAR dossiers.

4

Obtain cadre clearance, vigilance clearance, and major/minor penalty certificates from your parent department.

5

Forward the completed dossier through proper channel to DIG (Admin), NIA Hqrs, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003.

6

Ensure the physical application reaches the receiving desk on or before 25 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common candidate queries for NIA Recruitment 2026

What is the final deadline to submit NIA Ministerial applications?

Completed application dossiers must reach NIA Headquarters in New Delhi within two months of notification publication, with the deadline set for 25 November 2026.

What additional allowances do NIA personnel receive above basic salary?

Officers and staff posted in NIA receive a Special Security Allowance equal to 20 percent of basic pay, alongside regular Central DA, HRA, and medical allowances.

What is the maximum age limit for NIA LDC and Stenographer posts?

The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of applications, allowing experienced personnel from government departments to apply.

Where will selected NIA candidates be posted across India?

Appointees can be deployed at NIA Headquarters in New Delhi or branch offices in Mumbai, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Guwahati, or Raipur.

Recruitment Progress Timeline

Stage 1 of 5:Application
  1. 1(Current stage)
    ApplicationCurrentLast Date: 25 November 2026
  2. 2(Upcoming stage)
    Admit CardExpected before exam
  3. 3(Upcoming stage)
    Exam / CBTDeputation scrutiny and verification schedule to be notified
  4. 4(Upcoming stage)
    Answer KeyAwaited
  5. 5(Upcoming stage)
    Final ResultAwaited

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