National Insurance Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 500 Vacancies
The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India undertaking, has released the National Insurance Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification for 500 Assistant (Class III) vacancies across various States and Union Territories. Eligible graduates can submit their applications online from 18 July 2026 to 07 August 2026. The recruitment process includes a Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Regional Language Test. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a secure career in the public sector insurance industry.
Quick Overview
| Organization | National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) |
| Post Name | Assistant (Class III) |
| Total Vacancies | 500 |
| Advertisement | National Insurance Assistant Recruitment 2026 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 18 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Main Exam Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam & Regional Language Test |
| Official Website | nationalinsurance.nic.co.in |
Vacancy Details
- Post Name - Assistant (Class III)
- Total Vacancies - 500
Assam Vacancy
- State - Assam
- Language - Assamese
- Vacancies - 18
North East Vacancy Details
| State | Regional Language | Vacancies |
| Assam | Assamese | 18 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 5 |
| Manipur | Manipuri | 2 |
| Meghalaya | Khasi/Garo | 2 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 |
| Nagaland | English | 1 |
| Sikkim | Nepali / English | 1 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 2 |
| Total (North East) Vacancies | — | 33 |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
A total of 500 Assistant vacancies have been announced across various States and Union Territories. The category-wise distribution is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 255 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 38 |
| Total | 500 |
Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
| Disability Category | Vacancies |
| Blindness & Low Vision (a) | 9 |
| Deaf & Hard of Hearing (b) | 8 |
| Locomotor Disability (c) | 4 |
| Autism/Intellectual Disability/Mental Illness (d) | 4 |
| Multiple Disabilities (e) | 55 |
Reservation for Ex-Servicemen
| Category | Vacancies |
| Ex-Servicemen (EXS) | 11 |
| Disabled Ex-Servicemen (DISEXS) | 9 |
| Dependents of Servicemen Killed in Action (DXS) | 8 |
Backlog Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
| SC | 14 |
| ST | 22 |
| OBC | 5 |
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- The candidate should have passed the qualifying examination on or before 01 July 2026.
- In addition to the educational qualification, candidates must have the ability to read, write and speak the regional language of the State/UT for which they are applying.
Age Limit & Age Relaxation With DOB
- Age is Calculated as on 01 July 2026
- Minimum Age - 21 Years (Candidates must be born on or before 01 July 2005.)
| Category | Maximum Age | Date of Birth (Born On or After) |
| General (UR/EWS) | 30 Years | 02 July 1996 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 33 Years | 02 July 1993 |
| SC/ST | 35 Years | 02 July 1991 |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 40 Years | 02 July 1986 |
| PwBD (OBC) | 43 Years | 02 July 1983 |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 45 Years | 02 July 1981 |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (General/EWS) | 35 Years | 02 July 1991 |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (OBC) | 38 Years | 02 July 1988 |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (SC/ST) | 40 Years | 02 July 1986 |
| Existing Employees of NICL | 35 Years | 02 July 1991 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850/- |
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Regional Language Test (Qualifying)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- The final merit list will be prepared based on Main Examination marks, subject to qualifying the Regional Language Test.
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Main Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
- There is negative marking of one-fourth (0.25) marks for every incorrect answer in both Preliminary and Main examinations.
Salary
- Salary, allowances and other service benefits will be payable as per the Company's prevailing rules applicable to Assistants.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Starts | 18 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 27 August 2026 |
| Main Examination | 30 October 2026 |
| Call Letter | To be Notified |
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before filling out the application form:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration in English
- Graduation mark sheets and certificate
- Valid photo ID proof
- Category/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Active mobile number and email ID
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official NICL recruitment portal.
- Click on Assistant Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Choose your preferred State/UT carefully, as applications are allowed for only one State/UT.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Web Links To Apply
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Officoal Website | Click Here |
Important Points to Remember
- Apply only through the online mode.
- Submit your application before 07 August 2026.
- Choose your preferred State/UT carefully, as applications are allowed for only one State/UT.
- Qualifying the Regional Language Test is mandatory for final selection.
- Keep all original documents ready for verification.
- There is negative marking of one-fourth (0.25) marks for every incorrect answer in both Preliminary and Main examinations.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in National Insurance Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 500 Assistant vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: The last date for online registration is 07 August 2026.
Q3. What is the required educational qualification?
Ans: Candidates must possess a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Ans: The application fee is ₹850 for all candidates except SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen, who are exempted from paying the fee
Q5. Is there any vacancy for Assam?
Ans: Yes. 18 vacancies have been notified for Assam, and candidates must be proficient in the Assamese language.
Q6. How many vacancies are available in the North Eastern Region under NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 33 vacancies have been announced for the North Eastern Region (NER). These include Assam (18), Arunachal Pradesh (5), Manipur (2), Meghalaya (2), Mizoram (2), Nagaland (1), Sikkim (1), and Tripura (2).
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