About NIA Recruitment 2026
National Investigation Agency (NIA) has released official notification for Ministerial Staff Recruitment 2026 on deputation basis. The notification was published on 18 March 2026 on the official website nia.gov.in under file number NIAHQR-ESTT0DEPU/7/2026-ESTABLISHMENT NIA-HQ. A total of 29 vacancies have been announced for various ministerial posts including Section Officer/Office Superintendent, Assistant, Stenographer Grade-I, UDC, and LDC positions. This recruitment is conducted by the National Investigation Agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. Eligible officers from Central Government, State Government, and Union Territories holding analogous posts on regular basis or with requisite years of service in the grade can apply for these positions on deputation basis.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Section Officer/Office Superintendent | Part of 29 | As per Government norms |
| Assistant | Part of 29 | As per Government norms |
| Stenographer Grade-I | Part of 29 | As per Government norms |
| UDC (Upper Division Clerk) | Part of 29 | As per Government norms |
| LDC (Lower Division Clerk) | Part of 29 | As per Government norms |
Eligibility
Qualification
- Officers of Central Government/State Government/Union Territories holding analogous posts on regular basis
- Must have requisite years of service in the respective grade
- Post-specific educational qualifications as mentioned in official notification
- Experience requirements as per deputation guidelines
- Min: As per deputation guidelines
- Max: As per deputation guidelines for respective posts
- Complete service record and vigilance clearance
- Performance appraisal reports for the last five years
- Integrity certificate from the parent department
- Educational qualification certificates
- Experience certificates and training records
- Medical fitness certificate
- No objection certificate from parent department
- Visit official website: nia.gov.in
- Download the official notification and application format
- Fill application form with complete details
- Attach all required documents and certificates
- Forward through proper channel to parent department
- Ensure submission within 02 months from Employment News publication
- Send to: DIG (Admin), NIA Hqrs, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Age Limit
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 18 March 2026 |
| Last Date | Within 02 months from Employment News publication |
Application Process and Selection
The NIA Ministerial Staff Recruitment 2026 follows offline application procedure through proper channel. Eligible officers need to submit their nominations along with complete service records and required documents through their parent departments. The selection process is based on deputation guidelines where officers are selected on the basis of their service records, performance, and suitability for the posts.
All nominations must be forwarded through proper channel to the designated address within the stipulated time limit. The parent department/ministry should verify the eligibility of candidates before forwarding their nominations. Incomplete applications or those received after the last date will not be considered.
Required Documents
Candidates applying for NIA Ministerial Staff Recruitment 2026 need to submit following documents along with their application:
Terms and Conditions
The selected candidates will be posted on deputation basis for an initial period as per Government guidelines. The deputation can be extended based on performance and organizational requirements. Officers selected for these positions will be entitled to deputation allowance as per Central Government rules. The place of posting will be All India based, and candidates may be required to serve at any NIA office across the country.
During the deputation period, the officers will continue to draw salary from their parent cadre along with applicable allowances. The parent department should relieve the selected candidates immediately upon selection. Any officer who refuses to join after selection may face disciplinary action as per service rules.
How to Apply
Important Instructions
Candidates are advised to read the official notification thoroughly before applying. The number of vacancies is subject to variation based on organizational requirements. Only officers meeting the eligibility criteria should apply through proper channel. Applications received directly from candidates or after the last date will be rejected without consideration.
The National Investigation Agency reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process at any stage without prior notice. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates and corrigendum if any. For any queries related to this recruitment, candidates can contact the establishment section of NIA Headquarters.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download Here |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
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