Administrative Officer (Generalist & Specialist) Scale-I

Quick overview

About the job

The Administrative Officer (AO) is a key managerial role in NICL, responsible for overseeing operations, policy implementation, and staff management across various disciplines such as Finance, Legal, IT, Automobile Engineering, Risk Engineering, Company Secretary, and Agriculture. Candidates will be posted anywhere in India based on company requirements.

Vacancy details

• 321 Scale-I officer positions
• 200 Generalist posts (80 UR, 55 OBC, 30 SC, 15 ST, 20 EWS)
• 121 Specialist posts (10 Finance, 10 Legal, 5 IT, 10 Automobile Engineers, 13 Risk Engineers, 1 Company Secretary, 9 Agriculture)

Salary & benefits

Basic Pay: ₹82,485/month
Approx. Total Emoluments: ₹1,14,000/month in Metropolitan Centres
Other benefits include pension, medical, and various allowances as per NICL policy.

Eligibility

• Age: 21 to 30 years (as on 01 Oct 2026)
• Education: Graduate/Post-Graduate with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD)
• Specialist disciplines require specific qualifications (e.g., CA/CMA for Finance, B.E./B.Tech. for IT, etc.)
• Reservation: UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS as per reservation norms
• Other: Candidates must satisfy all conditions mentioned in the detailed advertisement.

Application fee

No application fee is required for this recruitment.

Selection process

1. Phase-I Preliminary Examination – 17 November 2026
2. Phase-II Main Examination – 22 December 2026
3. Interview

Important dates

How to apply

1. Visit the official NICL AO recruitment page: NICL AO Recruitment 2026
2. Click on "Online Registration" and fill in personal details.
3. Choose the discipline you wish to apply for and upload required documents.
4. Submit the application before 28 Oct 2026.
5. Keep a printout of the application receipt for future reference.

Documents to keep ready

• Passport-size photograph (as per size guidelines)
• Signature (as per size guidelines)
• Educational certificates (originals and photocopies)
• Age proof (e.g., birth certificate, PAN card)
• Reservation certificates (if applicable)
• Other supporting documents as required by NICL

How to prepare

To excel in the preliminary and main exams, focus on:

• General knowledge and current affairs – use the AI Quiz Generator for practice tests.
• Quantitative aptitude and reasoning – practice with online mock tests.
• Technical knowledge for specialists – refer to subject-specific study material.
• Resume building – create a professional resume using the Free Resume Builder.
• Interview preparation – seek guidance from Ask an Expert or chat with IsolatedAI for mock interviews.

FAQ

What is the application fee for NICL AO Recruitment 2026?

No application fee is required for this recruitment.

Can I apply for more than one discipline?

No, candidates can apply for only one discipline under this recruitment.

When will the call letters be released?

Call letters will be notified later; candidates should regularly check the NICL recruitment section for updates.