If you are a banking or insurance exam aspirant, here is a major opportunity. National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released its official notification for the NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026, announcing 500 vacancies nationwide.
Whether you are already preparing for RRB or RBI exams, this is a highly comparable pattern you should definitely target. Here is a quick breakdown of everything you need to know.
📅 Important Dates to Remember
Do not wait for the last day to fill out your forms. The application window is already open.
Application Start Date: July 18, 2026
Application Last Date: August 7, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: August 7, 2026
Phase-I Exam (Prelims): August 27, 2026
Phase-II Exam (Mains): October 30, 2026
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
NICL has kept the eligibility straightforward for the Assistant post:
Educational Qualification: A Graduate Degree in any stream from a recognized university or college.
Age Limit: 21 to 30 years (Calculated as of July 1, 2026). Age relaxation applies as per government rules.
💼 Vacancy Breakdown
The 500 posts are divided across categories. Here is the distribution:
| Category | Vacancies |
| General (UR) | 255 |
| OBC | 104 |
| SC | 67 |
| EWS | 38 |
| ST | 36 |
📝 Selection Process & Fees
To secure the Assistant post, candidates must clear a three-stage selection process:
Preliminary Exam (Phase-I)
Mains Exam (Phase-II)
Regional Language Test (You must be proficient in the local language of the state you apply for).
Application Fees:
General, OBC, and EWS candidates: ₹850/-
SC, ST, and PWD candidates: ₹0/- (Exempted)
How to Apply
You can submit your application online by visiting the Apply Here before the August 7th deadline. Always make sure to read the NICL official notification carefully before making your fee payment!