| Advt No | E-74/002/C.F. No.11377/Depn-MS/NIA/2026/12134 |
| Recruitment Board | NIA |
| Post Name | LDC, Stenographer and More |
| Vacancies | 50 |
| Last Date | 25-11-2026 |
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National Investigation Agency (NIA) has released the recruitment notification for 50 Ministerial Staff vacancies on a deputation basis, comprising Senior Private Secretary, Section Officer/ Office Superintendent, Assistant, Accountant, Stenographer Grade-I, Stenographer Grade-II, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and Lower Division Clerk (LDC). Qualifications and pay levels vary by post, with pay scales ranging from Level-4 to Level-8, alongside a Special Security Allowance of 20% of basic pay. Applications must be sent offline through the proper channel to DIG (Admin), NIA Hqrs, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi on or before 25 November 2026. The selection process consists of deputation, document verification, and vigilance clearance, with a maximum age limit of 56 years as on the closing date.
NIA Ministerial Staff Quick Facts
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation or Board | National Investigation Agency (NIA), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. and Date | No- E-74/002/C.F. No.11377/Depn-MS/NIA/2026/12134 dated 25-09-2026 |
| Posts | Senior Private Secretary, Section Officer/ Office Superintendent, Assistant, Accountant, Stenographer Grade-I, Stenographer Grade-II, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 50 |
| Who Can Apply | Officers of Central Government / State Governments / Union Territories / Stenographer’s cadre |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications |
| Pay | Level-2 to Level-8 in Pay Matrix (Rs 19,900 to Rs 1,51,100) |
| Application Fee | Not stated in the notice |
| Application Window | Within 02 months from the date of publication in Employment News (Last Date: 25-11-2026) |
| Exam Date | Not stated in the notice |
| Selection | Deputation basis, Document Verification, Vigilance Clearance |
| Apply At | Offline through proper channel to DIG (Admin), NIA Hqrs, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003 |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment notification provides a total of 50 vacancies across various ministerial posts on a deputation basis. The vacancy distribution is detailed below:
| SN | Name of Post | Nos. of Vacancies | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Private Secretary (Level-8 in Pay Matrix, Rs 47,600 – 1,51,100/-) | 03* | All India Based |
| 2 | Section Officer/ Office Superintendent (Level-7 in Pay Matrix, Rs 44,900 – 1,42,400/-) | 05* | All India Based |
| 3 | Assistant (Level-6 in Pay Matrix, Rs 35,400 – 1,12,400) | 05* | All India Based |
| 4 | Accountant (Level-6 in Pay Matrix, Rs 35,400 – 1,12,400) | 01* | All India Based |
| 5 | Stenographer Grade-I (Pay Matrix Level-6, Rs 35,400 – 1,12,400) | 15* | All India Based |
| 6 | Stenographer Grade-II (Pay Matrix Level-4, Rs 25,500 – 81,100) | 06* | All India Based |
| 7 | Upper Division Clerk / UDC (Pay Matrix Level-4, Rs 25,500 – 81,100) | 03* | All India Based |
| 8 | Lower Division Clerk / LDC (Pay Matrix Level-2, Rs 19,900 – 63,200) | 12* | All India Based |
*Subject to variation depending on future vacancy positions.
Who Can Apply
Age Limit and Relaxation
The maximum age-limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed fifty-six years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Senior Private Secretary | Officers of the Stenographer’s cadre under the Central Government or State Governments or Union territories: (a)(i) holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; or (ii) with two years’ service in level-7 (Rs. 44900-142400) in the pay matrix; or (b) Possessing a graduate degree from a recognised University. |
| Section Officer/ Office Superintendent | Officers under Central/State Government/UTs: (a)(i) Holding analogous posts on regular basis; or (ii) With five years’ service in level-6 (Rs. 35,400-1,12,400/-); and (b) Bachelors’ Degree from a recognized University and computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, slide generation certified by cadre controlling authority. |
| Assistant | Officers of Central Government, State Government or UTs: (a)(i) holding analogous posts on regular basis; or (ii) with six years’ service in level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300); and (b) Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University and passed computer proficiency test prescribed by Staff Selection Commission. |
| Accountant | Officers under Central/State Government/UTs: (a)(i) Holding analogous posts on regular basis; or (ii) With six years’ service in Pay Band-1, Scale of Pay Rs. 5200-20200/- with Grade Pay of Rs. 2800/- (revised Level-5); and (b) Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University; and (c) Passed SAS examination conducted by organized Accounts Department or Central Government; OR undergone training in cash and accounts work in ISTM or equivalent with three years’ experience in cash, accounts, and budget work. |
| Stenographer Grade-I | Officers of Stenographer’s cadre under Central/State Governments or UTs: (a)(i) holding analogous posts on regular basis; or (ii) with six years’ service in level-5; or (iii) with ten years’ service in level-4; and (b) Graduate Degree from a recognized University and computer proficiency. Skill test: stenography speed 10 minutes @ 100 words per minute; transcription: 40 minutes (English), 55 minutes (Hindi) on computer. |
| Stenographer Grade-II | Officers of Stenographer’s cadre under Central/State Governments or UT Administrations: (a) Holding analogous posts on a regular basis; and (b) 12th Class pass from a recognized Board or equivalent. |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Officers of Central Government or State Governments or UT Administrations: (a)(i) holding analogous posts on a regular basis; or (ii) with eight years’ service in level-2 (Rs. 19900-63200); and (b) 12th class pass from a recognized Board. |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Officers of Central Government or State Governments or UT Administrations: (a) holding analogous post on regular basis; and (b) 12th class pass from a recognized Board or equivalent. |
NIA Ministerial Staff Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 25 November 2026 (Within 02 months from the date of publication in Employment News) |
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection for the Ministerial Staff posts in NIA is conducted through deputation basis, accompanied by document verification, APAR assessment, and vigilance clearance.
How to Apply for NIA Ministerial Staff
- Check eligibility criteria and download the prescribed Bio-data proforma (Annexure-II) from the official NIA website at www.nia.gov.in/recruitment-notice.htm.
- Fill out the bio-data form completely and get it duly countersigned and stamped by the competent authority / employer / cadre controlling authority.
- Gather photocopies of the APAR dossier from the years 2021-22 to 2025-26, duly attested by an officer of the rank of Under Secretary of the Govt of India or above.
- Ensure the application includes the Department Enquiry/Vigilance clearance certificate, Integrity certificate, and details of major/minor penalties imposed during the last 10 years.
- Forward the complete nomination through proper channel to the DIG (Admin), NIA Hqrs, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003 within 02 months from the date of publication in Employment News (by 25 November 2026).
Official Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View Recruitment Advertisement and Eligibility Details |
| Official Website | Visit National Investigation Agency Portal |
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