The National Investigation Agency (NIA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has invited offline applications for 111 posts of Assistant Sub-Inspector, Head Constable and Data Entry Operator on a deputation basis, under Advertisement No. E-96/001/Depu-ASI and HC (C.F. No. 11639)/NIA/2026/12943. Applications opened on 21 October 2026 and must reach the NIA by post by 20 December 2026. This is a deputation recruitment for serving government personnel, not a direct recruitment for freshers.
NIA Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organisation | National Investigation Agency (NIA) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Sub-Inspector, Head Constable, Data Entry Operator |
| Total Vacancies | 111 |
| Qualification | Graduation / Class 12 / IT certificate (post-wise, with service conditions) |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 56 years |
| Pay Scale | Level 4: Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,700; Level 5: Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300 |
| Job Location | New Delhi (All India service liability) |
| Application Mode | Offline, by post |
| Official Website | nia.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Starts | 21 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 20 December 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Sub-Inspector | 23 | Level 5: Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300 |
| Head Constable | 53 | Level 4: Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,700 |
| Data Entry Operator | 35 | Level 5: Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300 |
| Total | 111 |
Eligibility Criteria
Assistant Sub-Inspector applicants need a graduation degree from a recognised university with at least 2 years of experience in investigation of criminal cases, intelligence work, operations or information technology management. Head Constable applicants need a Class 12 pass or equivalent, with experience in intelligence work. Data Entry Operator applicants need an ‘O’ or ‘A’ level certificate in Information Technology from a government-recognised institute and must be holding an analogous post on a regular basis in their parent cadre or department. In all cases the applicant must be serving in an analogous post, and the maximum age is 56 years as on the closing date. Departmental officers in the feeder category who are in the direct line of promotion cannot apply. Educational qualifications alone are not enough: the parent-cadre, regular-service and experience conditions must also be met.
Selection Process
Selection is through deputation screening based on the bio-data and APAR dossier, followed by document verification. There is no written examination mentioned for these deputation posts.
How to Apply Offline
- Visit the official NIA website nia.gov.in and read the deputation circular carefully.
- Download the prescribed application format from the circular.
- Fill the form completely and attach the bio-data, APAR dossier and supporting documents.
- Route the application through the proper departmental channel.
- Send it by post to DIG (Adm), NIA Headquarters, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi, so that it reaches within 60 days of publication, by about 20 December 2026.
Because this is a deputation post, applications sent directly without the departmental channel are liable to be rejected. Check the circular for the exact address and enclosures before posting.
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Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Website | nia.gov.in |