Phase-I Preliminary Examination date announced
Phase-I Preliminary Examination is set for 17 Nov 2026.
NICL Administrative Officer (AO Scale-I) Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies
321 Posts
Qualification
Graduate
Apply Deadline
28 Oct 2026
Exam Schedule
Phase-I Preliminary Examination: 17 Nov 2026
Official Recruitment Notification PDF
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Source: OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION • Checked: 20 Oct 2026
Job Summary & Overview
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) invites online applications for Administrative Officer (AO Scale-I) Recruitment 2026.
Official Corrigenda & Updates History
Verified notices published by National Insurance Company Limited
Phase-I Preliminary Examination date announced
Phase-I Preliminary Examination is set for 17 Nov 2026.
Important Dates & Schedule
What's next
Last date to apply
28 Oct 2026
Applications open
8 Oct 2026
Last date to apply
Next
28 Oct 2026
Phase-I Preliminary Examination
City slip from 5 Dec
17 Nov 2026
| Event / Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open Date | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 28 Oct 2026 |
Phase-I Preliminary ExaminationSCHEDULED Date source: SSC exam calendar, 1 Oct 2026 City slip from 5 Dec | 17 Nov 2026 |
Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Educational Qualification
- Administrative Officer (Scale-I)
- Graduate in any discipline
Age Limit Criteria
Application Fee & Pay
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹250 |
Selection Process
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
1 hour · 100 questions · 100 marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 |
As stated in the official notification. Check it for the final word.
Syllabus
Preliminary Examination
English Language7 topics
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Error Detection
- Fill in the Blanks
- Para Jumbles
- Sentence Improvement
- Vocabulary
Reasoning Ability8 topics
- Puzzles
- Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Inequality
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Alphanumeric Series
Quantitative Aptitude9 topics
- Simplification
- Number Series
- Data Interpretation
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Profit and Loss
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Simple and Compound Interest
Main Examination
Reasoning Ability6 topics
- Puzzles
- Seating Arrangement
- Input-Output
- Syllogism
- Logical Reasoning
- Data Sufficiency
General Awareness6 topics
- Current Affairs
- Insurance Awareness
- Financial Awareness
- Government Schemes
- Banking and Economic Updates
- Static GK
Quantitative Aptitude6 topics
- Data Interpretation
- Arithmetic
- Probability
- Permutation and Combination
- Quadratic Equations
- Number Series
English Language6 topics
- Reading Comprehension
- Para Jumbles
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Error Detection
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
Computer Knowledge8 topics
- Computer Fundamentals
- Hardware
- Software
- Operating Systems
- Internet
- Networking
- MS Office
- Cybersecurity
Descriptive Test
Descriptive Test3 topics
- Essay Writing
- Précis Writing
- Comprehension
As listed in the official notification. Check it for the final word.
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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step
- 1Visit the official NICL website
- 2Go to the Recruitment section and click on the NICL AO Recruitment 2026 application link
- 3Click on Apply Online and complete the New Registration process
- 4Enter basic details, mobile number, and email ID to register
- 5Fill in the application form with required personal, educational, and other details
- 6Upload required photograph, signature, and other documents
- 7Preview the application form and verify all details before final submission
- 8Pay the application fee and submit the form
Your deadline comes first. Never delay a required application to wait for a favourable time.
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