National Insurance NICL Assistant Online Form 2026
National Insurance Company Limited
- Total Vacancies
- 500
- Last Date to Apply
- 07 Aug 2026
- Salary / Pay Range
- ₹21,865 – ₹55,075
- Qualification
- Graduate
Last date is TODAY — apply before the portal closes tonight
NICL Assistant 2026 — Overview
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released the notification for National Insurance NICL Assistant to fill 500 vacancies across India. Applications are submitted online at nationalinsurance.nic.co.in, and candidates who meet the qualification and age criteria below can apply before the last date.
This is a banking-pattern online test with an insurance-awareness twist in the Mains general-awareness section. Understanding the pattern early matters: the question-type table further down this page lists exactly what each section asks, so you can start with the sections that carry the most marks instead of reading the syllabus end to end.
Read the official notification PDF in full before you pay the fee — vacancy reservation, relaxations, post preferences and centre choices are locked at the application stage and are usually impossible to change once the correction window closes.
Important Dates
Always reconfirm on the official website before acting on a date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 18 Jul 2026 |
| Online application starts | 18 Jul 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 07 Aug 2026 |
| Last date for fee paymentUsually the same day or the next — confirm in the notification | 07 Aug 2026 |
| Examination date | 27 Aug 2026 |
| Exam schedule | Prelims: 27 August 2026 · Mains: 30 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details & Salary
Total Posts
500
Salary Range
₹21,865 – ₹55,075
Job Location
All India
Class-III Assistant scale; gross monthly emoluments approximately ₹41,000 in a metro city
Eligibility Criteria
Age limit: 21 to 30 years as on 01 July 2026
- Graduate in any discipline from a recognised university, or its equivalent.
- Knowledge of the regional language of the state/UT applied for is essential.
- Basic computer knowledge / certificate in computer operations.
- A candidate may apply for one state or UT only.
Selection process
- 1Phase I — Preliminary Examination (qualifying)
- 2Phase II — Main Examination
- 3Regional Language Test
- 4Medical Examination & Document Verification
Documents to keep ready
- Matriculation (10th) certificate — for date of birth proof
- All educational marksheets and degree/diploma certificates
- Caste / category certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS) in the prescribed central or state format
- Domicile / residence certificate where the post is state-specific
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the notified size
- Aadhaar card or another government photo ID
- PwBD certificate, ex-servicemen discharge book or sports certificate where a relaxation is claimed
- Experience certificate and NOC from the present employer, if in service
Exam Pattern & Question Types
Insurance Assistant — Prelims + Mains — exactly what each section asks, so you can start with the papers that carry the most marks.
Prelims — English Language
- Reading comprehension
- Cloze test
- Error spotting
- Para jumbles
Prelims — Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles & seating arrangement
- Syllogism & inequality
- Coding–decoding
- Blood relations
Prelims — Numerical Ability
- Simplification
- Number series
- Data interpretation
- Arithmetic
Mains — Reasoning
- High-level puzzles
- Input–output
- Data sufficiency
- Logical reasoning
Mains — English Language
- Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Sentence improvement
Mains — General Awareness (Insurance & Financial)
- Insurance terminology & IRDAI
- Types of policies & claims
- Banking & financial awareness
- Current affairs
Mains — Quantitative Aptitude
- Data interpretation
- Arithmetic
- Quadratic equations
Mains — Computer Knowledge
- Computer fundamentals
- MS Office
- Internet & networking
- Security basics
The pattern above reflects the standard structure of this exam family. The number of questions, marks and negative-marking rule for this specific cycle are fixed by the official notification — check it before you plan your attempt strategy.
How to Apply Online
- 1Visit the official website nationalinsurance.nic.co.in and open the recruitment/notification section.
- 2Read the official notification PDF completely and confirm you meet the qualification, age and category criteria.
- 3Complete the one-time/new registration with a working mobile number and email ID — all future updates come there.
- 4Fill the application form with personal, educational and category details exactly as they appear on your certificates.
- 5Upload the scanned photograph, signature and any other document in the prescribed size and format.
- 6Pay the application fee online (net banking, debit/credit card or UPI) as per your category.
- 7Submit the form, then download and print the confirmation page for your records.
- 8Use the correction window if the notification provides one — after it closes, details cannot be changed.
Books to Refer for This Exam
Standard titles that cover the syllabus above — pick one per subject rather than collecting many.
EnglishObjective General EnglishS. P. Bakshi (Arihant)View on Amazon Insurance Awareness GuideInsurance AwarenessInsurance Awareness GuideDisha / Adda247View on Amazon 
Computer AwarenessObjective Question Bank of Computer AwarenessArihant ExpertsView on Amazon Current Affairs Yearly / Monthly CompilationCurrent AffairsCurrent Affairs Yearly / Monthly CompilationArihant / Pratiyogita DarpanView on Amazon 
Previous Year PapersPrevious Year Solved Papers & Practice SetsKiran / ArihantView on Amazon These are widely used titles for NICL-level preparation. Links to Amazon.in are affiliate links — MyInternships.in may earn a small commission if you buy, at no extra cost to you. Always check that you are buying the latest edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for National Insurance NICL Assistant?
The last date to submit the online application is 07 Aug 2026. Apply on nationalinsurance.nic.co.in well before the deadline — government portals are usually overloaded on the final day.
How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
NICL has notified 500 vacancies. The post-wise and category-wise break-up is given in the official notification PDF.
What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates need Graduate from a recognised board or university. Exact subject and percentage requirements per post are listed in the notification.
What is the salary for this post?
₹21,865 – ₹55,075 — Class-III Assistant scale; gross monthly emoluments approximately ₹41,000 in a metro city. Allowances such as DA, HRA and TA are payable over and above this as per the applicable rules.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. This is an all-India recruitment and eligible candidates from any state can apply.
How should I prepare for the exam?
Start with the question-type table on this page to see exactly what each section asks, then work through previous-year papers. Insurance Assistant — Prelims + Mains rewards consistent practice more than last-minute reading — the recommended books listed above cover the full syllabus.
Disclaimer: MyInternships.in is an independent information portal and is not affiliated with National Insurance Company Limited or any government body. The details above are reproduced from the official notification for information only. Always verify the current dates, vacancies and eligibility on nationalinsurance.nic.co.in before applying or paying a fee.