National Investigation Agency (NIA) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Head Constable and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 111 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Head Constable and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 20 December 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Head Constable and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
NIA – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Sub-Inspector | 23 | Rs.29200-92300/- | All India |
| Head Constable | 53 | Rs.25500-81700/- | All India |
| Data Entry Operator | 35 | Rs.29200-92300/- | All India |
| Total Vacancies: | 111 |
NIA Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for NIA Head Constable and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by National Investigation Agency. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Sub-Inspector | Graduation from a recognized university; at least 2 years of experience in investigation of criminal cases, intelligence work, operations or information technology management; officers of Central or State Government holding analogous post on regular basis OR Head Constable in Level-4 with 5 years regular service | 2 years |
| Head Constable | 12th class pass or equivalent from any recognized Board or University; officers of Central or State Police Organization, Government Intelligence agency or other investigation bodies holding analogous post on regular basis | No Details |
| Data Entry Operator | Officers of Central Government, State Government, Public Sector Undertakings or Autonomous Government Institutions holding analogous posts on regular basis and possessing ‘O’ or ‘A’ level certificate for Information Technology from an Institute recognized by the Government | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by National Investigation Agency for Head Constable and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Sub-Inspector | Max 56 years |
| Head Constable | Max 56 years |
| Data Entry Operator | Max 56 years |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Head Constable and other Posts will be carried out through Selection on deputation basis; eligibility scrutiny; assessment by Selection Committee based on curriculum vitae and supporting documents. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of National Investigation Agency. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for NIA Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of National Investigation Agency is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Send nominations through proper channel with prescribed bio-data and supporting documents to: DIG (Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003. Advance copy may be sent by email to digadmin.nia@gov.in or by post. Deadline: 2026-12-20. (get form from https://nia.mha.gov.in/) before 20 December 2026.
Important Links
| Official Website | nia.mha.gov.in |