NIA ASI, Head Constable and DEO Recruitment 2026 for 111 PostsOut

• Assistant Sub-Inspector: A degree from a recognised university and at least two years of experience in criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations or information technology management.
• Head Constable: Class 12 or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board or university, along with experience in intelligence work.
• Data Entry Operator: An 'O' or 'A' level Information Technology certificate from a government-recognised institute, and regular service in an analogous post in the parent cadre or department.
• These appointments are on deputation. Departmental officers belonging to the feeder category in the direct line of promotion are not eligible to apply.

• Read the official notification to check the deputation conditions and eligibility for the intended post.
• Obtain the application form from the official website and enter the required information accurately.
• Attach self-attested copies of the required photograph, signature, identity proof and certificates.
• Review the completed form and supporting documents before dispatch.
• Send the application to DIG(Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi, by Speed Post, Registered Post or the method specified in the notification.
• Ensure delivery within the prescribed 60-day period from publication; the listed closing date is 20 December 2026.
• Retain a photocopy of the submitted application.

About the recruitment

The National Investigation Agency is filling 111 posts on deputation under advertisement No.E-96/001/Depu-ASI&HC(C.F.No.11639)/NIA/2026/12943. The openings cover Assistant Sub-Inspector, Head Constable and Data Entry Operator. This is an offline application process, and assessment will be through scrutiny of bio-data and APAR dossiers.

Who can apply

Eligibility differs by post. Assistant Sub-Inspector applicants need a recognised university degree and at least two years of experience in criminal investigation, intelligence work, operations or information technology management. Head Constable applicants need Class 12 or an equivalent qualification and experience in intelligence work. For Data Entry Operator, the requirements include an 'O' or 'A' level IT certificate from a government-recognised institute and regular appointment to an analogous post in the parent cadre or department.

The maximum age stated for each post is 56 years. Departmental officers in the feeder category who fall in the direct line of promotion are excluded from applying.

Vacancies and pay

Head Constable accounts for 53 vacancies, followed by 35 Data Entry Operator and 23 Assistant Sub-Inspector vacancies. ASI and DEO appointments carry Pay Level-5, Rs. 29,200–92,300. Head Constable appointments carry Pay Level-4, Rs. 25,500–81,700.

Application and deadline

The application period is stated as 60 days from publication, with 20 December 2026 listed as the closing date. Check the official notification for the applicable deadline instructions before dispatching the form.

• Obtain the application form and complete the required entries.
• Attach the self-attested supporting documents, including the photograph, signature, identity proof and certificates mentioned in the application instructions.
• Check the form and retain a photocopy.
• Send the application to DIG(Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi, using Speed Post, Registered Post or the prescribed method.

The completed application must reach the designated address within the permitted period.