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Sr. No. | Particulars | Details |
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4.1 | Organization Name | National Investigation Agency NIA Recruitment |
4.2 | Job Position/Post Name | Inspector, Sub Inspector, Assistant Sub Inspector, Head Constable, Assistant, Stenographer Grade-I, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Accountant, Assistant Programmer etc. |
4.3 | No. of Posts/Vacancy | Inspector (43), Sub Inspector (51), Assistant Sub Inspector (13), Head Constable (12) + other posts (Total 119) |
4.4 | Salary Range | Pay Matrix Level 4 to Level 7 (Varies by post) |
4.5 | Application Starting Date | The advertisement was published on 22.06.2024 |
4.6 | Application Closing Date | Within two months from the date of publication in ‘Employment News’ (i.e., approx. 21.08.2024) |
4.7 | Mode of Application | Offline |
4.8 | Required Qualification | Varies by post, generally Bachelor’s Degree and relevant experience. |
4.9 | Posted on | 8th May 2025 |
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is inviting applications for various posts including Inspector, Sub Inspector, and Head Constable in its latest NIA Recruitment drive, with a total of 119 vacancies.
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- National Investigation Agency (NIA) is inviting applications for the post of Inspector, Sub-Inspector, Constable.
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Vacancy Details
The NIA Recruitment drive aims to fill a significant number of positions across various ranks. Below is a breakdown of the available vacancies for each job post:
Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
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Inspector | 43 |
Sub Inspector | 51 |
Assistant Sub Inspector | 13 |
Head Constable | 12 |
Total | 119 |
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the various positions under the NIA Recruitment 2024, candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and experience requirements. These vary by post, as detailed below:
Inspector
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Experience: Minimum of two years in any of the following areas:
Investigation of criminal cases
Intelligence work
Operations
Information technology cases
Training in counter-terrorism
Sub Inspector
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Experience: At least two years in:
Criminal investigation
Intelligence work
Operations
Information technology cases
Counter-terrorism training
Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI)
Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Experience: Minimum of two years in:
Criminal investigation
Intelligence work
Computer applications
Vigilance
Training
Head Constable
Education: 12th Class pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized board.
Applicants must ensure they fulfill the educational and experience criteria relevant to the post they are applying for under the NIA Recruitment drive.
Salary Details – NIA Recruitment
The salary structure for the positions under NIA Recruitment 2024 follows the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, as per government norms. The pay varies based on the post, as detailed below:
Inspector
Pay Matrix Level: Level-7
Salary Range: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Pre-revised Pay Band: PB-2 (₹9,300 – ₹34,800)
Grade Pay: ₹4,600
Sub Inspector
Pay Matrix Level: Level-6
Salary Range: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Pre-revised Pay Band: PB-2 (₹9,300 – ₹34,800)
Grade Pay: ₹4,200
Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI)
Pay Matrix Level: Level-5
Salary Range: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Pre-revised Pay Band: PB-1 (₹5,200 – ₹20,200)
Grade Pay: ₹2,800
Head Constable
Pay Matrix Level: Level-4
Salary Range: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Pre-revised Pay Band: PB-1 (₹5,200 – ₹20,200)
Grade Pay: ₹2,400
Age Limit – NIA Recruitment
The age criteria for candidates applying to the NIA Recruitment 2024 are governed by the official recruitment rules for deputation-based appointments.
For All Posts
(Inspector, Sub Inspector, Assistant Sub Inspector, Head Constable)
Maximum Age Limit for NIA Recruitment: 56 years
Cut-off Date: As on the closing date for receipt of applications
📌 Candidates must ensure they do not exceed the age of 56 years on the closing date to be eligible for consideration under this NIA Recruitment process.
Important Dates – NIA Recruitment
- Date of Advertisement Publication: 22.06.2024
- Application Closing Date: Within two months from the date of publication in ‘Employment News’. (Approximately 21st August 2024, candidates are advised to verify from the Employment News publication).
Application Fee
There is No Application Fee mentioned in the official notification for any of the posts in this NIA Recruitment. Candidates can apply without having to pay any examination or application charges.
How to Apply
The application process for the NIA Recruitment 2024 is offline. Interested and eligible candidates must follow the steps outlined below:
Download the Notification for NIA Recruitment:
Obtain the official recruitment notification from the NIA website (nia.gov.in/recruitment-notice.htm). This document contains the prescribed bio-data proforma (Annexure-II).Fill the Application Form:
Carefully fill out the bio-data proforma with accurate details.Gather Required Documents:
Collect attested copies (by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary to the Government of India) of the following documents:APAR dossiers from the year 2018-19 to 2022-23.
Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
Integrity Certificate.
A certificate confirming that no major/minor penalty was imposed on the officer during the last 10 years.
Forward through Proper Channel:
The duly filled application form, along with the attested copies of the required documents, must be forwarded through the proper channel.Send to NIA:
The completed application should reach the following address before the closing date:
SP (Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003Deadline:
Ensure the application reaches the NIA HQ within two months from the date of publication of this item in ‘Employment News’. Applications received after the last date, or those incomplete or not received through the proper channel, will not be considered.
📌 Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the official NIA Recruitment notification for detailed instructions before applying.
Remaining Details:
- Nature of Appointment: The vacancies are to be filled on a deputation basis. This means candidates currently working in Central Government, State Government, or Union Territories are eligible to apply through the proper channel.
- Eligibility Criteria for Deputation:
- Inspector: Officers of the Central Government or State Government or Union Territories:
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department;
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department;
- Inspector: Officers of the Central Government or State Government or Union Territories:
OR
- With five years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on regular basis in level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) in the pay matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/ department.
- With five years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on regular basis in level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) in the pay matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/ department.
- Sub Inspector: Officers of the Central Government or State Government or Union Territories:
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department;
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department;
OR
- With six years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on regular basis in level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300) in the pay matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/ department.
- With six years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on regular basis in level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300) in the pay matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/ department.
- Assistant Sub Inspector: Officers of the Central Government or State Government or Union Territories:
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department;
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department;
OR
- With ten years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on regular basis in level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) in the pay matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/ department.
- With ten years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on regular basis in level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) in the pay matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/ department.
- Head Constable: Officers of the Central Police Organizations or State Police Organizations or Government Intelligence Agency or other investigation bodies:
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department.
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre or department.
- Number of Posts and Locations: The number of posts mentioned (119) is indicative and may vary at the time of selection. The selected candidates will be liable to be posted anywhere in India as per NIA’s requirements.
- No Direct Recruitment: It is important to note that this NIA Recruitment is for deputation and not direct recruitment. Candidates seeking direct entry should look for separate notifications from NIA.
- Continuation of Deputation: The period of deputation, including the period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or some other organization or department of the Central Government, shall ordinarily not exceed three years.
- Vigilance Clearance: Applications of only those officers will be considered who are clear from a vigilance angle and against