The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has released a deputation recruitment for 111 Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Head Constable and Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts (Advertisement E-96/001/Depu-ASI&HC/NIA/2026/12943). Applications are offline by post, from 21 October 2026 to within 60 days of publication in Employment News (about 20 December 2026). This is different from NIA’s 57-post Inspector/Sub-Inspector recruitment. Only officers in regular service with Central/State Police, Armed Forces or Central Government departments are eligible.
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| Post Name | Total Posts | Qualification | Pay Level |
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| Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) | 23 | Analogous post on regular basis, OR 5 years’ regular service as Head Constable + Bachelor’s degree + 2 years’ experience in criminal investigation/intelligence/IT | Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300) + 20% Special Security Allowance |
| Head Constable | 53 | Analogous post on regular basis + Class 12th pass | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,700) + 20% Special Security Allowance |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 35 | Analogous post on regular basis + ‘O’ or ‘A’ level certificate in IT | Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300) + 20% Special Security Allowance |
Deputation screening based on bio-data and APAR dossier. Departmental officers in the direct line of promotion cannot apply.
- Download the notification and bio-data proforma from the official website nia.mha.gov.in.
- Fill the form and get it verified by your parent department/Cadre Controlling Authority.
- Send the verified application with APARs and Vigilance Clearance by post to: DIG (Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003.
- The application must reach within 60 days of publication in Employment News.
| NIA Official Website | nia.mha.gov.in |
This is a private information portal (not a government website). Read the official notification before applying.
How many posts are in this NIA recruitment?
111 posts — ASI 23, Head Constable 53 and DEO 35.
What is the last date to apply?
Within 60 days of Employment News publication (about 20 December 2026).
Who can apply?
Only officers in regular service with Central/State Police, Armed Forces or Central Government departments (deputation basis).
What is the age limit?
Maximum 56 years.
Is this different from NIA’s 57-post recruitment?
Yes, this is a separate deputation recruitment for ASI/Head Constable/DEO; the 57-post drive is for Inspector/Sub-Inspector.
