National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released an advertisement for 500 Assistants (Class III) vacancies across India. Good time for all youths who are looking for making a career in the insurance sector. The online application will be available from 24-10-2024 and the process will remain open till 11-11-2024. Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible so that the last minute technical glitches do not trouble them.
State/UT-wise breakdown of vacancies of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
| State/Union Territory | Language | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 21 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 1 |
| Assam | Assamese | 22 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 10 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 15 |
| Goa | Konkani | 3 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 30 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 5 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 3 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 14 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 40 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 35 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 16 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 52 |
| Manipur | Manipuri | 1 |
| Meghalaya | Khasi/Garo | 2 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 1 |
| Nagaland | English | 1 |
| Odisha | Odia | 10 |
| Punjab | Punjabi | 10 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 35 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/English | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 35 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 12 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 2 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 16 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 12 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 58 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Hindi/English | 1 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi/Punjabi | 3 |
| Delhi (UT) | Hindi | 28 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu | 2 |
| Ladakh | Ladakhi | 1 |
| Pondicherry (UT) | Tamil | 2 |
Eligibility Criteria of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
For NICL Assistant, the eligibility of the candidate must be under following heads.
Nationality: The candidate must be an Indian citizen or a foreigner who has been a resident of India for some specified amount of time.
Regional Language: To be understood and identified, as requested, one needs to read and write and speak the regional language of that state/UT.
Age Limit of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
The age limit for applicants is:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as of 1st October 2024)
Age relaxations apply: - SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Other categories like Ex-Servicemen also have specific relaxations.
Educational Qualification of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
Candidates must have completed Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Additionally, proficiency in the regional language of the respective state/UT applied for is mandatory.
Syllabus of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
NICL Assistant (Class III) Recruitment Exam Syllabus in a table format:
| Phase | Section | Topics | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I: Preliminary Exam (Objective) | English Language | Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Correction, Para Jumbles, Cloze Test, Errors | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | Coding-Decoding, Syllogism, Puzzle Solving, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Logical Sequence | 35 | 20 minutes | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Simplification, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Profit & Loss, Ratio, Percentages, Interest | 35 | 20 minutes | |
| Total for Phase I | 100 | 60 minutes | ||
| Phase II: Main Exam (Objective) | Reasoning Ability | Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Complex Puzzles, Input-Output, Data Sufficiency | 40 | 30 minutes |
| English Language | Reading Comprehension, Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement, Fill in the Blanks, Para Jumbles | 40 | 30 minutes | |
| Numerical Ability | Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, Quadratic Equations, Probability, Time & Work, Time & Distance | 40 | 30 minutes | |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Indian Economy, Govt. Schemes, Constitution, History, Insurance Sector | 40 | 15 minutes | |
| Computer Knowledge | Basics of Computers, MS Office, Networking, Cybersecurity, Internet & Email, Computer Terminologies | 40 | 15 minutes | |
| Total for Phase II | 200 | 120 minutes |
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 100 (Intimation Charges only)
All Others: Rs. 850 (Application fee + Intimation Charges)
Selection Process of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
The selection process involves:
Regional Language Test: Qualifying in nature
The final merit list will be based on the performance in the Main Examination and Regional Language Test.
Phase I: Preliminary Examination (100 marks, 60 minutes)
Phase II: Main Examination (200 marks, 120 minutes)
Examination Centers & Expected Exam Date
The exams will be conducted online at the respective centers, and candidates will need to select their preferred center during the application process.
Examination Centers for Phase I (Preliminary Exam):
Candidates can choose from various examination centers across states and union territories. Here’s a list of some major cities where the Phase I examination will be held:
| State/Union Territory | Centers |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada, Vishakhapatnam, Ongole |
| Assam | Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Silchar, Jorhat |
| Bihar | Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur, Bilaspur |
| Delhi-NCR | Delhi-NCR (multiple centers) |
| Gujarat/Dadra & Nagar Haveli | Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Vadodara, Surat |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru, Hubli/Dharwad, Mangalore, Mysore |
| Kerala | Ernakulam/Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/MMR, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow, Allahabad, Kanpur, Noida/Greater Noida |
| West Bengal | Kolkata/Greater Kolkata, Siliguri, Asansol |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Warangal |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner |
(Note: These are some of the centers. For the full list, refer to the official notification.)
Examination Centers for Phase II (Main Exam):
The Phase II (Main Exam) will be conducted in selected cities across various states. Some of the centers are listed below:
| State/Union Territory | Centers |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Hyderabad |
| Assam | Guwahati |
| Bihar | Patna |
| Delhi-NCR | Delhi-NCR |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/MMR |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| West Bengal | Kolkata/Greater Kolkata |
Expected Exam Dates of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024:
Phase II (Main Exam): The Main Exam is tentatively scheduled for 28th December 2024. Only candidates who qualify for the Preliminary Exam will be eligible to appear for the Main Exam.
Phase I (Preliminary Exam): The Preliminary Exam is scheduled for 30th November 2024. This online test will assess the initial eligibility of candidates and is the first step in the recruitment process.
How to Apply for NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply online:
- Visit the official NICL website: NICL Recruitment Portal
- Click on “APPLY ONLINE”.
- Register with your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
- Fill out the application form and upload scanned copies of your Photograph, Signature, Thumb Impression, and Handwritten Declaration.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the application and e-receipt for future reference.
- To download official notification- click here
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FAQs of NICL Assistant Recruitment 2024
Q1: What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 11th November 2024.
Q2: What documents are required for application?
You are requested to upload scanned copies of :Photograph
Signature
Left Thumb Impression
Handwritten Declaration
Q3: Can the application form be edited after submission?
No. Once you submit the application form, you cannot make any changes. Please check all details before submission properly.