National Investigation Agency (NIA) Recruitment 2026 for Legal Consultants & Other Posts
January 5, 2026
Latest NIA Recruitment 2026 with list of all current National Investigation Agency vacancy details, online application form and eligibility criteria. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is the primary counter-terrorist task force of India.
The agency is empowered to deal with the investigation of terror related crimes across states without special permission from the states under written proclamation from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Here is NIA Recruitment 2025 notifications as the agency regularly hires freshers and experienced professionals for its operations across India in multiple categories. Subscribe to all latest recruitment alerts and never miss any opportunity in future.
National Investigation Agency Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 05 Legal Consultant (Sr. Public Prosecutor) Posts | Last Date: 2nd February 2026
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for 05 Legal Consultant (Senior Public Prosecutor) posts on a contract basis. This opportunity allows experienced legal professionals to contribute to India’s apex agency dedicated to counter-terrorism investigations. The position is based in New Delhi, and the monthly consolidated remuneration offered is ₹1,25,000. Interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria must apply offline by sending their application form and supporting documents via Registered or Speed Post before 2nd February 2026.
National Investigation Agency Recruitment 2026 Notification
LLB / Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university
Total Vacancies
05
Apply Mode
Offline via Registered/Speed Post
Job Location
New Delhi
Last Date To Apply
2nd February 2026
National Investigation Agency Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Senior Public Prosecutor (Contract Basis)
05
LLB + 8 years experience at the Bar in criminal law
Education
Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
Experience Required: Minimum 8 years of experience at the Bar, specifically in handling criminal cases in courts.
Salary
Consolidated monthly remuneration: ₹1,25,000/- per month
Age Limit
Age limit is not specifically mentioned in the notification. Candidates must be physically and mentally fit for contractual engagement and meet experience criteria.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned for this recruitment.
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
Personal interview, if applicable
Final selection will be based on the discretion of the competent authority at NIA
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has released an official notification for the recruitment of Scientific posts on a deputation (ISTC) basis. A total of 33 vacancies are available across different categories such as Technical Forensic Psychologist, Finger Print Expert, Explosive Expert, Cyber Forensic Examiner, Crime Scene Assistant, and Photographer. Eligible officers working in Central/State Government departments, Universities, Research Institutions, PSUs, or Autonomous Organizations can apply through proper channel. The closing date for receipt of applications is 20th October 2025.
Officers from Central/State Government, Universities, Research Institutions, PSUs, Semi-Government, or Autonomous Bodies holding analogous posts on regular basis
Total Vacancies
33
Apply Mode
Offline (through proper channel)
Job Location
New Delhi (Headquarters) and other NIA branches
Last Date to Apply
20th October 2025
National Investigation Agency (NIA) Vacancy / Deputation
Level 07: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (for Crime Scene Assistant, Photographer)
Age Limit
Maximum 56 years for all posts (as per deputation rules).
Application Fee
Not applicable (no fee required).
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on eligibility
Interview/interaction with Selection Committee
How to Apply
Download Application Format: Obtain the prescribed proforma from the official notification.
Fill Application: Complete with all details including service particulars and cadre information.
Attach Documents: Include self-attested copies of educational certificates, service records, vigilance clearance, and experience certificates.
Forward Through Proper Channel: Applications must be sent via the concerned department to: SP (Admin), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Advance Copy: Candidates may also send an advance copy to spadmin.nia@gov.in.
Deadline: Applications must reach within 45 days of publication in Employment News, i.e., by 20th October 2025.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has announced the recruitment of 77 positions for Inspector, Sub Inspector, and Assistant Sub Inspector on a deputation basis. These posts are strictly reserved for serving government personnel from Central Government, State Governments, or Union Territories, who are holding analogous positions in their current cadre or department. Applications must be routed through the proper official channel and submitted within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News (09 August 2025), with the last date being 22 September 2025.
Name of Organization
National Investigation Agency (NIA)
Post Names
Inspector, Sub Inspector, Assistant Sub Inspector
Education
Serving personnel from Central/State Governments/UTs holding analogous posts on a regular basis
Total Vacancies
77
Apply Mode
Offline (Through Proper Channel)
Job Location
Various NIA Offices Across India
Last Date to Apply
22 September 2025
NIA Recruitment 2025 Vacancy List
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Inspector
44
Serving government officers in analogous posts on regular basis
Sub Inspector
20
Serving government officers in analogous posts on regular basis
Assistant Sub Inspector
13
Serving government officers in analogous posts on regular basis
Education
Open only to personnel from Central Government, State Governments, or Union Territories holding analogous posts on a regular basis in their cadre or department.
Salary
Inspector: Level-7 (PB-2 with GP ₹4600 pre-revised)
Sub Inspector: Level-6 (PB-2 with GP ₹4200 pre-revised)
Assistant Sub Inspector: Level-5 (PB-2 with GP ₹2800 pre-revised)
Age Limit
As per deputation norms of the Government of India.
Application Fee
No application fee.
Selection Process
Screening of applications and selection as per deputation guidelines of the Government of India.
How to Apply
Download and fill the prescribed bio-data proforma.
Attach all relevant documents including cadre clearance, vigilance clearance, and attested copies of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs).
Forward the application through the proper channel to: The SP (Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Ensure it reaches on or before 22 September 2025 (45 days from Employment News publication date of 09 August 2025).
National Investigation Agency Recruitment 2025: Apply for 7 Superintendent of Police Posts [CLOSED]
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), India’s premier counter-terrorism law enforcement agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued a recruitment notification for 7 vacancies of Superintendent of Police (SP). This recruitment will be filled on deputation basis from officers serving in the Indian Police Service, Central Government, State Government, or Union Territories. The position is a senior-level post carrying a pay scale of ₹15,600 – ₹39,100/- per month with Grade Pay (pre-revised) and equivalent under 7th CPC. Applications must be forwarded through proper channel before 10th September 2025.
Name of Organization
National Investigation Agency (NIA)
Post Names
Superintendent of Police (SP)
Education
IPS Officers empanelled for SP level posts / Officers of Central/State/UTs with requisite service & investigation/CT experience
Total Vacancies
07
Apply Mode
Offline (Through Proper Channel / Advance Copy via Email/Post)
Job Location
Lodhi Road, New Delhi
Last Date To Apply
10th September 2025
NIA Recruitment 2025 Superintendent of Police Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education / Eligibility
Superintendent of Police
07
IPS Officers empanelled for SP posts OR Central/State/UT officers with 5 yrs in PB-3 (GP 6600 pre-revised) + 10 yrs exp. in investigation/intelligence/CT ops/training
Salary
Pay Scale: ₹15,600 – ₹39,100/- per month (Pre-revised PB-3 with GP ₹6,600; equivalent as per 7th CPC).
Age Limit
Maximum age: 56 years (as per deputation rules).
Application Fee
Not mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
Selection will be made on the basis of test/interview and service record scrutiny.
How to Apply
Eligible officers should send their applications through proper channel with: