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NFC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

NFC has published the official notification vide Advertisement No. NFC/01/2026 published in Employment News and leading newspapers on 21.03.2026. The detailed notification and online application link are available on the official NFC website.

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NFC Vacancy 2026 Details

The NFC Recruitment 2026 announces a total of 18 posts with category-wise reservation as follows:

Note: PwBD candidates can apply for Post Code 12602 (OL, HH) and Post Code 12605 (OA, OL, HH) only, as these posts are identified suitable for PwBD.

Important Dates

NFC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria include age limit, educational qualification and experience. All conditions must be fulfilled as on the last date of submission of online application (18 April 2026).

Age Limit & Relaxation 2026

Note: Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC is applicable only for posts where vacancy is reserved for the specified category. Age is reckoned as on the last date of submission of online application.

NFC Recruitment 2026  Educational Qualification

NFC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process varies by post code:

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• Post Codes 12601, 12603, 12604 – Interview Based: Selection on the basis of Personal Interview. If response is more, NFC may conduct a Screening Test (75 MCQs, 90 minutes, +3 for correct / –1 for incorrect) to restrict candidates called for interview.

• Post Codes 12602, 12605, 12606 – Three Stage Process:

  • Stage 1 – Preliminary Test (1 hour, OMR-based): 50 MCQs – Mathematics (20), Science (20), General Awareness (10). +3 for correct / –1 for incorrect. Cut-off: 40% (General), 30% (Reserved categories).

  • Stage 2 – Advanced Test (2 hours): 50 MCQs from relevant discipline. +3 for correct / –1 for incorrect. Cut-off: 30% (General), 20% (Reserved). Merit list prepared based on Stage 2 marks only. Both stages conducted in a single session as Section A & B.

  • Stage 3 – Skill Test (Go/No-Go basis): Up to 5 times the number of vacancies shortlisted from Stage 2. Candidates clearing Skill Test empanelled in order of Stage 2 merit.

NFC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Payment mode: Online only through BharatKosh / Non-Tax Receipt Portal (NTRP) at https://bharatkosh.gov.in. Fee once paid is non-refundable.

Examination Centres

Examinations are tentatively scheduled to be conducted at Hyderabad (Telangana), Mumbai (Maharashtra), Rawatbhata (Rajasthan) and Pazhayakayal (Tamil Nadu). Candidates may indicate their preferred city in the application form. NFC reserves the right to add or delete centres without assigning any reason.

How to Apply for NFC Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official NFC recruitment website https://recruit.nfc.gov.in (available from 21 March 2026, 10:00 hrs).

2. Read the advertisement and instructions carefully before filling the application.

3. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post.

4. Keep the following documents ready in PDF format for uploading:

   • SSC/10th Standard Certificate

   • HSC/12th Certificate

   • Qualifying certificate (Degree/Diploma/Certificate for respective post)

   • Registration Certificate (as applicable)

   • Caste/PwBD/EWS certificate (if applicable)

   • Experience/Training certificate (as applicable)

   • Application fee payment receipt (if applicable)

   • Passport-size photograph (JPEG, 165×125 pixels, max 50 KB, white background)

   • Signature (JPEG, 80×125 pixels, max 20 KB)

5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through BharatKosh/NTRP before initiating the online application.

6. Fill all details in the online application form correctly as per Matriculation certificate.

7. Enter fee payment details in the 'Details of Fee Paid' column and submit the application before 18 April 2026 (17:00 hrs).

8. A copy of the submitted application will be sent to your registered email ID in PDF format – preserve it till the selection process is completed.

Important Instructions

• Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.

• All qualifications must be recognized by concerned Regulatory Authorities in India.

• Only one application per post; separate applications required for each post if applying for multiple posts.

• After final submission, no request for change/correction will be entertained under any circumstances.

• Candidates working in Government/PSU/Autonomous bodies must submit NOC at the time of Interview/Skill Test.

• SC/ST outstation candidates called for Tests/Interview/Skill Test will be reimbursed to-and-fro sleeper class/second-class railway fare by shortest route (subject to production of tickets); fare for first 30 km shall be borne by candidates.

• Appointment is subject to Medical fitness conducted by NFC.

• Selected candidates will be governed by National Pension System (NPS) or Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as notified by the Government.

• Select list/Wait list validity is one year from the date of publication of results.

• Candidates must regularly check https://www.nfc.gov.in for all updates; no information will be sent by post/courier.

• Any dispute will be subject to the Courts having jurisdiction in Hyderabad only.

• Beware of fraudulent recruitment advertisements forging NFC/DAE name/logo; NFC does not ask for any payment other than the prescribed application fee.

• For any clarification, contact: helpdesk-rect@nfc.gov.in (with Registration Number, registered email ID, mobile number, name, date of birth, and post applied for).

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