NICL AO Notification 2024 -Check Out 247 vacancies

NICL AO Notification 2024

The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has officially announced the vacancies for Administrative Officer (AO) on December 29, 2023. Though the online application process starts from January 2, 2024, till January 22, 2024, candidates have enough time to apply for these posts. We would recommend you not wait till the last date of the application process to apply as this will increase rush, and many times, the official website also crashes due to the high traffic load on the website. To avoid a last-minute rush, try to apply within the middle days of the application timeline process. This year, the NICL Notification has been announced for a total of 247 vacancies of (Scale I) Generalists and Vacancies divided among various streams. Thus it is advised that every candidate should check the eligibility criteria for their respective specialisation in the official NICL AO 2024 Notification. The NICL AO is an absolutely golden opportunity for candidates looking to build their careers in some prestigious insurance organizations. 

The NICL (National Insurance Company Limited) is a public sector undertaking (PSU) headquartered in Kolkata and was established in 1906 by Gordhandas Dutia and Jeevan Das Dutia. The organization was nationalized in 1972, and since then, it has been operated under the ownership of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. Apart from India, the NICL also provides its services in Nepal. The major function of this organization is to provide various general insurance products (excluding life insurance) to people belonging to various economic sectors. NICL is one of the leading insurance companies in India, encompassing a wide range of clients across the nation with a huge revenue margin of around INR 13,000 crores recorded in the year 2021-22. Working in this huge profit-making company can be a dream come true for many candidates. A lucrative salary and a secure job are the best things one can have in a professional career. Thus, we encourage every student to check their eligibility and apply for the respective post stream in the NICL AO Recruitment 2024. 

In this article, we are going to cover every detail related to the exam dates, notifications, and vacancies. Thus, we would recommend you read this article carefully to get every insight about the NICL AO Notification 2024. 

NICL AO Vacancy 2024

According to the NICL Notification 2024, the total number of vacancies announced for the Administrative officers is 274, distributed among Generalists and Specialists. The Specialist streams for which the vacancies have been announced are Doctors (MBBS), Legal, Actuarial, Finance, Information Technology, Automobile Engineers, and Hindi (Rajbhasha) Officers. Apart from that, there are some Backlog vacancies and Generalist vacancies. Here please note that the eligibility criteria for each specialist stream is different, thus, don’t forget to check the NICL AO Eligibility Criteria for respective streams. Coming back to the vacancies of the NICL AO 2024, please refer to the table below to know the vacancy distribution of each stream in the NICL AO Recruitment 2024. 

Please note that:

• OBC candidates classified as "CREAMY LAYER" are not eligible for OBC reservation and age relaxation. They should identify themselves as GENERAL category candidates.
• Reservation in different categories will be in accordance with the current Government Guidelines when the results are finalized.
• EWS vacancies are provisional and depend on additional directives from the Government of India and any legal proceedings. The appointment is tentative and contingent upon the verification of the Income and asset certificate through the appropriate channels.

How to Apply for NICL AO 2024?

Once you have checked the eligibility criteria for your respective stream, it is essential to note the accurate application process of the same. Not fulfilling or omitting any step of the process may result in the cancellation of your candidature. Therefore, we recommend you to please read the following application instructions carefully. 

The application window of the NICL AO 2024 will open from January 2nd, 2024, to January 24th, 2024. Try to apply within these days to avoid a last-minute rush of your application. 

• Visit the official website of NICL, i.e., nationalinsurance.co.nic.in, and thereafter, go to its recruitment section at the top right corner of the website. 
• Click on ‘APPLY ONLINE’ (Link opening soon) which will redirect you to a new screen. 
• Click on the tab "Click here for New Registration" and register yourself by entering your name, contact details, and email-id.
• A system-generated registration number and password will be given to the candidate via email and SMS.
• Log in with the system-generated registration number and password and fill in your application form.
• After successfully entering all the details, click on SAVE and NEXT option to verify the details you have entered.
• Candidates will be asked to scan and upload a photo, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
• After fully verifying the details, click on the FINAL SUBMIT BUTTON to submit your application. Please note that no modification will be done to the final submission.
• After verifying all the details, it is now time for the payment. The candidate now needs to process and make the payment. After the payment, click on the submit button.

Instructions/Dimensions for uploading documents

Photograph:

• The photograph should be colored, recent and passport-sized
• Dimensions: 200 x 230 pixels
• The size of the file should be 20kb-50kb

Hand-written Declaration

• The declaration should be written in English clearly on white paper with black ink
• Dimensions: 200x 230 pixels 
• File size should be 20KB – 50 KB
• It should not be written in CAPITAL LETTERS

Left Thumb Impression

• The applicant has to put his/her left thumb impression on white paper with black or blue ink
• Dimensions: 240 x 240 pixels in 200 DPI
• File Size: 20 KB – 50 KB

Signature

• The signature needs to be done with black ink
• It should not be done with capital letters
• The size should be between 10KB-20 KB
• NICL AO Application Fee 2024 

Once you are done with the successful registration process, you will have to make the application payment which is different for General and categories. Completing the payment for the application fee is a crucial final step in the NICL AO (Administrative Officer) application process. It signifies the culmination of a candidate's efforts to apply for this sought-after position, bringing them closer to their professional goals. This pivotal step ensures that the application is deemed complete and eligible for further assessment by the recruitment authorities.

The non-refundable application fee can be submitted online, and the payment window is operational from January 2, 2024, to January 22, 2024, inclusive of both dates. It is imperative for candidates to finalize the payment within this timeframe to successfully submit their applications and be considered for the NICL AO examination.

The payment procedure has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate various applicant categories, recognizing the importance of offering equal opportunities to all candidates while considering their diverse backgrounds and circumstances. The fee structure is clearly delineated in the provided table, specifying different amounts for distinct categories, and demonstrating a fair and transparent approach to the application process.

Please refer to the table below to know the details of the Application Fee of the NICL AO Exam 2024.

NICL AO Admit Card 2024

Following the successful completion of the online application process for the NICL AO (Administrative Officer) exam, the next eagerly anticipated milestone for candidates is the issuance of admit cards. The admit card, a pivotal document, acts as the gateway to the examination hall. NICL will release the admit cards for download on its official website a few days before the scheduled NICL AO exam dates.

Candidates are advised to closely monitor the official website and notifications for updates regarding the release of admit cards. It is crucial to download the admit card within the specified timeframe and before the last date, as failure to do so may lead to disqualification from participating in the examination.

It is important to emphasize that separate call letters will be issued for both 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' of the examination. Each phase carries its own significance, and candidates must qualify in one phase to progress to the next. Therefore, staying informed about the release dates for both admit cards and ensuring timely download is imperative.

NICL AO Pre Exam Training 2024

NICL organizes a pre-exam training session for candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy) category, aiming to acquaint them with the examination process. To obtain detailed information about this training, candidates are instructed to regularly check the Recruitment Section of the NICL AO website at www.nationalinsurance.nic.co.in. Additionally, candidates who have opted for the training will receive notifications through their registered email or mobile contact. It is advised to stay updated through these channels for relevant details.