Overview
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has announced a recruitment drive for 14 NIA Addl SP Dy SP Recruitment 2026 vacancies. These positions are available on a deputation or absorption basis for eligible officers from Central, State, or Union Territory Governments. Selected candidates will be posted anywhere in India to assist with critical investigation and intelligence work.
Interested and eligible officers must submit their applications in the offline mode. The application process started on 24 September 2026, and the last date for the receipt of the hard copy applications is 07 November 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SP) | 04 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy. SP) | 10 |
Eligibility
Applicants must be officers of the Central Government, State Government, or Union Territories holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department.
- Addl. SP: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 5 years of experience in handling criminal investigation cases or intelligence work, including counter-terrorism.
- Dy. SP: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 3 years of experience in handling criminal investigation cases or intelligence work.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Salary and Benefits
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SP) | Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700 (Pay Matrix Level – 11) |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy. SP) | Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 (Pay Matrix Level – 10) |
Officers will also receive a Special Security Allowance of 20% of their basic pay, along with DA, HRA, and TPT as admissible under Central Government orders.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 24 September 2026
- Application Last Date: 07 November 2026
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for the NIA deputation posts. Interested officers can send an advance copy via email, but the hard copy must be submitted through the proper channel.
- Download the bio-data proforma (Annexure-II) from the official website or the notification link.
- Fill out the application completely and get it countersigned by the competent authority.
- Attach supporting documents for educational qualifications.
- Attach attested photocopies of the APAR dossier from 2021-22 to 2025-26, Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, and details of any penalties imposed in the last 10 years.
- Send an advance copy of the application via email to spadmin.nia@gov.in.
- Send the complete physical application through the proper channel to: SP(Adm), NIA HQ, Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003.
Selection Process
Deputation → Document Verification → Absorption (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the maximum age limit for these NIA posts?
The maximum age limit to apply for the Addl SP and Dy SP posts is 56 years as on the last date of application.
2. How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
There are a total of 14 vacancies, which include 4 posts for Additional Superintendent of Police and 10 posts for Deputy Superintendent of Police.
3. Can a private sector employee apply for these posts?
No, these posts are exclusively for officers currently serving in the Central Government, State Governments, or Union Territories on a regular basis.
4. What is the required educational qualification?
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university along with relevant experience in criminal investigation or intelligence work.
5. Where will the selected candidates be posted?
The selected officers will have an All-India based posting depending on the vacancy positions.
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