National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has officially released the admit cards for the upcoming Assistant Prelims Examination 2026. Candidates who applied for the 500 Assistant vacancies can now access their hall tickets to prepare for the assessment scheduled for 27th August 2026.
NICL Assistant Exam 2026 Overview
| Exam Name | NICL Assistant 2026 |
| Mode of Admit Card | Online |
| Status | Released |
| Admit Card Date | 20th August 2026 |
| NICL Assistant Exam Date 2026 | 27th August 2026 (Thursday) |
| Shift Timings | Shift 1- 8:30 am to 9:30 am Shift 2- 11 am to 12 noon |
| Details Required to Download | Registration Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth/Password |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Type of Questions | Objective-type questions |
| No. of Questions | 100 |
| Duration of Exam | 1 hour (60 minutes) |
How to Download NICL Assistant Admit Card
Follow these steps to retrieve your call letter from the official portal:
- Visit the official website of National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) at https://nationalinsurance.nic.co.in/.
- On the homepage, click on “Recruitment”.
- Then, under “RECRUITMENT OF ASSISTANTS (CLASS-III)” click on “Click here to download Call Letter for Phase - I (Prelims Examination)”.
- A login page opens on the screen, where you have to enter your registration number/roll number and date of birth/password.
- After filling in the captcha code displayed on the screen, click on “Login”.
- Your NICL Assistant Admit Card 2026 with complete exam-day details appears on the screen.
- Download and keep at least 2 hard copies along with you to carry to the exam hall.
You can also access the NICL Assistant Admit Card 2026 Direct Link - Click to Download.
Troubleshooting Download Issues
- Inserting Incorrect Details: Make sure your registration number and password or date of birth (format DD-MM-YY) are typed correctly.
- Browser Issue: Open the portal on Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge instead of your current browser.
- Cache Issue: Clear your browser cache, cookies, and history, then try again.
- Disable extensions: Turn off ad blockers or popup blockers that might stop the PDF from opening or downloading.
- Network Issue: Ensure a stable internet connection if the page fails to load or times out.
Exam Structure and Guidelines
The NICL Assistant Prelims will be held in two shifts. Each candidate must strictly adhere to the reporting times provided.
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Starts | Exam Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 7:30 am | 8:30 am | 9:30 am |
| Shift 2 | 10 am | 11 am | 12 noon |
Documents to be Carried to the Exam Centre
- A printed copy of the NICL Assistant Admit Card
- Valid Photo ID Proof (such as PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport)
Details Mentioned on NICL Assistant Admit Card
- Candidate's name
- Photograph
- Signature
- Roll number
- Registration number
- Date and time of the exam
- Examination centre address
- Exam day instructions
Preparation Tips
- Take daily full-length mock tests under strict timed conditions to build speed and stamina.
- Go through previous year papers and plan how to allocate time to each section in the real exam.
- Instead of learning new topics, focus on last-minute revision for reasoning, English, numerical ability, GA, and computer knowledge.
- Keep all your documents ready – printed admit card, ID proofs.
- Plan your travel ahead of time and reach your exam city at least one night before the exam day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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