NIA Recruitment 2026: Apply for Senior Public Prosecutor & Public Prosecutor Posts (21 Vacancies)

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) under the Ministry of Home Affairs has released an official notification (File No. NIAHQR-ESTTODEPU/179/2025-ESTABLISHMENT NIA-HQ) inviting nominations for Senior Public Prosecutor (Sr. PP) and Public Prosecutor (PP) posts on a deputation basis.

This is a golden opportunity for experienced law professionals working in government departments to join one of India’s premier investigative agencies.


? NIA Recruitment 2026 – Overview

  • Organization: National Investigation Agency (NIA)
  • Department: Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Post Name: Senior Public Prosecutor & Public Prosecutor
  • Total Vacancies: 21 Posts
  • Job Type: Deputation (ISTC) Basis
  • Job Location: All India
  • Official Notification Date: 02 April 2026

? Vacancy Details

Post NameVacanciesPay Level
Senior Public Prosecutor (Sr. PP)07Level 11
Public Prosecutor (PP)14Level 10

(Vacancies may vary depending on requirements)


? Salary Structure

Senior Public Prosecutor (Sr. PP)

  • Pay Matrix Level 11
  • Salary: ?67,700 – ?2,08,700
  • Grade Pay (Pre-revised): ?6600
  • Special Security Allowance: 20% of Basic Pay

Public Prosecutor (PP)

  • Pay Matrix Level 10
  • Salary: ?56,100 – ?1,77,500
  • Grade Pay (Pre-revised): ?5400

? Additional benefits include DA, HRA, Transport Allowance as per Central Government norms.


? Eligibility Criteria

For Senior Public Prosecutor

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university
  • Minimum 8 years experience in criminal prosecution
  • Officers from:
    • Central/State Government
    • PSU / Autonomous Bodies
    • Universities / Research Institutions

Experience Requirement:

Key Highlights

Last Date: 2026/06/02

  • Holding analogous post OR
  • 5 years service in Pay Band-3 (GP ?5400)

For Public Prosecutor

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law
  • Relevant experience in criminal prosecution (as per NIA rules)

???? Age Limit

  • Maximum age: 56 years (as on last date of application)

? Required Documents

Candidates must submit:

  • Bio-data (Annexure-II format)
  • Educational certificates (Law Degree mandatory)
  • APAR records (2020–2025)
  • Vigilance Clearance Certificate
  • Integrity Certificate
  • Details of penalties (last 10 years)
  • Experience details

? Application Process

  • Applications must be sent through proper channel
  • Submit to:
    SP (Admin), NIA Headquarters
    Opposite CGO Complex, Lodhi Road,
    New Delhi – 110003
  • Candidates can also send advance copy via email:
    spadmin.nia@gov.in

? Last Date to Apply

Last date: 2/06/2026

  • Within 60 days from publication in Employment News

? Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.


? Official Notification Link

Candidates can check detailed eligibility, annexures, and application format on the official NIA website:

? https://www.nia.gov.in/recruitment-notice.htm

https://nia.gov.in/secure-pdf/view/0e0a396bc867c7e58961387865295833


? Job Responsibilities

Selected candidates will:

  • Conduct prosecution in courts
  • Scrutinize charge sheets and final reports
  • Guide junior prosecutors
  • Prepare legal documents and reports
  • Handle high-profile criminal cases
  • Coordinate with courts including High Courts & Supreme Court

? Why Apply for NIA Jobs?

  • Work with India’s top anti-terror agency
  • Attractive salary + 20% security allowance
  • Exposure to high-profile national cases
  • Career growth in legal & investigative field