Table of Contents
The New India Assurance Company Limited released the NIACL AO Notification 2024 to fill 170 vacancies for Administrative Officer (Generalist and Specialist) posts. Candidates who passed the prelims exam will now appear for the Mains exam. The NIACL AO Mains Exam 2024 is scheduled for 17th November 2024 (Sunday) for which the admit card has released on the 7th November 2024. Read this article below for more details.
NIACL AO Mains Exam Date 2024 Out
The NIACL AO Mains Exam Date 2024 has been officially announced by the New India Assurance Company Limited, with the Phase 2 exam set for 17th November 2024 (Sunday). Candidates who successfully pass the prelims will proceed to the mains exam. This exam will feature 200 questions, each worth one mark, for a total of 200 marks. It is crucial for those who are qualified to focus on effective preparation for the upcoming exam.
NIACL AO Notification 2024
The NIACL AO Notification 2024 PDF is an official document that contains all the details regarding the recruitment process, vacancy details, selection process, and so on. Although we have shared all the details regarding the NIACL AO notification 2024 still we encourage candidates to download the official notification PDF and read all the details carefully.
The total number of vacancies announced through this notification is 170 of which 120 vacancies are reserved for Generalist posts and 50 vacancies are reserved for Specialist posts. The official notification PDF is attached below, download it now!
NIACL Administrative Officer Recruitment 2024
New India Assurance Company Limited, a Mumbai-based Public Sector General Insurance Company founded in 1919 and nationalized in 1973, is one of the five fully government-owned insurance companies in India. It is a leading global insurance group with branches across the country.
The NIACL Administrative officer recruitment will be done through Phase I, Phase II, and Interviews. The exam mode will be online only. To check the key highlights of the NIACL AO Recruitment 2024 check the below table.
| NIACL AO 2024: Highlights | |
| Organization | New India Assurance Company Limited |
| Name of the Post | Administrative Officers |
| Vacancy | 170 |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| NIACL AO Phase 2 Exam 2024 | 17th November 2024 |
| Selection Process |
|
| Salary | Rs. 80,000/- (Approx.) |
| Official website | @newindia.co.in |
NIACL AO Recruitment 2024: Important Dates
The NIACL AO Important date 2024 has been announced which includes Phase 1 and 2 Exam Date 2024. The NIACL AO Phase 2 Exam 2024 will be held on 17th November 2024. The call letter for the Phase 2 Exam is expected to be released in 2nd week of November 2024 on the official website.
| NIACL AO Recruitment 2024: Important Dates | |
| Events | Dates |
| NIACL AO Notification 2024 Date | 6th September 2024 |
| NIACL AO Apply Online 2024 (Start) | 10th September 2024 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 29th September 2024 |
| NIACL AO Phase-I Online Examination (Objective) | 13th October 2024 |
| NIACL AO Prelims Result 2024 | 29 October 2024 |
| NIACL AO Cut off 2024 | November 2024 |
| NIACL AO Mains Admit Card 2024 | 7th November 2024 |
| NIAL AO Phase-II Exam 2024 (Objective + Descriptive) | 17th November 2024 |
NIACL AO 2024 Vacancy
NIACL AO Notification 2024 has been published by NIACL which gives opportunity to the candidates to apply for the Administrative Officer Post. For the year 2024, the vacancies has been notified and a total of 170 vacancies are to be filled. The post-wise vacancies have been listed below according to NIACL AO 2024 Notification.
| NIACL AO Vacancy 2024 | ||||||
| Disciplines | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| Generalist | 07 | 04 | 13 | 05 | 21 | 50 |
| Accounts | 18 | 08 | 32 | 12 | 50 | 120 |
| Total Vacancies | 25 | 12 | 45 | 17 | 71 | 170 |
NIACL AO 2024 Apply Online
The NIACL AO 2024 Online Application Link has now been deactivated. Candidates can click on the link shared below and follow the steps to register and apply for the NIACL AO Recruitment 2024.
Steps to Apply for the NIACL AO Recruitment 2024
Steps to Apply for the NIACL AO 2024 are given below:
Step-1: Start the application process by visiting the official website of New India Assurance Co. Ltd. @ newindia.co.in.
Step-2: On the homepage, locate and click on the “Recruitment” section, situated at the top of the page.
Step-3: Look for the specific recruitment titled “Recruitment of Administrative Officer (Scale I) 2024” and click on it.
Step-4: Opt for the “New Sign-Up” option to generate a fresh registration number and password.
Step-5: After obtaining the registration number, click on the “Apply Online” link associated with it.
Step-6: Provide all the required details in the application form, complete the application fee payment, and upload the necessary documents as per the guidelines.
Step-7: Once you have filled in all the information, click on the “Submit” button and make sure to download a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
NIACL AO 2024 Application Fee
All eligible candidates have to pay the NIACL AO Application fees online. No other mode of applying fees is not acceptable.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC | 850/- |
| SC/ST/PwD Category | 100/- |
NIACL AO 2024 Eligibility Criteria
According to the released notification, all the candidates must check the eligibility criteria for applying online to the NIACL AO 2024 for the Administrative Officer (Generalist) post). Candidates must check all the details carefully to avoid any future disparity.
NIACL AO Nationality
For the NIACL AO post, both Generalist and Specialist, the candidate must be:
- a citizen of India, or
- a subject of Nepal, or
- a subject of Bhutan, or
- a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 01st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (b), (c), (d) and (e) shall be a person in whose favor a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Govt. of India
NIACL AO Age Limit (As on 01/09/2024)
NIACL AO Recruitment 2024, the age limit as per the notification released is given below. Candidates belonging to reserved categories have been provided age relaxation.
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
| Category | Age Limit Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | The actual period of service rendered in the Defence forces + 3 years, maximum up to the age of 45 years |
| Disabled Ex-Servicemen | up to the age of 45 years |
NIACL AO Educational Qualification (As on 01/09/2024)
NIACL AO Qualification: The post-wise NIACL AO Qualification is given below for the post of Accounts and Generalist posts.
| NIACL AO Qualification: Post-wise | |
| Post Name | Qualification |
| Accounts | Chartered Accountant (ICAI) and Graduation/Postgraduation in any discipline with min 60% (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Generalist | Graduate/Post-graduate in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government with min 60% (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
NIACL AO 2024 Selection Process
- NIACL AO Phase 1 Examination: It is conducted online and consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The subjects usually include English Language, Reasoning Ability, and Quantitative Aptitude. Candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in this stage will be shortlisted for the next phase.
- NIACL AO Phase 2 Examination: This exam consists of objective-type and descriptive-type questions. Objective-type questions usually cover topics like Reasoning, English Language, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge related to the specific field (such as Finance, Legal, IT, etc.).
- NIACL AO Interview: The interview panel evaluates the candidates’ knowledge, communication skills, and suitability for the Administrative Officer position. The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the main examination and the interview.
NIACL AO 2024 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern details for both Phase 1 and 2 is given below.
NIACL AO Phase I Exam Pattern
- The NIACAL Preliminary Exam will consist of questions from three sections, namely English, Reasoning, and Numerical/Quantitative Aptitude.
- Each section will have a specific time limit of 20 minutes allocated for answering the questions.
- In total, there will be 100 Multiple Choice Questions, with each question carrying 1 mark.
- Candidates should be aware of the negative marking system, where 1/4th of a mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer given by them.
| S. No. | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| 2. | Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| 3. | Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
NIACL AO Phase II Exam Pattern
- The NIACL AO Mains Exam consists of two sections: Objective and Descriptive type, and candidates must clear both sections separately.
- Objective type paper duration: 2 hours, Descriptive Paper: 30 Minutes
- Types of Questions: MCQ type
- Total Number of questions: 200 in objective paper and 2 Essay/Letter Writing questions in the Descriptive section.
- Exam medium: English language.
- Negative Marking: Yes, 1/4th of a mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer in the Objective type paper.
| S. No. | Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | 40 Min |
| 2. | English Language | 50 | 50 | 40 Min |
| 3. | General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 30 Min |
| 4. | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 Min |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
NIACL AO Phase II Exam Pattern for Specialist Posts
The exam pattern for the NIACL AO Mains Exam for the specialist post is the same but along with the other four subjects mentioned above (for the Generalist post), there is an additional subject related to the specialist stream.
| S. No. | Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 Min |
| 2. | English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Min |
| 3. | General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 Min |
| 4. | Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 30 Min |
| 5 | In Specialist stream, an additional test to assess technical& professional knowledge in the relevant discipline | 40 | 40 | 35 Min |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
NIACL AO Phase IIÂ Descriptive Paper
The NIACL AO descriptive test will be a test of English Language through writing Letter and Essay. The total duration of the NIACL AO Phase II Descriptive test is 30 Mins.
| Name of Exam | Marks |
|---|---|
| Letter Writing | 10 Marks |
| Essay Writing | 20 Marks |
NIACL AO 2024 Syllabus
The NIACL AO Syllabus 2024 for Prelims and Mains exams is discussed here. The NIACL AO 2024 Syllabus for Prelims consists mainly of Reasoning, Quant, and English. Click on the link below the table to get the details of the NIACL AO Syllabus for the Prelims and Mains Exam.
| English Language | Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | Simplification | Coded Inequalities |
| Cloze Test | Ratio & Proportion, Percentage | Seating Arrangement |
| Fill in the blanks | Number Systems | Puzzle Tabulation |
| Multiple Meaning / Error Spotting | Profit & Loss | Logical Reasoning |
| Paragraph Complete / Sentence Correction | Mixtures & Allegations | Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test |
| Para jumbles | Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices | Data Sufficiency |
| Miscellaneous | Time & Distance | Syllogism |
| Work & Time added in NIACL AO Syllabus | Blood Relations | |
| Sequence & Series | Input-Output | |
| Permutation, Combination & Probability | Coding-Decoding | |
| Data Interpretation | Alphanumeric Series | |
| Mensuration – Cylinder, Cone, Sphere |
NIACL AO 2024 Salary
The NIACL AO Salary basic pay is Rs. 50,925/- on the scale of Rs.50925-2500(14)-85925-2710(4)- 96765/-. The final salary package for the selected candidate will be approximately Rs. 80,000/- per month in Metropolitan cities, which includes various allowances like Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Transport Allowance, and more.
NIACL AO Previous Year Question Paper
The NIACL AO Previous Year Question Paper will help the candidates in getting an idea about the type of questions that are asked in the exam. Candidates should solve the papers in the real exam time manner. It will help you in assessing your preparation level, weak areas, strong areas, and where you need to work more. So, solve as many question papers as you can to prepare well.
NIACL AO 2024 Cut Off
The NIACL AO Cut off for the NIACL AO Prelims (Phase I) exam is provided here for the year 2021. Candidates can check and assess the past year trends in cut off by themselves through the data shared below.
| NIACL AO Prelims Cut Off 2021- Category-wise | |
| Category | Prelims Cut Off |
| UR | 73.75 |
| SC | 64.50 |
| ST | 58.75 |
| OBC | 68.25 |
| EWS | 68.75 |
| HI | 41.75 |
| OC | 61 |
| VI | 63.75 |
| ID/MD | 20.50 |
| NIACL AO Prelims Cut Off 2021- Section-wise | ||
| Discipline | Generalists | |
| Test | SC/ST/OBC/PwD | UR |
| English Language | 11 | 14.50 |
| Reasoning Ability | 2.25 | 6.50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 4.25 | 7.25 |
NIACL AO 2024 Exam Centers
The NIACL AO Prelims and Mains Examination will be conducted across various Exam centres in India as provided by NIACL AO. The state-wise list of NIACL AO Exam centres is given below.
| State/UTs | Centres |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh | Chirala, Guntur, Hyderabad, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar/Naharlagun |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
| Bihar | Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzzafarpur, Patna, Purnea |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh/Mohali |
| Chhattisgarh | Bhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | Daman & Diu |
| Delhi | Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurgaon |
| Goa | Panaji |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Anand, Gandhinagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara |
| Haryana | Ambala, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Panipat, Yamuna-Nagar |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Srinagar, Samba |
| Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Belgaum, Bengaluru, Gulbarga, Hubli, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi |
| Kerala | Alappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thiruvananthpuram, Thrichur |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain |
| Maharashtra | Amaravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik, Pune, Ratnagiri |
| Manipur | Imphal |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Mizoram | Aizwal |
| Nagaland | Kohima |
| Odisha | Balasore, Berhampur(Ganjam), Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur |
| Puducherry | Puducherry |
| Punjab | Amritsar, Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Pathankot, Patiala |
| Rajasthan | Ajmer, Alwar, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur |
| Sikkim | Gangtok-Bardang |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Nagercoil, Salem, Thanjavur, Thiruchirapalli, Tirunelvell, Vellore |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Prayagraj(Allahabad), Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee |
| West Bengal | Asansol, Greater Kolkata, Hooghly, Kalyani, Kolkata, Siliguri |
NIACL AO 2024 Books
Candidates can check some highly recommended books to help them prepare for the NIACL AO Exam 2024:
| Subject | Recommended Books |
| General Awareness | – Manorama Yearbook |
| – India Yearbook | |
|
– Lucent’s General Knowledge
|
|
| English Language |
– Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi
|
|
– Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
|
|
|
– The Hindu / The Indian Express (Newspapers)
|
|
| Quantitative Aptitude |
– Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal
|
|
– Quantitative Aptitude by D.K. Goel
|
|
|
– Fast Track Quantitative Aptitude by Arihant
|
|
| Reasoning Ability |
– A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal
|
|
– Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey
|
|
|
– Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by Disha Publications
|
NIACL AO Online Coaching 2024
NIACL AO Online Coaching 2024 provides a flexible and effective preparation platform for the NIACL Administrative Officer exam. It includes live and recorded classes, detailed study materials, and mock tests covering all key subjects. Led by expert instructors, the coaching focuses on problem-solving techniques, exam strategies, and time management. Interactive doubt-clearing sessions and regular practice help candidates strengthen their understanding and track their progress, making online coaching a valuable tool for success in the NIACL AO 2024 exam.
NIACL AO 2024 Mock Test
NIACL AO 2024 mock tests are crucial for effective exam preparation. They provide a realistic exam experience, helping candidates understand the pattern, manage time, and familiarize themselves with the types of questions. Regular practice with mock tests allows candidates to assess their strengths and weaknesses, refine their strategies, and improve accuracy and speed. Reviewing the solutions and explanations further aids in clearing doubts and solidifying concepts, making mock tests a vital part of the preparation process.
NIACL AO 2024 Preparation Tips
Here are some key preparation tips for the NIACL AO 2024 exam:
- Familiarize yourself with the exam structure and topics covered in Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness.
- Develop a study schedule that allocates time to each subject, ensuring a balanced approach to your preparation.
- Solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests regularly to improve speed, accuracy, and familiarity with the exam format.
- Stay updated with current affairs, especially topics related to the economy, insurance, and finance, by reading newspapers and magazines.
- Concentrate on areas where you need improvement while also revising your stronger topics to maintain a well-rounded preparation.
- Practice managing your time effectively during study sessions and mock exams to ensure you can complete all questions within the given timeframe.
- Maintain a positive attitude and stay confident throughout your preparation journey, especially on the day of the exam.
| NIACL AO Notification 2024 Important links | |
| NIACL AO Previous Year Question Paper | NIACL AO Cut-Off |
| NIACL AO Syllabus | NIACL AO Books |
| NIACL AO Salary 2024 | |
SBI PO 2024 Notification, Exam Date, Vac...
IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 Notification, V...
RRB Group D Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Out...
