1. Application & Shortlisting Candidates apply through official notifications (often via National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology). Shortlisting is based on: Academic performance Relevant experience Eligibility criteria 2. Written Test (for many roles) For technical positions, especially Scientist B: Objective-type exam (MCQs) Common subjects: Data Structures & Algorithms Computer Networks Operating Systems DBMS Programming (C, Java, Python) General aptitude This stage is often the main filter. 3. Technical Interview Candidates who clear the written test are invited for a technical interview. What they usually ask: Core CS fundamentals (very important) Coding problems (sometimes live or theoretical) Questions from your resume/projects Practical scenarios (e.g., how to design a system) Expect questions like: Explain normalization in DBMS Difference between process and thread Write a program to reverse a linked list 4. HR / Personal Interview Sometimes combined with technical round. Focus areas: Communication skills Government job motivation Teamwork and adaptability Basic awareness about NIC’s role in e-governance 5. Document Verification Educational certificates Identity proof Category certificates (if applicable)