The NICL Assistant Mains Exam 2026 will be conducted on 30th October 2026 in 2 shifts. The exam duration is 120 minutes. Shift 1 is 9 AM - 11 AM (reporting at 8 AM), and Shift 2 is 1.30 PM - 3.30 PM (reporting at 12.30 PM).

Exam and Reporting Schedule

• Shift 1 - Reporting at 8 AM | Exam From 9 AM - 11 AM

• Shift 2 - Reporting at 12.30 PM | Exam from 1.30 PM - 3.30 PM

Being aware of the shift timings of NICL Assistant Mains helps candidates reach the examination venue on schedule, thereby eliminating any hassle. Candidates should reach the exam venue at least 15 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card. Candidates can utilize this article to get complete information regarding the shift timings of the NICL Assistant Mains 2026.

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NICL Assistant Mains Shift Timings 2026

The NICL Assistant Mains examination is scheduled to be held in 2 shifts on 30th October 2026. Candidates can check the NICL Assistant official mains shift timings 2026 from the table below.

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NICL Assistant Exam Time Duration 2026

Here are the NICL Assistant Mains exam timings for 2026.

• The NICL Assistant Mains exam duration is 2 hours.
• The NICL Assistant Mains exam consists of 5 sections, i.e., Test of English Language (40 Questions), Test of Reasoning (40 Questions), Test of Numerical Ability (40 Questions), Test of General Awareness (40 Questions), and Test of Computer Knowledge (40 Questions).
• There is a separate sectional timing for each section.
• The total marks in the NICL Assistant mains exam are 200 marks.

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Is There Negative Marking In NICL Assistant Mains Exam 2026?

NICL Assistant Negative Marking 2026: For every wrong answer given by the candidates, 0.25 marks will be deducted.

NICL Assistant Mains Exam Instructions

Check the important instructions related to the NICL Assistant Mains Exam 2026 provided below.

• Candidates can check the exam-related instructions from the NICL Assistant admit card 2026 along with the shift timings. 
• Please bring the call letter with your photograph affixed thereon, a photocopy of photo identity proof stapled with it, and the same (currently valid) photo ID in original along with 1 additional photograph - THIS IS ESSENTIAL.
• Currently valid photo identity proof may be a PAN Card/Passport/Permanent Driving License/Voter’s Card with photograph/Bank Passbook with photograph/Photo Identity proof issued by a Gazetted Officer or People’s Representative on official letterhead/Valid recent Identity Card issued by a recognized College or University/Aadhar Card/E-aadhar Card with a photograph/ Employee ID/ Bar Council Identity card with photograph.
• Please Note - Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License will NOT be accepted as valid ID proof.
• Please Note: Candidates reporting without one photograph pasted on the Call Letter and one additional photograph will not be allowed to appear for the examination.
• Candidates must bring a blue ink stamp pad and glue for affixing the left thumb impression and pasting the photograph on the attendance sheet.

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FAQs

Q. In how many shifts will the NICL Assistant mains examination 2026 will be held?

The NICL Assistant mains exam 2026 will be held in 2 shifts.

Q. What are the NICL Assistant Mains 2026 1st shift timings?

The NICL Assistant Mains 2026 1st shift timings are 9 AM - 11 AM.

Q. What are the NICL Assistant Mains 2026 2nd shift timings?

The NICL Assistant Mains 2026 2nd shift timings are 1.30 PM - 3.30 PM.