NCERT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
- Organization Name: National Council of Educational Research and Training
- Post Name: Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor & Other
- Total Vacancy: 117
- Salary: Rs. 57,700-1,44,200/-
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Start Date: 30.01.2026
- Apply Last Date: 20.02.2026
- Selection Process: Shortlisting & Interview
- Official Website: ncert.nic.in
NCERT Recruitment Vacancy Details
A total of 117 academic vacancies have been published for recruitment at NCERT headquarters (New Delhi) and its regional institutes located in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysore, and Shillong. The positions include Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Librarian, and Assistant Librarian. These positions span various disciplines such as Mathematics, Education, Science, Social Sciences, Languages, Arts, Psychology, Sociology, Computer Education, Library Science, Agriculture, Physical Education, Chemistry, Physics, and many more.
NCERT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
(1) Professor
- Ph.D. in relevant subject.
- Minimum 10 years teaching/research experience.
- 10 research publications.
- High research score as per UGC norms.
(2) Associate Professor -
- Ph.D. in relevant subject.
- Master's with 55% marks.
- 8 years teaching/research experience.
- 7 research publications.
(3) Assistant Professor -
- Master's with 55% marks.
- NET/SLET/SET qualified or Ph.D. (NET exempted as per rules)
(4) Deputy Librarian -
- Master's in Library Science (55%)
- 8 years experience
- Ph.D. + ICT/library innovation knowledge.
(5) Assistant Librarian -
- Master's in Library Science (55%)
- NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D.
- (All qualifications as per UGC/NCERT norms)
NCERT Recruitment Pay Scale
- Professor - Level 14 (Rs. 1,44,200/-)
- Associate Professor/ Deputy Librarian - Level 13A (Rs. 1,31,400/-)
- Assistant Professor/ Assistant Librarian - Level 10 Rs. 57,700/-)
NCERT Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- UR/ OBC/ EWS Category: Rs. 1000/-
- SC/ ST/ PwD/ Women Category: No Fee
Payment Mode: Online only.
NCERT Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit NCERT official website: www.ncert.nic.in.
- Go to Announcement - Vacancy - Academic.
- Register with email & mobile
- Fill application form
- Upload photo, signature, required documents
- Pay application fee online (if applicable)
- Submit and save printout.
NCERT Notification 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for NCERT Academic Recruitment 2026 will be completed through shortlisting based on candidates' academic scores and eligibility criteria, followed by an interview. There will be no written examination. The final selection will be based only on interview performance after document verification.
NCERT Recruitment Important Dates
- Start Date of Online Application: 30.01.2026
- Last Date of Online Application: 20.02.2026
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Apply Online
- Click Here: Official Website
NCERT Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. How many total vacancies are available?
- Answer: There are 117 academic posts available.
Q2. What is the mode of application?
- Answer: Applications must be submitted online only through the NCERT website.
Q3. What is the selection process?
- Answer: Selection is through shortlisting and interview only.
Q4. What are the important dates?
- Answer: Online registration starts 31 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 20 February 2026.
