National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has invited online applications for various Non-Teaching posts for the recruitment year 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official online application process.
Before applying, candidates are advised to carefully read the complete notification, check the eligibility criteria, age limit, post-wise vacancies, and selection process. Only those candidates who fulfill all the required conditions should proceed with the online application.
The application process will be conducted online only, and candidates must ensure that all details entered in the form are correct and accurate. Submission of incorrect information may lead to rejection of the application at any stage of the recruitment process.
Eligible applicants should complete the online form within the prescribed dates and keep a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
Highlights :
| Organization / Company Name | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
| Post Name | Various Non-Academic / Non-Teaching Posts |
| Total Number of Posts | 173 Vacancies |
| Pay Scale / Salary | As per 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) |
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age Limit | 50 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 January 2026 |
| Official Website | www.ncert.nic.in |
Total Vacancies :
Total Post : 173
| Group | Total Vacancies | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS |
| Group A | 138 | 67 | 12 | 16 | 35 | 08 |
| Group B | 26 | 13 | 01 | 02 | 08 | 02 |
| Group C | 09 | 06 | 01 | – | 01 | 01 |
| Total | 173 | 86 | 14 | 18 | 44 | 11 |
Important Notes:
- Vacancies are distributed across Group A, B, and C Non-Teaching posts.
- Category-wise reservation is applicable as per Government of India norms.
- The total number of vacancies is 173.
- Vacancies may increase or decrease as per NCERT requirements.
Age Limit :
| Criteria | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age Limit | 50 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | As per official NCERT notification |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per Government of India rules |
| Applicable Categories for Relaxation | SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen |
| Relaxation Authority | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
Educational Qualifications :
| Post Name | Essential Qualifications | Desirable / Experience |
| Superintending Engineer | M.Tech (ECE/IT/ICT) with 10 yrs exp OR B.Tech (ECE/IT) with 12 yrs exp OR Master’s in ECE/IT/ICT with 12 yrs exp in reputed media/ICT orgs; experience in O&M of ICT hardware/software | Leadership in ICT/media systems, TV & Radio broadcast equipment, OS & software troubleshooting, PG Diploma in Media/ICT |
| Production Officer | Bachelor’s in Printing Technology OR Bachelor’s + Diploma in Printing Technology | 8 yrs experience in textbook/publication printing; knowledge of layout, paper, blocks, computer-based printing |
| Business Manager | MBA OR Bachelor’s + PG Diploma (Sales/Marketing/Business Admin) | 8 yrs experience in sales & promotion in publishing; computer knowledge |
| Assistant Production Officer | Bachelor’s in Printing Technology OR Bachelor’s + Diploma in Printing Technology | 5 yrs print production experience; working knowledge of printing technology |
| Assistant Engineer Grade-A | B.E./B.Tech (ECE/IT/ICT) OR Master’s in ECE/ICT | 5 yrs experience in media/ICT systems, TV/Radio broadcast equipment |
| Assistant Public Relation Officer | Degree in Journalism/Mass Comm./Public Relations | 3 yrs PR & press liaison; Hindi writing & translation skills |
| Senior Accountant | Graduate (Commerce/Economics/Finance-related) | 3 yrs regular service in PB-1 with GP ₹2400 |
| Junior Hindi Translator | Master’s in Hindi/English with other language as subject + Translation Diploma OR 2 yrs translation experience | – |
| Junior Accountant | Graduate in Commerce/Economics/Finance-related subjects | – |
| Store Officer | Bachelor’s (Arts/Science/Commerce) OR Degree/Diploma in Engineering/Material Management | 5 yrs stores/procurement experience; computer knowledge |
| Production Assistant | Bachelor’s in Printing Technology + PG Diploma in Book Publishing | 3 yrs printing/production experience; cost estimation knowledge |
| Professional Assistant | M.Lib.Sc./M.LI.Sc. (50% marks) | 3 yrs library experience; library software knowledge |
| Cameraman Grade-II | Diploma/Degree in Photography/Videography/Film/Media | 3 yrs experience in cinematography, video production |
| Engineering Assistant | Bachelor’s in Engineering (ECE/ICT/IT) | Experience with broadcast & ICT media equipment |
| Script Writer | PG Degree (any discipline) | 3 yrs script writing for TV/Film; educational content experience |
| Set Designer | Diploma in Stage Craft OR Degree + Media Diploma | 3 yrs experience in TV/Film set design |
| Technician Grade-I | 10th/12th + Diploma (Electronics/IT/ICT) | – |
| Audio Radio Producer Grade-III | Graduate + Diploma in Audio/Radio Production OR Media Degree | 1 yr experience; educational audio content preferred |
| Graphic Assistant Grade-I | Graduate + Diploma (Graphics/Animation/Media) | 3 yrs experience in media/ICT content |
| TV Producer Grade-III | Degree + Media Diploma OR Research/Script experience | TV equipment familiarity; production experience |
| Sr. Proof Reader (English) | Bachelor’s in English | 2 yrs proofreading; typography knowledge |
| Store Keeper Grade-I | Bachelor’s (Arts/Science/Commerce) | 2 yrs stores experience; computer knowledge |
| Computer Operator Grade-III | 12th + Computer Certificate/Diploma | Knowledge of D-Base, Lotus, Word-Star |
| Floor Assistant | 10+2 OR Diploma in Stage Craft | 1 yr experience in stage/TV set handling |
| Film Assistant | Graduate + Media Certificate/Diploma | 1 yr experience in video editing/graphics |
| Graphic Assistant Grade-II | Graduate + Graphics/Media Diploma | 1 yr TV/media production experience |
| Store Keeper Grade-II | 12th Pass + Store Keeping Certificate | – |
| Lab Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree (relevant subject) | Instrument handling; computer knowledge |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 10+2 with typing speed (Eng/Hindi) | – |
| Senior Library Attendant | Certificate/Diploma in Library Science | 3 yrs experience; computer course |
| Film Joiner | 10th/12th + ITI | 1 yr experience with media equipment |
| Lightman | 10th/12th | 3 yrs lighting experience (Stage/Film/TV) |
| Painter | 10th + ITI (relevant trade) | Set painting experience |
| Toucher Grade-II | ITI (any trade) | Media equipment handling experience |
| Carpenter | 10th + ITI (Carpentry) | Set construction experience |
Application Fee :
| Category | Pay Level | Application Fee |
| Unreserved (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Level 10 – 12 | ₹ 1,500 /- |
| Unreserved (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Level 6 – 7 | ₹ 1,200 /- |
| Unreserved (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Level 2 – 5 | ₹ 1,000 /- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | All Pay Levels | Nil (Exempted) |
Important Notes :
- Application fee varies pay level-wise for UR/OBC/EWS candidates.
- SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempted from payment of application fee.
- Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
- Payment must be made through online mode only, as per official notification.
Salary/Stipend :
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Monthly Pay Scale (₹) |
| Superintending Engineer | Level – 12 | ₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200 |
| Production Officer | Level – 11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 |
| Business Manager | Level – 11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 |
| Assistant Production Officer | Level – 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Assistant Engineer Grade-A | Level – 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Assistant Public Relation Officer | Level – 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Senior Accountant | Level – 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Junior Hindi Translator | Level – 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Production Assistant | Level – 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Professional Assistant | Level – 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Cameraman Grade-II | Level – 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Engineering Assistant | Level – 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Script Writer | Level – 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Set Designer | Level – 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Junior Accountant | Level – 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Technician Grade-I | Level – 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Audio Radio Producer Grade-III | Level – 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Graphic Assistant Grade-I | Level – 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| TV Producer Grade-III | Level – 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Semi Professional Assistant | Level – 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Store Keeper Grade-I | Level – 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Computer Operator Grade-III | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Floor Assistant | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Film Assistant | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Graphic Assistant Grade-II | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Physics) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Chemistry) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Computer Science) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Geography) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (English) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Psychology) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Agriculture) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Biology) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Home Science) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Mathematics) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lab Assistant (Science) | Level – 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level – 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Senior Library Attendant | Level – 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Film Joiner | Level – 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Lightman | Level – 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Painter | Level – 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Toucher Grade-II | Level – 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Carpenter | Level – 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
Salary Structure Notes :
- Pay scales are based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
- In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will receive DA, HRA, TA, and other admissible allowances.
- Pay level corresponds to Group A / B / C posts as per NCERT norms.
Important Dates :
| Commencement of Online Registration | 27 December 2025 – 09:00 AM |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 16 January 2026 – Up to 11:55 PM |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be notified |
| CBT / Written Test Date | To be notified |
| Skill Test Date (if applicable) | To be notified |
| Interview Date (if applicable) | To be notified |
| Official Updates Website | www.ncert.nic.in |
Important Links :
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Daily Visit Our Website & Check Latest Job Notification | Click here |
How to Apply for NCERT Non-Teaching Online Application Form 2026 ?
| Step No. | Application Process Details |
| Step 1 | Visit the official website: www.ncert.nic.in |
| Step 2 | Click on the Recruitment / Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 link on the homepage |
| Step 3 | Complete online registration from 27 December 2025 (09:00 AM) to 16 January 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Step 4 | Fill in the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details |
| Step 5 | Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, certificates, and other relevant files |
| Step 6 | Pay the application fee online using Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking (if applicable) |
| Step 7 | Review all details carefully and submit the application form |
| Step 8 | Download and take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference |
FAQs :
Q1. What is NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?
NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is conducted to fill various Group A, B, and C non-academic posts.
Q2. How many total vacancies are released?
A total of 173 vacancies have been notified.
Q3. What is the mode of application?
The application process is online only.
Q4. What is the official website to apply?
Candidates must apply through www.ncert.nic.in.
Q5. What is the application start date?
Online registration starts on 27 December 2025 at 09:00 AM.
Q6. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date is 16 January 2026 up to 11:55 PM.
Q7. What is the minimum age limit?
The minimum age limit is 18 years.
Q8. What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age limit is 50 years.
Q9. Is age relaxation applicable?
Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.
Q10. What is the selection process?
Selection may include CBT/Written Test, Skill Test, and Interview, depending on the post.
Q11. What is the salary structure?
Salary is based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC).
Q12. What are the pay levels offered?
Pay Levels range from Level-2 to Level-12, post-wise.
Q13. What is the application fee for UR/OBC/EWS candidates?
Fees range from ₹1000 to ₹1500, depending on the pay level.
Q14. Is there any fee exemption?
Yes, SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempted.
Q15. Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, eligible candidates may apply for multiple posts by submitting separate applications.
Q16. What documents are required during application?
Photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required), and ID proof.
Q17. When will the Admit Card be released?
The Admit Card release date will be notified on the official website.
Q18. Will there be negative marking in the exam?
Details regarding exam pattern and negative marking will be announced later.
Q19. Can the application be corrected after submission?
Correction rules, if any, will be mentioned in the official notification.
Q20. Where will updates regarding exam dates be published?
All updates will be published only on www.ncert.nic.in.