National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has officially released a recruitment notification for 117 academic positions including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Librarian, and Assistant Librarian. These vacancies are available at NCERT New Delhi and its constituent units in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, and Shillong. Eligible candidates with required educational qualifications such as Ph.D. or Master's degree along with NET qualification as per UGC norms can submit their applications through the official online portal. The selection process primarily involves shortlisting based on academic scores followed by a personal interview. Interested applicants must complete the online registration process between January 31, 2026, and February 20, 2026. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for professionals in the field of educational research and teacher training to join an apex national organization.
Location
Multiple Locations
Total Vacancy
117 Posts
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177/2026
NCERT Academic Positions Recruitment Notification
(NCERT) National Council of Educational Research and Training
Important Dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 Jan, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 31 Jan, 2026 |
| Last Date | 20 Feb, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Will Be Notified |
| Exam Date | Will Be Notified |
| Result Declaration | Will Be Notified |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
|---|
| Professor |
| Associate Professor |
| Assistant Professor |
| Deputy Librarian |
| Assistant Librarian |
| NCERT Various Academic Posts Vacancy 2026 Details |
| The National Council of Educational Research and Training has announced a total of 117 vacancies for multiple academic departments. |
| These posts are distributed across various constituent units located in New Delhi, Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, and Shillong. |
| The recruitment includes positions for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across 51 different subject specializations. |
| Detailed category-wise distribution including reservations for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates is provided in the official notification. |
| The council reserves the right to vary the number of vacancies based on actual institutional requirements at the time of appointment. |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee Details |
|---|---|
| UR | ₹1000.00 |
| OBC | ₹1000.00 |
| EWS | ₹1000.00 |
| Women | ₹0.00 |
| SC | ₹0.00 |
| ST | ₹0.00 |
| PWD | ₹0.00 |
| Payment Mode Instructions |
|---|
| Applicants must pay the fee through the integrated online payment gateway only. |
| Accepted online methods include Debit Cards, Credit Cards, and Net Banking facilities. |
| No other mode of payment such as Demand Draft or Postal Order will be accepted. |
| Application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances or reasons. |
| Women applicants and candidates from SC, ST, and PWD categories are fully exempted. |
| Separate application and fee must be submitted if applying for more than one post. |
| The application will be rejected if the fee payment is not successfully completed. |
Age Limit
| Age Eligibility Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | - |
| Age Relaxation As Per UGC Rules |
|---|
| SC: Age relaxation as per UGC and GOI rules. |
| ST: Age relaxation as per UGC and GOI rules. |
| OBC (NCL): Age relaxation as per UGC and GOI rules. |
| EWS: Age relaxation as per UGC and GOI rules. |
| PWD: Age relaxation as per UGC and GOI rules. |
Education Qualification
Important Instructions for Job Seekers
- Never pay any money, fee, or donation for a job.
- Verify details only from the official website/notification.
- Do not trust job offers received via random emails, messages, or calls.
- Never share bank details, OTP, or passwords with anyone.
- If in doubt, contact the official recruiting authority directly.
How To Apply For NCERT Academic Recruitment 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to submit the online application form is February 20, 2026, until 05:00 PM.
There are a total of 117 vacancies for various academic positions including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor.
No, women applicants are exempted from the payment of the application fee as per the official notification.
The selection is based on shortlisting candidates according to their academic score followed by a personal interview.
Yes, candidates can apply for more than one post but must submit separate applications and fees for each post.
The post of Professor is in Academic Level 14 with a rationalized entry pay of Rs. 1,44,200.