National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released the latest employment notification for the recruitment of 117 Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts.
NCERT has announced a new recruitment drive for 117 academic posts through direct hiring at its New Delhi headquarters and regional units in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, and Shillong. All details related to NCERT Recruitment 2026 are provided below.
Important Dates
- Date of Notification: 31/01/2026
- Start Date to Apply Online: 31/01/2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 20/02/2026
Application Fee
- UR/OBC/EWS: ₹1,000 (online payment only)
- No other payment mode accepted
- Women, SC/ST & PwD: Fee exempted
- Fee once paid is non-refundable
NCERT Job Overview
- Post Name: Academic Positions
- No. of Posts: 117
- Job Location: Across India
- Advt. No.: 177/2026
- Qualification: Ph.D./Master’s Degree
- Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹67,000
- Age Limit: Not mentioned
- Official Portal: ncert.nic.in
Essential Qualification
- Professor: Ph.D. + 10 years teaching/research experience with required publications/research score or outstanding professional with Ph.D. + 10 years experience (UGC norms)
- Associate Professor: Ph.D. + Master’s (55%) + 8 years teaching/research experience with required publications
- Assistant Professor: Master’s (55%) + NET/SLET/SET or UGC Ph.D. exemption
- Deputy Librarian: Master’s in Library Science + 8 years experience + ICT/library innovation + Ph.D.
- Assistant Librarian: Master’s in Library Science + computer knowledge + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption
How to Apply
- Register and complete the online application form carefully
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents
- Apply online only through the NCERT website
- Only Indian nationals are eligible
- Ensure eligibility criteria are met before submission
- Qualifications must be valid on the closing date
Important Links
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NCERT Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
What is the start date to apply for NCERT Recruitment 2026?
The online start date to apply is 31.01.2026.
What is the last date to apply online for NCERT Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 20.02.2026.
How many vacancies are available in NCERT Recruitment 2026?
There are 117 posts for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor.
What is the full form of NCERT?
The full form of NCERT is National Council of Educational Research and Training.
