NCERT Recruitment 2026; National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) aims to fill a total of 173 vacancies for various Group A, B, and C non-academic (non-teaching) posts. As per the official notice, the last date to apply online for NCERT Recruitment 2026 has been extended till 2nd February 2026 only for those candidates who have already registered and could not submit the application form. Candidates who have not registered yet are advised to complete their registration form through the official website www.ncert.nic.in or the direct link shared in the article.
NCERT Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
| Group | Group A, B, and C Non-Academic |
| Post Name | Clerk, Accountant, Engineer, Technician, Computer Operator, and other posts |
| Advt. No. | 01/2025 |
| Vacancies | 173 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Last Registration Date | 2nd February 2026 (Extended) |
| Selection Process | Open Competitive Examination Skill Test Interview |
| Official Website | www.ncert.nic.in |
NCERT LDC Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The online registration scheduled for the NCERT Vacancy 2026 has been officially announced by NCERT. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for the NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 till 2nd February 2026. Check important dates from the table below.
| Events | Dates |
| Detailed Notification PDF | 24th December 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 27th December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2nd February 2026 (Extended) |
| NCERT Exam Date | To be notified |
NCERT Non-Teaching Vacancy 2026
The total vacancies released under NCERT Recruitment 2026 for non-academic posts are 173, out of which 138 are for Level 2-5, 26 for Level 6-8, and 09 for Level 10-12. Further, the category-wise NCERT Non-Teaching Vacancy distribution can be checked from the table below.
| Groups | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS |
| Group A | 9 | 6 | 1 | – | 1 | 1 |
| Group B | 26 | 13 | 01 | 02 | 08 | 02 |
| Group C | 138 | 67 | 12 | 16 | 35 | 08 |
| Total | 173 | 86 | 14 | 18 | 44 | 11 |
NCERT Non Teaching Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment must meet the eligibility requirements as per their category. NCERT Eligibility Criteria 2026 possesses criteria in the age limit, educational qualifications, and medical standards
Educational Qualification
To be eligible, candidates must meet the required academic qualifications as per the NCERT Non-Teaching Educational Qualifications. The qualifications vary for posts. Refer to the table below for complete details.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Superintending Engineer A | M. Tech. in Electronics and Communication/Information Technology or relevant area of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) with 10 years of experience in reputed media organizations/industry at the level of Grade Pay 6600/-(OR)B.Tech in Electronics and Communication/Information Technology with 12 years of experience in reputed media organizations/industry at the level of GRADE PAY 6600/-or higher and active engagement with operations and maintenance of relevant hardware and software (OR)Master’s Degree in Electronics, Communication/ Information Technology or relevant area of Information & Communication Technology (ICT), with 12 years of experience |
| Production Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Printing Technology from a recognized University (OR)Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with a Diploma in Printing Technology |
| Business Manager | Master’s in Business Administration from a recognized university/Institute (OR)Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University with two years Post Graduate Diploma in Sales/Marketing/ Business Administration. |
| Assistant Production Officer | A Bachelor’s Degree in Printing Technology from a recognized University (OR)A Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with a Diploma in Printing Technology 2)Working knowledge regarding cover design, layout, paper, blocks, and all aspects of printing technology |
| Assistant Engineer A | Bachelor Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering/Engineering with specialization in Information Technology or equivalent (OR)Masters Degree in Electronics and Communication, or relevant area of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) |
| Junior Hindi Translator | Master’s degree of a recognized University in Hindi with English (OR)Master’s degree of a recognized University in English with Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level (AND)Recognized diploma or certificate course in translation from Hindi to English |
| Accountant | Graduated in Commerce/Economics and other related subjects dealing with financial management from a recognized University |
Note: Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed notification PDF for educational qualifications for other posts.
Age Limit (as on 16/01/2026)
The post-wise upper age limit for NCERT Recruitment 2026 has been tabulated below in the table.
| Post Name | Age Limit (Maximum) |
|---|---|
| Superintending Engineer | 50 Years |
| Production Officer | 40 Years |
| Business Manager | 40 Years |
| Assistant Production Officer | 35 Years |
| Assistant Engineer Grade | |
| Assistant Public Relations Officer | |
| Senior/Junior Accountant | 30 Years |
| Junior Hindi Translator | |
| Store Officer | |
| Production Assistant | |
| Professional Assistant | |
| Cameraman Grade II | |
| Engineering Assistant | |
| Script Writer | |
| Set Designer | |
| Technician Grade 1 | 27 Years |
| Audio Radio Producer Grade 2 | 27 Years |
| Graphic Assistant | 30 Years |
| TV Producer Grade III | 27 Years |
| Semi-Professional Assistant | 27 Years |
| Senior Proof Reader | 30 Years |
| Store Keeper Grade 1 | 27 Years |
| Computer Operator Grade 3 | |
| Floor Assistant | |
| Film Assistant | |
| Graphic Assistant Grade III | |
| Store Keeper Grade 2 | |
| Lab Assistant | |
| LDC | |
| Sr. Lab Attendant | |
| Film Joiner | |
| Lightman | |
| Painter | |
| Toucher Grade II | |
| Carpenter |
NCERT Apply Online 2026 Link
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has started accepting the NCERT Apply Online 2026 process at the official website www.ncert.nic.in. Candidates are advised to complete their registration form on or before the last date i.e. 2nd February 2026, to avoid last-minute technical glitches. Candidates make sure to fill out their registration form carefully, as providing incorrect information leads to the rejection of the application form.
NCERT LDC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
To complete the NCERT Non-Teaching application process, candidates are required to pay the application fee through online mode through Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Banking Transaction / Processing fee. Candidates from SC/ ST/ Pwd/Ex-Service Man are exempt from paying fee.
| Category | Level | Application Fee |
| Unsercved | For Level 2 – 5 | Rs. 1500/- |
| For Level 6 – 7 | Rs. 1200/- | |
| For Level 10 -12 | Rs. 1000/- | |
| Others | Nil | |
NCERT Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for NCERT LDC Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages of selection process
- Written Examination
- Skill Test
- Interview
The selection process differs post-wise and the same can be checked from the table below.
| Posts | Selection Process |
| Superintending Engineer Production Officer Business Manager Assistant Production Officer | Interview |
| Assistant Engineer Grade Assistant Public Relation Officer | Written Exam+ Interview (Skill Test) |
| Junior Hindi Translator Cameraman Grade II | Written Exam+ Skill Test |
| Store Officer Production Assistant Professional Assistant Senior Accountant Junior Accountant Cameraman Grade II Engineering Assistant Script Writer Technician Grade 1 Audio Radio Producer Grade 2 TV Producer Grade III Semi Professional Assistant Senior Proof Reader Store Keeper Grade 1 Computer Operator Grade 3 Store Keeper Grade 2 Lab Assistant LDC Sr. Lab Attendant | Written Exam |
| Film Joiner Lightman Painter Toucher Grade II Carpenter Set Designer Graphic Assistant Floor Assistant Film Assistant Graphic Assistant Grade III | Skill Test |
How to Apply for NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
Candidates are advised to keep all scanned documents ready in advance and ensure a stable internet connection while filling out the form. Candidates can follow the steps provided below to apply online.
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the NCERT official website at www.ncert.nic.in and open the “Vacancies” section.
- Registration: Click on the “NCERT Non-Teaching Apply Online” link under Advertisement No. 01/2025/Non-Academic and register by creating a user profile.
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience carefully in the required fields.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay Application Fee: Complete the application process by paying the applicable fee through the online payment gateway (if applicable).
- Print Confirmation: Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 | NOTIFICATION |
| NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 | APPLY ONLINE |
How to Apply for NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
Go to the NCERT official website at www.ncert.nic.in and open the “Vacancies” section.
