📘 NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 173 Group A, B & C Posts (Last Date Extended)
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), New Delhi, has released the NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advt. No. 01/2025/Non-Academic) for 173 Group A, Group B, and Group C posts.
This recruitment is a massive opportunity for candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th pass to Graduates, Post-Graduates, and Engineers. The last date to apply has been extended to 30 January 2026, giving aspirants additional time to submit their applications.
Selected candidates will be posted at NCERT Headquarters (NIE), CIET Delhi, PSSIVE Bhopal, and Regional Institutes of Education (RIEs) located across India.
🔔 NCERT Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
| Post Type | Non-Teaching (Group A, B & C) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2025/Non-Academic |
| Total Vacancies | 173 |
| Job Location | Delhi, Bhopal, Ajmer, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, Shillong, etc. |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27 December 2025 |
| Last Date (Extended) | 30 January 2026 |
🔹 NCERT is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, offering Central Government pay scales, job security, and prestige.
📊 NCERT Non-Teaching Vacancy Details 2026
🔹 Group A Posts (Total: 09)
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Superintending Engineer | 01 |
| Production Officer | 01 |
| Business Manager | 01 |
| Assistant Production Officer | 01 |
| Assistant Engineer (Grade-A) | 04 |
| Assistant Public Relation Officer | 01 |
🔹 Group B Posts (Total: 26)
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Accountant | 01 |
| Junior Hindi Translator | 01 |
| Junior Accountant | 01 |
| Store Officer | 01 |
| Production Assistant | 05 |
| Professional Assistant | 04 |
| Cameraman Grade-II | 04 |
| Engineering Assistant | 07 |
| Script Writer | 01 |
| Set Designer | 01 |
🔹 Group C Posts (Total: 138)
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Grade-I | 08 |
| Audio Radio Producer Gr-III | 04 |
| Graphic Assistant Gr-I | 01 |
| TV Producer Gr-III | 02 |
| Semi-Professional Assistant | 02 |
| Senior Proof Reader (English) | 01 |
| Store Keeper Grade-I | 03 |
| Computer Operator Gr-III | 02 |
| Floor Assistant | 03 |
| Film Assistant | 02 |
| Graphic Assistant Gr-II | 01 |
| Store Keeper Grade-II | 19 |
| Lab Assistant (Various Subjects) | 25 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 54 |
| Senior Library Attendant | 03 |
| Film Joiner | 01 |
| Lightman | 04 |
| Painter | 01 |
| Toucher Grade-II | 01 |
| Carpenter | 01 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Post-wise Overview)
📌 Candidates must check the official notification for exact post-wise qualifications.
✔ Educational Qualification (General)
- LDC: 12th Pass + Typing Speed
- 35 w.p.m. (English) OR 30 w.p.m. (Hindi)
- Lab Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject
- Store Keeper: 12th Pass / Bachelor’s Degree (as per grade)
- Technician / Technical Posts:
- 10th/12th + ITI/Diploma OR Engineering Degree
- Group A Posts:
- B.E./B.Tech / Master’s Degree / PG Diploma with relevant experience
🎂 Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Group A | 35 – 50 Years (Post-wise) |
| Group B | 30 Years |
| Group C | 27 Years |
🔹 Age Relaxation
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC-NCL: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Govt. Employees: As per rules
💰 Salary Structure (7th Pay Commission)
| Group | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Group A | Level 10 – 12 |
| Group B | Level 6 – 7 |
| Group C | Level 2 – 5 |
Examples:
- LDC: Level-2
- Lab Assistant: Level-4
- Technician Grade-I: Level-5
👉 Includes DA, HRA, TA, Medical Benefits & Pension (NPS).
📝 Selection Process
🔹 Group A
- Written Test + Interview
- OR Only Interview (for senior posts)
🔹 Group B & C
- Written Test (CBT)
- Skill / Typing / Proficiency Test (Qualifying only)
📌 Final Merit List will be prepared based on written exam marks.
🖥️ How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step
- Visit the NCERT Online Application Portal
- Register using Email ID & Mobile Number
- Fill personal, educational & experience details
- Upload:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Certificates (as applicable)
- Pay application fee online
- Submit the form & download the printout
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Level 10-12 | Level 6-7 | Level 2-5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹1500 | ₹1200 | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM | Nil | Nil | Nil |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 27 December 2025 (09:00 AM) |
| Last Date (Extended) | 30 January 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Exam / Admit Card | To be notified |
🔗 Important Links
- 📄 Extension Notice PDF – Available on NCERT website
- 📘 Official Notification PDF – Download
- 🖥️ Apply Online – NCERT Portal
- 📢 WhatsApp Govt Jobs Channel – Join
- 📲 Telegram Govt Jobs Channel – Join
- 📱 Follow on Arattai App – Indian Job Updates
✅ Conclusion
The NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is a rare and valuable opportunity for candidates from 10th pass to postgraduate level to secure a Central Government job in a prestigious educational organization. Interested candidates should apply before 30 January 2026 and start exam preparation early.
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