The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has officially announced the recruitment details for 173 non-teaching vacancies under Advertisement No. 01/2025. Candidates aspiring to secure a career in central government organizations can explore comprehensive details concerning the exam schedule, eligibility criteria, post-wise vacancy distributions, and application procedures. To aid applicants, the official NCERT Recruitment Notification PDF (Advt. No. 01/2025) provides all necessary guidelines.
NCERT Recruitment 2026 Overview
The recruitment cycle covers various non-academic roles such as Clerk, Accountant, Engineer, Technician, Computer Operator, and other specialized positions across Groups A, B, and C. Here is a summary of the key highlights regarding the NCERT drive:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| NCERT Exam Dates | 24th, 25th, 27th March and 27th, 28th, and 29th April, 15th May 2026 |
| Selection Process | Open Competitive Examination Skill Test Interview |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | www.ncert.nic.in |
Important Dates and Schedule
Candidates must keep track of critical milestones to avoid missing deadlines for application submissions, admit card downloads, and examinations. Refer to the table below for the schedule:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification PDF | 24th December 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 27th December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2nd February 2026 |
| NCERT Admit Card 2026 (Phase 1) | 19th March 2026 (NCERT Admit Card 2026) |
| NCERT Exam Date | Phase 1 โ 24th, 25th, 27th March 2026 Phase 2 โ 27th, 28th, 29th April and 15th May 2026 |
| NCERT Answer Key 2026 | 30th April 2026 (NCERT Answer Key 2026) |
NCERT Vacancy Distribution and Classification
The 173 openings are categorized across different employee groups and pay levels in adherence to the guidelines of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Total group-wise vacancies are split into Group A (9 posts), Group B (26 posts), and Group C (138 posts).
| Groups | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | 9 | 6 | 1 | โ | 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 |
Group A Post Breakdown
| Post | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS | UR | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superintending Engineer | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Production Officer | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Business Manager | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Production Officer | 1 | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 |
| Assistant Engineer Grade A | โ | โ | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Assistant Public Relations Officer | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 9 |
Group B Post Breakdown
| Post | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Accountant | โ | โ | 1 | โ | โ | 1 |
| Junior Hindi Translator | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Junior Accountant | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Store Officer | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Production Assistant | โ | 1 | 1 | โ | 3 | 5 |
| Professional Assistant | โ | 1 | 2 | โ | 1 | 4 |
| Cameraman Grade II | โ | โ | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Engineering Assistant | 1 | โ | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| Script Writer | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Set Designer | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 13 | 26 |
Group C Post Breakdown
| Post | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Grade I | โ | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 8 |
| Audio Radio Producer Grade III | โ | โ | 1 | โ | 3 | 4 |
| Graphic Assistant Grade I | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| TV Producer Grade III | 1 | โ | โ | 1 | โ | 2 |
| Semi-Professional Assistant | โ | โ | 1 | โ | 1 | 2 |
| Sr. Proof Reader (English) | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Store Keeper Grade I | โ | โ | โ | โ | 3 | 3 |
| Computer Operator Grade III | โ | 1 | 1 | โ | โ | 2 |
| Floor Assistant | โ | โ | 2 | โ | 1 | 3 |
| Film Assistant | โ | โ | 1 | โ | 1 | 2 |
| Graphic Assistant Grade II | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Store Keeper Grade II | โ | โ | 3 | 1 | 15 | 19 |
| Lab Assistant (Physics) | โ | 2 | โ | โ | 1 | 3 |
| Lab Assistant (Chemistry) | โ | โ | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Lab Assistant (Computer Science) | โ | โ | 2 | โ | โ | 2 |
| Lab Assistant (Geography) | โ | 2 | โ | โ | 1 | 3 |
| Lab Assistant (Language English) | โ | โ | 2 | โ | โ | 2 |
| Lab Assistant (Psychology) | 1 | โ | โ | โ | 2 | 3 |
| Lab Assistant (Agriculture) | 1 | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Biology) | โ | 1 | โ | โ | โ | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Zoology) | โ | 1 | โ | โ | โ | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Home Science) | โ | 1 | โ | โ | โ | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Mathematics) | โ | โ | 2 | โ | โ | 2 |
| Lab Assistant (Science) | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Lower Division Clerk | 9 | 7 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 54 |
| Senior Library Attendant | โ | โ | โ | โ | 3 | 3 |
| Film Joiner | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Lightman | โ | โ | 2 | โ | 2 | 4 |
| Painter | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Toucher Grade II | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Carpenter | โ | โ | โ | โ | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 12 | 16 | 35 | 8 | 67 | 138 |
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit
Candidates applying for these posts must meet educational requirements and age boundaries set relative to the reference date of 16th January 2026.
Age Limits by Post
| 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 | 35 Years |
| Assistant Public Relations Officer | 35 Years |
| Senior/Junior Accountant | 30 Years |
| Junior Hindi Translator | 30 Years |
| Store Officer | 30 Years |
| Production Assistant | 30 Years |
| Professional Assistant | 30 Years |
| Cameraman Grade II | 30 Years |
| Engineering Assistant | 30 Years |
| Script Writer | 30 Years |
| Set Designer | 30 Years |
| Technician Grade 1 / Audio Radio Producer Grade 2 | 27 Years |
| Graphic Assistant | 30 Years |
| TV Producer Grade III / Semi-Professional Assistant | 27 Years |
| Senior Proof Reader | 30 Years |
| Store Keeper Grade 1 / Computer Operator Grade 3 | 27 Years |
| Floor Assistant / Film Assistant / Graphic Assistant Grade III | 27 Years |
| Store Keeper Grade 2 / Lab Assistant / LDC / Sr. Lab Attendant | 27 Years |
| Film Joiner / Lightman / Painter / Toucher Grade II / Carpenter | 27 Years |
Educational Qualifications Overview
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Superintending Engineer A | M.Tech. in Electronics and Communication/Information Technology or relevant ICT area with 10 years experience (OR) B.Tech with 12 years experience (OR) Masterโs Degree with 12 years experience. |
| Production Officer | Bachelorโs Degree in Printing Technology from a recognized University (OR) Bachelorโs Degree in any subject with a Diploma in Printing Technology. |
| Business Manager | Masterโs in Business Administration (OR) Bachelorโs Degree with two years Post Graduate Diploma in Sales/Marketing/Business Administration. |
| Assistant Production Officer | Bachelorโs Degree in Printing Technology (OR) Bachelorโs Degree with a Diploma in Printing Technology plus working knowledge of cover design, layout, and printing technology. |
| Assistant Engineer A | Bachelor Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering/ICT (OR) Masterโs Degree in Electronics and Communication/ICT. |
| Junior Hindi Translator | Masterโs degree in Hindi with English (OR) Masterโs degree in English with Hindi, plus a recognized diploma or certificate course in translation. |
| Accountant | Graduated in Commerce/Economics and related financial management subjects from a recognized University. |
Application Fee Structure
The application fee varies depending on the category of the candidate and the pay level associated with the applied post. Fees are submitted via the online payment gateway.
| Category | Pay Level | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | Level 2 โ 5 | Rs. 1500/- |
| Unreserved (General) | Level 6 โ 7 | Rs. 1200/- |
| Unreserved (General) | Level 10 - 12 | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC / ST / PWD / Ex-Serviceman | All Levels | Nil |
Selection Process Checklist
Candidates are evaluated through distinct multi-tier selection methods depending on their post requirements. You can also review NCERT Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Explore Now for better preparation.
- Open Competitive Examination / Written Examination
- Skill Test
- Interview
Selection Process Post-Wise Allocation
| 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/Junior Accountant, 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 & 2, Computer Operator Grade 3, 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 |
NCERT Non-Teaching Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be compensated as per the pay matrix levels established by the 7th CPC:
| Pay Level | Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 |
| Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 |
| Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 |
| Level 8 | Rs. 47,600 |
| Level 10 | Rs. 56,100 |
| Level 11 | Rs. 67,700 |
| Level 12 | Rs. 78,800 |
Steps to Apply for NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the NCERT official website at www.ncert.nic.in and open the โVacanciesโ section.
- Registration: Click on the โNCERT Non-Teaching Apply Onlineโ 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.
After submitting your form, keep your login credentials handy. Candidates should prepare for upcoming milestones, track admit card releases starting March 19th, 2026, and align their preparation with the computer-based test dates.
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