The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), an apex organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has released a major recruitment notification for 117 academic positions through direct recruitment. These positions are available at NCERT Headquarters in New Delhi and its Regional Institutes of Education (RIEs) located in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, and Shillong.
This recruitment focuses on teaching and library roles in various departments/subjects related to school education, teacher training, curriculum development, and allied disciplines.
Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 117
- Nature of Posts: Permanent / Direct Recruitment
- Pay Scales (as per 7th CPC):
- Professor / Equivalent: Academic Level 14 – Entry Pay ₹1,44,200/-
- Associate Professor / Deputy Librarian: Academic Level 13A – Entry Pay ₹1,31,400/-
- Assistant Professor / Assistant Librarian: Academic Level 10 – Entry Pay ₹57,700/-
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | February 2, 2026 |
| Online Application Start | Already open (as per official sources) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 20, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | Same as above |
Vacancy Details (Summary)
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Professor | 19 |
| Associate Professor | 52 |
| Assistant Professor | 38 |
| Deputy Librarian | 1 |
| Assistant Librarian | 2 |
| Grand Total | 117 |
Note: Vacancies are distributed across various departments/subjects such as Education (various specializations), Mathematics, Science, Languages (Hindi/English/Urdu), Zoology, Botany, Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Vocational Education, and more. Detailed subject-wise and category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) breakdown is available in the official PDF notification.
Eligibility Criteria (As per UGC Regulations 2018, as amended)
Eligibility follows UGC norms with specific requirements for each post level.
| Post | Key Educational Qualification | Experience / Research Requirements | Other Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | Ph.D. in relevant/allied discipline + High-quality published work | Minimum 10 years teaching/research experience + 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals + Research score of 120 (as per UGC Table) OR Outstanding professional with Ph.D. + 10 years contribution | Evidence of guiding Ph.D. scholars preferred |
| Associate Professor | Ph.D. in relevant discipline + Master’s degree with at least 55% marks | Minimum 8 years teaching/research experience + Minimum 7 publications + Research score of 75 (as per UGC) | Good academic record required |
| Assistant Professor | Master’s degree with 55% marks in relevant subject (or equivalent grade) | NET/SLET/SET qualified OR Ph.D. as per UGC (2018 or amended) regulations | Relaxation for reserved categories |
| Deputy Librarian | Master’s in Library Science/Information Science with 55% marks + Ph.D. in relevant field | Minimum 8 years experience as Assistant Librarian / College Librarian | — |
| Assistant Librarian | Master’s in Library Science/Information Science with 55% marks | NET/SLET/SET qualified | — |
- Age Limit: As per UGC/NCERT norms (generally up to 55–60 years for higher posts; relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen as applicable).
- Application Fee:
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1000/-
- SC / ST / PwD: Exempted (No fee)
- Reservation: Applicable as per Government of India rules (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD categories; some posts earmarked for specific disabilities like VH, HH, OH, MD).
Selection Process
The selection will be based on:
- Screening of applications and academic/research scores
- Shortlisting based on UGC criteria
- Interview / Presentation / Seminar (for shortlisted candidates)
- Verification of documents and overall merit
Final selection follows UGC/NCERT guidelines.
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application portal: https://ncertrec.samarth.edu.in/
- Register yourself (if new) and log in.
- Fill the online application form carefully with all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience proofs, research publications, etc.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through online mode.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Official Links
- Official NCERT Notification PDF (English): https://ncert.nic.in/pdf/announcement/vacancies/academicvacancy/R-I_Advt-177_2026_EN.pdf
- Hindi Version: Available on NCERT website
- Apply Online: https://ncertrec.samarth.edu.in/
- NCERT Vacancies Page: https://ncert.nic.in/vacancies.php?ln=en
- Reference (Marathi Summary): https://majhinaukri.in/ncert-bharti/
Important Instructions
- Read the full official advertisement carefully before applying, as it contains detailed subject-wise eligibility, PwD categories, and instructions.
- Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and as per specifications.
- Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.
- This is separate from the ongoing Non-Academic Recruitment (Advt. 01/2025 – 173 posts).
Best of luck to all eligible candidates, especially those in Pune and Maharashtra! If you need help with a specific subject/department vacancy breakdown or any other details, let me know. Apply soon before February 20, 2026!
