The National Council of Educational Research & Training (NCERT) invites online applications for direct recruitment to 173 Non-Academic posts across Group A, B, and C for its headquarters and regional institutes. Interested Indian citizens can apply through the official NCERT portal (ncert.nic.in). This recruitment drive offers a chance to join a prestigious educational organization in various administrative, technical, and support roles.
The online application process begins on 27th December 2025 and closes on 16th January 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their applications within this period and check the eligibility criteria and post details carefully. This NCERT Non-Academic Recruitment 2026 provides a transparent opportunity for qualified candidates to secure government employment in education administration.
Important Dates – NCERT Non-Academic Recruitment 2026
- Application Start Date: 27th December 2025
- Application Last Date: 16th January 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 16th January 2026
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Application Fee – NCERT Non-Academic Recruitment 2026
- Level 10–12: ₹1,500
- Level 6–7: ₹1,200
- Level 2–5: ₹1,000
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM: No fee
- Note: Payment must be made online only through the official NCERT portal.
Age Limit – NCERT Non-Academic Recruitment 2026
- Reference Date: 16th January 2026
- Post-wise Age Limit: Check detailed limits for each position in the official notification.
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules; refer to the NCERT notification for category-wise details.
Total Post
- 173
NCERT Non-Academic Post Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Max. Age | Total Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Superintending Engineer | 50 | 01 | M.Tech/ B.Tech/ Master Degree with relevant work experience. |
| 2. Production Officer | 40 | 01 | Bachelor degree in printing technology or Bachelor degree with diploma in printing technology and relevant work experience. |
| 3. Business Manager | 40 | 01 | MBA OR Bachelor degree with 2 years PG diploma in sales/ marketing/ business administration AND relevant work experience. |
| 4. Assistant Production Officer | 35 | 01 | Bachelor degree in printing technology or Bachelor degree with diploma in printing technology and relevant work experience. |
| 5. Assistant Engineer Grade A | 35 | 04 | Bachelor Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Engineering with specialization in IT OR Masters Degree in Electronics and Communication and relevant work experience. |
| 6. Assistant Public Relation Officer | 35 | 01 | Degree in Journalism/ Mass Communication/ Public Relations with 3 years experience of editing house Journals, Press liaison work including experience of preparing hand outs press release and other materials for the press. |
| 7. Senior Accountant | 30 | 01 | Graduate in Commerce/ Economics/ other related subjects dealing with financial management with 3 years regular service. |
| 8. Junior Hindi Translator | 30 | 01 | Master’s degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory or elective subject AND diploma or certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice-versa or 2 years’ experience of work from Hindi to English. |
| 9. Junior Accountant | 30 | 01 | Graduate in Commerce/ Economics and other related subjects dealing with financial management. |
| 10. Store Officer | 30 | 01 | Bachelors Degree in Arts/ Science/ Commerce OR Degree/ Diploma in any stream of Engineering/ material management and relevant work experience. |
| 11. Production Assistant | 30 | 05 | Bachelor Degree in Printing Technology OR 2 years PG Diploma in book publishing with specialization in book Production and relevant work experience. |
| 12. Professional Assistant | 30 | 04 | M. Lib. Sc./ M.LiSc or equivalent with atleast 50% marks. |
| 13. Cameraman Grade-II | 30 | 04 | Graduate degree And Diploma in photography, videography, cinematography and film production or performing arts and relevant work experience. |
| 14. Engineering Assistant | 30 | 07 | Bachelor Degree in Engineering with specialization in Electronics, Communication & IT And relevant work experience. |
| 15. Script Writer | 30 | 01 | Bachelor Degree in Engineering with specialization in Electronics, Communication & IT and relevant work experience. |
| 16. Set Designer | 30 | 01 | Degree in stage craft or Degree in any discipline with Diploma from recognized Institute in Mass Communication or equivalent and relevant work experience. |
| 17. Technician Grade I | 27 | 08 | 10th/ 12th passed and 3 years Diploma with Electronics, Communication or relevant area of IT/ Information and communication Technology/ Radio/ Television Communication and relevant work experience. |
| 18. Audio Radio Producer Grade III | 27 | 04 | Graduate degree with Diploma in Media (Audio-Radio Production) OR Graduate degree in media production and management and Mass Communication and relevant work experience. |
| 19. Graphic Assistant Grade I | 30 | 01 | Graduate degree and Diploma in Graphics/ Animations/ Video editing/ Mass Communication. OR Graduate in media production and management/ Mass Communication and relevant work experience. |
| 20. TV Producer Grade III | 27 | 02 | Degree and 1 year experience in research for writing TV scripts or collection of data and merit materials for writing books. OR PG Diploma in media or equivalent in relevant area of Media. |
| 21. Semi Professional Assistant | 27 | 02 | B. Lib. Sc./ B.L.I. Sc./ Graduation with Library Science/ Information Science as one of the subject with 50% marks. |
| 22. Sr. Proof Reader (English) | 30 | 01 | Bachelor’s degree in English with 2 years’ experience of working in a Printing or Publishing organization as Copy Holder/ Proof Reader. Working Knowledge of Computer. |
| 23. Store Keeper Grade I | 27 | 03 | Bachelors’ Degree in Arts/ Science/ Commerce OR Degree/ Diploma in any stream of Engineering/ material management and relevant work experience. |
| 24. Computer Operator Grade III | 27 | 02 | 12th pass with Certificate/ Diploma in Computer Operations/ Applications. Conversant with D. Base, LOTUS or Graphic Package. Efficient in Operating Word-star packages. |
| 25. Floor Assistant | 27 | 03 | 10+2 or equivalent with 1 year experience in handling erection of sets in stage, Film or T.V. or Diploma in stage Craft. Good physique and capacity for undertaking strenuous physical work. |
| 26. Film Assistant | 27 | 02 | Graduation in any discipline with Diploma/ Certificate in a related media field from a recognized institute and relevant work experience. |
| 27. Graphic Assistant Grade II | 27 | 01 | Graduate degree in any discipline and Diploma in Graphics/ Animations/ computer application or Graduate degree in media production and management/ Mass Communication and relevant work experience. |
| 28. Store Keeper Grade II | 27 | 19 | Passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination with Certificate/ Diploma in Store Keeping & Purchasing and relevant work experience. |
| 29. Lab Assistant (Physics) | 27 | 03 | Bachelors’ Degree in Physics and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 30. Lab Assistant (Chemistry) | 27 | 05 | Bachelors’ Degree in Chemistry and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 31. Lab Assistant (Computer Science) | 27 | 02 | Bachelors’ Degree in Computer Science and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 32. Lab Assistant (Geography) | 27 | 03 | Bachelors’ Degree in Geography and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 33. Lab Assistant (English) | 27 | 02 | Bachelors’ Degree in English and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 34. Lab Assistant (Psychology) | 27 | 03 | Bachelors’ Degree in Psychology and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 35. Lab Assistant (Agriculture) | 27 | 01 | Bachelors’ Degree in Agriculture and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 36. Lab Assistant (Biology) | 27 | 01 | Bachelors’ Degree in Biology and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 37. Lab Assistant (Zoology) | 27 | 01 | Bachelors’ Degree in Zoology and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 38. Lab Assistant (Home Science) | 27 | 01 | Bachelors’ Degree in Home Science and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 39. Lab Assistant (Mathematics) | 27 | 02 | Bachelors’ Degree in Mathematics and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 40. Lab Assistant (Science) | 27 | 01 | Bachelors’ Degree in Science and Experience in the handling of instruments and appliances. |
| 41. Lower Division Clerk | 27 | 54 | 10+2 or equivalent. Typing Speed of 35 wpm (English) OR 30 wpm in Hindi on Computer (35 wpm and 30 wpm correspond to 10500 KDPH/ 9000 KDPH on an average of 5 Key depression for each word). |
| 42. Senior Library Attendant | 27 | 03 | 12th pass and Certificate/ Diploma in Library Science/ Library and Information Science. |
| 43. Film Joiner | 27 | 01 | 10th/ 12th pass and ITI in any trade with one year experience of handling, audio equipment/ Video equipment and Editing/ Film Equipment. |
| 44. Lightman | 27 | 04 | 10th/ 12th pass and 3 years’ experience of lighting in stage, film and television. |
| 45. Painter | 27 | 01 | 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade with 3 years’ experience. |
| 46. Toucher Grade II | 27 | 01 | 10th/ 12th pass and ITI in any trade with 1 year experience of handling, audio equipment/ video equipment/ film equipment and editing. |
| 47. Carpenter | 27 | 01 | 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade with 3 years’ experience. |
| Grand Total | 173 | Degree in stage craft or Degree in any discipline with Diploma from a recognized Institute inCommunication,equivalentt and relevant work experience. | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is NCERT Non-Academic Recruitment 2026?
It is a direct recruitment drive by NCERT for 173 Group A, B & C non-academic posts across its headquarters and regional institutes.
How can I apply for NCERT Non-Academic posts?
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official NCERT portal: ncert.nic.in
between 27th December 2025 and 16th January 2026.
What is the application fee?
Fee varies by level: Level 10–12: ₹1,500, Level 6–7: ₹1,200, Level 2–5: ₹1,000. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates are exempted.
What is the age limit for applying?
Age limits are post-wise, calculated as of 16th January 2026. Relaxation is as per government rules.
Can I pay the application fee offline?
No, the fee must be paid online only through the official NCERT portal.
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 173 vacancies are available across Group A, B, and C non-academic positions.
Where can I find the official notification?
The detailed notification, including eligibility criteria, age relaxation, and post-wise vacancies, is available on ncert.nic.in.
Conclusion
The NCERT Non-Academic Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for eligible Indian candidates to join a prestigious educational organization. With 173 vacancies across Group A, B, and C posts, interested candidates should apply online at ncert. nic.in between 27th December 2025 and 16th January 2026. Ensure you check eligibility, post-wise age limits, and fee details before applying. Don’t miss this chance to secure a stable government role in education administration and support services. Stay up to date with the official notification to complete your application accurately and on time.
