The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is responsible for conducting the NCERT Recruitment Examination for various Group A, B, and C non-academic (non-teaching) posts. As per the notice, the computer-based exam will be conducted on 27th, 28th, and 29th April 2026, for which the complete schedule can be checked below.
NCERT Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The notification with the details on registration dates, category-wise vacancies, selection criteria, and job locations has been released at the official website, www.ncert.nic.in. Download the official NCERT LDC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF from the direct link shared here and check the complete details.
NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026- Highlights
To be selected for the released vacancies, candidates have to qualify for the Online Exam, Skill Test, and Interview. Check highlights of NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 as mentioned in the official notification PDF from the table below.
| NCERT Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
| 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 2026 |
| Selection Process | Open Competitive Examination Skill Test Interview |
| Official Website | www.ncert.nic.in |
NCERT Non Teaching Exam Date 2026 Out
The NCERT 1st phase of the exam has been over, and the exam for Junior Accountant. Cameraman Grade-II, Engineering Assistant, Professional Assistant, Senior Accountant, Production Assistant, Script Writer, Store Officer, Assistant Engineer Grade-A, and Assistant Public Relation Officer have been announced for 27th, 28th, and 29th April 2026. The post-wise schedule has been released with the NCERT Recruitment Exam Date 2026 Notice, which can be checked from here.
NCERT Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
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 |
| NCERT Admit Card 2026 (Phase 1) | 19th March 2026 |
| NCERT Exam Date | Phase 1 – 24th, 25th, 27th March 2026 Phase 2 – 27th, 28th, and 29th April 2026 |
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 Group A Vacancy 2026
| Post | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS | UR | Total Vacancies |
| Superintending Engineer | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Production Officer | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Business Manager | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Production Officer | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Assistant Engineer Grade A | – | – | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Assistant Public Relations Officer | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 9 |
NCERT Group B Vacancy 2026
| Post | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS | UR | Total |
| Senior Accountant | – | – | 1 | – | – | 1 |
| Junior Hindi Translator | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Junior Accountant | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Store Officer | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Production Assistant | – | 1 | 1 | – | 3 | 5 |
| Professional Assistant | – | 1 | 2 | – | 1 | 4 |
| Cameraman Grade II | – | – | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Engineering Assistant | 1 | – | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| Script Writer | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Set Designer | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 13 | 26 |
NCERT Group C Vacancy 2026
| Post | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS | UR | Total |
| Technical Grade I | – | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 8 |
| Audio Radio Producer Grade III | – | – | 1 | – | 3 | 4 |
| Graphic Assistant Grade I | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| TV Producer Grade III | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 |
| Semi-Professional Assistant | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | 2 |
| Sr. Proof Reader (English) | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Store Keeper Grade I | – | – | – | – | 3 | 3 |
| Computer Operator Grade III | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 |
| Floor Assistant | – | – | 2 | – | 1 | 3 |
| Film Assistant | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | 2 |
| Graphic Assistant Grade II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Store Keeper Grade II | – | – | 3 | 1 | 15 | 19 |
| Lab Assistant (Physics) | – | 2 | – | – | 1 | 3 |
| Lab Assistant (Chemistry) | – | – | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Lab Assistant (Computer Science) | – | – | 2 | – | – | 2 |
| Lab Assistant (Geography) | – | 2 | – | – | 1 | 3 |
| Lab Assistant (Language English) | – | – | 2 | – | – | 2 |
| Lab Assistant (Psychology) | 1 | – | – | – | 2 | 3 |
| Lab Assistant (Agriculture) | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Biology) | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Zoology) | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Home Science) | – | 1 | – | – | – | 1 |
| Lab Assistant (Mathematics) | – | – | 2 | – | – | 2 |
| Lab Assistant (Science) | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Lower Division Clerk | 9 | 7 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 54 |
| Senior Library Attendant | – | – | – | – | 3 | 3 |
| Film Joiner | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Lightman | – | – | 2 | – | 2 | 4 |
| Painter | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Toucher Grade II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Carpenter | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 12 | 16 | 35 | 8 | 67 | 138 |
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 |
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 |
|
| Production Officer |
|
| Business Manager |
|
| Assistant Production Officer |
|
| Assistant Engineer A |
|
| Junior Hindi Translator |
|
| 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 |
Steps 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.
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 Non-Teaching Salary 2026
The NCERT Non-Teaching Salary 2026 is structured according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix. The posts are under different pay level ranges, such as Level 2–5, Level 6–8, and Level 10–12. The basic pay of a candidate depends on the specific pay level assigned to the post. Apart from basic pay, candidates are also provided various allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) as per government norms.
| 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 |
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