NCERT Academic Recruitment 2026 – 117 Teaching & Academic Posts Notification
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has officially released Advertisement No. 177/2026 inviting online applications for 117 academic positions through direct recruitment.
This recruitment is for various teaching and academic posts including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor and other academic roles. Selected candidates will be posted at NCERT Headquarters in New Delhi or its Regional Institutes located across India.
About NCERT
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is an apex organization under the Government of India responsible for educational research, teacher training, curriculum development, and preparation of textbooks for school education.
NCERT plays a crucial role in shaping the school education system in India and supports both Central and State Governments on academic matters.
Recruitment Summary
| Organization | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
| Advertisement No. | 177/2026 |
| Post Type | Academic / Teaching |
| Total Vacancies | 117 |
| Recruitment Mode | Direct Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | New Delhi & Regional Institutes |
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 31st January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20th February 2026 |
| Interview / Selection Date | Not Mentioned in Notification |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
NCERT has announced vacancies across multiple academic departments such as Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Languages, Education, Art Education and other disciplines.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Professor | Not Mentioned in Notification |
| Associate Professor | Not Mentioned in Notification |
| Assistant Professor | Not Mentioned in Notification |
| Total | 117 |
Detailed subject-wise, category-wise, and PwBD reservation data is provided in the official PDF notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as per UGC / NCERT norms relevant to the academic post and subject applied for.
Exact qualification details for each post are mentioned in the official notification.
Experience Requirement
Teaching and research experience requirements vary based on the level of the post (Professor / Associate / Assistant Professor).
Exact experience duration: Mentioned in the notification PDF.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Upper age limit: Not Mentioned in Notification
Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
Pay Scale & Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the 7th Pay Commission.
| Post Level | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Professor | As per 7th CPC (Academic Level) |
| Associate Professor | As per 7th CPC |
| Assistant Professor | As per 7th CPC |
Exact in-hand salary is subject to allowances and posting location.
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of online applications
- Shortlisting based on eligibility
- Interview / Presentation (if applicable)
No written examination is mentioned in the notification.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Not Mentioned in Notification
Selection is primarily based on academic credentials and interview performance.
Application Fee
UR/OBC/EWS: 1000/- Through online payment only
SC/ST/PWD : No Fee
Documents Required
- Educational qualification certificates
- Experience certificates
- Research publications (if applicable)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
Posting Locations
Selected candidates may be posted at:
- NCERT Headquarters – New Delhi
- Regional Institutes at Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, Shillong
Reservation & Special Categories
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates is applicable as per Government of India norms and detailed in the notification.
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step
- Visit the official website: www.ncert.nic.in
- Go to the Recruitment / Announcement section
- Open Advertisement No. 177/2026
- Register using email ID and mobile number
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit the application
- Download application confirmation
Official Notification: Click Here
FAQs – NCERT Recruitment 2026
- Total vacancies? – 117 posts
- Is this a teaching job? – Yes, academic posts
- Written exam? – Not mentioned
- Job location? – NCERT HQ & Regional Institutes
- Mode of application? – Online only
- Who can apply? – Eligible teaching professionals
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Disclaimer: All information is based on the official NCERT Advertisement No. 177/2026 PDF. Candidates must refer to the official website for final confirmation.