NCERT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 117 Academic Posts
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has officially announced the NCERT Academic Recruitment 2026 for 117 prestigious positions including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Librarian and Assistant Librarian. If you have been aspiring to work in India’s apex educational research body, this is a golden opportunity to step into an academic career of excellence.
Start Date: 31 January 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date: 06 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
Official Website: www.ncert.nic.in
Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 177/2026 |
| Total Posts | 117 |
| Salary Range | ₹57,700 – ₹1,44,200 per month |
| Qualification | Ph.D./Master’s Degree with NET/SLET/SET |
| Age Limit | As per UGC/NCERT norms |
| Job Location | New Delhi, Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru & Shillong |
Vacancy Distribution
A total of 117 posts are distributed across multiple disciplines such as Education, Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry, Sociology, Psychology, Agriculture, Computer Education, Botany, Zoology, Political Science, History, Special Education, Library Science and many more.
Posts include:
- Professor
- Associate Professor
- Assistant Professor
- Deputy Librarian
- Assistant Librarian
Eligibility Criteria
Professor
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Minimum 10 years teaching/research experience
- Minimum 10 research publications
- Research score of 120 as per UGC Regulations 2018
Associate Professor
- Ph.D. with 55% in Master’s degree
- Minimum 8 years teaching/research experience
- Minimum 7 research publications
- Research score of 75
Assistant Professor
- Master’s degree with 55% marks
- NET/SLET/SET qualified OR Ph.D. exemption as per UGC rules
Deputy Librarian
- Master’s in Library Science (55%)
- 8 years experience
- Evidence of ICT integration
- Ph.D. preferred
Assistant Librarian
- Master’s in Library/Information Science
- NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. exemption
- Knowledge of library computerization
Salary Structure
- Professor: ₹1,44,200 per month (Level 14)
- Associate Professor: ₹1,31,400 per month (Level 13A)
- Assistant Professor: ₹57,700 per month (Level 10)
- Other allowances as per Government of India norms
Application Fee
- UR/OBC/EWS: ₹1000 (Online mode only)
- Women / SC / ST / PWD: Exempted
- Fee once paid is non-refundable
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on Academic Score
- Interview
- Final Selection based only on Interview performance
- Document verification mandatory
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 March 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 20 February 2026 |
How to Apply
- Visit official website www.ncert.nic.in
- Go to Announcement → Vacancy → Academic
- Register using valid email & mobile number
- Fill the online form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay fee (if applicable)
- Submit before deadline
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in NCERT Recruitment 2026?
Total 117 academic and librarian posts are available.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 06 March 2026 (05:00 PM).
3. Is NET compulsory for Assistant Professor?
Yes, unless the candidate has Ph.D. exemption as per UGC regulations.
4. What is the salary for Assistant Professor?
The entry pay is ₹57,700 per month (Level 10).
5. Where will the job location be?
Positions are available at New Delhi and regional centres including Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru and Shillong.
6. Is application fee refundable?
No, the application fee once paid will not be refunded.
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