NCERT Recruitment 2026 for 117 Academic and Librarian post

NCERT Recruitment 2026 notification released for 117 academic posts. Apply online for Professor, Associate & Assistant Professor.

NCERT Recruitment 2026 – 117 Academic Posts Announced

National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released Advertisement No. 177/2026 inviting online applications for 117 academic positions across its headquarters in New Delhi and constituent units at Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, and Shillong.

This is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a career in education, research, and teacher training.

🔑 Key Highlights

Total Vacancies: 117
Posts: Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Librarian, Assistant Librarian
Locations: New Delhi, Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, Shillong
Application Mode: Online only via NCERT website
Registration Dates:

Start: 31 January 2026 (10:00 AM)
End: 20 February 2026 (05:00 PM)

Application Fee:

₹1000 for UR/OBC/EWS
No fee for SC/ST/PwD/Women candidates

📌 Vacancy Snapshot

Department	Posts	Vacancies	Categories
Mathematics	Associate Professor, Assistant Professor	3	UR, ST
Art Education	Professor, Assistant Professor	2	UR, EWS
Zoology	Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor	7	UR, SC, OBC, EWS
Hindi	Associate Professor	2	UR, SC
Education (Science, Teacher, Elementary, Special, Vocational, Curriculum)	Multiple	30+	UR, SC, OBC, EWS, PwD
English	Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor	6	UR, OBC, PwD
History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology	Multiple	10+	UR, SC, ST, OBC
Psychology (Educational, Guidance & Counselling, Measurement & Evaluation)	Multiple	4	UR, ST, OBC
Botany, Physics, Chemistry	Multiple	6	UR, SC, EWS
Librarian (Deputy & Assistant)	3	UR
Other Specialized Fields (Food Tech, Defence Science, Statistics, Rural Tech, Hospitality, Tourism, etc.)	Multiple	15+	UR, OBC, SC

👉 Note: Some posts are earmarked for PwD categories (VH, HH, OH, MD).

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Professor

Ph.D. in relevant discipline
10 years teaching/research experience
10 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals
Research score: 120

Associate Professor

Ph.D. in relevant discipline
Master’s with 55% marks
8 years teaching/research experience
7 publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals
Research score: 75

Assistant Professor

Master’s with 55% marks in relevant subject
NET/SET/SLET qualification OR Ph.D. (as per UGC norms)
Ph.D. holders from top 500 ranked foreign universities exempted from NET

Deputy Librarian

Master’s in Library Science/Information Science
8 years experience as Assistant Librarian
Ph.D. in Library Science/Information Science

Assistant Librarian

Master’s in Library Science/Information Science
NET/SET/SLET qualification OR Ph.D. (as per UGC norms)

💰 Pay Scales

Professor: Academic Level 14 – ₹1,44,200/-
Associate Professor / Deputy Librarian: Academic Level 13A – ₹1,31,400/-
Assistant Professor / Assistant Librarian: Academic Level 10 – ₹57,700/-

📲 How to Apply

Visit NCERT website → Announcement → Vacancy → Academic.
Register with valid email ID & mobile number.
Fill application form carefully (fields marked * are mandatory).
Upload scanned photo, signature & documents.
Pay fee online (if applicable).
Submit and save a copy for future reference.
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⚠️ Important:

Separate applications required for multiple posts.
Eligibility will be verified at interview stage.
PwD candidates must have ≥40% disability certified by Govt. Medical Board.

📅 Selection Process

Shortlisting based on academic score (UGC norms).
Interview for final selection.
Travel reimbursement (3rd AC train fare) for shortlisted non-local candidates.
Final results will be published on NCERT website.

🌐 Useful Links

NCERT Official Website www.ncert.nic.in
UGC Regulations 2018

✨ Conclusion

This NCERT recruitment drive offers prestigious academic positions with excellent pay scales and career growth opportunities. Candidates with strong academic backgrounds and research credentials should not miss this chance.

❓ FAQ

1. How many vacancies are announced in NCERT Recruitment 2026?

👉 A total of 117 academic posts including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Librarian, and Assistant Librarian.

2. What are the application dates?

Start Date: 31 January 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date: 20 February 2026 (05:00 PM)

3. Where can I apply?

👉 Applications must be submitted online only through the NCERT website: www.ncert.nic.in.

4. What is the application fee?

UR/OBC/EWS: ₹1000
SC/ST/PwD/Women: No fee

5. Can I apply for more than one post?

👉 Yes, but you must submit separate applications and pay the fee (if applicable) for each post.

6. What are the eligibility criteria?

Professor: Ph.D. + 10 years teaching/research + 10 publications
Associate Professor: Ph.D. + Master’s with 55% + 8 years teaching/research + 7 publications
Assistant Professor: Master’s with 55% + NET/SET/SLET OR Ph.D. (UGC norms)
Deputy Librarian: Master’s in Library Science + 8 years experience + Ph.D.
Assistant Librarian: Master’s in Library Science + NET/SET/SLET OR Ph.D.

7. What are the pay scales?

Professor: ₹1,44,200 (Level 14)
Associate Professor / Deputy Librarian: ₹1,31,400 (Level 13A)
Assistant Professor / Assistant Librarian: ₹57,700 (Level 10)

8. Is NET mandatory for Assistant Professor posts?

👉 NET/SET/SLET is required unless the candidate holds a Ph.D. (as per UGC norms) or has a Ph.D. from a top 500 ranked foreign university.

9. Are PwD candidates eligible?

👉 Yes, but only those with ≥40% disability certified by a competent Govt. Medical Board. Specific posts are earmarked for PwD categories (VH, HH, OH, MD).

10. How will candidates be shortlisted?

👉 Based on academic score (UGC norms). Final selection will be through interview performance.

11. Will travel allowance be provided for interview?

👉 Yes, shortlisted non-local candidates will get 3rd AC train fare reimbursement (except Rajdhani/Shatabdi).

12. Where will the results be published?

👉 On the official NCERT website: www.ncert.nic.in.