The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has announced a major recruitment drive for 2026, inviting applications for non Teaching Staff. These permanent positions are available at NCERT Headquarters (New Delhi) and its various regional units across India.
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released an official notification (Advt. No. 01/2025/Non-Academic) for the recruitment of Non-Teaching posts at its headquarters and regional units. A total of 173 permanent central government vacancies are available across Group A, Group B, and Group C categories
Total Vacancies
NCERT is recruiting for 173 permanent Non-Teaching positions across Groups A, B, and C.
| Group A | Group B | Group C |
| 9 | 26 | 138 |
Age Limits and Relaxations
The minimum age is 18. Maximum age varies by group and post, with relaxations for reserved categories per government rules.
The minimum age is 18, with maximum limits varying by category (typically 27-50 years). Age relaxations apply for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per government rules
Educational Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by post and Group. Requirements range from 10th/12th pass for some Group C roles to degrees/diplomas with experience for Group B, and post-graduate/engineering degrees with experience for Group A. Educational requirements vary by post, generally ranging from 10th pass for some Group C roles to Post-Graduate or Engineering degrees with experience for Group A positions.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will be paid according to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with levels ranging from 2 to 12 and basic pay between ₹18,000 and ₹78,800. Benefits include DA, HRA, TA, and medical facilities.
Selection Process
The process includes a Written Examination (CBT) for all categories, Skill/Trade/Typing Tests for relevant roles, and an Interview primarily for Group A posts. This is followed by Document Verification and a Medical Exam
Application Links and more information about NCERT Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
Preparation Tips for Candidates
Focus Areas: Prioritize General Awareness, Reasoning, and Maths as they are common to all 173 posts.
Domain Knowledge: For technical roles, Section B (Domain Specific) often carries higher weightage (up to 100 marks).
Recommended Study: Review NCERT textbooks (Classes 6–10) for basic Mathematics and General Science concepts
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