NCERT has released a short notification for 173 non-teaching Group A, B and C posts under Advertisement No. 01/2025 (Non Academic), with online applications to be accepted soon in online mode only.
Overview of the recruitment
- Recruiting body: National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), New Delhi.
- Advertisement: 01/2025 – Non Academic (short notice issued).
- Post type: Various Non‑Teaching posts in Group A, B and C categories.
- Total vacancies: 173 posts distributed across different pay levels.
- Application mode: Online only through the official NCERT website (Vacancy > Non‑Academic section).
- Who can apply: Eligible candidates from all over India.
Important dates and application fees
- Notification publication: To be announced soon in the detailed advertisement.
- Online application start date: To be announced soon.
- Last date to apply online: To be announced soon; candidates must submit the form within the notified schedule.
Application fee (as per short notice structure, detailed break‑up to be confirmed in full notification):
- For General/OBC/EWS candidates (Level 10–12 posts): ₹1500/‑.
- For General/OBC/EWS candidates (Level 06–07 posts): ₹1200/‑.
- For General/OBC/EWS candidates (Level 05 posts): ₹1000/‑.
- For SC/ST/PwD candidates: No application fee.
Vacancies, age limit and qualifications
Vacancy distribution by level
- Level 10–12 (Group A/B): 9 posts.
- Level 6–8 (primarily Group B): 26 posts.
- Level 2–5 (primarily Group C): 138 posts.
- Total non‑teaching vacancies: 173 posts.
Age limit (as per short notice)
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Maximum age: 42 years as on 01 January 2025.
- Age relaxation: Reservation‑based relaxations will be notified in the detailed advertisement, and candidates must check category‑wise relaxations when the full notification is released.
Educational qualification
- Educational eligibility is linked to post and pay level (Level 2–5, 6–8, 10–12).
- Exact degree, experience and other eligibility conditions for each post will be provided in the detailed notification, and candidates must refer to it before applying.
Salary and selection process
Salary structure
- Posts are categorized under pay levels 2–5, 6–8 and 10–12 as per the 7th CPC matrix.
- The exact basic pay, grade pay equivalence and allowances for each level will be mentioned in the detailed notification and should be checked there for accurate figures.
Selection stages
Selection for NCERT Non‑Teaching posts will generally include the following stages:
- Online application screening based on eligibility.
- Written examination for the respective post/level.
- Skill test (where applicable) such as typing, computer proficiency or post‑specific practical tests.
- Document verification of educational, age and category certificates.
- Medical examination as per NCERT/central government norms before final appointment.
Candidates should carefully study the detailed selection scheme, exam pattern and syllabus once the full notification is available.
How to apply online
To submit the NCERT Non‑Teaching online application form, candidates will have to complete a two‑step process on the official website once the link is activated.
Step 1 – New registration
- Visit the official NCERT website and open the Announcements section.
- Go to Vacancy > Non‑Academic and click on the link for NCERT Non Teaching Vacancy 2026 – Apply Now.
- On the online application portal, choose “New User? Register Here” to open the registration form.
- Fill all required details such as name, contact information and basic personal data carefully and submit the form.
- After successful registration, note down or save the login credentials received on your registered mobile number/email.
Step 2 – Fill application form and submit
- Log in to the portal using the registered username and password.
- Open the Online Application Form for NCERT Non‑Teaching posts and fill in personal details, educational qualifications, experience and post preferences as required.
- Upload scanned copies of documents such as photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the applicable application fee online (if payable for your category and level) using the available digital payment options.
- Finally, submit the application form and download/print the application slip/acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates are advised to keep a copy of the filled form, fee receipt and all supporting documents safely until the completion of the recruitment process.
