NCERT Recruitment 2026 Begins for 117 Teaching and Librarian Posts; Apply from February 2

Updated: Monday, July 6, 2026, 19:04 [IST]

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has officially released the NCERT Recruitment 2026 notification for a total of 117 vacancies for teaching and librarian positions.

NCERT Recruitment 2026 Begins for 117 Teaching and Librarian Posts

As per Advertisement No. 177/2026, the online application process will begin from 02 February 2026 and will continue till 20 February 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official website ncert.nic.in.

This recruitment drive aims to fill 114 teaching posts, including Professor and Associate Professor positions, along with 3 librarian posts, namely Deputy Librarian and Assistant Librarian. The recruitment will be conducted as per the norms prescribed by NCERT and applicable University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines.

Vacancy Details

According to the official notification, the post-wise distribution of vacancies is as follows:

Professor / Associate Professor: 114 posts
Deputy Librarian: 1 post
Assistant Librarian: 2 posts
Total Vacancies: 117

The vacancies are distributed across various disciplines and departments under NCERT, offering a significant opportunity for experienced academicians and library professionals.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for teaching posts must possess the required educational qualifications, teaching experience, and research credentials as per UGC norms. Typically, this includes:

A relevant postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks
PhD in the concerned subject (mandatory for Professor posts)
Teaching or research experience in reputed institutions

For librarian posts, candidates must hold a Master's degree in Library Science / Information Science along with relevant experience as prescribed in the notification.

Applicants are advised to carefully read the detailed eligibility conditions mentioned in Advertisement No. 177/2026 before applying.

Application Process

The NCERT Recruitment 2026 application process is completely online. Candidates must follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website - ncert.nic.in

2. Navigate to the recruitment section

3. Click on the link for Advertisement No. 177/2026

4. Register and fill in the application form

5. Upload required documents

6. Submit the application before the last date

No applications will be accepted after 20 February 2026 under any circumstances.

Selection Process

The selection process for NCERT recruitment will be based on:

Screening of applications
Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience
Interview / presentation, if applicable

Final selection will be made strictly on merit and eligibility criteria laid down by NCERT.

Important Dates

Application Start Date: 02 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 20 February 2026

Conclusion

The NCERT Recruitment 2026 is a valuable opportunity for qualified teaching professionals and librarians to work with one of India's premier educational institutions. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply early, ensure accuracy in their application forms, and keep track of updates on the official website for further announcements related to interview schedules and selection results.