National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online/Offline for Group Manager, Manager, and Assistant Posts
NCB Manager / Assistant Recruitment 2026: The National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB) has announced an exciting opportunity for professionals seeking a rewarding career in the industrial research and development sector. Functioning under the administrative control of the DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, NCB is a premier body dedicated to technology development, transfer, and industrial services for the cement and construction industries.
With research centers and laboratories spanning multiple locations—including Ballabgarh, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Bhubaneswar—this recruitment offers a brilliant path for those tracking the latest jobs in Odisha and across India. Below is the comprehensive breakdown of the newly released NCB vacancies, qualification requirements, selection processes, and application steps.
Vacancy & Eligibility Criteria Breakdown for NCB Manager / Assistant Recruitment
The vacancies are distributed across various executive and non-executive cadres under the 7th Pay Commission (CPC) guidelines. Check out the specific requirements for each designation:
1. NCB Recruitment – Key details for Cadre Official (Group Manager) — Level 12
- Post Code: NCB/CME-08
- Total Vacancies: 01 (UR)
- Upper Age Limit: 40 Years
- Educational Qualification & Experience: * B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering (minimum 60% marks) with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience in project engineering or plant operation of cement plants.
- OR M.E./M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (minimum 60% marks) with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience.
2. NCB Recruitment – Key details for Cadre Official (Manager) — Level 11
- Total Posts: 08
- Upper Age Limit: 28 to 35 Years (variant by post)
- Post Codes & Specifications:
- Electronics & Instrumentation (NCB/CQC-01): B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Instrumentation/Instrumentation with minimum 60% marks. Age Limit: 28 Years. (01 OBC) .
- Chemistry (NCB/CRT-01): M.Sc. in Chemistry (minimum 60% marks) along with a PhD in the area of cement, concrete, construction chemicals, or building materials. Age Limit: 32 Years. (04 Posts: 03 UR, 01 ST) .
- Chemical Engineering (NCB/CME-05 & CME-06): B.E./B.Tech with 5 years of experience OR M.E./M.Tech with 3 years of experience in plant operations, energy audits, or project engineering in cement plants. Age Limit: 35 Years. (02 Posts for CME-05: 1 UR, 1 OBC; 01 Post for CME-06: 1 ST) .
- Mechanical/Chemical (AI & ML) (NCB/CME-07): B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical/Chemical/Data Science/AI & ML. Candidates must possess distinct industry/R&D experience focusing directly on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Age Limit: 35 Years. (01 UR) .
- Civil Engineering & Chemistry R&D (NCB/CDR-02 & NCB/CRT-02): Dedicated roles focusing on concrete technology mix designs, durability, and cement quality testing. Requires relevant B.Tech/M.Tech or M.Sc.+PhD credentials along with 3 to 5 years of experience. Age Limit: 35 Years. (02 Posts for CDR-02: 1 UR, 1 SC; 02 Posts for CRT-02: 1 UR, 1 OBC) .
3. NCB Cadre Official (Deputy Manager) — Level 10
- Total Posts: 14
- Upper Age Limit: 28 to 32 Years
- Post Codes & Specifications:
- Chemical Engineering (NCB/CME-01 & CME-02): B.E./B.Tech in Chemical or Electrical Engineering with 60% aggregate. Age Limit: 28 Years. (01 SC for CME-01, 01 UR for CME-02) .
- Environmental Science (NCB/CME-03): Full-time M.Sc. in Environmental Science (60% marks) with 5 years of experience in environmental audits, monitoring, or life cycle assessments. Age Limit: 32 Years. (01 UR) .
- Geology (NCB/CME-04): Full-time M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology (60% marks) with 5 years of experience in geological field studies or mineral exploration. Age Limit: 32 Years. (01 OBC) .
- Civil Engineering (NCB/CDR-01): B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks and 5 years of post-qualification work experience. Age Limit: 28 Years. (05 Posts: 02 UR, 01 SC, 01 OBC, 01 EWS) .
4. NCB Support Staff & Administrative Posts
- Office Assistant (DGO/SEC-01) — Level 6: Post Graduate degree in Management/Science/Commerce (60% marks) with 10 years of experience in office management or government liaisoning. Age Limit: 40 Years. (01 UR) .
- Hindi Assistant (HRS/01) — Level 3: Full-time graduation with English and Hindi as compulsory subjects (60% marks) and a recognized translation diploma/certificate. Age Limit: 25 Years. (01 SC) .
- Admin Assistant (HRS/02) — Level 3: Full-time B.A. degree with 60% marks and computer software proficiency. Note: This post is specifically reserved for PwBD (Blind/Low Vision) candidates . Age Limit: 25 Years. (01 UR) .
Selection Process for NCB Manager / Assistant Recruitment
The selection pattern varies transparently according to the responsibility levels of the posts to ensure a fair evaluation:
- For Level up to L6 (Assistants): A Screening Committee will short-list candidates for a Trade / Skill Test. Candidates who qualify the skill test will be called for a competitive Written Examination.
- For Levels L10 & L11 (Managers & Deputy Managers): Selection will be based on a Written Test followed by a Personal Discussion round for qualifying applicants.
- For Level L12 (Group Manager): Shortlisted candidates will be directly evaluated through a Personal Discussion session.
- Medium of Exam: Hindi & English.
Application Fee & Payment Details for NCB Manager / Assistant Recruitment
- General, OBC, and EWS Categories: Rs. 500/- per post.
- Exempted Categories: SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-servicemen, and Women candidates do not have to pay any application fee.
- Payment Channels: Paid via SBI Collect Portal or through RTGS/NEFT using the following details:
- Bank Name: State Bank of India
- Branch: CRI Faridabad Branch, Faridabad
- Account Name: National Council for Cement and Building Materials
- SB Account No.: 37301477161
- IFSC Code: SBIN0003794
How to Apply for NCB Manager / Assistant Recruitment 2026
Interested and qualified individuals must submit their applications via the offline path, as digital or email applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- Go to the official website: www.ncbindia.com and download the application format listed under Annexure III.
- Accurately fill in the required fields (personal info, qualifications from high school onwards, and experience details).
- Affix recent passport-size color photographs and sign the declaration.
- Gather self-attested document copies: Age proof, Identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN), educational certificates, caste/EWS certificate, experience letters, and fee payment receipt.
- Super-scribe the envelope containing the application with the Advertisement Number (R/01/2026 (01)) and your chosen Post Code.
- Send the application packet via registered post or courier to:
The Director General National Council for Cement and Building Materials 34 KM Stone, Delhi Mathura Road, (NH-2), Ballabgarh – 121004, Haryana, India
Important Dates for NCB Manager / Assistant Recruitment
- Application Deadline: Your physical application must reach the Ballabgarh office within 21 days from the date of publication of this notification in the official Employment News.