Exciting Academic Careers at NCERT: 117 Positions Open for 2026!
NCERT Recruitment Bhubaneswar Unit 2026: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), India’s apex organization for school education, research, and teacher training, has announced a major recruitment drive. If you are looking to shape the future of Indian education, this is your chance to join their prestigious faculty at various units across the country, including New Delhi, Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, and Shillong.
Vacancy Overview for NCERT Recruitment Bhubaneswar Unit
NCERT is filling 117 academic positions through direct recruitment. The roles span a massive variety of departments, from Mathematics and Bio-Science to Art Education and Vocational Studies.
- Professor: Academic Level 14 (Entry Pay: ₹1,44,200)
- Associate Professor: Academic Level 13A (Entry Pay: ₹1,31,400)
- Assistant Professor: Academic Level 10 (Entry Pay: ₹57,700)
- Librarian Posts: Includes Deputy Librarian (Level 13A) and Assistant Librarian (Level 10).
Eligibility Highlights
| Position | Key Requirements |
| Professor | Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, minimum 10 research publications, and at least 10 years of teaching/research experience. |
| Associate Professor | Ph.D. with a Master’s degree (minimum 55%), at least 7 publications, and 8 years of relevant experience. |
| Assistant Professor | Master’s degree with 55% marks and must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or possess a Ph.D. (under specific 2009/2016 regulations) . |
Note: Candidates who obtained a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the Top 500 (QS, THE, or ARWU) are also eligible for Assistant Professor roles.
How to Apply for NCERT Recruitment Bhubaneswar Unit
The application process is exclusively online through the NCERT official website.
- Official Website: www.ncert.nic.in
- Application Fee: * ₹1,000 for UR/OBC/EWS male applicants.
- Exempted for Women, SC, ST, and PWD applicants.
Important Dates for NCERT Recruitment Bhubaneswar Unit
- Registration Opens: January 31, 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Application Deadline: February 20, 2026 (05:00 PM)
Selection Process for NCERT Recruitment Bhubaneswar
Shortlisting will be based on academic scores as per UGC Regulations-2018.
- Assistant Professors: Up to 50 candidates (category-wise) per vacancy will be called for interview.
- Professors/Associate Professors: Up to 10 candidates (category-wise) per vacancy will be called.
- Final Selection: Based entirely on performance during the interview.
Ready to Apply?
Make sure you have your scanned photograph, signature, and all relevant certificates (degrees, caste, PWD, or NOC if currently employed) ready before starting your application.