NCERT JPF and Visual Analyser Recruitment 2026

About This Job

NCERT is hiring 9 project staff posts in the Library and Documentation Division, New Delhi. The notice covers 7 Junior Project Fellow (JPF) posts and 2 Visual Analyser posts under PAC projects for 2026-27. If you have a Master's degree, MLISc, B.Tech, B.E., MCA, M.Tech or related computer qualification, you can attend the walk-in interview. Salary ranges from Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 50,000 per month, and the last interview date is 30 June 2026.

National Council of Educational Research and Training JPF and Visual Analyser Recruitment 2026 - 9 Posts

National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a Library and Documentation Division notice dated 9 June 2026 for temporary project staff. The engagement is linked to PAC-approved projects on digital library courses, open educational resources, and NCERT's institutional repository. This is a walk-in selection with no written exam mentioned, so your qualification documents, experience proof and interview performance matter most.

The appointment is on a purely temporary contractual basis up to 31 March 2027. The venue for both interviews is the Conference Room, Library and Documentation Division, G.B. Pant Block, 1st Floor, NCERT, New Delhi.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply?

Junior Project Fellow - 7 Posts

• For PAC 15.02: You need a Master's degree in English or MLISc with at least 55% marks. SC, ST and PH candidates need 50% marks.
• For PAC 15.03: You need MLISc or a Master's degree in Education with the same marks condition, plus working experience on OJS, web tools or content development tools.
• For PAC 15.04: You need MLISc or a Master's degree in Education with the same marks condition, plus working experience in DSpace software for institutional repositories.
• Desirable skills: Library management software, DSpace, OJS platform, editing, course content development and teaching experience are useful depending on the project.

Visual Analyser - 2 Posts

• PG route: You need a PG degree in Computer Application, Computer Science, Computer Technology or M.Tech with specialisation in Computer Application and at least 55% marks, plus 2 years experience in electronic data processing or computer programming.
• Engineering route: You can also apply with B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, a bachelor's degree in Computer Applications/Computer Science, or Electronics/Electronics and Communication Engineering, plus 3 years experience in electronic data processing or computer programming.
• Desirable skills: MLISc with 55% marks, DSpace, database development, mobile application development and Open Journal System knowledge are preferred.

Age Limit

• Junior Project Fellow: Below 40 years as per UGC guidelines.
• Visual Analyser: Not more than 45 years; retired persons from government organisations can apply up to 65 years.
• Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms.

Salary

• JPF with NET/Ph.D.: Rs. 37,000 per month consolidated.
• JPF Non-NET: Rs. 35,000 per month consolidated.
• Visual Analyser: Rs. 50,000 per month consolidated.
• Tenure: The engagement is temporary and can continue up to 31 March 2027, subject to project needs.

Selection Process (Walk-in Interview)

Selection is through document verification and a walk-in interview. The NCERT notice does not mention any written test for these posts.

1. Registration: Reach the venue and complete registration between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
2. Document Verification: Carry original certificates, experience proof and self-attested copies for checking.
3. Interview: JPF interviews are on 29 June 2026 at 11:00 AM, and Visual Analyser interviews are on 30 June 2026 at 11:00 AM.
4. Final selection: NCERT will select candidates based on the walk-in process and project requirement.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your resume or bio-data for the JPF or Visual Analyser post.
2. Arrange original certificates for qualification, marks, category, experience and other claims.
3. Keep self-attested photocopies of every certificate and related document.
4. If you are working in another organisation, bring a No Objection Certificate or route the application through your employer.
5. For experience-based Visual Analyser claims, bring salary slip, bank statement or ITR proof where needed.
6. Report to the Conference Room, Library and Documentation Division, G.B. Pant Block, 1st Floor, NCERT before 11:00 AM on the correct interview date.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. If your degree result is awaited, do not apply because the notice clearly requires completed qualifications.

Documents to Carry

• Resume or bio-data for the selected post.
• Original certificates for educational qualification and experience.
• Self-attested photocopies of each certificate and related document.
• Category certificate, if you are claiming SC, ST or PH marks relaxation.
• No Objection Certificate from employer, if currently employed.
• Salary slip, bank statement or ITR for experience claims where the salary is Rs. 40,000 and above.

Important Notes

The project staff engagement is temporary and does not create any claim for regular employment in NCERT. Selected candidates may be required to join immediately, so check your availability before attending the interview.

For JPF posts, SC, ST and PH candidates can apply with 50% marks in the relevant master's degree. For Visual Analyser posts, the notice asks for completed qualifications and relevant computer programming or data processing experience.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 9 June 2026
• JPF Walk-in Interview: 29 June 2026 at 11:00 AM
• Visual Analyser Walk-in Interview: 30 June 2026 at 11:00 AM
• Registration Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on the interview day
• Late Entry Cutoff: Candidates reaching after 11:00 AM will not be considered
• Tenure End: Up to 31 March 2027

• Support NCERT digital library and institutional repository projects
• Prepare and organise digital learning resources for school library users
• Work with DSpace, OJS, web tools and database systems as required by the project
• Assist in course content development, editing and documentation work
• Process electronic data and support computer programming tasks for Visual Analyser work
• Keep project records, files and reports ready for Library and Documentation Division review
• Coordinate with project teams and follow NCERT timelines for PAC 2026-27 work