National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has notified 2 vacancies for the Junior Project Fellow post on a purely contractual basis. Eligible candidates can attend a Walk-in-Interview on 22 October 2026, with registration conducted from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM only, at the Board Room, DESM, 1st Floor, Janaki Ammal Block (Science Building), NCERT, Delhi. Applicants must possess a Post Graduate Degree in Physics with the required minimum marks as specified in the official notification. The consolidated pay is Rs. 37,000 p.m. for NET/Ph.D. holders and Rs. 35,000 p.m. for Non-NET candidates. Candidates awaiting their final result on the interview date are not eligible.
NCERT Junior Project Fellow Walk-in Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Reporting or Registration Time | 09:00 AM to 09:30 AM only |
| Venue | Board Room, DESM, 1st Floor, Janaki Ammal Block (Science Building), NCERT, Delhi – 110016 |
| Posts | Junior Project Fellow (JPF) |
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Pay | Rs. 37,000 p.m. (NET/Ph.D.) / Rs. 35,000 p.m. (Non-NET) (Consolidated) |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates possessing the prescribed educational qualifications |
Posts and Eligibility
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification Required | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Project Fellow (PAC Code 6.20) | 1 | Post Graduate Degree in Physics with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH) | Rs. 37,000 p.m. (NET/Ph.D.) or Rs. 35,000 p.m. (Non-NET) |
| Junior Project Fellow (PAC Code 6.28) | 1 | PG in Physics or equivalent qualifications in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH) | Rs. 37,000 p.m. (NET/Ph.D.) or Rs. 35,000 p.m. (Non-NET) |
Desirable Qualification for JPF: Basic Knowledge of Computer, Proficiency in MS Office, Data Processing, preparation of reports etc.
Age Limit: Not more than 40 years for JPF. Relaxation in Age & Educational Qualifications shall be as per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Women etc.
What to Bring
- Duly filled application form in prescribed format
- One recent photograph
- ID proof (Masked Aadhaar/PAN Card/Voters' ID)
- Original certificates and documents
- Self-attested photocopies of certificates and documents
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if working in other organisations
- Written or published work, if any
What Happens on the Day
Registration of eligible candidates takes place from 09:00 AM to 09:30 AM only at the venue. No candidate reporting after 09:30 AM is registered. Candidates must attend the Walk-in-Interview on the specified date after submitting the application in the prescribed format.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View official notification details |
| Official Website | Visit NCERT official website |
