National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Assistant Editor and DTP Operator Notification 2026 has been released on 16 September 2026 on the official website ncert.nic.in. A total of 23 vacancies have been announced through the NCERT Assistant Editor and DTP Operator Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 45 years of age who have the prescribed educational qualifications, including a Bachelor’s Degree with a Post Graduate Diploma in Book Publishing/Mass Communication/Journalism and relevant experience for Assistant Editor, or a Graduation/Senior Secondary qualification with a one-year Diploma/Certificate in Desktop Publishing and prescribed experience for DTP Operator are eligible to apply for these Assistant Editor and DTP Operator vacancies. The walk-in interview/skill test for NCERT Assistant Editor and DTP Operator Recruitment 2026 is scheduled for 8 October 2026 for Assistant Editor and 9 October 2026 for DTP Operator.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and check the walk-in schedule and venue details through the direct links provided below in this article.
NCERT Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
| Post Name | Assistant Editor and DTP Operator |
| No of Posts | 23 |
| Advt No | F. No. 1-10/2026-27/COE/DEL/ |
| Salary | ₹ 80,000/- per month (Assistant Editor), ₹ 50,000/- per month (DTP Operator) |
| Qualification | Bachelor degree, Post Graduate Diploma in Book Publishing/Mass Communication/Journalism, Graduate in any subject and One Year Diploma/Certificate course in Desk Top Publishing, Senior Secondary Certificate and One Year Diploma/Certificate course in Desk Top Publishing |
| Age Limit | Max: 45 years |
| Walk-in Date | 08-10-2026 (Assistant Editor), 09-10-2026 (DTP Operator) |
| Apply Mode | Walk-in |
| Job Type | Contract |
NCERT Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the NCERT Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download NCERT Job 2026 Notification PDF
NCERT Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor | 21 |
| DTP Operator | 2 |
| Total | 23 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Assistant Editor: Bachelor degree from a recognized University; Post Graduate Diploma in Book Publishing/Mass Communication/Journalism (editing as one subject); At least 5 years experience in editing, producing-planning and supervising publications especially school textbooks; Knowledge of books production techniques, modern process of printing, typography and proficient in English/Hindi/Urdu.
- DTP Operator: Graduate in any subject and One Year Diploma/Certificate course in Desk Top Publishing from a recognized Institute OR Senior Secondary Certificate and One Year Diploma/Certificate course in Desk Top Publishing and three years experience in DTP.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 45 years for all posts.
- Age relaxation and reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS etc. as per Govt. of India norms.
Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.
Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor | ₹ 80,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
| DTP Operator | ₹ 50,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Registration and Skill Test/Interview for Assistant Editor | 08 October 2026 |
| Walk-in Registration and Skill Test for DTP Operator | 09 October 2026 |
Selection Process
- Skill Test
- Interview
- Document Verification
Walk-In Procedure
Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for NCERT Various Posts Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
- Candidates must report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
- Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies such as ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required), and category certificate (if applicable).
- Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification.
- Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview.
- Candidates are advised to reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.
- Keep extra passport-size photographs for submission if required.
NCERT Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
