The NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Department of Curriculum Studies & Development (DCS&D), National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), New Delhi. NCERT will conduct a walk-in interview to engage one Senior Research Associate (SRA) and four Junior Project Fellows (JPFs) purely on a contractual basis under three PAC-approved programmes for the year 2026-27. The walk-in interview is scheduled for 15th July 2026 at Room No. 210, Second Floor, CIET Building, NCERT, New Delhi. This article covers complete details of vacancies, eligibility, salary, required documents, and the application process based on the official advertisement dated 03.07.2026.
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026
NCERT's Department of Curriculum Studies & Development is hiring for three research and development programmes. Below is a quick overview of the NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
| Department | Department of Curriculum Studies & Development (DCS&D) |
| Advertisement Date | 03 July 2026 |
| Posts | One Senior Research Associate (SRA) and Four Junior Project Fellows (JPFs) |
| Nature of Job | Purely temporary and contractual |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Venue | Room No. 210, Second Floor, CIET Building, NCERT, New Delhi |
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- Advertisement Release Date: 03 July 2026
- Walk-in Interview Date: 15 July 2026
- Registration Time: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (No candidate will be entertained after 12:30 PM)
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers three PAC-approved programmes with the following post distribution:
Programme 7.01: A Study of Curricular and Pedagogical Practices Supporting the Holistic Development of Students across School Stages
- One Senior Research Associate (SRA)
- One Junior Project Fellow (JPF)
Programme 7.03: Development of Course Material for the Master's Programme on Curriculum Development and Evaluation
- Two Junior Project Fellows (JPFs)
Programme 7.04: Translation of the Handbook on School Culture and Processes as a Follow-up of NCF-SE 2023 in Hindi
- One Junior Project Fellow (JPF)
| PAC Code | Programme Title | Post | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.01 | Curricular and Pedagogical Practices for Holistic Development | SRA | 1 |
| 7.01 | Curricular and Pedagogical Practices for Holistic Development | JPF | 1 |
| 7.03 | Course Material for Master's Programme on Curriculum Development and Evaluation | JPF | 2 |
| 7.04 | Translation of Handbook on School Culture and Processes (NCF-SE 2023) in Hindi | JPF | 1 |
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the eligibility conditions related to educational qualification, experience, and age limit as detailed below for each post.
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
For Senior Research Associate (SRA) - Programme 7.01
- Post Graduation in Mathematics/Science/Social Science/Language/Education with a minimum of 55% marks for General category candidates and 50% marks for SC/ST/PH candidates.
- Experience: Two years' experience in the relevant field. The SRA must submit an attested copy of the salary slip/bank statement/ITR at the time of interview.
- Desirable: B.Ed./M.Ed., basic knowledge of computer, proficiency in MS Office, data processing and report preparation, proficiency in data analysis software, good communication skills, and experience in field work and data collection.
For Junior Project Fellow (JPF) - Programme 7.01
- Post Graduation in Mathematics/Science/Social Science/Language/Education with minimum 55% marks (General) / 50% marks (SC/ST/PH).
- Desirable: B.Ed./M.Ed., basic computer knowledge, MS Office proficiency, data processing, field work and data collection experience, good communication skills.
For Junior Project Fellow (JPF) - Programme 7.03
- Post Graduation in Mathematics/Science/Social Science/Language/Education with minimum 55% marks (General) / 50% marks (SC/ST/PH).
- Desirable: B.Ed./M.Ed., basic computer knowledge, MS Office proficiency, data processing, good communication skills.
For Junior Project Fellow (JPF) - Programme 7.04
- Post Graduation in Mathematics/Science/Social Science/Language/Education with minimum 55% marks (General) / 50% marks (SC/ST/PH).
- Desirable: B.Ed./M.Ed., basic computer knowledge, MS Office proficiency, data processing, experience in translation of materials from English to Hindi and vice versa, good communication skills.
Note: Experience pertaining to Research/Teaching/Training/Extension Activities/Content Development should be related to School Education. Time spent by a candidate pursuing M.Phil and/or Ph.D. degree shall not count as teaching or research experience for eligibility purposes.
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Post | Programme | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| SRA | 7.01 | Below 45 years (relaxation as per GoI norms) |
| JPF | 7.01 | Below 40 years (relaxation as per GoI norms) |
| JPF | 7.03 | Below 40 years (relaxation as per GoI norms) |
| JPF | 7.04 | Below 40 years (relaxation as per GoI norms) |
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Programme | Remuneration (Consolidated per month) | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRA | 7.01 | Rs. 42,000/- (NET/Ph.D.) or Rs. 40,000/- (Non-NET) | Upto 31st March 2027 |
| JPF | 7.01 | Rs. 37,000/- (NET/Ph.D.) or Rs. 35,000/- (Non-NET) | Upto 31st March 2027 |
| JPF | 7.03 | Rs. 37,000/- (NET/Ph.D.) or Rs. 35,000/- (Non-NET) | Upto 31st March 2027 |
| JPF | 7.04 | Rs. 37,000/- (NET/Ph.D.) or Rs. 35,000/- (Non-NET) | Six months from the date of joining |
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The official advertisement does not mention any application fee for the NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026, as selection is conducted through a walk-in interview rather than an online application process.
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection for both SRA and JPF posts will be made purely through a walk-in interview to be held on 15th July 2026 at NCERT, New Delhi. There is no written examination mentioned in the advertisement. Candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed on the basis of their qualifications, experience, and performance during the interview.
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Required Documents
Candidates must carry the following documents at the time of registration and interview:
- Duly filled application in the prescribed format (given with the advertisement)
- Self-attested copies of all testimonials satisfying eligibility
- Experience certificates clearly mentioning the duration of experience, post held, and name of the institution
- Original certificates and other supporting documents for verification
- Attested copy of salary slip/bank statement/ITR (mandatory for candidates claiming experience for posts with consolidated remuneration of Rs. 40,000/- and above)
- SC/ST/PH certificate copy, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) or employer-endorsed application, for candidates already employed
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per the application format)
How to Apply NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026
There is no online application process for this recruitment. Interested and eligible candidates must follow these steps:
- Download and fill the application form in the prescribed format provided with the official advertisement.
- Attach self-attested copies of testimonials and experience certificates.
- Carry original certificates and supporting documents for verification.
- Report for registration at the Department of Curriculum Studies & Development, Room No. 210, Second Floor, CIET Building, NCERT, New Delhi, between 9:30 AM and 12:30 PM on 15th July 2026.
- Appear for the walk-in interview on the same day for the respective post applied.
Note: No candidate will be entertained for registration after 12:30 PM.
NCERT SRA and JPF Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- It is the responsibility of candidates to ensure they fulfil all eligibility conditions related to educational qualification and experience. If found ineligible at any stage, the candidature will be rejected.
- These posts are purely temporary and contractual, and NCERT reserves the right not to fill all the posts mentioned in the advertisement, depending on the performance and suitability of candidates.
- Canvassing through any means will be taken seriously, and the candidature is liable to be rejected.
- Candidates already employed should bring their applications endorsed by their employer, or a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or for joining the post.
- Selected candidates are expected to join immediately.
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