CIET NCERT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 21 SRF, JPF and More Posts

The last date to submit the online application form for CIET-NCERT Recruitment 2026 is 28 May 2026 before 12:00 p.m. Candidates must complete the application process through the QR code or online link provided in the notification. Applications submitted after the deadline may not be accepted under any circumstances.

A total of 21 contractual vacancies have been announced by the Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT. These include posts such as Senior Research Fellow/Senior Research Associate (08 posts), Junior Project Fellow (12 posts), and 3D Graphic Developer/Animator/Graphic Designer (01 post). The recruitment is being conducted for various PAC-approved educational projects.

Educational qualifications vary according to the post applied for. Candidates applying for SRF/SRA posts must have a postgraduate degree with at least 55% marks and relevant experience, while Junior Project Fellow applicants require a postgraduate degree in a relevant field. For the 3D Graphic Developer role, candidates must possess qualifications in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or Animation along with relevant experience.

The age limit depends on the post category under this recruitment drive. The maximum age for Senior Research Fellow/Senior Research Associate and 3D Graphic Developer posts is 45 years, while Junior Project Fellow applicants should not exceed 40 years of age. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved categories as per Government of India norms.

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration based on the post and qualifications. Senior Research Fellows may receive up to Rs.42,000 per month, Junior Project Fellows can earn up to Rs.37,000 per month, and the 3D Graphic Developer position offers Rs.50,000 per month. The salary differs for NET/Ph.D. qualified and non-NET candidates.

The selection process will be conducted through an interview only, and shortlisted candidates will be informed via their registered email ID. Applicants must report to the interview venue by 9:00 a.m., and no entry will be permitted after 10:00 a.m. Final selection will depend on qualifications, experience, and interview performance.

Candidates must apply through the online application form available via QR code or official application link mentioned in the notification. Separate applications are required for different posts if a candidate wishes to apply for more than one position. Applicants should carefully fill all details and submit the form before the deadline.

Applicants must carry original and photocopies of their educational certificates, experience proof, bio-data, category certificate (if applicable), and portfolio of work for creative posts. Candidates who are currently employed should also provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer. Proper document verification is mandatory during the interview process.

No, the positions announced under CIET-NCERT Recruitment 2026 are purely temporary and contractual in nature. The engagement is expected to continue only up to 31 March 2027, depending on project requirements and performance. Candidates should note that this recruitment does not guarantee permanent employment with NCERT.