The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), New Delhi has issued Notification F. No. 1-10/2026-27/COE/DEL dated 16 September 2026 for the engagement of Assistant Editors (21 posts) and DTP Operators (02 posts) — 23 posts in all — purely on a contract basis under the PAB Project up to 31 March 2027, likely to be extended further. There is no online application form: eligible candidates must appear for walk-in registration and document verification on 08.10.2026 (Assistant Editor) and 09.10.2026 (DTP Operator) between 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at CIET NCERT, Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi, followed by the skill test from 11:00 a.m. onwards.
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Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Assistant Editor, DTP Operator |
| Organization | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), Publication Division, New Delhi |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | F. No. 1-10/2026-27/COE/DEL dated 16 September 2026 |
| Location | New Delhi, Delhi (NCT) |
| Total Vacancies | 23 posts (Assistant Editor 21 — English 10, Hindi 07, Urdu 04; DTP Operator 02) |
| Qualification | Assistant Editor: Bachelor degree plus PG Diploma in Book Publishing, Mass Communication or Journalism with 5 years editing experience. DTP Operator: Graduate with a one-year DTP diploma, or Senior Secondary with a one-year DTP diploma and 3 years experience |
| Age Limit | Maximum 45 years as on the date of walk-in registration Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Walk-in registration and document verification → Skill Test → Interview (Assistant Editor only) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 80,000 per month for Assistant Editor and Rs. 50,000 per month for DTP Operator, consolidated |
| How to Apply | Walk-in only at CIET NCERT, New Delhi with the filled Annexure “A” form — no online application |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | ncert.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 16.09.2026 |
| Assistant Editor — walk-in registration and document verification | 08.10.2026, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. |
| Assistant Editor — skill test | 08.10.2026, from 11:00 a.m. onwards |
| DTP Operator — walk-in registration and document verification | 09.10.2026, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. |
| DTP Operator — skill test | 09.10.2026, from 11:00 a.m. onwards |
| Cut-off date for age and experience | Date of registration and screening of documents |
| Contract valid up to | 31.03.2027 (likely to be extended) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | Not specified in notification — no application fee is mentioned for walk-in registration |
Note: the notification does not mention any fee for walk-in registration or the skill test. It also states that no TA or DA is payable for attending the walk-in, the skill test or the interview.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor (English) | 10 |
| Assistant Editor (Hindi) | 07 |
| Assistant Editor (Urdu) | 04 |
| Assistant Editor — total | 21 |
| DTP Operator | 02 |
| Grand total | 23 |
Note: the notification states that the total number of posts is tentative and NCERT reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts, or not to fill any of the posts advertised, without assigning any reason.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor — essential qualification | A Bachelor degree from a recognized University; a Post Graduate Diploma in Book Publishing, Mass Communication or Journalism where editing is one of the subjects; at least 5 years experience in editing, producing-planning and supervising publications, especially school textbooks, monographs and reports, in a responsible capacity; knowledge of book production techniques, the modern process of printing and typography, and proficiency in English, Hindi or Urdu |
| Assistant Editor — desirable | Word processing and techniques of online editing |
| DTP Operator — essential qualification | Graduate in any subject with a one-year Diploma or Certificate course in Desk Top Publishing from a recognized Institute; OR Senior Secondary Certificate in any subject with a one-year Diploma or Certificate course in Desk Top Publishing from a recognized Institute and three years of experience in DTP |
| DTP Operator — desirable | Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Draw etc.), Equation Editors and the Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); typing proficiency in both Hindi and English, and or Urdu, Sanskrit and other Indian languages |
| Age Limit | Maximum 45 years as on the date of walk-in registration Check your age eligibility → |
| Age relaxation and reservation | Applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and other categories as per Government of India norms. The notification does not print a category-wise relaxation table, so refer to point (b) of each post table in the official notification |
| Cut-off date | Age and experience are both counted as on the date of registration and screening of documents |
| Proof of eligibility | Candidates who cannot produce documentary proof of education or experience will not be allowed to appear in the skill test or interview |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Walk-in registration and verification of documents | Held at CIET NCERT, New Delhi from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. only — on 08.10.2026 for Assistant Editor and on 09.10.2026 for DTP Operator. Candidates register with the filled Annexure “A” application form, all original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies. This stage is a screening gate: anyone without documentary proof of the essential qualification or experience is not allowed to go further |
| Stage 2 — Skill Test | Starts at 11:00 a.m. onwards on the same day at the same venue, for candidates cleared in the document screening. The notification does not publish the marks, duration or syllabus of the skill test. For Assistant Editor the test is expected to cover editing and book production work in English, Hindi or Urdu; for DTP Operator it is expected to cover DTP software and typing |
| Stage 3 — Interview | Assistant Editor only. The mode of selection for Assistant Editor is Skill Test plus Interview, while DTP Operator is selected on the Skill Test alone. The notification does not state a separate interview date, so candidates should treat the walk-in day as a full day at the venue |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor — remuneration | Rs. 80,000 per month (consolidated) |
| DTP Operator — remuneration | Rs. 50,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Allowances | Not specified in notification — the remuneration is consolidated, so no separate DA, HRA or other allowance is mentioned |
| Nature of engagement | Purely on contract basis under the PAB Project up to 31 March 2027, likely to be extended further |
| Regularisation | The appointment does not bestow any right to regular appointment in NCERT |
| TA and DA | No TA or DA is admissible for attending the walk-in registration, skill test or interview, or at the time of joining the post |
How to Apply
- Check that you meet the essential qualification and experience for the post you want — Assistant Editor or DTP Operator — and that you are not above 45 years of age on the walk-in date.
- Download the official notification and print the application form given in Annexure “A” on its last page.
- Fill the form in block letters only, paste a recent passport size photograph on it, and sign the declaration at the bottom.
- Arrange all original certificates — degree, diploma, experience, category certificate and a Government-issued photo ID — along with one set of self-attested photocopies of every document.
- Reach CIET NCERT, Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi – 110016 between 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on 08.10.2026 (Assistant Editor) or 09.10.2026 (DTP Operator) for registration and document verification, then stay for the skill test from 11:00 a.m. onwards.
Note: there is no online, postal or email application for this engagement. Registration happens only in person at the venue, and only within the 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. window.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Application form — Annexure “A” | Duly filled in block letters, with the declaration signed and dated |
| Recent passport size photograph | To be pasted in the box provided on the application form |
| All original degree and diploma certificates | Originals must be produced at registration; candidates without documentary proof are not allowed to appear |
| One set of photocopies of all original documents | Every photocopy must be duly self-attested |
| Experience certificates | Needed for the 5 years editing experience (Assistant Editor) or 3 years DTP experience, where claimed |
| Attested salary slip, bank statement or ITR | Compulsory for a candidate who claims experience in a position carrying consolidated remuneration of Rs. 40,000 or above, where that experience forms an essential eligibility condition |
| Government-issued photo ID | Aadhaar, PAN or Voter ID card etc. |
| Category certificate | For SC, ST, OBC or EWS candidates claiming reservation or age relaxation |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click here to download |
| NCERT Vacancies Page | Visit the vacancies page |
| Official Website | ncert.nic.in |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Reaching the venue after 10:30 a.m. — registration and document verification run only from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., and the skill test begins at 11:00 a.m.
- Walking in without the Annexure “A” form already filled in block letters with a photograph pasted on it, expecting to fill it at the venue.
- Carrying photocopies that are not self-attested, or carrying photocopies without the originals — both get a candidate stopped at the screening stage.
- Claiming experience at a consolidated salary of Rs. 40,000 or above without an attested salary slip, bank statement or ITR to prove it.
- Assuming travel will be reimbursed — no TA or DA is paid for the walk-in, the skill test, the interview or joining.
- Treating this as a permanent NCERT job — the engagement is contractual up to 31 March 2027 and gives no right to regular appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are there in NCERT Assistant Editor and DTP Operator Recruitment 2026?
There are 23 posts in total — 21 Assistant Editor posts (English 10, Hindi 07, Urdu 04) and 02 DTP Operator posts.
What is the qualification for the Assistant Editor post?
A Bachelor degree from a recognized University plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Book Publishing, Mass Communication or Journalism with editing as a subject, along with at least 5 years of editing and publication supervision experience.
What is the qualification for the DTP Operator post?
A graduate in any subject with a one-year Desk Top Publishing diploma or certificate, or a Senior Secondary pass with a one-year DTP diploma or certificate plus three years of DTP experience.
What are the walk-in dates, reporting time and venue?
Assistant Editor candidates report on 08.10.2026 and DTP Operator candidates on 09.10.2026, both between 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at CIET NCERT, Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi – 110016.
Is there an online application form for this NCERT recruitment?
No — there is no online form; candidates must attend the walk-in in person with the Annexure “A” application form printed from the official notification and filled in block letters.
How will candidates be selected?
Assistant Editor candidates are selected through a Skill Test followed by an Interview, while DTP Operator candidates are selected on the Skill Test alone, after document verification at the walk-in.
What is the salary for these NCERT contract posts?
Assistant Editors get Rs. 80,000 per month and DTP Operators get Rs. 50,000 per month, both as a consolidated amount with no separate allowances mentioned.
What is the age limit and is any relaxation allowed?
The maximum age is 45 years as on the date of walk-in registration, with age relaxation and reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and other categories as per Government of India norms.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
