Assistant Editor and DTP Operator Vacancies

National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

Total Vacancies

Job Location

New Delhi, Pin Code 110016 (NCERT Office)

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) (NCERT)
Job Category	Teaching
Eligibility Qualification	12th Pass (Intermediate) (12th-pass), Diploma (diploma), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma)
Number of Vacancies	23 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹50,000 - ₹80,000 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 45 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	- Assistant Editor: Minimum 5 years of experience in editing, producing, planning, and supervising publications. - DTP Operator: Minimum 3 years of experience in Desktop Publishing.
Application Fee	No application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS).

📄 Details & Description

- NCERT has announced 23 contract vacancies for Assistant Editor and DTP Operator roles.
- Walk-in interviews/skill tests are scheduled for 8 October 2026 (Assistant Editor) and 9 October 2026 (DTP Operator).
- Positions are based at the NCERT office in New Delhi, Pin Code 110016.
- Recruitment is conducted through a walk-in process; no online application is required.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Assistant Editor: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university; Post Graduate Diploma in Book Publishing/Mass Communication/Journalism (with editing as a subject); at least 5 years of experience in editing, producing, planning, and supervising publications, especially school textbooks; knowledge of book production techniques, modern printing processes, typography; proficiency in English, Hindi, or Urdu.
- DTP Operator: Graduate in any subject with a one-year Diploma/Certificate in Desktop Publishing from a recognized institute OR Senior Secondary Certificate with a one-year Diploma/Certificate in Desktop Publishing; three years of experience in DTP.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Skill Test
- Interview
- Document Verification

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)

📂 Required Documents

- Original ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar, Passport, Driving License)
- Original educational certificates (Bachelor’s degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or equivalent)
- Original experience certificates (if applicable)
- Original Senior Secondary Certificate (if applicable)
- Original Diploma/Certificate in Desktop Publishing (if applicable)
- Category certificate (if applicable: SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all original documents
- Passport-size photographs (extra copies may be required)

💳 Application Fee Details

No application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to attend the walk-in interview for NCERT Assistant Editor and DTP Operator vacancies?

The walk-in interview for Assistant Editor is on 8 October 2026, and for DTP Operator, it is on 9 October 2026. Candidates must report on these dates as per the schedule.

Q. What is the total number of vacancies announced by NCERT for these roles?

NCERT has announced a total of 23 vacancies, with 21 for Assistant Editor and 2 for DTP Operator.

Q. What is the salary offered for the DTP Operator position?

The DTP Operator will receive a consolidated salary of ₹50,000 per month.

Q. Is there an application fee for NCERT’s Assistant Editor and DTP Operator recruitment?

No, there is no application fee for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST, EWS) for this recruitment.

Q. What documents should I carry for the walk-in interview?

Candidates must carry original documents like ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if applicable), category certificates (if applicable), and one set of self-attested photocopies of all original documents.