NCERT Recruitment 2024: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), a leading organization for educational research, teacher training, and curriculum development in India, has announced recruitment for five Principal (Group ‘A’) posts in its Regional Institutes of Education (RIE). These institutes are located in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, and Shillong. The positions are offered on a tenure basis of five years, extendable based on performance.
NCERT follows the University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines for recruitment, but also seeks candidates aligned with its own goals and focus areas. Below are the detailed qualifications, requirements, and conditions for the post of Principal.
Vacancy Overview for NCERT Principal Recruitment 2024
| Post | Location | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, Shillong | 5 (1 Anticipated Vacancy) |
NCERT Principal Recruitment Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Rs. 37,400 – 67,000 with AGP of Rs. 10,000 (Revised to Academic Level 14 with entry pay of Rs. 1,44,200) | Not more than 60 years as of the closing date |
Essential Qualifications for Principal Post
To be eligible for the position of Principal at RIE, candidates must fulfill the following essential qualifications:
- Ph.D. Degree in a relevant field.
- Experience as a Professor or Associate Professor with at least 15 years of teaching or research in universities, colleges, or higher education institutions.
- A minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals.
- A minimum of 110 research score as per UGC guidelines (Appendix II, Table 2 of UGC Regulations 2018).
General Conditions and Requirements for NCERT Recruitment 2024
- Age Limit: Candidates must not be more than 60 years as of the closing date of application.
- Selection Process: Mere fulfillment of qualifications does not guarantee an interview. The selection will be based on qualifications and an interview, the date for which will be announced later.
- Application Submission: Applicants must submit their applications through the proper channel if they are currently serving in a government, quasi-government, or public sector organization.
- Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of Rs. 100 is required (except for SC/ST, PwD, women candidates, and NCERT employees). The payment should be made through a crossed Demand Draft (DD) in favor of the Secretary, NCERT, payable at State Bank of India, NCERT Branch, New Delhi-110016.
- Transfer: The selected candidate can be transferred to any of the RIEs located in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysore, and Shillong.
NCERT Recruitment 2024Â Application Process and Important Instructions
Candidates are required to submit their applications in the prescribed format, along with self-attested photocopies of their qualifications, recent photographs, and supporting documents. The application must be sent via Speed Post to the following address:
Section Officer, Recruitment-I Section, Room No. 513, 5th Floor, Zakir Husain Block, NCERT, New Delhi-110016.
The last date for receipt of applications is 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
Important:
- Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will be rejected.
- Candidates should regularly check the official NCERT website for updates related to the recruitment process: www.ncert.nic.in.
- The age of retirement on superannuation in NCERT is 65 years.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)Â NCERT Recruitment 2024
1. What is the last date to apply for NCERT Principal posts?
The last date is 21 days from the publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
2. How many vacancies are available for the Principal posts?
There are five vacancies, including one anticipated vacancy.
3. What is the pay scale for the Principal posts?
The pay scale is Rs. 37,400 – 67,000 with an AGP of Rs. 10,000, revised to Academic Level 14 with an entry pay of Rs. 1,44,200.
4. What is the age limit for the NCERT Principal post?
The applicant should not be more than 60 years old as of the closing date.
5. How can I apply for the NCERT Principal post?
Candidates must send their applications via Speed Post to NCERT, New Delhi, along with the required documents and a DD for the application fee.
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