Overview
Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi has released a recruitment notification for the post of Senior Research Fellow/Senior Research Associate, Junior Project Fellow, 3D Graphic Developer/Animator/Graphic Designer (21 (SRF/SRA-08, JPF-12, 3D Graphic-01) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online (qr code / application link) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT, New Delhi
- Qualification
- Post: Educational Qualification & Experience Senior Research Fellow / Senior Research Associate: PG with 55% marks in relevant discipline + 2 years experience in relevant field. Project-specific qualifications apply (e.g., Master's in Computer Science, Education, Educational Technology etc.). Junior Project Fellow: PG in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH) + Desirable: Computer knowledge, MS Office, SPSS, Good communication skills. 3D Graphic Developer/Animator/Graphic Designer: Graduation in Fine Arts/Graphic Design/Animation (4 years) OR Graduate + 1 year Diploma in Graphics/Animation + 3 years post qualification experience in relevant area.
- Vacancies
- 21 (SRF/SRA-08, JPF-12, 3D Graphic-01)
- Advertisement No
- 01/CIET/2026-27
- Last date to apply
- 28-05-2026 (before 12:00 p.m.)
Important Dates
| Date of Advertisement | 21-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Filling Application Form | 28-05-2026 (before 12:00 p.m.) |
| Date of Interview - SRF/SRA | 02-06-2026 |
| Date of Interview - JPF | 03-06-2026, 04-06-2026, 05-06-2026 |
| Date of Interview - 3D Graphic Developer | 02-06-2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
A total of 21 contractual positions have been announced under various PAC approved projects. Detailed project-wise breakup is given below: 1. Senior Research Fellow / Senior Research Associate – 08 Posts S.No.: Project Title (PAC Code) | No. of Posts 1.1: A Study of the Awareness of AI Literacy... (20.01) | 1 1.2: Assess the Impact of Multiple Digital Education Modes... (20.02) | 1 1.3: Development and Dissemination of Educational Media Programs (20.04) | 1 1.4: Development of a Multilingual Language Learning Platform (20.05) | 2 1.5: Integrating Indian Knowledge System... Graphic Novels (20.06) | 1 1.6: Development of syllabi and textbook in Computer Science (20.08) | 1 1.7: Faculty Development Programme on ICT... (20.12) | 1 2. Junior Project Fellow – 12 Posts (Detailed project-wise breakup available in notification) 3. 3D Graphic Developer/Animator/Graphic Designer – 01 Post
Eligibility
Post: Educational Qualification & Experience Senior Research Fellow / Senior Research Associate: PG with 55% marks in relevant discipline + 2 years experience in relevant field. Project-specific qualifications apply (e.g., Master's in Computer Science, Education, Educational Technology etc.). Junior Project Fellow: PG in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH) + Desirable: Computer knowledge, MS Office, SPSS, Good communication skills. 3D Graphic Developer/Animator/Graphic Designer: Graduation in Fine Arts/Graphic Design/Animation (4 years) OR Graduate + 1 year Diploma in Graphics/Animation + 3 years post qualification experience in relevant area.
Age Limit
Post: Age Limit Senior Research Fellow / Senior Research Associate: Not more than 45 years (Relaxation as per GoI norms) Junior Project Fellow: Not more than 40 years (Relaxation as per GoI norms) 3D Graphic Developer: Not more than 45 years (65 years for retired Govt. employees)
Selection Process
Selection will be done through Interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via registered email. Candidates must report by 9:00 a.m. on the interview date (no entry after 10:00 a.m.) with all original documents.
How to Apply
Candidates must fill the online application form using the QR code provided for each post. Separate applications are required for different posts. Documents Required: • Bio-data in prescribed format (Annexure-1) • Original + Photocopies of Educational Qualifications • Experience Certificates / Salary slips / ITR / Bank statements • SC/ST/PH Certificate (if applicable) • Portfolio of work (Scripts, Storyboards, Animations, Graphics, etc.) • No Objection Certificate (for employed candidates) Step-by-Step Application Process: • Scan the QR code given against each post and fill the online application form. • Submit the form before 28-05-2026 (12:00 p.m.). • Shortlisted candidates will be informed through registered email. • Report for interview on the scheduled date by 9:00 a.m. at CIET-NCERT, New Delhi with all original documents.
Important Instructions
• Posts are purely temporary and contractual up to 31st March 2027. • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. • Selected candidates may be required to join immediately. • Experience in school education / e-content development is highly preferred. • Time spent on M.Phil./Ph.D. will not count as experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CIET NCERT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 21 SRF, JPF and More Posts?
Date of Advertisement: 21-05-2026; Last Date for Filling Application Form: 28-05-2026 (before 12:00 p.m.); Date of Interview - SRF/SRA: 02-06-2026; Date of Interview - JPF: 03-06-2026, 04-06-2026, 05-06-2026; Date of Interview - 3D Graphic Developer: 02-06-2026
What is the age limit?
Post: Age Limit Senior Research Fellow / Senior Research Associate: Not more than 45 years (Relaxation as per GoI norms) Junior Project Fellow: Not more than 40 years (Relaxation as per GoI norms) 3D Graphic Developer: Not more than 45 years (65 years for retired Govt. employees)
What is the selection process?
Selection will be done through Interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via registered email. Candidates must report by 9:00 a.m. on the interview date (no entry after 10:00 a.m.) with all original documents.