NTA Observer Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Age Limit, Documents & Apply Online

Candidates from government schools, colleges, universities, polytechnics, Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas are eligible to apply.

Serving and retired teachers, professors, eligible government officers and retired Armed Forces and CAPF personnel can apply.

Retired government officers must have held Pay Level 8 or above and be aged between 60 and 65 years by the application deadline.

Retired Armed Forces and CAPF personnel must have held the rank of Subedar Major or equivalent and should not be older than 65 years.

Retired teachers must be aged 60–65 years, while serving teachers have no upper age limit but must submit an institutional NOC.

Selected candidates will serve as examination observers for Computer-Based Tests (CBT) and Pen-and-Paper Tests (PPT) under a two-year contract.

Applicants must upload photo ID, employment or service proof, vigilance clearance for serving employees and valid character or police verification certificates for retired candidates.

Candidates must declare pending cases, relatives appearing for NTA exams and any financial or professional links with coaching institutes or exam-preparation publications.

Online applications are open from November 7 to December 6, 2026; eligible candidates should check the official NTA notification and complete the application process before the deadline.

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