NCERT Interview Questions Asked in Previous Recruitments

NCERT interviews are NOT casual. They test clarity, pedagogy, research depth, and NCERT mindset.

Section 1: Subject Knowledge Questions

These are straight but deep.

• Explain a core concept from your subject as if you’re teaching Class 10 students
• What are the recent developments in your subject area?
• How does your subject contribute to school education, not just higher education?
• Explain one topic from NCERT textbooks and suggest improvements

Trap: Over-academic answers = rejection
NCERT wants simplicity + clarity

Section 2: Teaching Methodology Questions

Very important for NCERT

• How will you teach slow learners in a classroom?
• What teaching strategies do you use for conceptual clarity?
• How do you assess student learning beyond exams?
• How would you design a competency-based lesson plan?

They want teacher-first, not “research robot”.

Section 3: Research & PhD Questions (If Applicable)

Asked mainly to PhD holders.

• Briefly explain your PhD research in simple language
• How is your research useful for school-level education?
• Why did you choose this research topic?
• Any published papers? Explain one in simple terms

If you sound confused about your own research — you’re done.

Section 4: NCERT-Specific Questions (MOST CRITICAL)

Many candidates fail here.

• What is the role of NCERT in Indian education?
• Difference between NCERT and CBSE
• Why do you want to join NCERT instead of a university?
• How can NCERT textbooks be made more student-friendly?
• What changes would you suggest in current NCERT curriculum?

Golden Rule:
Always align answers with:

• Inclusivity
• Conceptual learning
• National Education Policy (NEP)
• Student-centric approach

Section 5: Personality & Situation-Based Questions

• Why should NCERT select you?
• How do you handle disagreement with senior faculty?
• Describe a classroom failure and what you learned
• How will you contribute beyond teaching?

Confidence + honesty > memorized answers

Brutal Truth (No Sugar-Coating)

Most candidates fail because:

• They speak like college lecturers, not NCERT educators
• They ignore school-level pedagogy
• They don’t understand NCERT’s mission

NCERT is NOT a university.
If you answer like it is — you’re out.

Pro Tip to Crack NCERT Interview

Before interview:

• Read NCERT textbooks (Classes 6–12) related to your subject
• Prepare 1 demo topic like you’re teaching school students
• Practice explaining your research in 60 seconds