Want To Work With NTA? Application Window Open For Exam Observers
Serving and retired teachers and professors from government institutions, government officers above Pay Level 8, and armed forces official holding rank of Subedar Major or above can apply
NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is inviting applications from serving and retired government officials to apply for empanelment as observer for upcoming national examinations including NEET, JEE, CUET and UGC-NET.
The initiative seeks to strengthen monitoring and maintain transparency in the assessment process.
The application window opened on November 7 and the last date for submitting application is December 6, 2026.
The selected candidates will be assigned to examination centres across India to monitor the conduct of examinations conducted by the NTA. The observers may be assigned for Computer-Based Tests (CBT) and Pen-and-Paper Tests (PPT).
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expanding its nationwide assessment infrastructure.
We are inviting Expressions of Interest from eligible educational institutions, universities, and dedicated test service providers for the empanelment of CBT and PPT examination centres.
If your facility meets the specified workstation and seating capacities, partner with us in this national initiative.
Apply by December 6, 2026, at https://t.co/CAeP1CiMYa
— National Testing Agency (@NTA_Exams) November 7, 2026
The NTA is seeking serving and retired teachers and professors from government institutions, retired Central and State Government officers above Pay Level 8, and retired personnel of the Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) holding the rank of Subedar Major or equivalent and above, said an official notification.
To view the official notification, click here.
Applicants must be physically fit to perform observer duties and willing to travel when required. They must have a clear disciplinary and vigilance record, with no pending proceedings.
For direct link to apply for NTA exam observers, click here.