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National Career Service (NCS)

Ministry Of Labour and Employment

Published 18 September 2026

In short

National Career Service is a free government portal connecting job seekers with employers, offering job matching, career counselling and skill development information. Anyone can register free at ncs.gov.in with education and resume details.

Key facts

Nodal ministry
Ministry Of Labour and Employment
Level
Central
Launched
2015
Last date
Ongoing / No fixed deadline
Helpline
1800-425-1514

What you get

Job seekers get free access to job matching, career counselling, vocational guidance, and information on skill development courses through an online portal linking employers, job seekers and skill providers across India.

Who is eligible

All job seekers, employers, skill providers, and career counsellors can register free on the NCS portal; no income or age restriction.

Documents you need

Aadhaar card, educational qualification certificates, and resume/CV for profile creation.

How to apply

Register free at ncs.gov.in, create your profile with education and skill details, and search or get matched to relevant job openings and career guidance resources.

Frequently asked questions

Is registration on National Career Service free?

Yes, registration and job search on the NCS portal is completely free for job seekers.

Who can use the National Career Service portal?

Job seekers, employers, skill training providers and career counsellors across India.

What is the NCS helpline number?

1800-425-1514 for queries related to registration and services.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.