NCS Portal 2026 Guide: 6.64 Crore Jobseekers, Free DigiLocker Registration, AI Job Match and Helpline 1514 at ncs.gov.in
The National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) of the Labour Ministry has 6.64 crore registered jobseekers and 17.68 lakh active vacancies. Learn its services, AI tools, DigiLocker-based registration steps, job search, helpline 1514 and official links.
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National Career Service (NCS) Portal: Overview
The National Career Service (NCS) portal, www.ncs.gov.in, is the Government of India's free job and career portal run by the Ministry of Labour & Employment. It began in 2015 and is described by the ministry as a "one-stop solution" for career services: private and government job listings, job matching, career counselling, job fairs and skill courses.
In 2026 the portal crossed 6.64 crore registered jobseekers and 10.05 crore vacancies mobilised since inception (as of 15 July 2026), as Union Labour Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya told the Lok Sabha on 3 August 2026. The portal has been upgraded to a cloud-based platform with AI job matching, an AI interview coach and multilingual support through Bhashini. This guide explains the services, how to register, the helpline and the official links.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Portal name | National Career Service (NCS) |
| Website | www.ncs.gov.in |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India |
| Started | 2015 |
| Cost | Free (jobseekers should not pay any fee to employers) |
| Registered jobseekers | 6.64 crore+ since inception; 2.89 crore active (15 July 2026) |
| Vacancies mobilised | 10.05 crore+ since inception; 17.68 lakh active (15 July 2026) |
| Model Career Centres | 407 approved (370 upgraded from Employment Exchanges) |
| Mobile app | National Career Service (NCS) app, Android and iOS |
| Toll-free helpline | 1514 |
Latest 2026 Figures from Parliament Replies
- Jobseekers: over 6.64 crore registered, 2.89 crore active (as of 15 July 2026).
- Vacancies: over 10.05 crore mobilised since inception, 17.68 lakh active.
- Partnerships: over 40 MoUs with employers, portals and platforms, including APNA, Swiggy, Rapido, Zomato, Amazon, TCS iON, Quikr and FoundIt (Monster).
- States: 31 States/UTs are integrated with the portal.
- Senior citizens: 1.89 lakh registered jobseekers are above 60 years, and 1.68 lakh vacancies are listed as suitable for candidates above 60. Over 2.29 crore jobseekers have been shortlisted by employers through the portal (Rajya Sabha reply, 22 July 2026).
Services Available on NCS
- Job search: domestic jobs, international jobs (through E-migrate), and filtered lists for government, health, differently abled and ex-servicemen jobs. There is also a "Search Jobs near me" option.
- AI tools: intelligent job matching, AI skill gap analysis, personalised job recommendations, AI resume builder and AI interview coach.
- Career counselling: online counselling and guidance at Model Career Centres.
- Job fairs: information on online and offline job fairs and hiring events.
- Skill courses: skill courses and training programmes; NCS is integrated with Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH).
- Integrations: Udyam, eShram, Skill India Digital Hub, EPFO, ESIC, MHRD and DigiLocker, and recruitment bodies UPSC, Staff Selection Commission, Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board and Railway Recruitment Boards.
- Languages: multilingual support through Bhashini.
Who Can Register
NCS is open to jobseekers, employers, skill providers, career counsellors, career centres, placement organisations, local service providers, households and government departments. Registration and services are free of cost.
How to Register as a Jobseeker on NCS (Step by Step)
As per the official NCS jobseeker registration flowchart:
- Visit www.ncs.gov.in and choose Jobseeker from the header.
- Click Login/Signup.
- Choose to continue with DigiLocker and accept the consent.
- Enter your name and update your profile picture.
- Enter your phone number and email address for communication.
- Send the verification code, enter the code/OTP and verify.
- Go to Initial Profile Building and fill in your profile (this step can be skipped and completed later).
How to Search and Apply for Jobs
- Log in to ncs.gov.in.
- Go to Search for Jobs > Find Domestic Jobs (or Find International Jobs for E-migrate).
- Use filters such as government, health, differently abled or ex-servicemen jobs, or use "Search Jobs near me".
- Open a job and apply from your profile.
What You Need
- A DigiLocker login (registration runs through DigiLocker consent).
- A working mobile number and email ID for verification.
- A profile photo and your education and work details for the profile.
NCS Mobile App
The National Career Service (NCS) app is published by MoLE, Government of India. On Google Play it has 1 lakh+ downloads and was last updated on 29 July 2026. It lets you search and apply for verified jobs, get career counselling, upskill through training programmes and get job fair updates.
Helpline and Safety
- NCS toll-free helpline: 1514
- Email: [email protected]
- Cyber fraud reporting: 1930
The portal warns that some websites and individuals falsely use the NCS name or logo. NCS services are free, and jobseekers should never pay fees to employers. Always check information on ncs.gov.in.
Important Official Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| NCS official portal | www.ncs.gov.in |
| Jobseeker registration flowchart (PDF) | ncs.gov.in – flowchart |
| Job fairs list | ncs.gov.in/job-fair-list |
| NCS FAQs | ncs.gov.in/faq |
| NCS app on Google Play | play.google.com – com.gov.ncs |
| NCS app on App Store | apps.apple.com – NCS |
FAQs
Is registration on the NCS portal free?
Yes. NCS services are free of cost, and jobseekers should not pay any fee to employers.
How many jobseekers are registered on NCS?
Over 6.64 crore since inception, of whom 2.89 crore are active, as of 15 July 2026.
How do I register on NCS?
Select Jobseeker on ncs.gov.in, click Login/Signup, continue with DigiLocker, verify your phone and email with OTP, then build your profile.
What is the NCS helpline number?
The toll-free helpline is 1514, and the support email is [email protected].
Can senior citizens find jobs on NCS?
Yes. As per the Rajya Sabha reply of 22 July 2026, 1.89 lakh registered jobseekers are above 60 and 1.68 lakh vacancies are listed as suitable for them.
Does NCS list government jobs?
Yes. It has a government jobs filter and is integrated with UPSC, SSC, ASRB and Railway Recruitment Boards.
Conclusion
The NCS portal is a free government platform for job search, counselling, job fairs and skilling, now with AI tools and DigiLocker-based sign-up. Register only on ncs.gov.in or the official app, never pay anyone for a job, and call 1514 if you need help.
References
- PIB – NCS PORTAL (Lok Sabha reply by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya), 5 August 2026
- PIB – Government Promotes Re-Employment Opportunities For Senior Citizens Through National Career Service (NCS) Portal, 22 July 2026
- PIB – NCS PLATFORM AND EMPLOYMENT FACILITATION (Rajya Sabha reply), 5 February 2026
- PIB – National Career Service (NCS) Portal (Rajya Sabha reply), 4 December 2025
- National Career Service – Official portal home page (last updated 28-09-26), accessed 9 October 2026
- National Career Service – Jobseeker Registration Flowchart, accessed 9 October 2026
- National Career Service – FAQs, accessed 9 October 2026
- Google Play – National Career Service (NCS) by MoLE, Government of India, updated 29 July 2026