Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended - Apply Offline for 30 Clerk, MTS and More Posts
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Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India
Compiled from official notificationHas been announced by Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India.
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Apply Start
22 Aug 2026
Last Date
21 Oct 2026
Vacancies
30
Qualification
Multiple qualifications — see full details belowAge Limit
Maximum 50 Years
This notification is no longer accepting applications.
The page is kept as a reference for this recruitment.
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About this Recruitment
Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India has released an official recruitment drive for Sahitya Akademi. The notification announces a total of 30 vacancies open to eligible candidates.
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Official Recruitment Overview
Official Source Verified- Organization
- Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India
- Location
- National
- Official Website
- https://sahitya-akademi.gov.in/
Vacancy Details
No post-wise vacancy breakdown was listed on the source notification.
Application Fee
- SC ₹500
- ST ₹500
- EWS ₹0
- PwD ₹0
- Female ₹500
Post-Wise Job Profile & Service Framework
Notified Positions & Vacancy Breakdown
- Sahitya Akademi 2026 Last Date Extended - Apply Offline for 30 Clerk, MTS and More Posts: 30 Posts
Employment Structure & Service Terms
- Appointing Authority: Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India
- Pay & Remuneration: Not stated in the official notification
Eligibility Framework & Educational Qualifications
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Pay Level | Essential Qualification & Experience (summary) |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) | Level-11 | Master's Degree in Language (min. 55% marks) with 7 years' experience as Assistant Director/Assistant Secretary/Administrative Officer/Assistant Registrar or equivalent in Level 10 and above; OR Master's in Business/Public Administration (min. 55%) with the same 7 years' experience. Must also have demonstrable experience organizing literary activities/programmes/seminars/conferences/festivals at institutional, regional, or national level, and an unblemished integrity record (no pending criminal/vigilance/disciplinary proceedings, court case involving moral turpitude/financial irregularity, or chargesheet/prosecution sanction as on the closing date). |
| Assistant Editor | Level-10 | Post-graduate degree in a language/literature recognized by the Akademi; good knowledge of English/Hindi and one or more regional Indian languages; 5 years' experience in copy-editing literary/scholarly manuscripts through production stages; basic computer knowledge. |
| Senior Library & Information Assistant | Level-6 | Bachelor in Library Science; 5 years' experience in a library of standing; good computer knowledge for library applications. |
| Junior Translation Officer | Level-6 | Graduate/Master's with Hindi/English as main subject (or equivalent combinations, per notification) plus a translation diploma/certificate where applicable; 3 years' experience in literary translation (Hindi-English/English-Hindi) in Central/State Government including autonomous organizations. |
| Technical Assistant | Level-6 | Graduate/equivalent; Diploma in Book Publishing; 5 years' experience in a printing press/publishing house/government undertaking concerned with book publication; knowledge of printing and book-publication processes; ability to edit literary material; basic computer knowledge. |
| Programme Assistant | Level-6 | Graduate/equivalent from a recognized university; 5 years' experience in a literary, academic, or government organization, or a publishing house; ability to organize meetings/conferences and handle literary material; good computer knowledge. |
| Publication Assistant | Level-6 | Graduate/equivalent; Diploma in Printing OR 5 years' experience in a printing press/publishing house/government undertaking on book publication; knowledge of printing/publication processes; basic computer knowledge. |
| Proof Reader Cum General Assistant | Level-4 | Graduate/equivalent with Hindi/English as a subject; ability to read proofs in English/Hindi; proficiency in English/Hindi; basic computer knowledge. |
| Stenographer Gr. II | Level-4 | 10+2 or equivalent; 80 w.p.m. shorthand speed with good typing speed in English/Hindi; good computer knowledge. |
| Messenger Cum Rider | Level-2 | 10+2; valid motor driving licence for two-wheelers/car with 3 years' experience; knowledge of motor mechanics. |
| Van Driver | Level-2 | 10th or 10+2; valid driving licence for light and heavy vehicles; knowledge of minor automobile repairs; 3 years' motor-driving experience; polite behaviour. |
| Junior Clerk | Level-2 | 10+2; net typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi; knowledge of computer applications. |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Level-1 | 10th/10+2 from a recognized board/institution, or ITI equivalent; multi-skilling ability (one employee performing tasks previously handled by different Level-1 employees); basic computer knowledge. |
Age Requirement
- Prescribed Range: Up to 50 Years
- Upper age relaxation for reserved categories, where the recruitment allows it, is specified in the official notification. Check the notification PDF for the limits that apply to your category.
Selection Process
- Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) and Assistant Editor: Selection is based purely on performance in the interview (no written test specified).
- Level-6 posts (Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, Programme Assistant, Publication Assistant): Written test of 100 marks - Part-I objective (50 marks: 30 questions GS/GK + 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer, Quantitative Aptitude; 1 mark per correct answer, no negative marking) and Part-II descriptive (50 marks, post-specific - e.g. Library Science, Translation, Publication/Printing). Duration: 2 hours.
- Level-4 posts (Proof Reader Cum General Assistant, Stenographer Gr. II): Same 100-mark, 2-part written test structure as Level-6 posts, with post-specific Part-II content (Editing/Proof Reading, or Essay/Letter/Comprehension for Stenographer). Stenographer Gr. II candidates are additionally shortlisted for a qualifying skill test (80 w.p.m. shorthand + typing speed).
- Level-1 and Level-2 posts (Messenger Cum Rider, Van Driver, Junior Clerk, Multi-Tasking Staff): Written test of 100 marks - Part-I objective (60 marks: 40 GS/GK + 5 each from Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer, Quantitative Aptitude; no negative marking) and Part-II descriptive (40 marks: Essay, Letter, English Comprehension, Notice/Advertisement, 10 marks each). Duration: 2 hours. Messenger Cum Rider and Van Driver candidates additionally undergo a qualifying driving skill test; Junior Clerk candidates undergo a qualifying typing test (35 w.p.m. English / 30 w.p.m. Hindi).
- Where a departmental candidate is selected for Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, or Publication Assistant, it is treated as a promotion by selection.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the written examination/skill test/interview; no interim correspondence will be entertained.
Step-by-Step Application & Form Submission Guide
- Recent self-attested passport-size photograph
- Self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates
- Self-attested experience certificates
- Self-attested category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen, as applicable) in the prescribed Government of India format - OBC certificates must specifically state the candidate does not belong to the creamy layer
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), for candidates currently serving in Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies, or PSUs (or they may apply through proper channel)
- For candidates serving at Level-10 (₹56,100-1,77,500) and above: last five years' ACRs/APARs, an integrity certificate, and vigilance clearance from the current employer
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate Queries)
What is the official educational criteria for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended - Apply Offline for 30 Clerk, MTS and More Posts?
Qualification varies by post — see the 13-post table in the Eligibility section.
What is the age limit for applicants?
The age limit is Up to 50 Years. Age relaxation for reserved categories, where it applies, is set out in the official notification — check the notification PDF for the exact limits that apply to you.
What is the pay scale or remuneration for this recruitment?
This notification does not state a pay scale in a form we can show here — check the official notification PDF.
What is the selection process for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended - Apply Offline for 30 Clerk, MTS and More Posts?
• Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) and Assistant Editor: Selection is based purely on performance in the interview (no written test specified). • Level-6 posts (Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, Programme Assistant, Publication Assistant): Written test of 100 marks - Part-I objective (50 marks: 30 questions GS/GK + 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer, Quantitative Aptitude; 1 mark per correct answer, no negative marking) and Part-II descriptive (50 marks, post-specific - e.g. Library Science, Translation, Publication/Printing). Duration: 2 hours. • Level-4 posts (Proof Reader Cum General Assistant, Stenographer Gr. II): Same 100-mark, 2-part written test structure as Level-6 posts, with post-specific Part-II content (Editing/Proof Reading, or Essay/Letter/Comprehension for Stenographer). Stenographer Gr. II candidates are additionally shortlisted for a qualifying skill test (80 w.p.m. shorthand + typing speed). • Level-1 and Level-2 posts (Messenger Cum Rider, Van Driver, Junior Clerk, Multi-Tasking Staff): Written test of 100 marks - Part-I objective (60 marks: 40 GS/GK + 5 each from Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer, Quantitative Aptitude; no negative marking) and Part-II descriptive (40 marks: Essay, Letter, English Comprehension, Notice/Advertisement, 10 marks each). Duration: 2 hours. Messenger Cum Rider and Van Driver candidates additionally undergo a qualifying driving skill test; Junior Clerk candidates undergo a qualifying typing test (35 w.p.m. English / 30 w.p.m. Hindi). • Where a departmental candidate is selected for Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, or Publication Assistant, it is treated as a promotion by selection. • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the written examination/skill test/interview; no interim correspondence will be entertained.
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