Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 – 30 Various Posts | Apply Offline

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026

30 Various Posts | Apply Offline

Last Date: 21.10.2026

Sahitya Akademi has released Recruitment Notification No. 50/2/2026 for the recruitment of 30 various posts.

The vacancies include Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, Programme Assistant, Publication Assistant, Proof Reader – General Assistant, Stenographer Grade II, Messenger – Rider, Van Driver, Junior Clerk and Multi-Tasking Staff.

📌 Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary

Organization	Sahitya Akademi
Notification No.	50/2/2026
Job Category	Central Government Jobs
Employment Type	Regular Basis
Total Vacancies	30 Posts
Job Location	All Over India
Starting Date	22.08.2026
Last Date	21.10.2026
Application Mode	Offline
Application Fee	Nil
Selection Process	Written Test & Interview

💼 Sahitya Akademi Vacancy Details

Total Vacancies: 30 Posts

S.No.	Post Name	Vacancies
1	Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)	01
2	Assistant Editor	01
3	Senior Library & Information Assistant	02
4	Junior Translation Officer	01
5	Technical Assistant	01
6	Programme Assistant	01
7	Publication Assistant	05
8	Proof Reader – General Assistant	02
9	Stenographer Gr. II	04
10	Messenger – Rider	01
11	Van Driver	01
12	Junior Clerk	04
13	Multi-Tasking Staff	06
Total		30

🎓 Educational Qualification

1. Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)

• Master's Degree in Language with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade and seven years' relevant experience as specified in the notification.
• Alternatively, Master's Degree in Business Administration/Public Administration with at least 55% marks and the prescribed experience.
• Demonstrable experience in organizing literary activities, programmes, seminars, conferences, festivals or other literary and cultural events.
• Desirable: Research/Doctoral degree in Literature, knowledge of book production and publication, and editing experience.

2. Assistant Editor

• Post Graduate Degree from a recognized University in a language/literature recognized by the Akademi.
• Good knowledge of English/Hindi and one or more Indian Languages of the region concerned.
• Five years' experience in copy editing literary and scholarly manuscripts and overseeing production stages.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.

3. Senior Library & Information Assistant

• Bachelor's Degree in Library Science.
• Five years' experience in a library of standing.
• Good knowledge of computer applications in Library.
• Desirable: Master of Library Science.

4. Junior Translation Officer

• Relevant Graduate/Master's qualification in Hindi/English as specified in the notification.
• Three years' experience in literary translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government including autonomous organizations.
• Desirable: Experience working on computers in Hindi and English.

5. Technical Assistant

• Graduate or equivalent qualification.
• Diploma in Book Publishing.
• Five years' experience in a printing press, publishing house or Government undertaking concerned with book publication.
• Knowledge of printing and book publication processes.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.

6. Programme Assistant

• Graduate or equivalent qualification from a recognized University.
• Five years' experience in a literary, academic or Government organization or publishing house concerned with book publication.
• Ability to organize meetings and conferences.
• Ability to handle literary material.
• Good knowledge of computer applications.

7. Publication Assistant

• Graduate or equivalent qualification.
• Diploma in Printing OR five years' experience in a printing press, publishing house or relevant Government undertaking.
• Knowledge of printing and book publication processes.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.

8. Proof Reader – General Assistant

• Graduate or equivalent qualification with Hindi/English as a subject.
• Ability to read proofs in English/Hindi.
• Proficiency in English/Hindi.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.

9. Stenographer Grade II

• 10+2 or equivalent qualification from an accredited board or institution.
• 80 w.p.m. shorthand speed and good typing speed in English/Hindi.
• Good knowledge of computer applications.

10. Messenger – Rider

• 10+2 from a recognized Board or institution.
• Valid driving licence for two-wheelers or light motor vehicles and minimum three years' driving experience.
• Knowledge of motor mechanics.

11. Van Driver

• 10th or 10+2 from a recognized Board or institute.
• Valid motor driving licence for light and heavy vehicles.
• Knowledge of carrying out minor automobile repairs.
• Three years' experience of motor driving.
• Polite behaviour.

12. Junior Clerk

• 10+2 from a recognized board or institution.
• Net typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Desirable: Graduate qualification.

13. Multi-Tasking Staff

• 10th/10+2 from a recognized board or institution / ITI equivalent.
• Multi-skilling as specified in the notification.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.

🎂 Age Limit

Maximum Age: 50 Years for the listed posts, as specified in the notification.

Age is calculated as on 21.09.2026.

Category	Relaxation
SC / ST	+5 Years
OBC (NCL)	+3 Years
PwD – UR	+10 Years
PwD – OBC (NCL)	+13 Years
PwD – SC/ST	+15 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per Government Policy

💰 Salary / Pay Scale

Post	Pay Level / Scale
Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)	Level-11 / ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700
Assistant Editor	Level-10 / ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Senior Library & Information Assistant	Level-6 / ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Junior Translation Officer	Level-6 / ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Technical Assistant	Level-6 / ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Programme Assistant	Level-6 / ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Publication Assistant	Level-6 / ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Proof Reader – General Assistant	Level-4 / ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Stenographer Grade II	Level-4 / ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Messenger – Rider	Level-2 / ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Van Driver	Level-2 / ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Junior Clerk	Level-2 / ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Multi-Tasking Staff	Level-1 / ₹18,000 – ₹56,900

📝 Selection Process

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Written Test

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Interview

💳 Application Fee

Application Fee: ₹0 / Nil

📮 How to Apply?

Candidates should fill the prescribed application form with complete details and attach a recent self-attested passport-size photograph along with copies of self-attested documents.

The application should be sent by Speed Post / Registered Post.

“Application for the post of __________________”

Address:

Secretary,
Sahitya Akademi,
Rabindra Bhavan,
35 Ferozeshah Road,
New Delhi – 110001.

📅 Important Dates

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Application Starts
22.08.2026

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Last Date
21.10.2026

🔗 Important Links

🌐 Official Website 📄 Download Official Advertisement 🎓 Download Eligibility Criteria 📥 Deputy Secretary Application Form 📥 Assistant Editor Application Form 📥 Application Form – Other Posts

⚠️ Important Notice: Candidates should carefully read the official notification and eligibility criteria before submitting their application. The official notification is the final authority regarding eligibility, age limit, vacancies, selection process and other conditions.

Source: Sahitya Akademi Official Website

Official Website: https://sahitya-akademi.gov.in/

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