Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 - Detailed Selection Process & Info
Explore the Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026! Multiple positions are open for candidates with 10th, 12th, Diploma, ITI, Graduate, etc. Apply before 21 September 2026 to secure your spot.
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. | 50/2/2026 (also referenced as SA/50/2/2026) |
| Date of Advertisement | 22 August 2026 |
| Total Posts | 30 (across 13 designations) |
| Recruitment Mode | Direct recruitment |
| Application Mode | Offline - by Speed Post / Registered Post only |
| Application Window | Within 30 days of publication of the advertisement in Employment News (last date stated as 21 September 2026) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 50 years (uniform across all posts), with relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| Pay Level | Level-1 to Level-11 (7th CPC Pay Matrix), depending on post |
| Job Locations | Head Office (New Delhi), Regional Offices (Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru), Sub-Office (Chennai) |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) | 1 (UR) |
| 2 | Assistant Editor | 1 (UR) |
| 3 | Senior Library & Information Assistant | 2 (OBC-1, EWS-1) |
| 4 | Junior Translation Officer | 1 (UR) |
| 5 | Technical Assistant | 1 (OBC) |
| 6 | Programme Assistant | 1 (UR) |
| 7 | Publication Assistant | 5 (UR-3, SC-1, EWS-1) |
| 8 | Proof Reader Cum General Assistant | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| 9 | Stenographer Gr. II | 4 (UR-2, OBC-1, EWS-1) |
| 10 | Messenger Cum Rider | 1 (UR) |
| 11 | Van Driver | 1 (UR) |
| 12 | Junior Clerk | 4 (OBC-1, SC-1, ST-1, EWS-1) |
| 13 | Multi-Tasking Staff | 6 (OBC-3, EWS-3 incl. 1 PH) |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Place of Posting (by category, where applicable) |
|---|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Assistant Editor | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Senior Library & Information Assistant | OBC-1: Regional Office, Mumbai; EWS-1: Regional Office, Kolkata |
| Junior Translation Officer | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Technical Assistant | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Programme Assistant | Regional Office, Bengaluru |
| Publication Assistant | UR-3: 1-Head Office New Delhi, 1-Regional Office Mumbai, 1-Regional Office Bengaluru; SC-1 & EWS-1: Head Office, New Delhi |
| Proof Reader Cum General Assistant | UR-1: Regional Office, Kolkata; OBC-1: Regional Office, Mumbai |
| Stenographer Gr. II | UR-2: 1-Regional Office Bengaluru, 1-Regional Office Kolkata; OBC-1: Head Office, New Delhi; EWS-1: Regional Office, Mumbai |
| Messenger Cum Rider | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Van Driver | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Junior Clerk | OBC-1: Sub-Office, Chennai; SC-1 & ST-1: Head Office, New Delhi; EWS-1: Regional Office, Mumbai |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | OBC-3: 2-Head Office New Delhi, 1-Sub-Office Chennai; EWS-3: 1-Head Office New Delhi, 1-Regional Office Bengaluru, 1(PH)-Regional Office Kolkata |
Post-Wise Vacancy & 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. |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Pay Level | Category | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Level-10 / Level-11 | UR/OBC | ₹1,000 |
| SC/ST/Women | ₹500 | |
| EWS/PwD | Nil | |
| Level-1 to Level-6 | UR/OBC | ₹800 |
| SC/ST/Women | ₹500 | |
| EWS/PwD | Nil |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Official Circular: Carefully review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility criteria before starting registration.
- Document Preparation: Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, and Caste/Category Certificate if applicable).
- Online Registration: Visit the official portal via the direct Apply Online link given below and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) / candidate profile.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam center preferences, and upload mandatory certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee using online banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before 21 September 2026.
- Print Final Copy: Preview all entered data thoroughly, submit the form, and take a clear printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.