Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026
Recruitment Overview
| Organization Name | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Application Mode | Job Location | |---|---|---||---| | Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) – autonomous body under Ministry of Culture, Government of India | Various (30 posts across 13 designations) | Direct recruitment | Direct recruitment | Head Office (New Delhi), Regional Offices (Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru), Sub-Office (Chennai) |
Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-22 | Form Start Date (Advertisement published) |
| 2026-09-21 | Form End Date (Last date to apply) |
| 2026-08-22 | Notification Date |
| 2026-09-21 | Fee Last Date |
| Check Official Notification | Interview Date |
| Check Official Notification | Walk-in Date |
| Check Official Notification | Counselling Date |
| Check Official Notification | Admission End Date |
| Check Official Notification | Admission Start Date |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level-10 / Level-11 (UR/OBC) | ₹1,000 | Demand Draft | N/A |
| Level-10 / Level-11 (SC/ST/Women) | ₹500 | Demand Draft | N/A |
| Level-1 to Level-6 (UR/OBC) | ₹800 | Demand Draft | N/A |
| Level-1 to Level-6 (SC/ST/Women) | ₹500 | Demand Draft | N/A |
| EWS / PwD | Nil | Demand Draft | N/A |
Fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable. A separate application form and separate fee are required for each post if multiple applications are submitted.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
| Post Name | Vacancy Count | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) | 1 (UR) | 50 years max | Master's Degree in Language or Business/Public Administration (min. 55% marks) with 7 years' experience | Level-11 | Highest pay range (₹67,700–2,08,700) |
| Assistant Editor | 1 (UR) | 50 years max | Post-graduate degree in a language/literature | Level-10 | |
| Senior Library & Information Assistant | 2 (OBC-1, EWS-1) | 50 years max | Bachelor in Library Science | Level-6 | |
| Junior Translation Officer | 1 (UR) | 50 years max | Graduate/Master's with Hindi/English + translation diploma/certificate | Level-6 | |
| Technical Assistant | 1 (OBC) | 50 years max | Graduate/equivalent with Diploma in Book Publishing | Level-6 | |
| Programme Assistant | 1 (UR) | 50 years max | Graduate/equivalent | Level-6 | |
| Publication Assistant | 5 (UR-3, SC-1, EWS-1) | 50 years max | Graduate/equivalent with Diploma in Printing | Level-6 | Most numerous post |
| Proof Reader Cum General Assistant | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) | 50 years max | Graduate/equivalent with Hindi/English | Level-4 | Includes skill test (shorthand + typing) |
| Stenographer Gr. II | 4 (UR-2, OBC-1, EWS-1) | 50 years max | 10+2 or equivalent | Level-4 | Requires 80 w.p.m. shorthand speed |
| Messenger Cum Rider | 1 (UR) | 50 years max | 10+2 | Level-2 | Requires valid motor driving licence |
| Van Driver | 1 (UR) | 50 years max | 10th or 10+2 | Level-2 | Requires 3 years' driving experience |
| Junior Clerk | 4 (OBC-1, SC-1, ST-1, EWS-1) | 50 years max | 10+2 | Level-2 | Requires net typing speed (35 w.p.m. English / 30 w.p.m. Hindi) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 6 (OBC-3, EWS-3 incl. 1 PH) | 50 years max | 10th/10+2 or ITI equivalent | Level-1 | Most numerous post category |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Interview | Deputy Secretary and Assistant Editor positions are selected based solely on interview performance (no written test). |
| Written Test (Level-6) | Objective (50 marks: 30 GS/GK + 5 Hindi, 5 English, 5 Computer, 5 Quantitative Aptitude) + Descriptive (50 marks, post-specific). Duration: 2 hours. Applies to: Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, Programme Assistant, Publication Assistant. |
| Written Test (Level-4) | Same 100-mark two-part written test structure as Level-6 posts, with post-specific Part-II content. Stenographer Gr. II candidates also undergo a qualifying skill test (80 w.p.m. shorthand + typing speed). |
| Written Test (Level-1 & Level-2) | Objective (60 marks: 40 GS/GK + 5 Hindi Grammar, 5 English Grammar, 5 Computer, 5 Quantitative Aptitude) + Descriptive (40 marks: Essay, Letter, English Comprehension, Notice/Advertisement). Duration: 2 hours. Applies to: Messenger Cum Rider, Van Driver, Junior Clerk, Multi-Tasking Staff. |
| Skill Tests | Stenographer Gr. II: 80 w.p.m. shorthand + typing speed.<br>Messenger Cum Rider & Van Driver: Qualifying driving skill test.<br>Junior Clerk: Qualifying typing test (35 w.p.m. English / 30 w.p.m. Hindi). |
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Download the application form from the official Sahitya Akademi website.
- Complete the application with full details and attach a recent self-attested passport-size photograph.
- Attach supporting documents including self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates, experience certificates, and category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Ex-Servicemen).
- Submit a separate application form for each post applied for (multiple applications for the same post may lead to cancellation).
- Address the application to: The Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, Rabindra Bhavan, 35 Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi-110001.
- Send via Speed Post or Registered Post only (online/email applications are not accepted).
- Meet the deadline – applications must reach by 21 September 2026 (within 30 days of the 22 August 2026 publication).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?
It is a direct-recruitment drive by Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, to fill 30 posts across 13 designations under Advertisement No. 50/2/2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?
A total of 30 posts across 13 designations, ranging from Deputy Secretary to Multi-Tasking Staff.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?
Applications must reach within 30 days of the advertisement's publication in Employment News — the notified last date is 21 September 2026.
Q4. What is the educational qualification for Sahitya Akademi posts?
Qualifications vary by post: from 10th/10+2 for Multi-Tasking Staff and Junior Clerk to a Master's degree with relevant experience for Deputy Secretary. Full post-wise details are available in the eligibility section.
Q5. What is the age limit for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age is 50 years for all 13 posts, with relaxation as per Government of India rules. Age is assessed as on the closing date of application.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | https://sahitya-akademi.gov.in/pdf/variousposts_22.pdf |
| Official Website | https://sahitya-akademi.gov.in |