Deputy & Regional Secretary Recruitment 2026
Offline applications invited for three direct-recruitment posts.
Total Vacancies
3 Posts
Pay Scale
Level 11
Last Date
3 August 2026
Eligibility Addendum Issued
The initially uploaded eligibility PDF was incorrect. Applicants must use the revised eligibility PDF linked below.
Offline Application Deadline
The prescribed application must reach Sahitya Akademi by 3 August 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Organisation | Sahitya Akademi, National Academy of Letters |
| Advertisement No. | SA/50/1/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 03 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct recruitment |
| Reservation | All three posts are unreserved |
| Application Mode | Speed post or registered post |
| Application Fee | No application fee is mentioned in the official notification |
Post-Wise Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Location | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General) | 02 UR | Head Office, New Delhi | Level 11: ₹67,700–2,08,700 |
| Regional Secretary | 01 UR | Regional Office, Mumbai | Level 11: ₹67,700–2,08,700 |
| Total | 03 | New Delhi and Mumbai | Level 11 |
Qualification and Experience
| Post | Essential Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General) | Postgraduate degree in a language recognised by the Akademi or equivalent, basic computer knowledge and five years’ relevant experience in publication, literary programmes or book sales and marketing, as detailed in the revised eligibility PDF. |
| Regional Secretary | Postgraduate degree in a language recognised by the Akademi; five years’ relevant experience; knowledge of Indian literature, English and at least one regional language; office administration, government rules, accounts and computer knowledge. |
Candidates must read the corrected eligibility PDF for the complete experience routes and desirable qualifications.
Age Limit and Selection
| Maximum Age | 50 years for both posts |
| Age Calculation | As on the closing date of application |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules |
| Selection Process | Interview; a written examination may be held when a large number of applications is received |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 4 July 2026 |
| Addendum Date | 7 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 3 August 2026 |
Documents to Attach
- Completed and signed prescribed application form.
- Recent self-attested passport-size photograph.
- Self-attested educational and experience certificates.
- Category certificate, when applicable.
- NOC for candidates working in government, autonomous bodies or PSUs.
- Last five years’ APARs, integrity certificate and vigilance clearance from the current employer.
How to Apply
- Download the corrected eligibility notice and the application form for the required post.
- Complete and sign the form and attach the required self-attested documents.
- Write “Application for the post of __________” on the envelope.
- Send the application by speed post or registered post so that it reaches the Secretary by 3 August 2026.
A separate form is required for each post. Applications submitted by email will not be accepted.
Application Address and Contact
The Secretary,
Sahitya Akademi,
Rabindra Bhavan,
35 Ferozeshah Road,
New Delhi – 110001.
| Head Office Phone | 011-23386626 / 23386627 / 23386628 |
| Official Email | secretary@sahitya-akademi.gov.in |
The email is for official contact only. Recruitment applications must be sent by post.
Important Official Links
Important:
Use only the corrected eligibility PDF issued after the 7 July addendum. Incomplete, unsigned, emailed or late applications are liable to be rejected.
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