Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 – 30 Vacancies

Sahitya Akademi, an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has invited prescribed-format applications for 30 direct-recruitment vacancies across 13 posts.

Latest Update: The official recruitment page was updated on 8 September 2026 with a corrigendum extending the last date for receipt of applications to 21 October 2026.

Application Mode: Applications must be submitted separately for each post through Speed Post or Registered Post. Email applications will not be accepted.

Recruitment Overview

OrganisationSahitya Akademi

Administrative MinistryMinistry of Culture, Government of India

Advertisement NumberSA/50/2/2026

Recruitment MethodDirect recruitment

Total Vacancies30

Number of Posts13 post categories

Application ModeOffline prescribed application form

Posting LocationsNew Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and Chennai

Important Dates

Advertisement Date22 August 2026

Original Closing Date21 September 2026

Corrigendum/Website Update8 September 2026

Extended Last Date21 October 2026

Vacancy Details

Deputy Secretary (General Administration)1 UR vacancy — New Delhi

Assistant Editor1 UR vacancy — New Delhi

Senior Library and Information Assistant2 vacancies: 1 OBC at Mumbai and 1 EWS at Kolkata

Junior Translation Officer1 UR vacancy — New Delhi

Technical Assistant1 OBC vacancy — New Delhi

Programme Assistant1 UR vacancy — Bengaluru

Publication Assistant5 vacancies: 3 UR, 1 SC and 1 EWS — New Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru

Proof Reader-cum-General Assistant2 vacancies: 1 UR at Kolkata and 1 OBC at Mumbai

Stenographer Grade II4 vacancies: 2 UR, 1 OBC and 1 EWS — New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Mumbai

Messenger-cum-Rider1 UR vacancy — New Delhi

Van Driver1 UR vacancy — New Delhi

Junior Clerk4 vacancies: 1 OBC, 1 SC, 1 ST and 1 EWS — Chennai, New Delhi and Mumbai

Multi-Tasking Staff6 vacancies: 3 OBC and 3 EWS, including one PwD-marked posting — New Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru and Kolkata

Salary and Pay Level

Deputy SecretaryLevel 11: ₹67,700–₹2,08,700

Assistant EditorLevel 10: ₹56,100–₹1,77,500

Level 6 Posts₹35,400–₹1,12,400

Level 4 Posts₹25,500–₹81,100

Level 2 Posts₹19,900–₹63,200

Multi-Tasking StaffLevel 1: ₹18,000–₹56,900

Age Limit

Maximum Age50 years for all notified posts

Age, educational qualifications and experience must be satisfied as of the closing date. Relaxation is available according to Government of India rules.

Qualification and Experience

Deputy Secretary Master’s degree in a language with at least 55% marks, or an MBA/Master’s in Public Administration with at least 55%, plus seven years’ prescribed Level-10 administrative experience and experience organising literary or cultural activities.

Assistant Editor Postgraduate degree in a language or literature recognised by the Akademi; knowledge of English or Hindi and Indian languages; five years’ experience in copy-editing literary and scholarly manuscripts; basic computer knowledge.

Senior Library and Information Assistant Bachelor’s degree in Library Science, five years’ experience in a library of standing and good knowledge of library computer applications.

Junior Translation Officer Prescribed Hindi-English degree or postgraduate qualification, including an applicable translation diploma where required, plus three years’ literary translation experience in Central/State Government or an autonomous organisation.

Technical Assistant Graduate qualification, Diploma in Book Publishing, five years’ relevant printing or publishing experience, knowledge of book-production processes, Indian languages and computer applications.

Programme Assistant Recognised graduate qualification and five years’ experience in a literary, academic or government organisation or publishing house, with meeting-organisation, literary-material and computer skills.

Publication Assistant Graduate qualification with Diploma in Printing, or five years’ relevant printing or publishing experience, together with knowledge of printing, book publication and computer applications.

Proof Reader-cum-General Assistant Graduate qualification with Hindi or English as a subject, proficiency and proof-reading ability in Hindi or English, and basic computer knowledge.

Stenographer Grade II 10+2 qualification, shorthand speed of 80 words per minute, good English or Hindi typing speed and knowledge of computer applications.

Messenger-cum-Rider 10+2 qualification, valid two-wheeler/car driving licence, three years’ driving experience and knowledge of motor mechanics.

Van Driver Class 10 or 10+2 qualification, valid light- and heavy-vehicle driving licence, minor automobile-repair knowledge and three years’ driving experience.

Junior Clerk 10+2 qualification, computer knowledge and net typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi.

Multi-Tasking Staff Class 10, 10+2 or ITI-equivalent qualification, multi-skilling ability and basic computer knowledge.

Candidates must read the complete eligibility PDF because each post carries separate essential and desirable qualifications, experience conditions and place-of-posting details.

Application Fee

Level 10 and Level 11 Posts

UR and OBC₹1,000

SC, ST and Women₹500

EWS and PwDNo fee

Level 1 to Level 6 Posts

UR and OBC₹800

SC, ST and Women₹500

EWS and PwDNo fee

The fee must be paid by Demand Draft in favour of “Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.” A separate fee and application are required for every post applied for. Fees are non-refundable and non-adjustable.

Selection Process

• Scrutiny and shortlisting of eligible applications.
• Interview for Deputy Secretary and Assistant Editor.
• Written examination for the remaining posts.
• Qualifying stenography skill test for shortlisted Stenographer candidates.
• Qualifying typing test for shortlisted Junior Clerk candidates.
• Driving skill test for shortlisted Messenger-cum-Rider and Van Driver candidates.
• Document and eligibility verification.

No travelling or daily allowance will be paid for attending the written test, skill test or interview.

Exam Pattern

Level 4 and Level 6 Written Tests

• Part I: Objective examination carrying 50 marks.
• General Studies/General Knowledge: 30 questions.
• Hindi, English, Computer and Quantitative Aptitude: five questions each.
• Part II: Post-specific descriptive examination carrying 50 marks.
• Total: 100 marks and two hours.
• No negative marking.

Level 1 and Level 2 Written Tests

• Part I: Objective examination carrying 60 marks.
• General Studies/General Knowledge: 40 questions.
• Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer and Quantitative Aptitude: five questions each.
• Part II: Descriptive examination carrying 40 marks.
• Total: 100 marks and two hours.
• No negative marking.

The descriptive subject varies by post. Candidates must check the official eligibility document for the exact post-wise syllabus.

Documents Required

• Completed and signed prescribed application form.
• Recent self-attested passport-size photograph.
• Self-attested proof of date of birth.
• Educational and professional qualification certificates and marksheets.
• Experience certificates supporting every claimed period.
• Computer, printing, publishing, translation or library qualification records, as applicable.
• Valid driving licence for driver posts.
• SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD or Ex-Servicemen certificate, as applicable.
• Demand Draft for the applicable application fee.
• No-objection certificate for applicants employed by Government, autonomous bodies or PSUs.
• Last five years’ APARs, integrity certificate and vigilance clearance where prescribed for senior serving candidates.

How to Apply Offline

1. Download the official recruitment notice, corrigendum and detailed eligibility criteria.
2. Confirm eligibility, reservation category and posting location for the selected post.
3. Download the correct prescribed application form.
4. Complete every applicable field and write “NA” where a field does not apply.
5. Affix a recent self-attested passport-size photograph.
6. Attach self-attested copies of the required certificates.
7. Prepare the applicable Demand Draft in favour of the Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.
8. Submit a separate application and fee when applying for more than one post.
9. Write “Application for the post of ______” clearly on the envelope.
10. Send the application by Speed Post or Registered Post to the address below so it reaches the Akademi by 21 October 2026.

Application Address:
The Secretary,
Sahitya Akademi,
Rabindra Bhavan,
35 Ferozeshah Road,
New Delhi – 110001

Important Links

Download Official Recruitment Notice Download Official Deadline Corrigendum Download Detailed Eligibility and Exam Pattern Download Deputy Secretary Application Form Download Assistant Editor Application Form Download Application Form for Other Posts Open Official Recruitment Page

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are notified?

Sahitya Akademi has notified 30 vacancies across 13 post categories.

What is the extended application deadline?

The official recruitment page and corrigendum show the extended deadline as 21 October 2026.

Can applications be submitted online?

No. Candidates must apply in the prescribed format through Speed Post or Registered Post.

What is the maximum age?

The notified maximum age is 50 years, with relaxation under Government of India rules.

Are Class 10 candidates eligible?

Yes. Class 10, 10+2 or ITI-equivalent candidates may apply for Multi-Tasking Staff, subject to the complete eligibility conditions.

Is a separate application required for each post?

Yes. Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit separate forms and separate applicable fees.

How should the application fee be paid?

The applicable fee must be paid through a Demand Draft drawn in favour of the Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.