Sahitya Akademi Clerk, MTS and More – 30 Posts Recruitment 2026 – 30 Vacancies | Apply Online
Updated: Oct 7, 2026
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📋 Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) – autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India
Place of Posting (by category, where applicable)
Recruitment Notification 2026 | All India
⚡ At a Glance
- Vacancies30 (across 13 designations)
- QualificationAny Graduate, 12TH, 10TH
- Application FeeSee notification
- Last Date21-10-2026
Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) – autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India has released an official recruitment notification for the post of Place of Posting (by category, where applicable). A total of 30 (across 13 designations) vacancies have been announced for this government recruitment 2026. Candidates who have completed Any Graduate, 12TH, 10TH from a recognized university or institution are eligible to apply. The last date to submit the online application is 21-10-2026. Read below for complete details on eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply for this Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) – autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India recruitment.
📋 Recruitment Overview
OrganizationSahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) – autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India
Post NamePlace of Posting (by category, where applicable)
Advertisement No.SA/50/2/2026
Total Vacancies30 (across 13 designations)
SalaryAs Per Norms
Apply Start DateTo Be Announced
Last Date to Apply21-10-2026
Employment TypeRegular / As Per Notification
CategoryGovernment
Apply ModeOnline
LocationAll India
👥 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) | 1 (UR) |
| Assistant Editor | 1 (UR) |
| Senior Library & Information Assistant | 2 (OBC-1, EWS-1) |
| Junior Translation Officer | 1 (UR) |
| Technical Assistant | 1 (OBC) |
| Programme Assistant | 1 (UR) |
| Publication Assistant | 5 (UR-3, SC-1, EWS-1) |
| Proof Reader Cum General Assistant | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| Stenographer Gr. II | 4 (UR-2, OBC-1, EWS-1) |
| Messenger Cum Rider | 1 (UR) |
| Van Driver | 1 (UR) |
| Junior Clerk | 4 (OBC-1, SC-1, ST-1, EWS-1) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 6 (OBC-3, EWS-3 incl. 1 PH) |
| 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). |
| 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. |
| Level-6 | Bachelor in Library Science; 5 years’ experience in a library of standing; good computer knowledge for library applications. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Level-4 | 10+2 or equivalent; 80 w.p.m. shorthand speed with good typing speed in English/Hindi; good computer knowledge. |
| Level-2 | 10+2; valid motor driving licence for two-wheelers/car with 3 years’ experience; knowledge of motor mechanics. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| UR/OBC | ₹1,000 |
| UR/OBC | ₹800 |
| Total | 30 (across 13 designations) |
🎓 Eligibility & Requirements
Educational Qualification
Any Graduate, 12TH, 10TH
Age Limit
Maximum 50 years (uniform across all posts), with relaxation as per Government of India rules
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Ex-Servicemen candidates as per government rules.
📅 Important Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 21-10-2026 |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the recruiting organization.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Career section on the homepage.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for Place of Posting (by category, where applicable). Direct Apply Link.
- If you are a new user, click on New Registration to create your account with a valid email and mobile number.
- Log in with your credentials and fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee through the prescribed online payment mode.
- Review all the details carefully, submit the application, and take a printout for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
📑 Additional Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| 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 October 2026) |
| Pay Level | Level-1 to Level-11 (7th CPC Pay Matrix), depending on post |
| Official Website | https://sahitya-akademi.gov.in |
| S. No. | Post Name |
| 1 | Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) |
| 2 | Assistant Editor |
| 3 | Senior Library & Information Assistant |
| 4 | Junior Translation Officer |
| 5 | Technical Assistant |
| 6 | Programme Assistant |
| 7 | Publication Assistant |
| 8 | Proof Reader Cum General Assistant |
| 9 | Stenographer Gr. II |
| 10 | Messenger Cum Rider |
| 11 | Van Driver |
| 12 | Junior Clerk |
| 13 | Multi-Tasking Staff |
| 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 |
| Level-10 / Level-11 | UR/OBC |
| Sc/St/Women | ₹500 |
| Ews/Pwd | Nil |
| Level-1 To Level-6 | UR/OBC |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.
- Do not pay any money to middlemen or agents for government job applications.
- Keep printed copies of all submitted documents and application receipts.
- Check the official website regularly for updates, corrigendum, and corrections.
- Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification PDF carefully before filling out the application form.
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