Kathak Kendra Recruitment 2026: 15 Posts (Kathak Guru, Prashikshak & Musicians) – Apply Offline

Notice information

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Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

• Note: Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates and for those already in service under Central/State Government, Public Sector Undertakings, or autonomous organizations.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Kathak Guru: Post Diploma Course from Kathak Kendra with minimum 7 years teaching experience, OR Diploma (Hons.) with 10 years experience, OR equivalent qualification approved by the Advisory Committee. Qualification may be waived for candidates performing/teaching strictly in conformity with tradition for at least 10 years. Desirable: Passed Senior Secondary Examination (Class XII). Age 35–50 years.
• Varistha Kathak Prashikshak: Post Diploma Course from Kathak Kendra with minimum 5 years teaching experience, OR Diploma (Hons.) with 8 years experience, OR equivalent qualification approved by the Advisory Committee. May be waived for candidates with at least 8 years of traditional performance/teaching. Desirable: Passed SSLC Examination (Class X). Age 35–45 years.
• Kathak Prashikshak: Post Diploma from Kathak Kendra with minimum 3 years teaching experience, OR Diploma (Hons.) with 5 years experience, OR equivalent qualification approved by the Advisory Committee. May be waived for candidates with at least 5 years of traditional performance/teaching. Desirable: Passed SSLC Examination (Class X). Age 30–40 years.
• Tabla / Pakhawaj Prashikshak: Graduate Degree in Tabla/Pakhawaj from a recognized university with minimum 5 years teaching experience, OR equivalent qualification approved by the Advisory Committee. Alternatively, candidates with at least 8 years of traditional performance/teaching may be considered. Desirable: Passed Senior Secondary Examination (Class XII). Age 35–45 years.
• Tabla Vadak / Sarangi Vadak Grade-III: Training in Tabla/Sarangi playing from a recognized institution/university with 5 years stage experience providing accompaniment to eminent performing artists, OR equivalent qualification approved by the Advisory Committee with 10 years stage experience. Desirable: Passed SSLC Examination (Class X). Age 25–35 years.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection will be conducted through an interview / audition by a duly constituted Selection Committee, with recommendations processed through the Advisory Committee.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview at Kathak Kendra, New Delhi. Details will be communicated separately to eligible applicants.
• Unemployed outstation SC/ST candidates called for interview will be paid IInd class train/bus fare of the shortest route as per rules.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates belonging to General, OBC, or other categories.
• Kathak Kendra reserves the right to reject any or all applications, cancel the proceedings, or amend the recruitment at any stage without assigning any reason.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Detailed Bio-Data / Curriculum Vitae
• Attested photocopies of all marksheets and educational/professional certificates
• Pendrive or online performance link demonstrating artistic competence
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in prescribed format for SC/ST/OBC candidates (if applicable)
• Experience / Teaching certificates on official letterhead (if applicable)
• Instructions: Applications must be sent by post/courier in a sealed envelope to The Director, Kathak Kendra, 2, San Martin Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021, clearly mentioning the name of the post applied for on the envelope. Last date for receiving the application at the Kendra's office is 07 December 2026.
• For detailed eligibility, prescribed application form, and other information, visit the official website: www.kathakkendra.in. Download Kathak Kendra Regular Basis Recruitment Official Notification PDF.

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