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Recruiting authoritySahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India
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  • Updated October 13, 2026 06:26 PM
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  • Applications closed on 12 October 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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  • Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has cancelled the Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 notification (Advertisement No. 50/2/2026, dated 22 August 2026) for 30 vacancies across 13 designations due to administrative reasons. The cancelled recruitment included posts such as Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Junior Translation Officer, Stenographer, Junior Clerk, and Multi-Tasking Staff. Candidates can check the latest cancellation notice and updates on the official website, sahitya-akademi.gov.in.
  • Cancellation Notice
  • Sahitya Akademi Fee and Extended PDF Notification 2026
  • Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
  • Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria Notification
  • Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Application Form: Deputy Secretary | Assistant Editor | Others

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationSahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) - autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India
Advertisement No.50/2/2026 (also referenced as SA/50/2/2026)
Date of Advertisement22 August 2026
Total Posts30 (across 13 designations)
Recruitment ModeDirect recruitment
Application ModeOffline - by Speed Post / Registered Post only
Application WindowWithin 30 days of publication of the advertisement in Employment News (last date stated as 21 October 2026)
Age LimitMaximum 50 years (uniform across all posts), with relaxation as per Government of India rules
Pay LevelLevel-1 to Level-11 (7th CPC Pay Matrix), depending on post
Job LocationsHead Office (New Delhi), Regional Offices (Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru), Sub-Office (Chennai)
Official Websitehttps://sahitya-akademi.gov.in

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

  • Date of Advertisement: 22 August 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 21 October 2026 (Extended) (within 30 days of publication of the advertisement in Employment News)

Sahitya Akademi Vacancy 2026 - Post Details

S. No.Post NameNo. of Posts
1Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)1 (UR)
2Assistant Editor1 (UR)
3Senior Library & Information Assistant2 (OBC-1, EWS-1)
4Junior Translation Officer1 (UR)
5Technical Assistant1 (OBC)
6Programme Assistant1 (UR)
7Publication Assistant5 (UR-3, SC-1, EWS-1)
8Proof Reader Cum General Assistant2 (UR-1, OBC-1)
9Stenographer Gr. II4 (UR-2, OBC-1, EWS-1)
10Messenger Cum Rider1 (UR)
11Van Driver1 (UR)
12Junior Clerk4 (OBC-1, SC-1, ST-1, EWS-1)
13Multi-Tasking Staff6 (OBC-3, EWS-3 incl. 1 PH)
Post NamePlace of Posting (by category, where applicable)
Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)Head Office, New Delhi
Assistant EditorHead Office, New Delhi
Senior Library & Information AssistantOBC-1: Regional Office, Mumbai; EWS-1: Regional Office, Kolkata
Junior Translation OfficerHead Office, New Delhi
Technical AssistantHead Office, New Delhi
Programme AssistantRegional Office, Bengaluru
Publication AssistantUR-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 AssistantUR-1: Regional Office, Kolkata; OBC-1: Regional Office, Mumbai
Stenographer Gr. IIUR-2: 1-Regional Office Bengaluru, 1-Regional Office Kolkata; OBC-1: Head Office, New Delhi; EWS-1: Regional Office, Mumbai
Messenger Cum RiderHead Office, New Delhi
Van DriverHead Office, New Delhi
Junior ClerkOBC-1: Sub-Office, Chennai; SC-1 & ST-1: Head Office, New Delhi; EWS-1: Regional Office, Mumbai
Multi-Tasking StaffOBC-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
  • A total of 30 posts are to be filled across 13 designations, with category-wise breakup as shown below.
  • Total: 30 posts. The Akademi has reserved the right to vary the number of posts advertised, and to fill or not fill any post(s), if circumstances so warrant.
  • Post-wise place of posting (which varies by category for several posts) is given below:
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Sahitya Akademi Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Post NamePay LevelEssential Qualification & Experience (summary)
Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)Level-11Master'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).
Assistant EditorLevel-10Post-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.
Senior Library & Information AssistantLevel-6Bachelor in Library Science; 5 years' experience in a library of standing; good computer knowledge for library applications.
Junior Translation OfficerLevel-6Graduate/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.
Technical AssistantLevel-6Graduate/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.
Programme AssistantLevel-6Graduate/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.
Publication AssistantLevel-6Graduate/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.
Proof Reader Cum General AssistantLevel-4Graduate/equivalent with Hindi/English as a subject; ability to read proofs in English/Hindi; proficiency in English/Hindi; basic computer knowledge.
Stenographer Gr. IILevel-410+2 or equivalent; 80 w.p.m. shorthand speed with good typing speed in English/Hindi; good computer knowledge.
Messenger Cum RiderLevel-210+2; valid motor driving licence for two-wheelers/car with 3 years' experience; knowledge of motor mechanics.
Van DriverLevel-210th or 10+2; valid driving licence for light and heavy vehicles; knowledge of minor automobile repairs; 3 years' motor-driving experience; polite behaviour.
Junior ClerkLevel-210+2; net typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi; knowledge of computer applications.
Multi-Tasking StaffLevel-110th/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.
  • Each post also carries additional "Desirable" (preferred, not mandatory) qualifications specified in the official notification - such as research/doctoral degrees, knowledge of additional Indian languages, or general knowledge of Indian literature - which candidates should review in full before applying. All educational qualifications, age, and experience must be fulfilled as on the closing date of application.

Sahitya Akademi Salary

  • Pay is as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ranging from Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900) for Multi-Tasking Staff to Level-11 (₹67,700–2,08,700) for Deputy Secretary. See the Eligibility table above for the pay level of each post.

Sahitya Akademi Application Fee

Pay LevelCategoryFee
Level-10 / Level-11UR/OBC₹1,000
SC/ST/Women₹500
EWS/PwDNil
Level-1 to Level-6UR/OBC₹800
SC/ST/Women₹500
EWS/PwDNil
  • In continuation of the notification dated 22 August 2026 inviting applications for various posts in Sahitya Akademi, it is hereby inform that the application fee prescribed therein stand withdrawn.

Sahitya Akademi Age Limit

  • Maximum age: 50 years for all 13 posts
  • Age relaxation: as per Government of India rules
  • Age (along with qualification and experience) is assessed as on the closing date of application
  • Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.

Sahitya Akademi Selection Process

  • Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) and Assistant Editor: Selection is based purely on performance in the interview (no written test specified).
  • Level-6 posts (Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, Programme Assistant, Publication Assistant): Written test of 100 marks - Part-I objective (50 marks: 30 questions GS/GK + 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer, Quantitative Aptitude; 1 mark per correct answer, no negative marking) and Part-II descriptive (50 marks, post-specific - e.g. Library Science, Translation, Publication/Printing). Duration: 2 hours.
  • Level-4 posts (Proof Reader Cum General Assistant, Stenographer Gr. II): Same 100-mark, 2-part written test structure as Level-6 posts, with post-specific Part-II content (Editing/Proof Reading, or Essay/Letter/Comprehension for Stenographer). Stenographer Gr. II candidates are additionally shortlisted for a qualifying skill test (80 w.p.m. shorthand + typing speed).
  • Level-1 and Level-2 posts (Messenger Cum Rider, Van Driver, Junior Clerk, Multi-Tasking Staff): Written test of 100 marks - Part-I objective (60 marks: 40 GS/GK + 5 each from Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer, Quantitative Aptitude; no negative marking) and Part-II descriptive (40 marks: Essay, Letter, English Comprehension, Notice/Advertisement, 10 marks each). Duration: 2 hours. Messenger Cum Rider and Van Driver candidates additionally undergo a qualifying driving skill test; Junior Clerk candidates undergo a qualifying typing test (35 w.p.m. English / 30 w.p.m. Hindi).
  • Where a departmental candidate is selected for Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, or Publication Assistant, it is treated as a promotion by selection.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the written examination/skill test/interview; no interim correspondence will be entertained.

How to Apply for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026

  • Download the prescribed application format from the Akademi's website: https://sahitya-akademi.gov.in.
  • Fill the application giving full details, and attach a recent self-attested passport-size photograph along with self-attested copies of all required documents.
  • Submit a separate application form for each post applied for (applying more than once for the same post may lead to cancellation of candidature).
  • Superscribe the envelope "Application for the post of ________" (naming the specific post).
  • Send the application by Speed Post or Registered Post only, addressed to: The Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, Rabindra Bhavan, 35 Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi-110001.
  • Ensure the application reaches within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News (last date: 21 October 2026). Applications sent by email, or incomplete, unsigned, undocumented, or late applications, will be rejected.

Sahitya Akademi Documents Required

  • Recent self-attested passport-size photograph
  • Self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates
  • Self-attested experience certificates
  • Self-attested category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen, as applicable) in the prescribed Government of India format - OBC certificates must specifically state the candidate does not belong to the creamy layer
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC), for candidates currently serving in Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies, or PSUs (or they may apply through proper channel)
  • For candidates serving at Level-10 (₹56,100–1,77,500) and above: last five years' ACRs/APARs, an integrity certificate, and vigilance clearance from the current employer

Sahitya Akademi Important Instructions

  • Applications must be submitted only in the prescribed format available on the Akademi's website; applications without this format, or without self-attested copies of educational documents, experience, and caste certificates, will be liable to rejection.
  • Candidates are responsible for assessing their own eligibility for the post; furnishing false, tampered, or fabricated information, or suppressing material information, will lead to cancellation of candidature/appointment at any stage - even after appointment - without further notice.
  • The number of posts advertised may vary, and the Akademi reserves the right to fill or not fill any advertised post(s).
  • Candidates should apply early to avoid last-minute rush; the Akademi is not responsible for postal or courier delays.
  • Any addendum or corrigendum will be posted only on the Akademi's website (https://sahitya-akademi.gov.in).
  • Candidates called for written test/skill test/interview must attend at their own expense; no TA/DA will be paid.
  • The Akademi reserves the right to fix additional shortlisting criteria if a large number of applications are received for any post.
  • The selected incumbent is liable to be transferred to any office of the Akademi located in India.
  • If any inadvertent mistake in the selection process is detected at any stage, even after issue of the appointment letter, the Akademi reserves the right to modify/cancel/withdraw any communication made to the candidate.
  • The qualifications prescribed are as per Sahitya Akademi rules, pending approval of the Ministry.
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Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Important Links

  • Cancellation Notice: Click Here
  • Fee & Extended PDF: Click Here
  • Application Form: Deputy Secretary | Assistant Editor | Others
  • Eligibility Criteria Notification PDF: Click here
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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.

Q4. What is the educational qualification for Sahitya Akademi posts?

  • It varies by post — from 10th/10+2 for Multi-Tasking Staff and Junior Clerk to a Master's degree with relevant experience for Deputy Secretary. See the Eligibility section for post-wise details.

Q5. What is the age limit for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?

  • The maximum age is 50 years for all posts, with relaxation as per Government of India rules.

Q7. What is the selection process for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?

  • It varies by post: interview only for Deputy Secretary and Assistant Editor; a two-part written test (objective + descriptive) for other posts, followed by a qualifying skill test (stenography, typing, or driving) for some posts.
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