Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 30 Clerk, MTS and More Posts 2 hours ago

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to this recruitment to avoid missing any deadline. The schedule mentioned below is based on official information and may be updated from time to time.

Sahitya Akademi Vacancy 2026 - Post Details

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:

Sahitya Akademi Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

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

Here is the complete information about Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.

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 to your exact age instantly.

Sahitya Akademi Selection Process

The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026. But we are giving you here the short summary of the selection procedure. The candidates are advised to refer to official notification for selection procedure.

Selection Procedure:

• Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.): Selection based on performance in Interview. Tenure of 5 years with possibility of reappointment for a second term.

• Assistant Editor: Selection based on performance in Interview.

• Senior Library & Information Assistant: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 50 marks – GS/GK, Hindi, English, Computer, Quantitative Aptitude; Part-II Descriptive 50 marks in Library Science; Duration: 2 hours). Departmental candidates selected will be treated as promotion by selection.

• Junior Translation Officer: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 50 marks; Part-II Descriptive 50 marks on Translation and Language Proficiency; Duration: 2 hours). Departmental candidates selected will be treated as promotion by selection.

• Technical Assistant: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 50 marks; Part-II Descriptive 50 marks from Publication, Book Production & Printing; Duration: 2 hours). Departmental candidates selected will be treated as promotion by selection.

• Programme Assistant: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 50 marks; Part-II Descriptive 50 marks from Publication, Printing and Programme; Duration: 2 hours).

• Publication Assistant: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 50 marks; Part-II Descriptive 50 marks from Publication and Printing; Duration: 2 hours). Departmental candidates selected will be treated as promotion by selection.

• Proof Reader Cum General Assistant: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 50 marks; Part-II Descriptive 50 marks from Editing and Proof Reading; Duration: 2 hours).

• Stenographer Gr. II: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 50 marks; Part-II Descriptive 50 marks – Essay, Letter, English Comprehension, Notice/Advertisement; Duration: 2 hours) followed by Skill Test in Stenography (80 w.p.m. shorthand; qualifying in nature).

• Messenger Cum Rider: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 60 marks; Part-II Descriptive 40 marks; Duration: 2 hours) followed by Skill Test in Driving (qualifying in nature).

• Van Driver: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 60 marks; Part-II Descriptive 40 marks; Duration: 2 hours) followed by Skill Test in Driving (qualifying in nature).

• Junior Clerk: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 60 marks; Part-II Descriptive 40 marks; Duration: 2 hours) followed by Typing Test (35 w.p.m. in English / 30 w.p.m. in Hindi; qualifying in nature).

• Multi-Tasking Staff: Written Test (100 marks: Part-I Objective 60 marks; Part-II Descriptive 40 marks; Duration: 2 hours).

  How to Apply for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026

  Here is the complete procedure to apply for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026. The candidates should read the complete procedure to apply in the official notification from the links given below.

  The application procedure for is not fully online. Candidates are advised to follow the detailed instructions given below.

  1. Download the prescribed application form from the Akademi’s website: http://www.sahitya-akademi.gov.in

  2. Fill in the application form with full details and attach a recent self-attested passport size photograph.

  3. Enclose self-attested copies of all required documents (educational qualifications, experience, caste certificate, etc.).

  4. Pay the application fee through Demand Draft in favour of Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.

  5. Superscribe the envelope with “Application for the post of _________”.

  6. Send the application by speed-post/registered post to: The Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, Rabindra Bhavan, 35 Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi-110001.

  7. Applications must be submitted within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News.

  8. A separate application form must be submitted for each post along with separate application fee.

  9. Candidates working in Central/State Govt./Autonomous bodies/PSUs should apply through proper channel or produce NOC.

  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

  • Demand Draft for the applicable application fee, in favour of "Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi"

  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.

  Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Important Links

  • Application Form: Deputy Secretary | Assistant Editor | Others

  • Eligibility Criteria Notification PDF: Click here

  • Official Notification PDF: Click here

  • Official Website: Click here