Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 30 Clerk, MTS and More Posts
Posted: 01-Sep-2026, 03:04 PM | Updated: 01-Sep-2026, 05:13 PM
Sahitya Akademi has released Recruitment 2026 notification for 30 vacancies across 13 different posts including Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Junior Translation Officer, Stenographer Grade II, Junior Clerk and Multi-Tasking Staff. Eligible candidates can apply through the prescribed offline application form.
The recruitment is being conducted by Sahitya Akademi, an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The application process is offline, and candidates must submit the prescribed application form through Speed Post or Registered Post.
The extended last date for receipt of applications is 21 October 2026. Candidates should check the post-wise eligibility, vacancy details, age limit, selection process and latest official notification before applying.
| Organization | Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters), Ministry of Culture, Government of India |
| Total Vacancy | 30 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
Important Dates
Candidates applying for Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters), Ministry of Culture, Government of India should note the following important dates for this recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Advertisement Date | 22-Aug-2026 |
| Original Last Date | 21-Sep-2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 21-Oct-2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 30 vacancies are available under this recruitment, distributed as shown below:
| Post Name | No. of Vacancy |
|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) | 01 |
| Assistant Editor | 01 |
| Senior Library & Information Assistant | 02 |
| Junior Translation Officer | 01 |
| Technical Assistant | 01 |
| Programme Assistant | 01 |
| Publication Assistant | 05 |
| Proof Reader Cum General Assistant | 02 |
| Stenographer Gr. II | 04 |
| Messenger Cum Rider | 01 |
| Van Driver | 01 |
| Junior Clerk | 04 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 06 |
| Total | 30 |
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for these posts is as follows:
Minimum Age: As per post | Maximum Age: 50 years
Selection Process
The selection process varies by post and may include an interview, written examination and qualifying skill test.
- Deputy Secretary and Assistant Editor: Interview-based selection.
- Level-6 and Level-4 posts: Written examination as prescribed for the respective post.
- Stenographer Grade II: Written examination followed by qualifying shorthand/typing skill test.
- Junior Clerk: Written examination followed by qualifying typing test.
- Messenger Cum Rider / Van Driver: Written examination followed by qualifying driving skill test.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the applicable selection stage.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Sahitya Akademi website.
- Download the prescribed application form for the relevant post.
- Read the eligibility criteria and instructions carefully.
- Fill in the application form correctly.
- Attach the required self-attested photograph and documents.
- Submit a separate application for each post, wherever applicable.
- Superscribe the envelope with the name of the post applied for.
- Send the application by Speed Post or Registered Post only.
- Address the application to: The Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, Rabindra Bhavan, 35 Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi - 110001.
- Ensure the application reaches the Akademi on or before 21 October 2026.
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