Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 – Last Date Extended, Apply Offline for 30 Posts

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026: Sahitya Akademi has released the official recruitment notification for 30 vacancies across various posts including Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Junior Translation Officer, Stenographer Grade II, Junior Clerk, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), and other positions. The recruitment is being conducted on a direct recruitment basis.

Eligible candidates can apply through the prescribed offline application form. The Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 application process started with the publication of the advertisement dated 22 August 2026, and the last date to submit the application has been extended to 21 October 2026.

Candidates interested in Sahitya Akademi jobs should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, experience, age limit, salary, selection process, and application procedure before submitting their applications.

• Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Last Date: 21 October 2026
• Total Vacancies: 30 Posts
• Application Mode: Offline
• Official Website: sahitya-akademi.gov.in

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The educational qualification and experience requirements vary considerably from one post to another. Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification and experience on or before the closing date of application.

Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)

• Master’s Degree in a language with at least 55% marks, or Master’s Degree in Business/Public Administration with at least 55% marks.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in an appropriate administrative post at the prescribed level.
• Experience in organizing literary activities, programmes, seminars, conferences or festivals is required.
• Candidates must satisfy the integrity and other conditions prescribed in the notification.

Assistant Editor

• Postgraduate degree in a recognized language/literature.
• Good knowledge of English/Hindi and one or more Indian regional languages.
• At least 5 years of experience in copy-editing literary or scholarly manuscripts.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Senior Library & Information Assistant

• Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science.
• At least 5 years of experience in a library of standing.
• Knowledge of computer applications used in libraries.

Junior Translation Officer

• Relevant Graduate/Master’s qualification with Hindi/English as prescribed in the notification.
• Translation qualification/certificate wherever applicable.
• Relevant experience in literary translation, particularly Hindi-English or English-Hindi.

Technical Assistant

• Graduate degree or equivalent.
• Diploma in Book Publishing.
• Relevant experience in a printing press, publishing house or government undertaking.
• Knowledge of printing and book publication processes.

Programme Assistant

• Graduate degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Relevant experience in literary, academic, government or publishing organizations.
• Ability to organize meetings, conferences and literary programmes.
• Computer knowledge.

Publication Assistant

• Graduate degree or equivalent.
• Diploma in Printing or relevant experience in printing/publication.
• Knowledge of printing and book publication procedures.

Proof Reader Cum General Assistant

• Graduate degree or equivalent.
• Hindi/English as a subject as prescribed.
• Ability to read and correct proofs in Hindi and English.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Stenographer Grade II

• 10+2 or equivalent.
• Shorthand speed of 80 words per minute.
• Good typing speed in English/Hindi.
• Computer knowledge.

Messenger Cum Rider

• 10+2 or equivalent.
• Valid driving licence for the required vehicle.
• At least 3 years of relevant driving experience.
• Knowledge of basic motor mechanics.

Van Driver

• 10th/10+2 as prescribed.
• Valid driving licence for light and heavy vehicles.
• At least 3 years of driving experience.
• Knowledge of minor automobile repairs.

Junior Clerk

• 10+2 or equivalent.
• Typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

• 10th/10+2 or ITI equivalent as prescribed.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to perform multiple duties assigned to Level-1 staff.

Sahitya Akademi Age Limit 2026

• The maximum age limit is 50 years as prescribed for the advertised posts, subject to the post-specific conditions and Government of India rules.
• Age, educational qualification and experience will be considered as prescribed in the official recruitment notification and as applicable on the closing date of application.

Age Relaxation

• Age relaxation is applicable to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories as per the prevailing Government of India rules.
• Candidates should check the official notification for the exact age-relaxation provisions applicable to their category and post.

Sahitya Akademi Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive salary according to the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.

The advertised posts fall under Pay Level 1 to Pay Level 11.

In addition to basic pay, selected employees may receive applicable allowances and benefits according to Sahitya Akademi rules.

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The application fee prescribed in the original notification has been withdrawn.

Therefore, candidates should carefully follow the latest notification/corrigendum regarding the application fee and should not pay the previously prescribed fee.

Sahitya Akademi Selection Process 2026

The selection process depends on the post and pay level. Candidates may be required to appear for a written examination, skill test, driving test, typing test or interview, as applicable.

For Deputy Secretary and Assistant Editor

Selection is based on interview performance, subject to the conditions and shortlisting criteria prescribed by Sahitya Akademi.

For Level-6 Posts

The written examination consists of 100 marks:

• Part I – Objective: 50 marks
• Part II – Descriptive: 50 marks
• Examination duration: 2 hours
• No negative marking as prescribed

The descriptive section will be related to the particular post, such as Library Science, Translation, Publication or Printing.

For Level-4 Posts

The written examination consists of:

• Part I – Objective questions
• Part II – Descriptive questions
• Total: 100 marks
• Duration: 2 hours

Stenographer Grade II candidates who qualify the written examination may also be required to appear for the prescribed stenography/typing skill test.

For Level-1 and Level-2 Posts

The written examination consists of 100 marks:

• Part I – Objective: 60 marks
• Part II – Descriptive: 40 marks
• Duration: 2 hours
• No negative marking as prescribed

Additional qualifying tests may include:

• Driving Skill Test: Messenger Cum Rider and Van Driver
• Typing Test: Junior Clerk

The final selection will be made according to the applicable recruitment rules and post-specific selection criteria.

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Job Locations

The selected candidates may be posted at different offices of Sahitya Akademi, including:

• Head Office – New Delhi
• Regional Office – Mumbai
• Regional Office – Kolkata
• Regional Office – Bengaluru
• Sub-Office – Chennai

The exact place of posting depends upon the post and category-wise vacancy.

How to Apply for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates have to submit the application offline in the prescribed format.
Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the official Sahitya Akademi website.
2. Open the Recruitment/Vacancy section.
3. Download the official recruitment notification and prescribed application form.
4. Read the eligibility conditions carefully.
5. Fill in the application form using the required details.
6. Paste a recent passport-size photograph in the prescribed space.
7. Attach self-attested copies of educational qualification and experience certificates.
8. Attach the applicable category certificate, if required.
9. Government/PSU/autonomous-body employees should submit the required NOC/proper-channel documents.
10. Check the application form carefully before signing it.
11. Put the completed application in an envelope.
12. Superscribe the envelope with “Application for the post of __”.
13. Send the application through Speed Post or Registered Post.
14. Ensure that the application reaches the prescribed address before the last date.

Postal Address

The Secretary
Sahitya Akademi
Rabindra Bhavan
35, Ferozeshah Road
New Delhi – 110001

Note: Applications sent through email, incomplete applications, unsigned applications or applications received after the prescribed deadline may be rejected.

Documents Required for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Educational qualification certificates
• Mark sheets
• Experience certificates
• Category certificate, if applicable
• PwD certificate, if applicable
• Ex-Servicemen documents, where applicable
• NOC/proper-channel certificate for serving candidates
• Other documents specified for the particular post

Candidates applying for senior-level posts may also be required to submit documents such as ACR/APAR records, integrity certificate and vigilance clearance, as applicable.

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Apply only in the prescribed application format.
• Submit a separate application for each post if applying for multiple posts.
• Make sure all eligibility requirements are fulfilled before applying.
• Educational qualification and experience must satisfy the conditions specified in the notification.
• All photocopies should be self-attested wherever required.
• Applications should be sent only through Speed Post or Registered Post.
• Sahitya Akademi will not be responsible for postal delays.
• Candidates may be required to attend tests/interviews at their own expense.
• The Akademi may introduce additional shortlisting criteria if a large number of applications are received.
• Selected candidates may be transferred to any office of Sahitya Akademi in India.
• Candidates should regularly check the official website for corrigenda, examination updates and other notices.

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Fee Withdrawal & Extended Date Corrigendum PDF [Click Here]

Application Form – Deputy Secretary [Download Form]

Application Form – Assistant Editor [Download Form]

Application Form – Other Posts [Download Form]

Eligibility Criteria Notification PDF [Click Here]

Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF [Click Here]

Employment News Notification [Click Here]

Sahitya Akademi Official Website [Visit Official Website]