Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 | Apply for 30 Various Posts @ sahitya-akademi.gov.in
Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has released the official notification for the recruitment of various posts on direct recruitment basis. The Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 notification (Adv. No. SA/50/2/2026) has been released for a total of 30 vacancies including Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, Programme Assistant, Publication Assistant, Proof Reader, Stenographer, and other posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Sahitya Akademi website. The last date to submit the application is 21 September 2026.
This is a great opportunity for candidates aspiring to work in India's premier literary institution, which preserves and promotes literature in 24 Indian languages through awards, fellowships, publications, and literary programmes.
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About Sahitya Akademi
Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) is India's premier literary institution, established as an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The Akademi is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of literature in 24 Indian languages recognized by it. It carries out its mission through Awards, Fellowships, Grants, Publications, Literary Programmes, Workshops, and Exhibitions. The Akademi also undertakes literary exchange programmes with various countries across the globe to promote Indian literature beyond the shores of India. Headquartered in New Delhi, Sahitya Akademi has regional offices in Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and sub-offices in Chennai and other locations.
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Recruitment Highlights
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters) |
| Advt. No. | SA/50/2/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Application Mode | Online (Prescribed Proforma) |
| Job Location | New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Chennai |
| Official Website | www.sahitya-akademi.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| S.No | Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Location |
| 1 | Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) | 01 (UR) | Level-11 (₹67,700-2,08,700) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| 2 | Assistant Editor | 01 (UR) | Level-10 (₹56,100-1,77,500) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| 3 | Senior Library & Information Assistant | 02 (01-OBC, 01-EWS) | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) | Mumbai, Kolkata |
| 4 | Junior Translation Officer | 01 (UR) | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| 5 | Technical Assistant | 01 (OBC) | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| 6 | Programme Assistant | 01 (UR) | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) | Regional Office, Bengaluru |
| 7 | Publication Assistant | 05 (03-UR, 01-SC, 01-EWS) | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) | New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru |
| 8 | Proof Reader Cum General Assistant | 02 (01-UR, 01-OBC) | Level-4 (₹25,500-81,100) | Kolkata, Mumbai |
| 9 | Stenographer Gr. II | 04 (02-UR, 01-OBC, 01-EWS) | Level-4 (₹25,500-81,100) | New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai |
| 10 | Messenger cum Rider | 01 (UR) | Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| 11 | Van Driver | 01 (UR) | Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| 12 | Junior Clerk | 04 (01-OBC, 01-SC, 01-ST, 01-EWS) | Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200) | New Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai |
| 13 | Multi-Tasking Staff | 06 (03-OBC, 03-EWS, 01-PH) | Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900) | New Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata |
| Total | 30 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Post Code 1 - Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)
- Educational Qualification: Master's Degree in any discipline with minimum 55% marks from a recognized university.
- Experience:
- 5 years of experience in administration/establishment, accounts/personnel, or related fields at the level of Under Secretary or equivalent in Central/State Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs.
- Demonstrable experience in organizing literary activities, programmes, seminars, conferences, festivals, or other literary and cultural events at the institutional, regional, or national level.
- Desirable:
- Research/Doctoral degree in literature.
- Knowledge of Book Production and Publication.
- Experience in editing publications.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-11 (₹67,700-2,08,700)
- Method of Recruitment: Interview
- Educational Qualification: Master's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Experience:
- Good knowledge of English/Hindi and one or more Indian Languages of the region concerned.
- Five years of experience in copy editing literary and scholarly manuscripts and overseeing them through the various stages of production.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications.
- Desirable:
- Research degree in literature.
- Research experience and published work.
- General Knowledge of Indian Literature.
- Diploma in Journalism.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-10 (₹56,100-1,77,500)
- Method of Recruitment: Interview
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor in Library Science.
- Experience:
- Five years' experience in a Library of standing.
- Good knowledge of computer applications in Library.
- Desirable:
- Master of Library Science.
- Working knowledge of 1 or 2 Indian languages in addition to mother tongue.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks)
- Part-I: Objective Type (50 marks) - 30 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (50 marks) - Library Science
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Educational Qualification: Master's Degree in English/Hindi with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university.
- Experience:
- Two years of translation work in Central/State Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs with knowledge of government procedures and terminology.
- Desirable:
- Diploma in translation from a recognized institute.
- Working knowledge of one or more Indian languages.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks)
- Part-I: Objective Type (50 marks) - 30 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (50 marks) - Translation and Language Proficiency (English-to-Hindi and Hindi-to-English translation, official terminology, grammar, proofreading, editing, and translation of government and administrative documents)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent with Science subjects from a recognized board.
- Experience:
- Diploma in Computer Science/Information Technology OR BCA/B.Sc (IT) OR 'O' Level/ITI in computer/software operations.
- 3 years of experience in handling computer systems, programming, hardware, and software in Central/State Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs/Organizations of repute.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks)
- Part-I: Objective Type (50 marks) - 30 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (50 marks) - Publication, Book Production & Printing
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Educational Qualification: Graduate from a recognized university.
- Experience:
- 3 years of experience in organizing literary/cultural programmes, seminars, conferences, workshops, and exhibitions.
- General knowledge of the Indian Literary community.
- General knowledge of office rules and procedure.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks)
- Part-I: Objective Type (50 marks) - 30 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (50 marks) - Publication, Printing and Programme
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
- Experience:
- 5 years of experience in editing, proofreading, and publication work in a publishing house, newspaper, or organizations of repute.
- Knowledge of printing and book production.
- Good knowledge of computer applications.
- Desirable:
- Diploma in Journalism/Editing.
- Knowledge of more than one Indian language.
- General knowledge of Indian Literature.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks)
- Part-I: Objective Type (50 marks) - 30 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (50 marks) - Publication and Printing
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
- Experience:
- 3 years of experience in editing, proofreading, and publication work in a publishing house, newspaper, or organizations of repute.
- Knowledge of printing and book production.
- Good knowledge of computer applications.
- Desirable:
- Diploma in Journalism/Editing.
- Knowledge of more than one Indian language.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-4 (₹25,500-81,100)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks)
- Part-I: Objective Type (50 marks) - 30 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (50 marks) - Editing and Proof Reading
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent qualification from recognized board or institution.
- Experience:
- 80 w.p.m. speed in shorthand and good speed in typing in English/Hindi.
- Good knowledge of computer applications.
- Desirable:
- Knowledge of more than one Indian language other than mother tongue.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-4 (₹25,500-81,100)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks) + Skill Test
- Part-I: Objective Type (50 marks) - 30 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi, English, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (50 marks) - Essay, Letter, English Comprehensive and Notice/Advertisement
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Skill Test: Stenography @80 w.p.m. speed (Qualifying in nature)
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 from a recognized Board or institution.
- Experience:
- Valid Motor driving license for two wheelers/Car with three years' experience.
- Knowledge of motor mechanics.
- Desirable:
- Working knowledge of at least two languages.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks) + Skill Test
- Part-I: Objective Type (60 marks) - 40 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (40 marks) - Essay (English/Hindi), Letter (English/Hindi), English Comprehensive and Notice/Advertisement
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Skill Test: Driving Test
- Educational Qualification: 10 or 10+2 from a recognized Board or institute.
- Experience:
- Valid Motor driving license for light and heavy vehicles.
- Three years' experience of motor driving.
- Knowledge of carrying out minor automobile repairs.
- Polite behavior.
- Desirable:
- Knowledge of more than one Indian language other than mother language.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks) + Skill Test
- Part-I: Objective Type (60 marks) - 40 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (40 marks) - Essay (English/Hindi), Letter (English/Hindi), English Comprehensive and Notice/Advertisement
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Skill Test: Driving Test
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 from a recognized board or institution.
- Experience:
- Net typing speed 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm speed in Hindi.
- Knowledge of computer applications.
- Desirable:
- Graduate from a recognized University.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks) + Skill Test
- Part-I: Objective Type (60 marks) - 40 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (40 marks) - Essay (English/Hindi), Letter (English/Hindi), English Comprehensive and Notice/Advertisement
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 from a recognized board or institution.
- Experience:
- Experience in maintenance, office work, and other allied duties.
- Desirable:
- Knowledge of one or more Indian languages.
- Age Limit: 50 Years
- Pay Level: Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900)
- Method of Recruitment: Written Test (100 marks) + Skill Test
- Part-I: Objective Type (60 marks) - 40 questions from GS/GK, 5 each from Hindi Grammar, English Grammar, Computer & Quantitative Aptitude. (No negative marking)
- Part-II: Descriptive (40 marks) - Essay (English/Hindi), Letter (English/Hindi), English Comprehensive and Notice/Advertisement
- Duration: 2 Hours
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Selection Process
- The selection process will be as per the rules and regulations of Sahitya Akademi.
- Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed selection criteria.
- The selection may include Written Examination, Skill Test, and/or Interview.
How to Apply for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026
- Step 1: Visit the official Sahitya Akademi website www.sahitya-akademi.gov.in.
- Step 2: Navigate to the Recruitment/Career section on the website.
- Step 3: Click on the link for "Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026" or Adv. No. SA/50/2/2026.
- Step 4: Read the official notification carefully for post-wise eligibility criteria and instructions.
- Step 5: Download the prescribed application format available on the website.
- Step 6: Fill the application form as per the prescribed format.
- Step 7: Submit the application as per the instructions provided in the official notification.
- Step 8: Keep a printout of the application form for future reference.
Documents Required
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Educational Qualification Certificates (All mark sheets and degree certificates)
- Date of Birth Proof (Matriculation/10th Certificate)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) (if applicable)
- Experience Certificates (if applicable)
- Identity Proof (Aadhar Card/Voter ID/PAN Card)
- Any other documents as specified in the official notification
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Download Eligibility Criteria PDF | Click Here |
| Download Application Form for Others | Click Here |
| Download Application Form for Deputy Secretary | Click Here |
| Download Application Form for Assistant Editor | Click Here |
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Important Instructions
- The application should be submitted only on the prescribed proforma available on the Sahitya Akademi website.
- The last date for receipt of applications is 21 September 2026.
- Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Incomplete applications or applications not in the prescribed format shall be rejected.
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
- The Akademi reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
- Candidates employed in Government/PSUs should apply through proper channel.
- No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the selection process.
Contact Details
- Organization: Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters)
- Address: Rabindra Bhavan, 35 Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi - 110001
- Official Website: www.sahitya-akademi.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the last date to apply for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?
- The last date to submit the application is 21 September 2026.
- A total of 30 vacancies have been announced across various posts including Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, and other positions.
- Applications must be submitted in the prescribed proforma available on the official Sahitya Akademi website. Candidates should visit the website for detailed submission instructions.
- The posts are in various pay levels from Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900) to Level-11 (₹67,700-2,08,700) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
- Selected candidates will be posted at Head Office (New Delhi), Regional Offices (Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru), and Sub-Office (Chennai) as per the post-specific location mentioned in the vacancy details.
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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 Notification (Adv. No. SA/50/2/2026). Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official advertisement. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by Sahitya Akademi shall prevail. Keep checking the official Sahitya Akademi website for updates on recruitment-related information.