Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026: 30 Junior Clerk, MTS, Stenographer and Other Posts (Last Date Extended to 21 October)
Sahitya Akademi, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, has advertised 30 posts for direct recruitment (Adv. No. SA/50/2/2026, 22 August 2026) at its Head Office in New Delhi and offices in Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and Chennai. A corrigendum dated 01 September 2026 withdrew the application fee and extended the last date to 21 October 2026. Applications go by post.
Official Notification PDF: Sahitya Akademi Recruitment Notice SA/50/2/2026 (PDF)
Important Dates – Sahitya Akademi Various Posts 2026 | |
| Advertisement: | SA/50/2/2026 dated 22/08/2026 |
| Corrigendum (fee withdrawn, date extended): | 01/09/2026 |
| Original last date: | 21/09/2026 |
| Extended last date (receipt by post): | 21/10/2026 |
| Eligibility counted on: | Closing date of applications |
Application Fee | |
| All candidates: | Nil – fee withdrawn by corrigendum dated 01/09/2026 |
| Already paid: | Refunded in due course |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
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Important Links | |
| Apply Online: | Application Form (Others) – Sahitya Akademi |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | Sahitya Akademi Recruitment Notice SA/50/2/2026 (PDF) |
| Official Website: | Sahitya Akademi Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
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Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Posts (Category) | Pay Level | Posting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)* | 1 (UR) | Level-11 (₹67,700–2,08,700) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Assistant Editor | 1 (UR) | Level-10 (₹56,100–1,77,500) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Senior Library & Information Assistant | 2 (OBC 1, EWS 1) | Level-6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) | Mumbai, Kolkata |
| Junior Translation Officer | 1 (UR) | Level-6 | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Technical Assistant | 1 (OBC) | Level-6 | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Programme Assistant | 1 (UR) | Level-6 | Bengaluru |
| Publication Assistant | 5 (UR 3, SC 1, EWS 1) | Level-6 | New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru |
| Proof Reader cum General Assistant | 2 (UR 1, OBC 1) | Level-4 (₹25,500–81,100) | Kolkata, Mumbai |
| Stenographer Grade II | 4 (UR 2, OBC 1, EWS 1) | Level-4 | New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai |
| Messenger cum Rider | 1 (UR) | Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Van Driver | 1 (UR) | Level-2 | Head Office, New Delhi |
| Junior Clerk | 4 (OBC 1, SC 1, ST 1, EWS 1) | Level-2 | New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 6 (OBC 3, EWS 3; 1 PH) | Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900) | New Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata |
| Total | 30 |
*Deputy Secretary is a tenure post: the appointee holds office for five years, with possible reappointment for a second term. All other posts are regular direct-recruitment posts.
Eligibility (summary)
- MTS: 10th/10+2 or ITI equivalent, basic computer knowledge.
- Junior Clerk: 10+2, typing 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi, computer knowledge.
- Stenographer Gr-II: 10+2, shorthand 80 wpm, typing in English/Hindi.
- Van Driver / Messenger cum Rider: 10th/10+2, valid licence, 3 years' driving experience, knowledge of motor mechanics.
- Proof Reader: Graduate with Hindi/English, proof-reading ability.
- Publication / Programme / Technical Assistant: Graduate with printing/publishing diploma or experience as specified.
- Senior Library & Information Assistant: B.Lib.Sc + 5 years' library experience. Junior Translation Officer: Hindi/English degree + 3 years' translation experience.
- Assistant Editor: PG in a recognised language/literature + 5 years' copy-editing. Deputy Secretary: Master's (55%) + 7 years at Level 10 or above.
Age Limit
Maximum 50 years for every post, as on the closing date. Age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Salary
7th CPC Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900) for MTS up to Level-11 (₹67,700–2,08,700) for Deputy Secretary. See the table above for each post.
Sahitya Akademi Junior Clerk Level 2 In-Hand Salary
7th Pay Matrix Level 7
Basic Pay: ₹19,900
DA: 55% Active
X Cities (Metro)
₹38,800
Net Monthly Take-Home
Y Cities (Urban)
₹34,020
Net Monthly Take-Home
Z Cities (Rural/Small)
₹32,030
Net Monthly Take-Home
| Compensation Component | X Cities (Tier 1) | Y Cities (Tier 2) | Z Cities (Tier 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions) | |||
| +Basic Pay | ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 |
| +Dearness Allowance (DA @ 55%) | ₹10,945 | ₹10,945 | ₹10,945 |
| +House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹5,970 (30%) | ₹3,980 (20%) | ₹1,990 (10%) |
| +Transport Allowance (TPT + DA) | ₹5,580 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| Total Gross Monthly Salary | ₹42,395 | ₹37,615 | ₹35,625 |
| Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries) | |||
| -NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA) | ₹3,085 | ₹3,085 | ₹3,085 |
| -CGHS (Medical Benefits) | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| -CGEGIS (Insurance Fund) | ₹60 | ₹60 | ₹60 |
| -Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS) | ₹0 | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Total Monthly Deductions | ₹3,595 | ₹3,595 | ₹3,595 |
| Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home) | ₹38,800 | ₹34,020 | ₹32,030 |
Selection Process
- Level-6 and Level-4 posts: written test of 100 marks (Part-I 50 objective, no negative marking; Part-II 50 descriptive), 2 hours.
- Level-2 and Level-1 posts: written test of 100 marks (Part-I 60 objective, Part-II 40 descriptive), 2 hours.
- Qualifying skill test: stenography (Steno Gr-II), typing (Junior Clerk), driving (Van Driver, Messenger cum Rider).
- Interview only for Deputy Secretary and Assistant Editor.
How to Apply
- Download the correct form from sahitya-akademi.gov.in (Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor or 'Others').
- Fill it in, paste a recent self-attested photograph and attach self-attested copies of documents. Government employees apply through proper channel.
- Write 'Application for the post of ______' on the envelope.
- Send it by speed post or registered post to: The Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, Rabindra Bhavan, 35 Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi-110001.
- It must arrive by 21 October 2026. E-mailed applications are rejected. Submit one form per post.
Sahitya Akademi Various Posts 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many posts are in Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026?
30 posts under Adv. No. SA/50/2/2026.
What is the last date?
Extended to 21 October 2026 by the corrigendum dated 01/09/2026.
Is there an application fee?
No. The fee was withdrawn, and anyone who already paid will get a refund.
How do I apply?
Offline only, by speed or registered post to the Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.
Sahitya Akademi Various Posts 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
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