Sahitya Akademi (National Academy of Letters, Ministry of Culture) has released the official recruitment notification (Advt No. SA/50/2/2026) for 29 vacancies across 13 different posts on a direct recruitment basis, including Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Senior Library Assistant, JTO, Publication Assistant, Stenographer, Junior Clerk, Driver, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). Eligible candidates can download the application proforma and submit their offline applications by 21 October 2026 (Extended) to Sahitya Akademi Head Office, New Delhi.
Important Dates
| Offline Application Start Date | 19 August 2026 |
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| Last Date to Submit Application | 21 October 2026 (Extended) |
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| Exam / Skill Test / Interview Date | To Be Notified Soon |
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Application Fee & Postings
| Application Fee | Nil (₹0/- for All Candidates) |
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| Job Type | Direct Recruitment Basis (Central Govt Autonomous) |
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| Posting Locations | New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru & Chennai |
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Age Limit & Relaxation
| MTS / Clerk / Driver Posts | 18 to 27 / 30 Years |
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| Assistant / Officer Posts | Up to 30 / 35 Years |
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| Deputy Secretary | Up to 50 Years |
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| Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-SM as per Central Government rules. |
Pay Scale as per 7th CPC
| Pay Level-11 | ₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700/- (Deputy Secretary) |
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| Pay Level-10 | ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500/- (Assistant Editor) |
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| Pay Level-06 | ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400/- (Sr Library, JTO, Assistants) |
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| Pay Level-04 | ₹25,500 - ₹81,100/- (Steno Gr. II, Proof Reader) |
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| Pay Level-02 | ₹19,900 - ₹63,200/- (Junior Clerk, Driver, Rider) |
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| Pay Level-01 | ₹18,000 - ₹56,900/- (Multi-Tasking Staff - MTS) |
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Sahitya Akademi 2026: Post-wise Vacancy & Pay Matrix Breakdown
| Post Name | Pay Level | Category Breakdown | Total Vacancies |
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| Deputy Secretary (General-Admin) | Level-11 | UR-01 | 01 |
| Assistant Editor | Level-10 | UR-01 | 01 |
| Senior Library & Information Assistant | Level-06 | OBC-01, EWS-01 | 02 |
| Junior Translation Officer (JTO) | Level-06 | UR-01 | 01 |
| Technical Assistant | Level-06 | OBC-01 | 01 |
| Programme Assistant | Level-06 | UR-01 | 01 |
| Publication Assistant | Level-06 | UR-03, SC-01, EWS-01 | 05 |
| Proof Reader cum General Assistant | Level-04 | UR-01, OBC-01 | 02 |
| Stenographer Grade-II | Level-04 | UR-02, OBC-01, EWS-01 | 04 |
| Messenger cum Rider | Level-02 | UR-01 | 01 |
| Van Driver | Level-02 | UR-01 | 01 |
| Junior Clerk | Level-02 | OBC-01, SC-01, ST-01, EWS-01 | 04 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-01 | OBC-03, EWS-03 | 06 |
| Total Direct Recruitment Vacancies | 29 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 10th (Matriculation) Pass or equivalent from a recognized board. |
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| Junior Clerk / Steno | 12th Pass + Typing Speed (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi) OR Stenography 80 WPM. |
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| Driver / Rider | 10th Pass with valid Professional Commercial Driving License (LMV / HMV) & clean record. |
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| Assistants / JTO | Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in relevant discipline (Library Science, Hindi/English Translation, Printing/Publishing, Literature) with experience. |
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| Deputy Secretary / Editor | Postgraduate Degree with substantial administrative or editorial experience. |
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How to Apply Offline for Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Sahitya Akademi portal - sahitya-akademi.gov.in.
- Go to the “Jobs / Vacancies” section and download the detailed Advt No. SA/50/2/2026 and Application Proforma.
- Fill in personal details, post applied for, educational qualifications (10th onwards), and work experience history accurately.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of: Educational Certificates and Marksheets (10th, 12th, Degree, PG, Diploma). Date of Birth Proof (Matriculation Certificate). Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) / PwBD Certificate (if applicable). Experience Certificates, Driving License (for Driver posts), and Photo ID. Recent passport-size photograph affixed and signed across.
- Enclose the application packet in an envelope superscribed “Application for the Post of [Post Name] - Advt No. SA/50/2/2026”.
- Send by Speed Post / Registered Post to:The Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, Rabindra Bhavan, 35, Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi - 110001.
- Ensure the application arrives within 30 days from the publication date.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
