Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya (SMKV), Bastar, Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) has released official notifications for recruitment to 69 non-teaching vacancies in various Group-C and Group-D cadres under Advt. Nos. 3660/2026, 3662/2026, and 3666/2026. Posts available are Peon (23 posts), Assistant Grade-3 (21 posts), Store Keeper (03 posts), and Data Entry Operator (02 posts). Various Technical positions account for 20 posts, including Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant, Research Assistant, Accounts Assistant, and Library Assistant. Eligible permanent residents of Chhattisgarh can apply online through smkvbastar.ac.in, the university recruitment portal. Applications open on 16 October 2026 and close on 04 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 14 October 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 16 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Application | 04 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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| Application Correction Dates | 05 November to 07 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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| Written Exam Date | To be notified soon |
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| Admit Card Available | Before Examination |
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Application Fee
| General / Unreserved (UR) / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 500/- |
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| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates of CG | Rs. 300/- |
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| Fee Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI). |
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Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
| Peon (Group-D) | 18 to 45 Years |
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| Assistant Grade-3, DEO, Store Keeper & Technical Posts | 21 to 45 Years |
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| Upper age limit includes all applicable relaxations for domicile candidates of Chhattisgarh (SC / ST / OBC / Women / PwD) as per State Government rules. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Peon | Passed Class 10th from a recognized Board. |
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| Assistant Gr-3 & Store Keeper | Graduation OR Class 12th with MOM Diploma + 1-Year Computer Diploma + Typing Speed of 5,000 KDPH in Hindi or English. |
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| Data Entry Operator | Graduation OR Class 12th with MOM Diploma + 1-Year Computer Diploma + Typing Speed of 8,000 KDPH in Hindi & English. |
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| Technical & Lab Posts | PG Degree / Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline with minimum Second Division (plus experience wherever specified). |
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| Candidate must be a permanent resident (domicile) of Chhattisgarh. |
Salary Details (Pay Matrix Level)
| Technical Assistant | Pay Level 9 (PB Rs. 9,300-34,800, GP Rs. 4,300) |
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| Research Assistant | Pay Level 8 (PB Rs. 9,300-34,800, GP Rs. 4,200) |
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| Data Entry Operator, Lab Technician & Accounts Assistant | Pay Level 6 (PB Rs. 5,200-20,200, GP Rs. 2,400) |
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| Assistant Grade-3, Store Keeper, Lab Assistant & Library Assistant: Pay Level 4 (PB Rs. 5,200-20,200, GP Rs. 1,900) |
| Peon (Bhrittya) | Pay Level 1 (PB Rs. 4,750-7,440, GP Rs. 1,300) |
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SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Advertisement No. | Post Category / Cadre | UR | ST | SC | OBC | Total Posts |
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| Advt. 3660/2026 | Technical Non-Teaching Positions | 10 | 07 | 01 | 02 | 20 |
| Advt. 3662/2026 | Clerical / DEO / Store Keeper (Group-C) | 11 | 09 | 02 | 04 | 26 |
| Advt. 3666/2026 | Peon (Bhrittya) (Group-D) | 10 | 07 | 03 | 03 | 23 |
| Total Vacancies | 31 | 23 | 06 | 09 | 69 |
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026: Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
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| 1 | Peon (Bhrittya) | Level 1 | 23 | Class 10th Pass from a recognized Board. |
| 2 | Assistant Grade-3 | Level 4 | 21 | Graduation or 12th + MOM Diploma + 1-Year Computer Diploma + Typing @ 5,000 KDPH. |
| 3 | Store Keeper | Level 4 | 03 | Graduation or 12th + MOM Diploma + 1-Year Computer Diploma + Typing @ 5,000 KDPH. |
| 4 | Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Level 6 | 02 | Graduation or 12th + MOM Diploma + 1-Year Computer Diploma + Typing @ 8,000 KDPH. |
| 5 | Technical Assistant (Stats / Psych) | Level 9 | 02 | PG Degree in relevant subject (min 2nd Div) + 2 years relevant experience. |
| 6 | Research Assistant (Stats / Psych) | Level 8 | 02 | PG Degree in relevant subject (min 2nd Div) + 2 years relevant experience. |
| 7 | Laboratory Technician (Various Subjects) | Level 6 | 09 | Postgraduate Degree in relevant subject with at least Second Division. |
| 8 | Accounts Assistant | Level 6 | 04 | M.Com with at least Second Division + 1-Year Computer Diploma. |
| 9 | Laboratory Assistant (Education) | Level 4 | 02 | Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed.) with at least Second Division. |
| 10 | Library Assistant | Level 4 | 01 | Bachelor’s Degree in Library & Information Science with min 2nd Div. |
| Total Posts | 69 | |
How to Apply for SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026
- Open www.smkvbastar.ac.in, the official website for Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya.
- Open Career, then Recruitment Portal. Go to Applicant Login and select New Registration.
- Use an active mobile number and email ID for initial registration to create your login credentials.
- After you log in, open “My Applications”. Select the relevant Advertisement Number (3660/2026, 3662/2026, or 3666/2026), then choose your desired post.
- Enter your permanent address, personal details and educational qualifications. Add typing details for DEO / Assistant Gr-3 / Store Keeper.
- Upload scanned copies of these documents: domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh, Class 10th marksheet, degree/diploma certificates and caste certificate. Include an experience certificate if applicable.
- Upload your signature and a recent colour passport photograph, with file size from 30 KB to 100 KB.
- Choose two districts in Chhattisgarh as your preferred examination centres.
- Use Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI to pay the required application fee online.
- Carefully preview all information, then submit your application on or before 04 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Download the final submitted application form and print it for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before you submit the online application, check the official notification for full details of eligibility, education qualification, age limits, fee rules and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for SMKV Bastar Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 14 October 2026; Online Application Start Date: 16 October 2026; Last Date for Online Application: 04 November 2026 (11:59 PM); Application Correction Dates: 05 November to 07 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
What is the application fee for SMKV Bastar Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?
General / Unreserved (UR) / OBC (NCL): Rs. 500/-; SC / ST / PwBD Candidates of CG: Rs. 300/-; Fee Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI).
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
