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Sahitya Akademi – Clerk, MTS & Other Posts Recruitment 2026 Apply Now

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Sahitya Akademi, an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has officially released a recruitment advertisement, Advt. No. SA/50/2/2026. The notification invites applications for direct recruitment to various Group ‘A’, ‘B’, and ‘C’ positions, including Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Publication Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, Junior Clerk, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). A total of Various vacancies are available across its Head Office and regional offices.

Eligible 10th Pass, 12th Pass, Diploma holders, and University Graduates can submit their applications in the prescribed proforma before the closing deadline.

Below are the complete details regarding this recruitment drive, covering post-wise vacancy breakdowns, eligibility criteria, pay scales, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions.

Recruitment Overview

  • Organization: Sahitya Akademy (Autonomous Organization under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India)
  • Advertisement Number: SA/50/2/2026
  • Post Names: Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Senior Library & Information Assistant, Junior Translation Officer, Technical Assistant, Programme Assistant, Publication Assistant, Proof Reader cum General Assistant, Stenographer Grade-II, Messenger cum Rider, Van Driver, Junior Clerk, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
  • Total Vacancies: Various Posts
  • Pay Scale: Level-1 to Level-11 as per 7th CPC (₹18,000 to ₹2,08,700/- per month)

Important Dates

  • Short Notice Released: August 19, 2026
  • Employment News Publication Date: August 22, 2026
  • Application Process Starts From: August 22, 2026
  • Last Date to Submit Application: September 21, 2026 (Within 30 days from publication)

Educational Qualification Requirements

Candidates must satisfy the post-specific academic requirements on or before the application cutoff date:

  • Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized Board.
  • Junior Clerk: Passed Class 12th (Intermediate / Higher Secondary) from a recognized Board with proficiency in computer typing (minimum 35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi).
  • Stenographer Grade-II: Passed 12th Class from a recognized Board with a speed of 80 WPM in English/Hindi shorthand and relevant computer typing skills.
  • Van Driver / Messenger cum Rider: Passed Class 10th with a valid driving license (LMV/HMV) and relevant driving experience.
  • Publication Assistant / Senior Library Assistant / JTO: Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Library Science, Translation, Printing Technology, or Mass Media with relevant post-qualification experience.
  • Deputy Secretary / Assistant Editor: Post-Graduate Degree in Literature / Languages with significant editorial, research, or administrative experience in a recognized institution.

Age Limit Criteria

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 27 to 50 Years (varies strictly depending on the post grade)
  • Age Relaxations: SC / ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), and Ex-Servicemen / Central Government employees receive age relaxations as per Government of India rules.

Selection Process

The selection structure comprises the following stages depending on the post applied for:

  1. Written Examination / Screening Test: Multiple-choice objective examination assessing General Awareness, Reasoning, Language Comprehension, and Domain Knowledge.
  2. Skill / Practical / Trade Test: Typing test for Junior Clerk, Shorthand test for Stenographer, and practical trade tests where applicable.
  3. Personal Interview: For senior supervisory/editorial posts (Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, etc.).
  4. Document Verification & Medical Check: Final scrutiny of original certificates and medical fitness evaluation.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can submit their applications by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official Sahitya Akademi website.
  2. Navigate to the Vacancies / Recruitment tab on the homepage.
  3. Download the detailed advertisement PDF for Advt. No. SA/50/2/2026 along with the prescribed Application Proforma.
  4. Fill out the application form clearly with your personal, educational, and experience details.
  5. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required educational mark sheets, age proof (10th certificate), experience letters, and category certificates.
  6. Affix a recent passport-sized photograph and super-scribe the envelope with “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _____________”.
  7. Dispatch the completed application form to the designated Sahitya Akademi office address specified in the notification within 30 days of publication (on or before September 21, 2026).

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