MANUU Caretaker, Cook, Helper Recruitment 2026

Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) is hiring 13 candidates for Caretaker (Male), Cook, and Helper posts at its hostels in Hyderabad. You need a Graduate degree for the Caretaker post, or 10th Pass for Cook and Helper, along with working knowledge of Urdu. This is a walk-in interview — there is no online form — and you must reach the venue on 13 August 2026. The consolidated salary ranges from Rs. 20,675 to Rs. 25,200 per month depending on the post.

Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) Caretaker, Cook, Helper Recruitment 2026 - 13 Posts

MANUU, a Central University known for Urdu-medium education, has released a walk-in interview notification for 13 short-term contractual posts across its hostels at the Gachibowli campus in Hyderabad. The recruitment covers three support roles: Caretaker (Male) for the boys' hostels, and Cook and Helper for the girls' hostels. The engagement is purely contractual for an initial 89 days, extendable based on your performance and the university's requirements. Since there's no online application process, you simply show up at the venue with your documents on the interview date — making this one of the fastest government-linked hiring drives to apply for. If you live in or around Hyderabad and are looking for quick employment with a central government institution, this is a good opportunity to consider.

Vacancy Details

Out of the 13 total posts, the Helper role for girls' hostels has the highest number of openings at 6 posts, followed by Cook with 4 posts and Caretaker (Male) with 3 posts.

Who Can Apply?

For Caretaker (Male) - Rs. 25,200/month:

• You need a Graduate degree from a recognized University or Institute.
• You must know Computer Operations and have knowledge of Urdu.
• Preference goes to candidates with 2 years' experience managing Hostel, Canteen, or Guest House affairs.

For Cook - Rs. 25,200/month:

• You need to be 10th Pass from a recognized Board.
• You must have knowledge of Urdu.
• Preference goes to candidates with 2 years' cooking experience in a Hostel, Canteen, or Guest House kitchen — especially if you can prepare North Indian, South Indian, vegetarian, and non-vegetarian dishes.

For Helper - Rs. 20,675/month:

• You need to be 10th Pass from a recognized Board.
• You must have knowledge of Urdu.
• Preference goes to candidates experienced in maintenance and cleanliness of hostels, canteens, or other large eating-houses.

Across all three posts, knowledge of Urdu will be preferred and can improve your chances even if it is not your only qualifying factor.

Age Limit

• You should preferably be below 32 years of age for all three posts.

Salary

• Caretaker (Male): Rs. 25,200 per month (consolidated)
• Cook: Rs. 25,200 per month (consolidated)
• Helper: Rs. 20,675 per month (consolidated)
• This is a fixed consolidated pay — no separate DA, HRA, or other allowances are mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

MANUU is filling these posts through a walk-in interview only:

1. Walk-in Interview: Held on the spot at the University Guest House, MANUU Campus, Gachibowli, Hyderabad.
2. Document Verification: Your original certificates and self-attested photocopies will be checked on the same day.

The university reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts, or to cancel the walk-in interview, without assigning any reason. Canvassing in any form will make you ineligible automatically, so avoid it.

How to Apply

1. Reach the University Guest House, MANUU Campus, Gachibowli, Hyderabad - 500032 on 13 August 2026.
2. Register your name by 9:30 AM — candidates arriving after the scheduled registration time will not be entertained.
3. Carry one passport-size photograph and original plus self-attested photocopies of your educational, experience, and age-proof certificates.
4. Bring your caste certificate if applicable, and the names, addresses, and contact details of two references (not related to you) who can vouch for your professional experience.
5. Attend the interview scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM.

No TA/DA will be provided for attending this interview, so plan your travel accordingly.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 7 August 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 13 August 2026
• Registration Time: 9:30 AM
• Interview Time: 10:00 AM onwards

• Manage the day-to-day upkeep, security, and administration of the hostel building
• Maintain hostel registers, keys, and stock records
• Prepare and serve hygienic North Indian, South Indian, vegetarian, and non-vegetarian meals as per the hostel menu
• Keep the kitchen, dining area, and hostel premises clean and well-maintained
• Assist students with daily hostel-related needs and report maintenance issues
• Update basic hostel administration records using computer systems
• Coordinate with hostel wardens on guest house and canteen operations
• Follow university hygiene, safety, and conduct guidelines at all times