Sahitya Akademi Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 — 30 Vacancies

Sahitya Akademi Multi-Post Recruitment 2026: Overview

Sahitya Akademi, the National Academy of Letters, is recruiting editorial, library, translation, publication, programme, clerical, driving and support staff through one direct-recruitment notice. The Akademi works under the Ministry of Culture and promotes literature in twenty-four recognised Indian languages through books, awards, grants, events and international literary exchanges. This drive serves its Head Office and regional or sub-offices, so applicants can choose work ranging from specialist language roles to office support.

Posts and Disciplines

• Administration and editorial: Deputy Secretary General-Admin and Assistant Editor roles at the New Delhi Head Office.
• Library and translation: Senior Library and Information Assistants in Mumbai and Kolkata, plus a Junior Translation Officer in New Delhi.
• Publishing and programmes: Technical, Programme, Publication and Proof Reader cum General Assistant roles supporting books, literary material and events in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Kolkata.
• Office and mobility support: Stenographer Grade-II, Junior Clerk, Messenger cum Rider, Van Driver and Multi-Tasking Staff roles across the Akademi's offices.

Post-wise Duties

Administration and Editorial Roles

The Deputy Secretary will guide administration and institutional literary activity, while the Assistant Editor will handle manuscripts through editing and production. Both roles need sound judgement, language awareness and coordination with writers, staff and partner institutions.

Library and Translation Roles

Library staff will organise collections, help readers find material and maintain computer-based records. The translation officer will work between Hindi and English on literary and administrative text, checking terminology, grammar and meaning carefully.

Publication and Programme Roles

These posts support printing, book production, proofreading, literary programmes and office procedures. You may coordinate vendors or events, track material through production, and ensure that published work is accurate and ready on schedule.

Clerical, Stenography and Transport Roles

Clerical and stenography staff will prepare records, correspondence and typed material, while the rider and driver roles support official movement and basic vehicle care. Multi-Tasking Staff will provide day-to-day operational support across office functions.

Service Conditions and Caveats

• Separate applications: If you want to apply for more than one post, send a separate form and fee for each post.
• Transfer liability: A selected employee can be transferred to any Sahitya Akademi office in India.
• Government employees: Applicants already working in government, autonomous bodies or public-sector organisations should apply through the proper channel or produce an NOC.
• Shortlisting: Only shortlisted applicants will be called for the relevant test or interview, and the Akademi may set additional shortlisting criteria when applications are numerous.
• Travel costs: No TA or DA is payable for attending a written test, skill test or interview.
• Vacancy position: The Akademi may change the advertised position or decide not to fill a post if circumstances require.
• Deputy Secretary tenure: The selected incumbent holds office for five years and may be considered for a second term at the appointing authority's discretion.

Application Submission Notes

Send the prescribed form with a recent self-attested photograph and supporting copies by speed post or registered post to the Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, Rabindra Bhavan, 35 Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi 110001. Write “Application for the post of ______” clearly on the envelope.

The fee must be paid through a Demand Draft in favour of Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi. Email applications, unsigned or incomplete forms, and forms without the necessary self-attested records can be rejected, so check the package carefully before posting it.

Corrigenda and Notices

• Future updates: Any addendum or corrigendum for this drive will appear only on the Sahitya Akademi website, so keep checking the recruitment page after you apply.

• Manage administrative, editorial, library, translation, publication, clerical, driving, or office-support work for the selected post
• Prepare accurate records, manuscripts, translations, correspondence, or service logs as required
• Coordinate literary programmes, production tasks, office movement, or reader services for the assigned unit
• Use computer applications and office systems relevant to the role
• Check language, documents, data, vehicles, or equipment carefully before completing each task
• Follow Sahitya Akademi procedures and protect official and unpublished material
• Work with authors, readers, vendors, visitors, and colleagues in a professional manner
• Report delays, errors, safety issues, and resource needs to the responsible officer