SAI Assistant Director Official Language Recruitment 2026

Earn up to Rs. 1,77,500 per month — Sports Authority of India (SAI) is hiring an Assistant Director (Official Language) on deputation. If you're a serving government officer in the Hindi cadre with translation or teaching experience, this is your chance to work with India's top sports body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.

Key Highlights

• Deputation post — only serving Central/State Government officers can apply
• Initial deputation period is 3 years
• Posting is on All-India basis across SAI centres
• No application fee — apply through proper channel
• Best suited for Hindi cadre officers with translation or teaching background
• Applications must be sent in duplicate via Cadre Controlling Authority

Selection Process

Selection is interview-based — there is no written exam. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be called for an interview by the Selection Committee. The final merit list will be approved by the Competent Authority.

Documents You'll Need

Key documents to keep ready:

• Application in Annexure-I format (in duplicate), countersigned by Cadre/Appointing Authority
• Attested ACR/APAR copies for the last 5 years (attested by Under Secretary rank or above)
• Integrity Certificate and Vigilance Clearance
• No Penalty Certificate for last 5 years of service
• Cadre Clearance Certificate

See the complete document list in the section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for SAI Assistant Director Official Language 2026?

A. The last date to submit your application is 27 March 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications must reach SAI Head Office, New Delhi through proper channel.

Q. What is the salary of Assistant Director Official Language in SAI?

A. The post carries Pay Level-10 under the 7th CPC with a pay range of Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month, plus allowances as per Central Government deputation terms.

Q. Who can apply for SAI Assistant Director Official Language deputation 2026?

A. Only serving officers in the Hindi cadre under Central Government, State Governments, or UT Administrations can apply. You need a Master's degree with Hindi/English and 3 years of relevant experience.

Q. Where should I send my application for SAI Assistant Director Official Language?

A. Send your application to the Director (Human Resources Division-II), Room No. 210, Sports Authority of India, Gate No. 10 (East Gate), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003.

• Translate administrative and technical material between English and Hindi, and review translations done by junior translators
• Inform officers and employees about the Official Language Act and rules
• Organise Hindi workshops, provide training on noting and drafting, and prepare course materials
• Inspect progress of Hindi implementation in headquarters and regional offices
• Serve as secretary member of the Official Language Committee — organise meetings, issue agendas, prepare minutes, and follow up on action items
• Participate in Ministry's Official Language Committee meetings
• Guide and assist regional offices during Parliamentary Official Language Committee inspections
• Prepare and submit quarterly, half-yearly, and annual Hindi progress reports to the Ministry
• Compile reports on Hindi teaching plans from training institutions
• Issue instructions for employee training related to Hindi
• Organise meetings of regional and sub-regional Official Language Committees
• Handle any other work assigned by the Reporting Officer or Competent Authority