The Sahitya Akademi has extended the application deadline for 30 vacancies across 13 posts. These include positions such as Deputy Secretary, Assistant Editor, Junior Translation Officer, Stenographer, Junior Clerk, and Multi-Tasking Staff. Interested candidates can now apply offline until October 21. Applications must be sent via Speed ​​Post or Registered Post.

What are the application criteria?

Deputy Secretary (General Administration): A postgraduate degree in Language/Literature or Business/Public Administration with at least 55% marks. Seven years of experience in a relevant administrative role and experience in organizing literary programs are required.

Assistant Editor: Postgraduate degree in a recognized language or literature. Knowledge of Hindi/English and one or more Indian languages. Five years of experience in copy-editing is required.

Senior Library and Information Assistant: Bachelor's degree in Library Science and five years of experience in a reputed library. Knowledge of computers is required.

Junior Translation Officer: Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Hindi/English, along with a required diploma/certificate in translation. Three years of experience in literary translation.

Technical Assistant: Bachelor's degree and a diploma in book publishing. Five years of experience in the printing/publishing sector is required.

Programme Assistant: Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in a literary, academic, or government organization, or a publishing house. Good knowledge of computers is required.

Publication Assistant: Bachelor's degree and a diploma in printing, or five years of experience in book publishing.

Proof Reader-cum-General Assistant: Bachelor's degree with Hindi/English as a subject. Knowledge of proofreading in Hindi/English and computer skills are required.

Stenographer Grade II: Class 12 pass. Shorthand speed of 80 words per minute in Hindi/English and knowledge of computers are required.

Messenger-cum-Despatch Rider: Class 12 pass. Valid driving license for a two-wheeler/car and three years of experience are required. Knowledge of motor mechanics is necessary.

Van Driver: Class 10/12 pass. A valid driving license for light and heavy vehicles and three years of driving experience are required.

Junior Clerk: 12th-grade pass. A typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi, along with computer knowledge, is required.

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 10th/12th-grade pass or ITI qualification. Ability to perform various general tasks and basic computer knowledge are required.

What are the age limit rules?

The maximum age limit for all 13 posts at Sahitya Akademi is set at 50 years. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will be granted age relaxation in accordance with Government of India rules. Age, qualifications, and experience will be calculated as of the last date for submitting applications.

Required Documents

Recent passport-size photograph.

Copies of all educational certificates.

Copy of experience certificate.

Certificates for SC, ST, OBC, PwD (Persons with Disabilities), and Ex-servicemen, as applicable.

OBC certificates must mention the 'non-creamy layer' status.

Candidates currently employed in government jobs, government institutions, or PSUs must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC).

For posts at Level-10 or above, candidates must submit ACR/APAR records for the last five years, an integrity certificate, and a vigilance clearance certificate.

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