- Recruitment drive by National Book Trust (NBT) for 5 contractual positions in literary and cultural domains.
- Positions include Consultant Grade-II (Exhibition), Consultant Grade-I (Exhibition), Literary Festival Curator, Cultural Curator (Events & Exhibition), and Content Writer.
- Offers competitive salary packages ranging from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 2,00,000 per month based on the post.
- Ideal opportunity for professionals with expertise in event management, literary festivals, cultural curation, and digital content creation.
- Applications accepted offline; candidates must submit forms by 1st August 2026.
NBT
Active Listing
đ Graduate
đ Bachelor's Degree
đ Master's Degree
đ Post Graduate Diploma
Consultant Grade-II, Consultant Grade-I, Literary Festival Curator, Cultural Curator & Content Writer Posts
National Book Trust
Total Vacancies
5
Job Location
All India
Apply Deadline
01 Aug 2026
đ Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Book Trust (NBT) |
| Job Category | Administrative |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma) |
| Number of Vacancies | 5 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | âš40,000 - âš200,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 50 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Consultant Grade-II: Over 15 years in literary festivals and event management. - Consultant Grade-I: Over 10 years in supervisory roles for literary events. - Literary Festival Curator: 5-7 years in literary event planning. - Cultural Curator: 5-7 years in cultural event curation. - Content Writer: 2+ years in digital content writing and SEO. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is applicable for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS). |
đ Details & Description
đ Eligibility Criteria
- Consultant Grade-II (Exhibition): Master's degree in a relevant subject or 4-year post-10+2 degree with over 15 years of experience in literary festivals, event management, and coordination.
- Consultant Grade-I (Exhibition): Master's degree in a relevant subject or 4-year post-10+2 degree with over 10 years of experience in supervisory roles for literary festivals and events.
- Literary Festival Curator: Bachelor's degree in literature/humanities/social sciences with 5-7 years of experience in literary event planning and publishing industry knowledge.
- Cultural Curator (Events & Exhibition): Graduation in Mass Communication/Humanities with 5-7 years of experience in curation and coordination of cultural events.
- Content Writer: Postgraduate in a relevant field with 2+ years of experience in digital content writing, SEO, and metadata creation.
- Fluency in English and Hindi is mandatory for Consultant Grade-I and Grade-II roles.
- Maximum age limit: 50 years for all posts.
- Consultant Grade-I (Exhibition): Master's degree in a relevant subject or 4-year post-10+2 degree with over 10 years of experience in supervisory roles for literary festivals and events.
- Literary Festival Curator: Bachelor's degree in literature/humanities/social sciences with 5-7 years of experience in literary event planning and publishing industry knowledge.
- Cultural Curator (Events & Exhibition): Graduation in Mass Communication/Humanities with 5-7 years of experience in curation and coordination of cultural events.
- Content Writer: Postgraduate in a relevant field with 2+ years of experience in digital content writing, SEO, and metadata creation.
- Fluency in English and Hindi is mandatory for Consultant Grade-I and Grade-II roles.
- Maximum age limit: 50 years for all posts.
âī¸ Selection Process
- Selection will be based solely on an interview conducted by the National Book Trust.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview round.
- Final selection will depend on performance in the interview and document verification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview round.
- Final selection will depend on performance in the interview and document verification.
đˇī¸ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)
đ Required Documents
- Duly filled and signed application form.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Proof of age (birth certificate, 10th certificate, etc.).
- Experience certificates from previous employers.
- Passport-sized photographs (as specified in the notification).
- ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Any other documents mentioned in the official notification.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Proof of age (birth certificate, 10th certificate, etc.).
- Experience certificates from previous employers.
- Passport-sized photographs (as specified in the notification).
- ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Any other documents mentioned in the official notification.
đŗ Application Fee Details
- No application fee is applicable for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS).
â Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the NBT Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the offline application for the NBT Recruitment 2026 is 01 August 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues.
Q.
How many vacancies are available in the NBT Recruitment 2026?
A total of 5 vacancies are available for various posts, including Consultant Grade-II (For Exhibition), Consultant Grade-I (For Exhibition), Literary Festival Curator, Cultural Curator (Events & Exhibition), and Content Writer.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for the Consultant Grade-II (For Exhibition) post?
For the Consultant Grade-II (For Exhibition) post, candidates need a Master's degree in a relevant subject or a degree earned after 4 years of study post 10+2, along with extensive experience in event management and literary festivals.
Q.
What is the age limit for the posts advertised by NBT?
The maximum age limit for all the posts advertised by the National Book Trust is 50 years. There are no specific minimum age limits mentioned for most of the roles.
Q.
Is there any application fee for NBT Recruitment 2026?
No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) in the official notification for the NBT Recruitment 2026.