- National Book Trust (NBT) invites applications for 17 Editorial Assistant positions on a contract basis.
- Positions are available for regional languages, including Telugu, Kannada, Odia, Gujarati, Malayalam, Bodo, Dogri, Kashmiri, Konkani, Manipuri, Maithali, Nepali, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Santhali, Punjabi, and Hindi.
- The recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies in editorial support roles for promoting literature in Indian languages.
- Applications must be submitted online only through the official NBT website.
NBT
Active Listing
🎓 Graduate
🎓 Master's Degree
National Book Trust Editorial Assistant Recruitment 2026
National Book Trust
Total Vacancies
17
Job Location
All India (contract-based, posting location not specified)
Apply Deadline
30 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Book Trust (NBT) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹45,000 - ₹55,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned in the official notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum Qualification: Graduation (any discipline) from a recognized university.
- Desirable Qualification: Master’s Degree in the specified regional language for the respective post.
- Age Limit: Maximum age of 40 years as of the notification date (15 September 2026).
- No age relaxation details specified in the notification.
- Desirable Qualification: Master’s Degree in the specified regional language for the respective post.
- Age Limit: Maximum age of 40 years as of the notification date (15 September 2026).
- No age relaxation details specified in the notification.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection process details not explicitly mentioned in the notification. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for further instructions.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Not explicitly listed in the notification. Typically, candidates may need to upload:
• Passport-sized photograph
• Signature in prescribed format
• Educational certificates (Graduation/Master’s Degree, if applicable)
• Proof of age (if required)
• Passport-sized photograph
• Signature in prescribed format
• Educational certificates (Graduation/Master’s Degree, if applicable)
• Proof of age (if required)
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee mentioned in the official notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the National Book Trust Editorial Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 17 vacancies for Editorial Assistant posts across various regional languages.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the National Book Trust Editorial Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 September 2026.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for the Editorial Assistant post?
The minimum qualification is a Graduation degree, and a Master’s Degree in the specified regional language is desirable.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the National Book Trust Editorial Assistant Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.
Q.
What is the salary range for the Editorial Assistant positions?
The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 55,000.