Quick Info
- Organization
- University of Delhi (DU)
- Post Name
- Senior Assistant (ND0601), Assistant (ND0401)
- Total Vacancies
- 126
- Last Date
- Last Date: 9 November 2026 (or two weeks from publication in Employment News, whichever is later)
Apply link & official notification are in the Important Links section below ↓
Table of Contents
✓ Last verified on 28 October 2026 from official notification
DU Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the University of Delhi through Advertisement No. R&P/323/2026 dated 19 October 2026. The university will fill 126 non-teaching posts in total: 46 Senior Assistant (Pay Level 6) and 80 Assistant (Pay Level 4) vacancies. Applications are online only, and the last date is 9 November 2026 or two weeks from the date of publication in the Employment News, whichever is later.
If you hold a graduate degree and already have university or government office experience, this is a useful opening to look at. Read the details below before you fill the form, and keep the official notification from the University of Delhi website open for reference.
DU Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | University of Delhi (DU) |
| Post Name | Senior Assistant (ND0601), Assistant (ND0401) |
| Advertisement / Notification Number | R&P/323/2026 dated 19.10.2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Total Vacancies: 126 |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.du.ac.in |
| Apply Start Date | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
| Last Date to Apply | Last Date: 9 November 2026 (or two weeks from publication in Employment News, whichever is later) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Assistant (ND0601) | 46 UR 21, SC 6, ST 3, OBC 12, EWS 4 PwBD: 2 (LD 1, HI 1) |
Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant (ND0401) | 80 UR 35, SC 11, ST 6, OBC 21, EWS 7 PwBD: 4 (LD 1, HI 2, OBD 1) |
Pay Level 4 (7th CPC) |
Candidates of any category may apply for PwBD-reserved vacancies, but those posts are filled only by PwBD candidates of the respective category. If a PwBD vacancy remains unfilled, one UR vacancy is kept vacant.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification | Additional Requirement / Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Assistant | Bachelor’s degree from any recognized university or institution | Three years as Assistant or equivalent at Level 4 in a Central/State Government body, university, PSU or Central/State autonomous body. Equivalent pay in a reputed private company or corporate bank with annual turnover of at least Rs. 200 crore also counts. |
| Assistant | Bachelor’s degree from any recognized institute or university | Two years as Junior Assistant or equivalent in a university, research establishment, Central/State Government body, PSU or autonomous body (equivalent private/corporate bank experience as above). Typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi. |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: Not Mentioned in Official Notification
- Maximum Age: 35 years for Senior Assistant and 32 years for Assistant
- Age Calculation Date: Closing date of the advertisement
- Age Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxable for SC, ST, OBC (Central List), PwBD, Ex-servicemen and other specified categories as per Central Government orders. A further relaxation of up to 5 years (or completed years of service, whichever is less) applies to those with at least 3 years of regular service in the same or allied field in eligible organizations.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,000 | Online |
| OBC (NCL), EWS and Female | Rs. 800 | Online |
| SC, ST and PwBD | Rs. 600 | Online |
Fees are non-refundable. Applicants who applied for Senior Assistant or Assistant under Advt. No. R&P/311/2024 (dated 12.12.2024) are exempt from the fee.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 9 November 2026 (or two weeks from publication in Employment News, whichever is later) |
Selection Process
Both posts follow the same stages:
- Preliminary Test (shortlisting only, no weight in final result): 100 MCQs, 200 marks, 2 hours 30 minutes. Subjects are General Knowledge/General Studies (20), Reasoning (20), General Mathematical Ability (20) and Administration of Higher Educational Institutions (40). Each wrong answer carries a 0.5 mark deduction.
- Main Examination (descriptive, decides merit): 200 marks, 2 hours, on Educational Administration and Management and the rules applicable in higher educational institutions.
- Skill Test (qualifying only): 100 marks, with 50 required to qualify. For Assistant it includes computer operations and typing speed.
- Document verification and final merit list from candidates who completed both the Main Examination and the Skill Test.
Shortlisting is done at 30 applications per vacant post, plus 15 for each additional post. The cut-off is 50% of the average score of the top 5% of test-takers, with a 5% relaxation for SC/ST and 10% for PwBD candidates.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website www.du.ac.in and open “Work with DU” under Advertisement – Departments, or use the online application link given below.
- Read Advt. No. R&P/323/2026 and the qualification, vacancy and instruction documents carefully.
- Register and fill in the online application form with correct details.
- Upload the required certificates, including category, EWS or PwBD certificates where applicable.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form before the last date.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application. All correspondence is sent only to the email ID given in the application.
For technical problems, candidates can write to non_teaching_rec@admin.du.ac.in.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many posts are there in DU Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are 126 posts: 46 Senior Assistant and 80 Assistant.
2. What is the last date to apply?
9 November 2026, or two weeks from the date of publication in the Employment News, whichever is later.
3. What is the maximum age limit?
35 years for Senior Assistant and 32 years for Assistant, with relaxation as per rules.
4. What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,000 for General, Rs. 800 for OBC (NCL), EWS and Female candidates, and Rs. 600 for SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
5. Is typing speed required?
Yes, for the Assistant post: 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi.
6. What is the selection process?
A preliminary test for shortlisting, a descriptive Main Examination and a qualifying Skill Test, followed by document verification.
Disclaimer
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.
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