Delhi University Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 126 Senior Assistant, Assistant Posts

The University of Delhi has advertised 126 vacancies for Senior Assistant and Assistant posts. The PwBD reservations are horizontal and included within the notified vacancies. Applicants from UR, SC, ST, OBC and EWS categories may claim eligible PwBD reservations, subject to the disability conditions. The notification states that if an identified PwBD vacancy remains unfilled, one corresponding UR vacancy will be kept vacant.

126 vacancies

Delhi University Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities

Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications and work experience on the applicable closing date. Eligibility differs between Senior Assistant and Assistant posts. Experience Requirement: Candidates must have three years of experience as Assistant or equivalent in Level 4 in Central/State Government, universities, PSUs or Central/State Autonomous Bodies. Equivalent-pay experience in reputed private companies or corporate banks having a minimum annual turnover of Rs. 200 crore is also permitted under the notification. Experience Requirement: Candidates must have two years of experience as Junior Assistant or equivalent in a university, research establishment, Central/State Government, PSU or autonomous body. Equivalent-pay experience in reputed private companies or corporate banks with a minimum annual turnover of Rs. 200 crore is also permitted. Typing Requirement: As

Senior Assistant Qualification and Experience

Assistant Qualification and Experience

Age relaxation is applicable to eligible SC, ST, OBC (Central List), PwBD, ex-servicemen and other specified categories according to Central Government orders adopted by the University of Delhi. Eligible applicants with at least three years of regular service in the same or allied field in prescribed government, university, autonomous or PSU organizations may receive relaxation up to five years or the number of completed years of qualifying service, whichever is less. The prescribed direct-recruitment upper age limit is not insisted upon for eligible departmental candidates of the University or its colleges. Specified University/college contractual, daily-wage or ad hoc employees with at least one year of service may receive a one-time exemption, subject to the conditions in the notification. The special exemption does not extend to employees working through outsourced agencies or projec

The University has specified the following pay levels under the 7th Central Pay Commission.

The prescribed application fee is non-refundable. Incomplete applications or applications submitted without the required fee, where applicable, will be rejected.

Both posts follow a two-stage recruitment framework consisting of preliminary shortlisting and final assessment. Stage 1: Preliminary MCQ Examination for shortlisting candidates. Stage 2: Descriptive Main Examination followed by a qualifying Skill Test. Verification of educational qualifications, experience, reservation claims and other supporting documents. Final merit preparation according to Main Examination performance, subject to qualifying the Skill Test and prescribed rules. Merit Clarification: The Preliminary Examination is used only for shortlisting and does not carry weightage in the final assessment. The Skill Test is qualifying in nature.

Exam Type: Multiple-Choice Questions Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes Correct Answer: 2 Marks Negative Marking: 0.5 Mark per Incorrect Answer Purpose: Shortlisting for the Main Examination The skill test assesses management of university administrative units, understanding of office procedures, knowledge of information technology, noting and drafting.

Stage 1 - Preliminary Examination

Stage 2 - Senior Assistant Main Examination

Senior Assistant Skill Test

Exam Type: MCQ Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes Marks per Question: 2 Negative Marking: 0.5 Mark per Incorrect Answer Purpose: Shortlisting for the Main Examination The qualifying Skill Test assesses office procedures, noting and drafting, computer operations and typing proficiency.

Stage 1 - Assistant Preliminary Examination

Stage 2 - Assistant Main Examination

Assistant Skill Test

The following rules apply to the preliminary examination and final selection process. The Preliminary Examination is conducted in English and Hindi. Candidates may answer in either language but must use the same language throughout. Each preliminary question carries two marks, with a deduction of 0.5 mark for every incorrect answer. The preliminary qualifying cut-off is calculated using 50% of the average score of the top 5% of candidates, subject to the alternative calculation specified where fewer than two candidates qualify for that group. The notification allows 5% relaxation in the qualifying cut-off for SC/ST and 10% for PwBD candidates. Shortlisting for the Main Examination follows the prescribed vacancy-based ratio, with tied candidates at the cut-off also shortlisted. Final merit is based on the Main Examination, subject to qualifying the Skill Test and eligibility verification.

The preliminary and main examinations cover general aptitude and university administrative knowledge. General Knowledge and Current Affairs General Science Indian History and National Movement Indian Constitution and Polity Indian Economy and Geography Reasoning and Analytical Ability Decision Making and Data Interpretation Mathematics and Statistical Calculations University Administration and Higher Education Policies University Acts, Statutes and Ordinances Educational Administration and Management Higher Education System and Regulatory Bodies Financial Administration and Budget Preparation Information and Communication Technology in University Administration Fundamental Rules and Supplementary Rules General Financial Rules Government Procurement through GeM Pension Rules and Grievance Handling Application of Administrative Rules in Higher Educational Institutions

Certificate Validity: The notification specifies OBC Non-Creamy Layer and EWS certificate conditions for the 2026-27 recruitment year. Applicants must ensure that their certificates meet the prescribed issuing-date and validity requirements.