Recruitment at a Glance
- Recruitment notification name
- Delhi University Recruitment 2026
- Post / posts
- Senior Assistant and Assistant
- Total vacancies
- 126
- Post-wise vacancies
- Senior Assistant:46
Assistant: 80 - Salary / pay scale
- ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
- Post-wise salary
- Senior Assistant:₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Assistant:₹25,500 – ₹81,100 - Hiring organisation
- Delhi University
- Application fee
- General : ₹1,000
OBC (NCL) / EWS / Female Candidates: ₹800
SC / ST / PwBD: ₹600
Eligibility at a Glance
- Qualification
- Senior Assistant: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
Assistant:Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University. - Special qualification
- Senior Assistant:Candidates should have proficiency in computer applications, noting and drafting.
Assistant:
Typing Requirement: English typing speed of 35 WPM or Hindi typing speed of 30 WPM.
Additional Skills: Proficiency in computer operations is required - Experience
- Senior Assistant:A minimum of three years' experience as an Assistant or equivalent in Pay Level 4 is required. Experience must be acquired in Central/State Government, Universities, PSUs.
Assistant:A minimum of two years' experience as Junior Assistant or equivalent in a University, Research Establishment, Central/State Government, PSU - Age limit and relaxation
- Maximum Age: 35 years for Senior Assistant
32 years for Assistant - Nationality
- Indian
- Who can apply
- Indian citizens from any state
Important Dates
- Official notification date
- 2026-10-19
- Application start date
- 2026-10-23
- Last date to apply
- 2026-11-09
- Exam dates — one stage per line
- To be announced
Official Links
- Official recruitment website URL
- Official website ↗
- Official notification PDF URL
- Download notification ↗
- Apply online URL
- Apply online ↗
- Test link
- Free / related test ↗
- Typing test URL
- Typing test ↗
- Course link
- Explore course ↗
- Join WhatsApp Community URL
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Selection Process
- Exam pattern and selection process
- selection process
Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination: Objective-type MCQ examination used for shortlisting candidates.
Stage 2 – Main Examination: Descriptive examination for determining merit.
Skill Test: Qualifying examination evaluating the practical skills required for the respective post.
Document Verification: Verification of eligibility, qualifications, experience and other relevant documents.
Exam pattern
The University of Delhi Assistant Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of two stages: Stage 1 (Preliminary Examination) and Stage 2 (Main Examination followed by Skill Test). The Preliminary Examination will be an objective-type (MCQ) test consisting of 100 questions carrying 200 marks, with a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. The examination will include General Studies (20 questions), Reasoning (20 questions), General Mathematical Ability (20 questions), and Administration of Higher Educational Institutions (40 questions). Each correct answer will carry 2 marks, while 0.5 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer. The Preliminary Examination will be conducted only for shortlisting candidates and its marks will not be included in the final merit.
The Main Examination will be descriptive in nature, carrying 200 marks with a duration of 2 hours. Questions will cover Educational Administration and Management and the functional aspects of rules applicable to Higher Educational Institutions. Candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination must also appear for the Skill Test, which will assess knowledge of office procedures, noting and drafting, computer operations, and English typing at 35 WPM or Hindi typing at 30 WPM. The Skill Test will carry 100 marks, with 50 marks required to qualify. It will be qualifying in nature and its marks will not be added to the final merit. The final selection will be based on marks obtained in the Main Examination, subject to qualifying the Skill Test and fulfilling all eligibility requirements. The examination papers will be bilingual (English and Hindi), and candidates must use the same chosen language throughout. - Syllabus PDF / video URL
- View syllabus ↗
- Actual duties / job description
- Delhi University Assistant (Pay Level 4)
The University of Delhi Assistant is an administrative position responsible for supporting the day-to-day functioning of university offices and departments. Typical duties may include handling official files and records, preparing notes and drafts, managing correspondence, performing computer-based administrative work, maintaining documents, and assisting senior officials with office procedures. The role may also involve processing administrative information, coordinating departmental activities, and supporting the implementation of university rules and regulations. Candidates must possess proficiency in computer operations, noting and drafting, and typing skills of 35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi.
Senior Assistant – Job Description
The Senior Assistant at the University of Delhi is responsible for supporting the efficient functioning of university administrative offices. The role involves managing administrative activities, maintaining official records, preparing notes and drafts, processing correspondence, handling files, and assisting in the implementation of university rules, regulations, policies and office procedures.
The position requires knowledge of educational administration, financial procedures, computer applications, office management and official documentation. The Senior Assistant may also assist with budget-related work, procurement procedures, employee service matters, pension-related documentation and grievance handling.
The role involves coordinating with university departments, supporting senior administrative officers, ensuring timely processing of official work and maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in administrative records.
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