Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is expected to release the official JNU Exam Date 2026 for 267 Non-Teaching vacancies across Group A, B, and C categories. Stay informed about the exam schedule, eligibility requirements, selection criteria, salary scales, and essential recruitment updates.
JNU Exam Date 2026 Schedule
Candidates who applied for the 267 Group A, B, and C Non-Teaching positions at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) are currently awaiting the official JNU Exam Date 2026. Once finalized, the official examination schedule will be published on the JNU recruitment website. We advise aspirants to monitor the official portal regularly and maintain consistent preparation as they await the announcement.
JNU Recruitment 2026: Overview
JNU has officially notified 267 vacancies for diverse Group A, B, and C Non-Teaching roles. Applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria, post-specific vacancy distribution, application fee structure, selection methodology, and the detailed exam pattern to ensure full compliance with recruitment standards.
JNU Notification 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization |
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
|
| Advertisement No. | 01/RC(NT)/2026 |
| Recruitment |
JNU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
|
| Total Vacancies | 267 |
| Posts |
Group A, B & C Non-Teaching Posts
|
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Selection Process |
Written Test, Skill/Trade Test (where applicable), Interview (Group A only), Document Verification
|
| Official Website | jnu.ac.in |
JNU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | Active |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
27 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
|
| Admit Card |
To be announced
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| Written Examination |
To be announced
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JNU Non-Teaching Vacancy 2026 Breakdown
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
| Executive Engineer (Electrical) | A | 1 |
| Executive Engineer (Civil) | A | 1 |
| Assistant Librarian | A | 3 |
| Assistant Registrar | A | 1 |
| Public Relation Officer | A | 1 |
| Research Officer | A | 2 |
| System Analyst | A | 3 |
| Curator | A | 1 |
| Section Officer | B | 1 |
| Private Secretary | B | 2 |
| Senior Assistant | B | 8 |
| Personal Assistant | B | 8 |
| Professional Assistant | B | 2 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | B | 2 |
| Computer Operator | B | 1 |
| Assistant Archivist | B | 1 |
| Semi-Professional Assistant | C | 7 |
| Assistant Manager (Guest House) | C | 1 |
| Statistical Assistant | C | 1 |
| Assistant | C | 5 |
| Stenographer | C | 20 |
| Laboratory Assistant | C | 4 |
| Draftsman | C | 1 |
| Works Assistant | C | 19 |
| Lift Operator | C | 2 |
| Junior Assistant | C | 46 |
| Cook | C | 27 |
| Multi Tasking Staff | C | 15 |
| Mess Helper | C | 30 |
| Engineering Attendant / Khalasi | C | 30 |
| Laboratory Attendant | C | 8 |
| Library Attendant | C | 2 |
| Animal Attendant | C | 4 |
| Groundsman | C | 3 |
| Anti-Malaria Worker | C | 4 |
| Total | 267 |
JNU Non-Teaching Eligibility Criteria
Before finalizing your application, please verify that you meet the specified eligibility standards for your target post, including essential educational qualifications and any mandatory professional experience required by the university.
| Post Name |
Essential Qualification
|
| Executive Engineer (Electrical) |
B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering with 55% marks and 10 years’ regular service as AE Electrical in Level 7 or 5 years as AEE Electrical in Level 10
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| Executive Engineer (Civil) |
B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering with 55% marks and 10 years’ regular service as AE Civil in Level 7 or 5 years as AEE Civil in Level 10
|
| Assistant Librarian |
Master’s in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation Science with 55% marks, NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms
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| Assistant Registrar |
Master’s degree with 55% marks
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| Public Relation Officer |
Master’s in Journalism and Mass Communication with 55% marks and 5 years’ experience
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| Research Officer |
Master’s degree in a relevant field with 55% marks and 8 years’ experience
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| System Analyst |
B.E./B.Tech. in CSE/ECE with 5 years’ experience or M.E./M.Tech./MCA etc. with 3 years’ experience
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| Curator |
Master’s in Science / B.E./B.Tech. /PhD in Science or Engineering with 8 years’ experience
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| Section Officer |
Bachelor’s degree with 3 years as Senior Assistant or 8 years as Assistant
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| Private Secretary |
Bachelor’s degree, stenography speed, typing speed, and 3 years’ experience as PA or 5 years as Stenographer
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| Senior Assistant |
Bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience as UDC or equivalent
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| Personal Assistant |
Bachelor’s degree, stenography, typing speed, 2 years’ experience
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| Professional Assistant |
Master’s or Bachelor’s in Library & Information Science with experience
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| Junior Engineer (Civil) |
B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering with 1 year of experience or Diploma in Civil Engineering with 3 years’ experience
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| Computer Operator |
B.E./B.Tech. in CS/IT with 50% marks and 5 years’ experience
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| Assistant Archivist |
Bachelor’s in History / Diploma in Library Science or Archival Studies + Computer diploma + 5 years’ experience
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| Semi-Professional Assistant |
Master’s in Library Science and Information Science or Bachelor’s in Library & Information Science with 2 years’ experience
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| Assistant Manager (Guest House) |
Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management with relevant hotel experience
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| Statistical Assistant |
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics / Mathematics with Statistics / Economics with Statistics / Commerce with Statistics
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| Assistant |
Bachelor’s degree, 2 years’ experience, typing speed, and computer proficiency
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| Stenographer |
Bachelor’s degree, stenography speed, typing speed, and computer knowledge
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| Laboratory Assistant |
Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience in lab instruments
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| Draftsman |
Diploma / ITI in relevant field with 5 years’ experience
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| Works Assistant |
ITI diploma in relevant trade with 5 years’ experience
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| Lift Operator |
ITI diploma or 10th pass with valid lift operator license and 2 years’ experience
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| Junior Assistant |
Bachelor’s degree, typing speed, and computer proficiency
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| Cook |
10th pass + ITI in Bakery & Confectionery + 3 years’ experience
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| MTS | 10th pass |
| Mess Helper |
10th pass + 3 years’ experience
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| Engineering Attendant / Khalasi |
ITI diploma in relevant trade + 2 years’ experience
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| Laboratory Attendant |
10+2 with Science or 10th with Science + skill certificate
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| Library Attendant |
10+2 + Library Science certificate + 1 year experience
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| Animal Attendant |
12th pass with Biology + 3 years’ experience
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| Groundsman |
10th pass + 3 years’ experience
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| Anti-Malaria Worker |
10th pass + 5 years’ experience
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Age Limit Requirements
The upper age limit thresholds are subject to variation depending on the specific Group A, B, or C post for which the candidate has applied.
| Post / Category | Upper Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Executive Engineer posts | 45 years |
| Most other posts | 40 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years relaxation |
| PwD | 10 years relaxation |
| PwD + OBC (NCL) | 13 years relaxation |
| PwD + SC / ST | 15 years relaxation |
| Ex-servicemen / commissioned officers | As per GoI norms |
| Regular JNU employees | No upper age limit, subject to conditions |
Official JNU Apply Online 2026 Portal
Eligible candidates must complete their online application submission via the official JNU recruitment portal. Offline applications or submissions made through unauthorized platforms will not be processed. Use the direct link provided below to access the official site.
JNU Non-Teaching Application Portal (Status: Window Closed)
How to Apply for JNU Non-Teaching Posts
Follow these systematic steps to successfully complete your recruitment application:
- Visit the official JNU recruitment portal.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all details before submitting the application.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Mandatory Documents for JNU Recruitment
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph
- Signature
- Educational Certificates
- Experience Certificates (if applicable)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Government-issued Photo ID
- No Objection Certificate (for employed candidates)
Application Fee Details
| Post Group | Category | Fee |
| Group A | UR / EWS / OBC | Rs. 1,500 |
| Group A | SC / ST / Women | Rs. 1,000 |
| Group A | PwD | Nil |
| Group B and C | UR / EWS / OBC | Rs. 1,000 |
| Group B and C | SC / ST / Women | Rs. 600 |
| Group B and C | PwD | Nil |
JNU Non-Teaching Selection Process Stages
The selection workflow for JNU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 varies by position. Refer to the table below to understand the specific testing stages and criteria applicable to your desired role.
| Post Group |
Selection Process
|
| Group A |
Written Test + Interview/Personality Test
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| Group B |
Written Test + Skill Test wherever applicable
|
| Group C |
Written Test + Skill Test wherever applicable
|
| Typing/Stenography Posts |
Qualifying skill test
|
| No interview posts |
Group B and Group C posts
|
JNU Non-Teaching Exam Pattern 2026
The recruitment examination for JNU Non-Teaching posts consists of two distinct papers designed to evaluate candidate proficiency.
| Paper | Sections | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Paper I | General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematical Ability, English/Hindi, Computer Awareness | 150 | 300 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | Post-specific domain knowledge | 50 | 100 | 1.5 hours |
Paper 1: Objective (MCQ) Format
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Objective Type (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
| Sections | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 30 | 60 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 70 |
| Mathematical Ability | 35 | 70 |
| Test of Language (English/Hindi) | 30 | 60 |
| Computer Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
JNU Non-Teaching Skill Test 2026
| S. No. | Post |
Skill Test Details
|
| 1 | Private Secretary |
Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying)
• Dictation: 10 Minutes @ 120 WPM (English) / 100 WPM (Hindi) • Transcription: 50 Minutes (English) / 60 Minutes (Hindi) • Maximum permissible mistakes: 5% |
| 2 | Personal Assistant |
Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying)
• Dictation: 10 Minutes @ 100 WPM (English/Hindi) • Transcription: 40 Minutes (English) / 55 Minutes (Hindi) • Maximum permissible mistakes: 5% |
| 3 | Stenographer |
Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying)
• Dictation: 10 Minutes @ 80 WPM (English/Hindi) • Transcription: 50 Minutes (English) / 65 Minutes (Hindi) • Maximum permissible mistakes: 5% |
| 4 | Assistant |
Typing Skill Test (Qualifying) – 35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi
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| 5 | Junior Assistant |
Typing Skill Test (Qualifying) – 35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi
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Interview and Personality Assessment (Group A)
A mandatory 100-mark interview/personality assessment is conducted exclusively for candidates shortlisted for Group A positions.
| Particular | Details |
| Applicable For |
Group A Posts Only
|
| Maximum Marks | 100 Marks |
| Assessment Criteria |
Academic qualifications, relevant experience, communication skills, general awareness, problem-solving ability, extracurricular activities, and overall personality
|
| Weightage |
Written Test (Paper I & II): 70%
Interview/Personality Test: 30% |
JNU Salary Structure by Pay Level
| Pay Level | Posts Included |
| Level 11 |
Executive Engineer (Electrical), Executive Engineer (Civil)
|
| Level 10 |
Assistant Librarian, Assistant Registrar, PRO, Research Officer, System Analyst, Curator
|
| Level 7 |
Section Officer, Private Secretary
|
| Level 6 |
Senior Assistant, Personal Assistant, Professional Assistant, Junior Engineer (Civil), Computer Operator, Assistant Archivist
|
| Level 5 |
Semi Professional Assistant, Assistant Manager (Guest House), Statistical Assistant
|
| Level 4 |
Assistant, Stenographer, Laboratory Assistant, Draftsman
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| Level 3 |
Works Assistant
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| Level 2 |
Lift Operator, Junior Assistant, Cook
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| Level 1 |
MTS, Mess Helper, Engineering Attendant/Khalasi, Laboratory Attendant, Library Attendant, Animal Attendant, Groundsman, Anti-Malaria Worker
|
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many total vacancies are available in JNU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 267 vacancies available across Group A, Group B, and Group C categories.
Is an interview mandatory for every position?
No, interviews are only required for Group A posts. Group B and Group C positions follow a written exam/skill test process without an interview.
Does the written exam follow negative marking?
Yes, there is a penalty of 1/4th mark deducted for every incorrect response provided during the written test.