Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi has released the IIT BHU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 notification, inviting applications for 55 posts across Administrative, Technical, Library, Engineering, and Rajbhasha cadres, including Junior Superintendent, Junior Technician, Assistant Engineer, and Junior Translation Officer. The online application window is open from 25 August 2026 to 24 September 2026 (till 5:00 PM) through the SAMARTH Portal, and candidates must also send a physical copy of their application by Speed Post within 7 days of the deadline.
Candidates preparing for IIT BHU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 can check the complete details of the recruitment, including eligibility criteria, important dates, application fee, selection process, salary and other important information, in this article.
IIT (BHU) has invited online applications for 55 Non-Teaching posts — Junior Superintendent, Junior Technician, Junior Library Assistant, Assistant Engineer, Junior Engineer, and Junior Translation Officer — across Administrative, Technical, Library, Engineering, and Rajbhasha cadres.
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Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi is an Institute of National Importance established under an Act of Parliament, engaged in engineering and technology education and research. Through this recruitment, IIT (BHU) is filling 55 Non-Teaching vacancies across Administrative, Technical, Library, Engineering, and Rajbhasha cadres.
Applications must be submitted online through the SAMARTH Portal — no other mode of submission will be entertained. Candidates must also send a printed copy of their application with supporting documents by Speed Post within 7 days of the closing date.
Recruitment Overview
Here’s a quick snapshot of the basic details of this recruitment before we dive into the specifics.
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | 03/2026-27, dated 24 Aug 2026 |
| Post Names | Junior Superintendent, Junior Technician (Groups I–V), Junior Library Assistant, Assistant Engineer, Junior Engineer, Junior Translation Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 55 |
| Cadres | Administrative, Technical, Library, Engineering, Rajbhasha |
| Application Mode | Online via SAMARTH Portal only |
| Official Portal | iitbhunt.samarth.edu.in |
Important Dates
The online application window closes on 24 September 2026 at 5:00 PM — don’t leave your application till the last minute since a physical copy must follow it too.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 Sep 2026 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Send Printout by Speed Post | Within 7 days of 24 Sep 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 24 Sep 2026 (last date of application) |
Application Fee
Fee depends on the post’s Group (B or C) and is waived for several categories.
| Post Group | Category | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Group B | Other than SC/ST/PwD/all-Female candidates | ₹500 |
| Group B | SC/ST/PwD/all-Female candidates | Nil |
| Group C | Other than SC/ST/PwD/all-Female candidates | ₹250 |
| Group C | SC/ST/PwD/all-Female candidates | Nil |
Vacancy Details
A total of 55 posts are on offer across five cadres. Here’s the post-wise, group, and pay level breakup:
| Post Code | Post Name | Group | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26118 | Junior Superintendent | B | 6 | 21 |
| 26119 | Junior Technician (Group-I) | C | 3 | 4 |
| 26120 | Junior Technician (Group-II) | C | 3 | 11 |
| 26121 | Junior Technician (Group-III) | C | 3 | 3 |
| 26122 | Junior Technician (Group-IV) | C | 3 | 4 |
| 26123 | Junior Technician (Group-V) | C | 3 | 4 |
| 26124 | Junior Library Assistant | C | 3 | 2 |
| 26125 | Assistant Engineer | B | 8 | 2 |
| 26126 | Junior Engineer | B | 6 | 3 |
| 26127 | Junior Translation Officer | B | 6 | 1 |
| Total | 55 | |||
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Superintendent | 10 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Junior Technician (Gr-I) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Junior Technician (Gr-II) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Junior Technician (Gr-III) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Junior Technician (Gr-IV) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Junior Technician (Gr-V) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Junior Library Assistant | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assistant Engineer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Junior Engineer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Translation Officer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Educational Qualification
Qualification and experience requirements are specific to each post and branch — check carefully before applying, since eligibility is assessed as on the last date of application.
| Post | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| Junior Superintendent | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (55%+) with 3 years’ experience at Pay Level-5 or equivalent (or 8 years at Level-3 or above) in Central/State Govt., Autonomous Bodies, PSUs, or Research Organizations; proficiency in MS Office required |
| Junior Technician (Gr-I) – Chemistry/Physics | Bachelor’s degree in Science with Chemistry/Physics as a subject (55%+); MS Office proficiency required |
| Junior Technician (Gr-II) – Mechanical/Metallurgical/Ceramic/Materials Science | Bachelor’s in Engineering (55%+) in relevant branch, OR 3-year Diploma (55%+) with 1 year relevant experience |
| Junior Technician (Gr-III) – Electrical/Electronics | Bachelor’s in Engineering (55%+) in relevant branch, OR 3-year Diploma (55%+) with 1 year relevant experience |
| Junior Technician (Gr-IV) – Civil/Architecture/Mining | Bachelor’s in Engineering/B.Arch (55%+) in relevant branch, OR 3-year Diploma (55%+) with 1 year relevant experience |
| Junior Technician (Gr-V) – Computer Science/CCIS | Bachelor’s in Engineering (55%+) in CS/IT, OR 3-year Diploma (55%+) with 1 year relevant experience |
| Junior Library Assistant | Bachelor’s in Library & Info. Science (55%+), OR Diploma in Library & Info. Science (55%+) with a Bachelor’s degree, OR 2-year integrated M.Lib. & Info. Sc. (55%+) |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) | Bachelor’s/Diploma in Civil/Electrical Engineering with 5 years (degree) or 8 years (diploma) of post-qualification experience at Level-6 or above |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | B.E/B.Tech (55%+) in Civil with 2 years post-qualification experience, OR 3-year Diploma (55%+) with 3 years experience |
| Junior Translation Officer | Bachelor’s degree in Hindi with 3 years’ translation experience (English–Hindi both ways) of technical/non-technical content in Govt./PSU/Autonomous bodies |
Age Limit
Upper age limit is calculated as on the last date of submission of the online application (24 September 2026), and varies by post.
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Superintendent | 35 years |
| Junior Technician (all Groups) | 27 years |
| Junior Library Assistant | 30 years |
| Assistant Engineer | 40 years |
| Junior Engineer | 35 years |
| Junior Translation Officer | 35 years |
Selection Process
Selection is a multi-stage shortlisting and evaluation process, which can vary by post:
- Application Screening: Applications are screened based on the data submitted online. The Institute may apply more stringent shortlisting criteria than the minimum advertised eligibility, and candidates with higher qualifications/merit may be preferred.
- Screening Test / Written Test: Wherever applicable for a post, conducted before further stages.
- Presentation / Group Discussion: May be conducted for certain posts as part of the evaluation.
- Personal Interview: The final stage for shortlisted candidates.
- Document Verification: Original documents are verified before final appointment; NOC and Vigilance Clearance are required for candidates already in Government/Autonomous Body service.
Documents & Post-Application Requirement
This recruitment has a two-step submission process — online application alone is not enough.
- Self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents mentioned in your online application
- Experience Certificate(s) in the prescribed Annexure-A format, issued on the organization’s letterhead
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Vigilance Clearance, for candidates currently serving in Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Bodies/Educational Institutions
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) as per GOI format; OBC non-creamy-layer certificate must not be older than 6 months
How to Apply Online?
Applications are accepted only through the SAMARTH Portal. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the SAMARTH Portal at iitbhunt.samarth.edu.in and read the full advertisement and General Instructions before applying.
- Register using a valid, active email ID — all further correspondence will be sent only by email, so make sure your inbox has enough storage.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details carefully. Once submitted, no changes or corrections are allowed under any circumstances.
- Upload all supporting documents relevant to your qualification, experience, and category, along with the NOC/Vigilance Clearance if currently employed in government service.
- Pay the applicable application fee online through Internet Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI.
- Submit the form and download/print a copy of your final application for your records.
- Send the printed application, along with self-attested documents and the Annexure-A experience certificate, by Speed Post to The Registrar, IIT (BHU), Varanasi – 221005, within 7 days of the closing date.
Important Links
Use the links below to apply online and access the official notification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Conclusion
IIT BHU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is a strong opportunity to join a premier Institute of National Importance across Administrative, Technical, Library, Engineering, and Rajbhasha roles, with 55 vacancies on offer.
Read the official advertisement and General Instructions carefully, confirm your eligibility for your target post, and complete both the online application and the mandatory Speed Post submission well before the deadlines. Best of luck with your application!