The Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi has announced recruitment for 55 non‑faculty posts across Administrative, Technical, Library, Engineering and Rajbhasha cadres for the year 2026‑27. Applications are to be submitted online via the SAMARTH portal, followed by a physical copy sent by speed post.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi |
| Post Name |
Non‑Faculty Posts (Admin, Technical, Library, Engg, Rajbhasha) |
| Total Vacancies |
55 |
| Application Mode |
Online via SAMARTH Portal (followed by Speed Post) |
| Start Date |
25 August 2026 |
| Last Date |
24 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Website |
Not specified in source |
Post & Organization Details
The IIT (BHU) is an Institute of National Importance established under an Act of Parliament. The recruitment is for regular appointments with probation, based on shortlisting and a selection process. Candidates must submit a physical copy of the application within 7 days after the online deadline.
Vacancy Details
| Post Code |
Post Name |
No. of Posts |
| 26118 |
Junior Superintendent |
21 (UR‑10, OBC‑5, SC‑3, ST‑1, EWS‑2; incl. 1 PwBD) |
| 26119 |
Junior Technician (Group‑I) – Chemistry/Physics |
4 (UR‑2, ST‑1, EWS‑1) |
| 26120 |
Junior Technician (Group‑II) – Mechanical/Metallurgical/Ceramic/Materials Sc. |
11 (UR‑4, OBC‑2, SC‑1, ST‑2, EWS‑2) |
| 26121 |
Junior Technician (Group‑III) – Electrical/Electronics |
3 (UR‑1, OBC‑1, SC‑1) |
| 26122 |
Junior Technician (Group‑IV) – Civil/Architecture/Mining |
4 (UR‑2, SC‑1, ST‑1) |
| 26123 |
Junior Technician (Group‑V) – Computer Sc. & Engg./CCIS |
4 (UR‑2, OBC‑1, ST‑1) |
| 26124 |
Junior Library Assistant |
2 (UR‑1, OBC‑1) |
| 26125 |
Assistant Engineer |
2 (UR‑1, OBC‑1) |
| 26126 |
Junior Engineer |
3 (UR‑2, EWS‑1) |
| 26127 |
Junior Translation Officer |
1 (UR‑1) |
| Total: 55 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post |
Essential Qualification & Experience |
| Junior Superintendent |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline (min. 55%); 3 years experience at Level 5 (or equivalent) or 8 years at Level 3 or above in Central/State Govt./Autonomous Bodies/PSUs/Research Organizations; proficiency in MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint. |
| Junior Technician (Group‑I) |
Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Chemistry/Physics) (min. 55%); computer proficiency required. |
| Junior Technician (Group‑II) |
B.E./equivalent in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Ceramic/Materials Science (min. 55%) OR 3‑year Diploma in the same fields (min. 55%) with 1 year relevant experience; computer proficiency required. |
| Junior Technician (Group‑III) |
B.E./equivalent in Electrical/Electronics (min. 55%) OR 3‑year Diploma in the same fields (min. 55%) with 1 year relevant experience; computer proficiency required. |
| Junior Technician (Group‑IV) |
B.E./equivalent in Civil/Mining or B.Arch (min. 55%) OR 3‑year Diploma in Civil/Mining (min. 55%) with 1 year relevant experience; computer proficiency required. |
| Junior Technician (Group‑V) |
B.E./equivalent in Computer Science/IT (min. 55%) OR 3‑year Diploma in the same field (min. 55%) with 1 year relevant experience; computer proficiency required. |
| Junior Library Assistant |
Bachelor’s Degree in Library & Information Science (min. 55%) OR Diploma in Library & Information Science (min. 55%) with a Bachelor’s in any discipline, OR 2‑year integrated M.Lib. & Info. Sc. (min. 55%). |
| Assistant Engineer |
Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Civil/Electrical Engineering, with 5 years (degree holders) or 8 years (diploma holders) post‑qualification experience at Level 6 or above. |
| Junior Engineer |
B.E./B.Tech in Civil (min. 55%) with 2 years post‑qualification experience, OR 3‑year Diploma in Civil Engineering (min. 55%) with 3 years post‑qualification experience. |
| Junior Translation Officer |
Bachelor’s Degree in Hindi with 3 years translation experience (English‑Hindi, technical & non‑technical) in Central/State Govt./Autonomous Bodies/PSUs/Research Organizations. |
Age Limit
| 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 |
Pay Scale & Salary
| Post |
Group |
Pay Level (7th CPC) |
| Junior Superintendent |
B |
Level 6 |
| Junior Technician (all groups) |
C |
Level 3 |
| Junior Library Assistant |
C |
Level 3 |
| Assistant Engineer |
B |
Level 8 |
| Junior Engineer |
B |
Level 6 |
| Junior Translation Officer |
B |
Level 6 |
In addition to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, usual allowances as per IIT (BHU) rules are applicable. Appointment is regular with a probation period.
Application Fee
| Post Group |
Other Candidates |
SC/ST/PwBD/All‑Female |
| Group B |
₹500 |
Nil |
| Group C |
₹250 |
Nil |
Fee once paid is non‑refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other application or selection.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start |
25 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date |
24 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Eligibility Cut‑off Date |
24 September 2026 |
| Deadline to Send Physical Application (by Speed Post) |
Within 7 days after the online last date (i.e., by 01 October 2026) |
Selection Process
- Applications are screened based on data submitted online; stricter criteria than the advertised minimum may be applied.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for a Screening Test/Written Test/Presentation/Group Discussion/Personal Interview, as applicable to each post.
- Only candidates meeting the shortlisting criteria will be invited; mere eligibility does not guarantee selection.
- The Institute may offer a post on a contract basis instead of a regular post, depending on qualification, experience, and performance.
- Shortlisted and non‑shortlisted lists (with application numbers and reasons) will be published on the Institute’s website; representations must be submitted within 5 days of publication.
How to Apply
- Visit the SAMARTH Portal: https://iitbhunt.samarth.edu.in
- Register and fill in the online application form with correct personal, educational, and experience details.
- Pay the applicable application fee online (Internet Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI).
- Submit the application on or before 24 September 2026, 5:00 PM. No changes or corrections are allowed after submission.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it for future reference.
- Send the printout, together with self‑attested copies of all supporting documents and the experience certificate (Annexure‑A format), by Speed Post to:
The Registrar, IIT (BHU), Varanasi – 221005 within 7 days of the online closing date.
- Seal the envelope and clearly mention the application form number, advertisement number, and the post code/name on the outer side.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The online application must be submitted on or before 24 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Is there any relaxation in the upper age limit?
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for reserved categories.
- How many PwBD candidates are reserved?
One seat under Junior Superintendent and one seat across the Junior Technician groups are reserved for PwBD candidates.
- What documents must be sent by Speed Post?
Printout of the submitted application, self‑attested copies of all supporting documents, experience certificate in Annexure‑A format, and, if applicable, NOC and Vigilance Clearance.
- Can I correct my application after submission?
No. Once the online application is submitted, no changes or corrections are allowed.
