Overview
University of Delhi (DU) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Assistant (Additional Posts) (215 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 19 November 2026 or 2 Weeks from Employment News Publication, Whichever is Later.
Key Details
- Organization
- University of Delhi (DU)
- Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree with 2 Years of Relevant Experience, Typing Skills and Computer Proficiency
- Vacancies
- 215
- Advertisement No
- R&P/325/2026
- Posted
- 29 October 2026
- Last date to apply
- 19 November 2026 or 2 Weeks from Employment News Publication, Whichever is Later
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 29 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 19 November 2026 or 2 Weeks from Employment News Publication, Whichever is Later |
| Notification Release Date | 29 October 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 19 November 2026 or 2 Weeks from Employment News Publication, Whichever is Later |
| Preliminary Examination Date | WILL ANNOUNCE |
| Main Examination Date | WILL ANNOUNCE |
| Skill Test Date | WILL ANNOUNCE |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
| Age Calculation Date | Application Closing Date |
Important Links
- Official WebsiteOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Category: No. of Posts Unreserved (UR): 164 Scheduled Caste (SC): 33 Scheduled Tribe (ST): 18 Total: 215
Eligibility
Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution or university, have two years of qualifying work experience and meet the prescribed typing and computer requirements.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for Assistant posts is 32 years. The age will be calculated as on the closing date of the advertisement, with relaxation for eligible categories. Age Criteria: Details Maximum Age: 32 Years Age Calculation Date: Application Closing Date Age Relaxation: As per Central Government Orders Adopted by the University
Salary
The Assistant post carries Pay Level 4 under the 7th Central Pay Commission, with allowances admissible under University rules. Salary Particulars: Details Post Name: Assistant Pay Level: Level 4 Pay Commission: 7th CPC Allowances: As Admissible The advertisement identifies Pay Level 4 but does not provide a separate in-hand salary calculation. Actual monthly earnings will depend on the applicable pay fixation, allowances and deductions.
Application Fee
The application fee ranges from Rs. 600 to Rs. 1,000, depending on the candidate's category. Category: Application Fee General / Unreserved: Rs. 1,000 OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Rs. 800 EWS: Rs. 800 Female Candidates: Rs. 800 SC / ST: Rs. 600 PwBD: Rs. 600
Syllabus
• General Studies: General Science, current affairs, Indian History, National Movement, Constitution, Polity, Economy and Geography. • Reasoning: Analytical ability, decision-making, data analysis and interpretation. • Mathematics: Mathematical calculations, statistical analysis and commercial mathematics of secondary and higher secondary standard. • Higher Education Administration: Rules and policies of higher educational institutions, nodal agencies, financial and administrative functioning, and Delhi University Acts, Statutes and Ordinances.
Selection Process
Preliminary Test, Main Examination and Qualifying Skill Test
How to Apply
• Visit the University of Delhi website at www.du.ac.in. • Open the Work with DU section and locate Advertisement No. R&P/325/2026 dated 29 October 2026. • Read the advertisement, vacancy details, essential qualifications, general instructions and examination scheme. • Open the online application link provided by the University for this advertisement. • Complete the required registration or sign in through the application facility. • Enter the personal, contact and educational qualification details requested by the form. • Provide the relevant two-year work experience details and typing proficiency information. • Enter category and reservation details wherever applicable. • Upload the required documents in the formats prescribed by the application portal. • Review all information and uploaded supporting documents. • Pay the applicable application fee, unless eligible for the exemption provided to previous applicants under Advertisement No. R&P/311/2024. • Complete final submission and retain the application confirmation for future reference. Important: Applicants should use a valid email address because recruitment-related correspondence will be sent to the email address entered in the application.
Required Documents
Applicants should keep the following documents available for the online application and subsequent verification, as applicable. • Bachelor's Degree certificate and marksheets. • Work experience certificates supporting the prescribed two years of qualifying experience. • Date-of-birth proof. • Relevant caste or category certificate, where applicable. • Valid OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued from 1 April 2026, if applicable. • Valid EWS Income and Asset Certificate issued from 1 April 2026 and on or before the application closing date, if applicable. • PwBD certificate showing at least 40% disability, if claiming the benefit. • No Objection Certificate for candidates employed in Government, PSU or other applicable organizations. • Documents supporting age relaxation or service-related claims, where applicable. • Previous application details under Advertisement No. R&P/311/2024, if claiming fee exemption. • Other documents required by the official application portal. Candidates must produce valid documents during verification. The University may cancel candidature if qualification, experience or reservation claims are not substantiated.
Important Instructions
• The recruitment is for 215 Assistant posts under Advertisement No. R&P/325/2026. • A Bachelor's degree, two years of qualifying experience and prescribed typing skills are mandatory. • Computer proficiency is required. • The maximum age is 32 years, with applicable relaxation. • The application deadline is 19 November 2026 or two weeks after Employment News publication, whichever is later. • Previous applicants under Advertisement No. R&P/311/2024 are exempt from the application fee. • OBC-NCL and EWS candidates must possess valid certificates under the specified 2026-27 conditions. • The Preliminary Test is for shortlisting only. • The Main Examination determines merit, subject to qualification in the Skill Test. • Eligible contractual/ad hoc/temporary employees of Delhi University and its colleges may receive specified service-related additional marks under the notified conditions. • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written or skill test. • Any addendum or corrigendum will be published only on the University website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Delhi University Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 215 Posts?
Notification Date: 29 October 2026; Last Date: 19 November 2026 or 2 Weeks from Employment News Publication, Whichever is Later; Notification Release Date: 29 October 2026; Online Application Closing Date: 19 November 2026 or 2 Weeks from Employment News Publication, Whichever is Later; Preliminary Examination Date: WILL ANNOUNCE; Main Examination Date: WILL ANNOUNCE; Skill Test Date: WILL ANNOUNCE; Scheduled Caste (SC): 33; Scheduled Tribe (ST): 18; Age Calculation Date: Application Closing Date
What is the application fee?
The application fee ranges from Rs. 600 to Rs. 1,000, depending on the candidate's category. Category: Application Fee General / Unreserved: Rs. 1,000 OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Rs. 800 EWS: Rs. 800 Female Candidates: Rs. 800 SC / ST: Rs. 600 PwBD: Rs. 600
What is the age limit?
Maximum 32 Years, with Applicable Relaxation
What is the selection process?
Preliminary Test, Main Examination and Qualifying Skill Test