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Vacancy Details
- Assistant (Additional Posts): 215 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with two years of relevant experience, typing proficiency (English 35 WPM or Hindi 30 WPM) and computer proficiency- Unreserved (UR): 164
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 33
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 18
- PwBD – Visual Impairment (VI): 1
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 32 years
Application Fees
- General / Unreserved: ₹1000
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): ₹800
- EWS: ₹800
- Female Candidates: ₹800
- SC / ST: ₹600
- PwBD: ₹600
Selection Process
- Preliminary Test: An objective MCQ test used only for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination.
- Main Examination: A descriptive paper that determines merit for selection, subject to qualifying the Skill Test.
- Skill Test: A qualifying test (computer proficiency, office procedures, noting, drafting and typing); candidates must obtain at least 50 marks to qualify.
- Document Verification: Verification of educational qualifications, two years of experience, category/reservation and other claims with supporting documents.
- Final Merit: Final merit list prepared based on Main Examination marks, subject to meeting all qualifying and verification requirements.
How to Apply
- Visit the University of Delhi website at https://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 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 for previous applicants under Advertisement No. R&P/311/2024
- Complete final submission and retain the application confirmation for future reference
Important Links
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date:
- Online Application Closing Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational and experience requirements?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institute or university and have two years of qualifying work experience as a Junior Assistant or equivalent by the application closing date.
How do I apply for the Delhi University Assistant recruitment?
Apply online through the University of Delhi recruitment page listed under Advertisement No. R&P/325/2026 on https://www.du.ac.in/. Follow the online application steps including registration, uploading documents and fee payment where applicable.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The application deadline is 19 November 2026 or two weeks from the advertisement’s publication in Employment News, whichever is later. Candidates should check the official recruitment website for the final applicable closing date.
What is the selection process for the Assistant post?
Selection involves a Preliminary Test (objective MCQ for shortlisting), a Main Examination (descriptive to determine merit), a qualifying Skill Test (computer operations, noting, drafting and typing) and document verification, followed by final merit list preparation.
What is the pay scale for the Assistant position?
The post carries Pay Level 4 under the 7th Central Pay Commission, with allowances admissible under University rules.
