Delhi University Recruitment 2026: Junior Hindi Translator & Legal Assistant (Advt. No. R&P/326/2026)

Overview

The University of Delhi has released Advertisement No. R&P/326/2026 (dated 30.10.2026) inviting online applications for two non-teaching posts: Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant. Both posts are at Pay Level 6 (7th CPC).

Important Dates Event Date Advertisement date 30.10.2026 Last date to apply 20.11.2026, or within two weeks of publication in Employment News, whichever is later Vacancy Details Post Code Post Pay Level UR SC ST OBC EWS PwBD Total ND0601 Junior Hindi Translator 6 02 00 00 00 00 00 02 ND0602 Legal Assistant 6 01 00 00 00 00 00 01 Educational Qualification and Age Limit 1. Junior Hindi Translator (ND0601)

Age limit: 35 years

Essential qualification (any one of the following Master’s degrees from a recognised university):

Hindi, with English as a compulsory/elective subject or as the medium of examination at degree level English, with Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject or as the medium of examination at degree level Any other subject, with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory/elective subject or medium at degree level Any other subject, with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject or medium at degree level Any other subject, with Hindi and English as compulsory/elective subjects, or either as the medium of examination and the other as a compulsory/elective subject

AND

A recognised Diploma/Certificate course in Hindi-English translation (and vice versa), or two years’ translation experience in a Central/State Government office, including a Government of India Undertaking. Studied one of the languages (other than Hindi) included in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution at 10th level from a recognised board. 2. Legal Assistant (ND0602)

Age limit: 40 years

Essential qualification:

Professional Degree in Law from a recognised university. Minimum 3 years’ experience handling court cases in a government/semi-government organisation and/or practice before a High Court or Lower Court in Civil/Labour matters.

Desirable:

Post-graduate degree Diploma in IPR or Labour Laws Good drafting and noting skills, and knowledge of service rules applicable to Central Government employees Hands-on experience in computers

Duties: The Legal Assistant assists the Assistant Registrar/Deputy Registrar (Legal) in the Legal Branch. The work includes handling writ petitions, preparing para-wise comments and draft replies, drafting contracts/MOUs on academic matters, and liaising with Standing Counsel/Panel Advocates before the Delhi High Court and Lower Courts. Appointees are not allowed to do private practice.

Selection Process

Selection is in two stages:

Stage 1: Preliminary Test (MCQ, for shortlisting only) Stage 2: Main Examination (Descriptive) followed by Skill Test

The Preliminary Test will not be conducted if the number of applicants in a category is less than 30 times the number of vacant posts (Junior Hindi Translator scheme).

Exam Pattern Junior Hindi Translator

Preliminary Test: 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours

Subject Questions Knowledge of Hindi Language 25 Knowledge of English Language 25 Translation 25 Rajbhasha Adhiniyam, 1963 and related rules 25

Main Exam (Descriptive): 200 marks, 2 hours. Topics are basic knowledge of Educational Administration and Management, Hindi and English language, Rajbhasha Adhiniyam, and Translation.

Skill Test: 100 marks (qualifying, minimum 50). It covers translation skills, and typing and dictation in Hindi and English.

Legal Assistant

Preliminary Test: 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours

Subject Questions General Knowledge 25 Reasoning 25 General Mathematical Ability 25 Administration of Higher Educational Institutions 25

Main Exam (Descriptive): 200 marks, 2 hours. Topics are the Constitution of India and its applicability, functioning of Higher Educational Institutions and their nodal agencies, service rules, conditions and procedures concerning students’ admission and evaluation, and legal knowledge and procedures.

Skill Test: 100 marks (qualifying, minimum 50). It tests legal aptitude and methodology.

Key Rules for Aspirants Medium: Question papers are bilingual (English and Hindi). You may answer in either language but must use the same medium throughout. Negative marking: Each Prelims question carries 2 marks, with 0.5 mark deducted for each wrong answer. All questions are compulsory. Prelims cut-off: 50% of the average score of the top 5% of candidates (if the top 5% is fewer than 2 candidates, the top 2 are averaged). Cut-off relaxation is 5% for SC/ST and 10% for PwBD. Shortlisting for Main Exam: 30 candidates for one post, and 15 more for each additional post (for example, 45 for two posts and 60 for three). Final merit: Drawn on the Main Examination marks. The Skill Test is only qualifying. Merit is prepared only for candidates who appear in both the Main Exam and the Skill Test. Extra time for PwBD: Visually impaired, cerebral palsy and similarly placed PwBD candidates get 20 extra minutes per hour. Weightage for DU contractual staff: Employees working on contract/ad hoc/temporary basis in the University and its colleges (as on 25.03.2021) get 1 extra mark per year of service, up to a maximum of 10 marks. This applies to the Prelims and the final merit list. How to Apply Visit the official University of Delhi website: www.du.ac.in Click “Work with DU” under the head “Advertisement – Departments” Open Advt. No. R&P/326/2026 and read the full notification Fill in the online application form and submit it before the last date

Any addendum or corrigendum to this advertisement will be posted on the university website only, so check it regularly.

Official Links Official website: www.du.ac.in Final Word

With only 3 vacancies in total, competition for these posts will be high. Translator aspirants should focus on Hindi-English translation practice and the Rajbhasha Adhiniyam. Legal Assistant aspirants should prepare the Constitution, service rules, higher education administration and legal drafting. Apply early and keep an eye on the official site for updates.

Disclaimer: This article is for information only. Candidates should refer to the official notification on www.du.ac.in before applying.

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