National Book Trust (NBT) Assistant Editor & Editorial Assistant Notification 2026 has been released through the official website www.nbtindia.gov.in . A total of 17 vacancies have been announced through the NBT Assistant Editor & Editorial Assistant Recruitment 2026. Candidates up to 40 years of age who have Graduation with M.A. in English/M.Phil or Master’s Degree in the specified language are eligible to apply for these Assistant Editor & Editorial Assistant vacancies. The offline application process for NBT Recruitment 2026 is currently ongoing and will remain open until 09 April 2026. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and submit the application form offline through the address mentioned in the notification.
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Book Trust |
| Post Name | Assistant Editor, Editorial Assistant |
| No of Posts | 17 |
| Salary | Rs. 40,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- per month |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | 30-40 Years |
| Last Date | 09 April 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Contract |
National Book Trust Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download National Book Trust Job 2026 Notification PDF
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor (English) | 3 |
| Assistant Editor (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc. | 1 |
| Editorial Assistant (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc. | 2 |
| Editorial Assistant (Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, Malayalam, Odia, Telugu) (One each) | 6 |
| Editorial Assistant (English) | 5 |
| Total | 17 |
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Assistant Editor (English): Graduation from recognized University with M.A. (English)/M.Phil. Ideally 3-4 years of experience of manuscript evaluation, commissioning, copyediting, proofreading etc.
- Assistant Editor (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc.: Graduation from a recognized University with M.A. (English)/M.Phil. Proven 3 to 4 years of experience of manuscript evaluation, commissioning, copyediting, proofreading in a reputed publishing house with special expertise in conceptualizing, visualizing, scripting, editing etc. of comic, graphic books and other pictorial books such as coffee tables etc. Background of Art education/training and knowledge of graphics related IT Software will be an added advantage.
- Editorial Assistant (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc.: Graduation from recognized University with M.A. (English)/M.Phil. Proven 1 to 2 years experience of manuscript evaluation, commissioning, copyediting, proofreading in a reputed publishing house with special expertise in conceptualizing, visualizing, scripting, editing etc. of comic, graphic books and other pictorial books such as coffee tables etc. Background of Art education/training and knowledge of graphics related IT Software will be an added advantage.
- Editorial Assistant (Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, Malayalam, Odia, Telugu) (One each): Graduation with Masters Degree in specified language. Minimum 1 years experience of working in a publishing house in the Editorial Department. Translation, Copy Editing, Proof Reading, Excellent written & Verbal communication skills. Knowledge of computer application i.e. Adobe Page Maker, InDesign, Page designing, DTP composing & Typesetting etc. in the concerned language.
- Editorial Assistant (English): Graduation with Masters Degree in specified language. Minimum 1 years experience of working in a publishing house in the Editorial Department. Translation, Copy Editing, Proof Reading, Excellent written & Verbal communication skills. Knowledge of computer application i.e. Adobe Page Maker, InDesign, Page designing, DTP composing & Typesetting etc. in the concerned language.
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Assistant Editor (English): Maximum 40 years
- Assistant Editor (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc.: Maximum 40 years
- Editorial Assistant (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc.: Maximum 30 years
- Editorial Assistant (Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, Malayalam, Odia, Telugu) (One each): Maximum 40 years
- Editorial Assistant (English): Maximum 40 years
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor (English) | Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- per month |
| Assistant Editor (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc. | Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- per month |
| Editorial Assistant (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc. | Rs. 40,000/- to Rs. 50,000/- per month |
| Editorial Assistant (Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, Malayalam, Odia, Telugu) (One each) | Rs. 40,000/- to Rs. 50,000/- per month |
| Editorial Assistant (English) | Rs. 40,000/- to Rs. 50,000/- per month |
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for receipt of applications | 09 April 2026 |
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
Please refer to the official notification for selection process details.
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for National Book Trust Various Posts Recruitment 2026 through offline mode should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Download the application form from the official website: www.nbtindia.gov.in.
- Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates.
- Check all details carefully before submission.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post or as instructed.
- Ensure the application reaches before the last date: 09-04-2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
National Book Trust Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
