National Book Trust India (NBT) Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on 08 July 2026 on the official website nbtindia.gov.in. A total of 12 vacancies for Assistant Editor and Editorial Assistant posts have been announced through the NBT Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 40 years of age (maximum 35 years for Editorial Assistant (English) for Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc.) who have a Graduation or Master's Degree in the relevant language along with the prescribed editorial experience and knowledge of computer applications such as Adobe PageMaker, InDesign, DTP, and typesetting are eligible to apply for these vacancies. The offline application process for NBT Recruitment 2026 is open and will remain available until 23 July 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and submit the offline application through the direct links provided below in this article.
NBT Recruitment 2026 - Overview
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| Company Name | National Book Trust India (NBT) |
| Post Name | Assistant Editor, Editorial Assistant |
| No of Posts | 12 |
| Advt No | 111/2026/Estt. |
| Salary | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- per month |
| Qualification | Graduation or Masters Degree in specified language with experience in manuscript evaluation, copyediting, proofreading, and computer applications like Adobe Page Maker, InDesign. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40 years |
| Last Date | 23-07-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Contract |
NBT Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the NBT Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download NBT Job 2026 Notification PDF
NBT Vacancy 2026 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. | 1 |
| Editorial Assistant (Marathi, Telugu, Kannada, Odia, Gujarati, Malayalam) | 1 |
| Editorial Assistant (Bodo, Dogri, Kashmiri, Konkani, Manipuri, Maithali, Nepali, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Santhali) | 1 |
| Editorial Assistant (Hindi) | 1 |
| Editorial Assistant (Bangla) | 1 |
| Editorial Assistant (Punjabi) | 1 |
| Editorial Assistant (English) | 2 |
| Total | 12 |
NBT Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Assistant Editor (English): Graduation, MA (English)/M.Phil with 3 to 4 years' experience of manuscript evaluation, commissioning, copyediting, proofreading etc.
- Assistant Editor (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc.: Graduation, MA (English)/M.Phil with 3 to 4 years' experience in manuscript evaluation, commissioning, copyediting, proofreading in a reputed publishing house with special expertise in conceptualizing, visualizing, scripting, editing etc. of comics, 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, MA (English)/M.Phil with 1 to 2 years' experience in manuscript evaluation, commissioning, copyediting, proofreading in a reputed publishing house with special expertise in conceptualizing, visualizing, scripting, editing etc. of comics, 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, Telugu, Kannada, Odia, Gujarati, Malayalam): Graduation, Masters Degree in specified language with minimum 1 year 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 (Bodo, Dogri, Kashmiri, Konkani, Manipuri, Maithali, Nepali, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Santhali): Graduation, Masters Degree in specified language with minimum 1 year 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 (Hindi): Graduation, Masters Degree in specified language with minimum 1 year 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 (Bangla): Graduation, Masters Degree in specified language with minimum 1 year 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 (Punjabi): Graduation, Masters Degree in specified language with minimum 1 year 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, Masters Degree in specified language with minimum 1 year 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.
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NBT 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 35 years
- Editorial Assistant (Marathi, Telugu, Kannada, Odia, Gujarati, Malayalam): Maximum 40 years
- Editorial Assistant (Bodo, Dogri, Kashmiri, Konkani, Manipuri, Maithali, Nepali, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Santhali): Maximum 40 years
- Editorial Assistant (Hindi): Maximum 40 years
- Editorial Assistant (Bangla): Maximum 40 years
- Editorial Assistant (Punjabi): Maximum 40 years
- Editorial Assistant (English): Maximum 40 years
NBT Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor (English) | Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- |
| Assistant Editor (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc. | Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 80,000/- |
| Editorial Assistant (English) For Comics/Graphic Books/Coffee Table Books etc. | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- |
| Editorial Assistant (Marathi, Telugu, Kannada, Odia, Gujarati, Malayalam) | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- |
| Editorial Assistant (Bodo, Dogri, Kashmiri, Konkani, Manipuri, Maithali, Nepali, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Santhali) | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- |
| Editorial Assistant (Hindi) | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- |
| Editorial Assistant (Bangla) | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- |
| Editorial Assistant (Punjabi) | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- |
| Editorial Assistant (English) | Rs. 45,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- |
NBT Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 8 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission | 23 July 2026 |
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for NBT 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: 23-07-2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
NBT Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |