Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan, West Bengal, has invited applications for 4 posts in 3 roles under Advt No. 04/2026. The posts include Deputy Finance Officer, Senior System Analyst, Junior Engineer (Civil). Applications are accepted online until 20 December 2026.
The posts are for Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan. Qualification required: Deputy Finance Officer: Master's Degree with 55% and 5 years as Assistant Registrar or equivalent (Pay Level 10+). Senior System Analyst: B.E./B.Tech. (CSE) 55% + 9 years, or M.Sc. (CS)/MCA/M.Tech. (CSE) 55% + 8 years. Junior Engineer (Civil): B.E./B.Tech. in relevant field + 1 year, or Diploma in Engineering + 3 years. The pay is Level 12 (entry pay Rs. 78,800) for Deputy Finance Officer and Senior System Analyst; Pay Level 6 (entry pay Rs. 35,600) for Junior Engineer (Civil), 7th CPC. The application fee is Rs. 1600 for Group A Posts (Level 12) - UR/OBC. Selection is by deputy Finance Officer and Senior System Analyst: Written test (Paper-I and Paper-II) and Interview / Personality Test, junior Engineer (Civil): Written test (Paper-I and Paper-II) and skill test if decided by the University; no interview for Group B posts and document verification before declaration of results. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 20 December 2026
- Vacancies: 4, in 3 roles
- How to apply: Online
- Fee: Group A Posts (Level 12) - UR/OBC: Rs. 1600; Group B Posts (Level 6) - UR: Rs. 1200; Group B Posts (Level 6) - SC: Rs. 300
- Pay: Pay Level 12 (entry pay Rs. 78,800) for Deputy Finance Officer and Senior System Analyst; Pay Level 6 (entry pay Rs. 35,600) for Junior Engineer (Civil), 7th CPC
- Age limit: Varies by post - see the table below
- Place: Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan
Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan, West Bengal |
| Post Name | Deputy Finance Officer, Senior System Analyst, Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| No of Posts | 4 |
| Advt No | 04/2026 |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Pay | Pay Level 12 (entry pay Rs. 78,800) for Deputy Finance Officer and Senior System Analyst; Pay Level 6 (entry pay Rs. 35,600) for Junior Engineer (Civil), 7th CPC |
| Place of Posting | Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan |
| Qualification | Deputy Finance Officer: Master's Degree with 55% and 5 years as Assistant Registrar or equivalent (Pay Level 10+). Senior System Analyst: B.E./B.Tech. (CSE) 55% + 9 years, or M.Sc. (CS)/MCA/M.Tech. (CSE) 55% + 8 years. Junior Engineer (Civil): B.E./B.Tech. in relevant field + 1 year, or Diploma in Engineering + 3 years. |
| Age Limit | Varies by post - see the table below |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 20 December 2026 |
Visva-Bharati Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. 04/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download Visva-Bharati notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Finance Officer | 1 | Maximum 50 years | Pay Level 12 with Entry Pay of Rs. 78,800 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix | Five years of experience as Assistant Registrar or in equivalent post in the Pay level 10 and above |
| Senior System Analyst | 1 | Maximum 50 years | Pay Level 12 with Entry Pay of Rs. 78,800 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix | 9 years (B.E./B.Tech.) or 8 years (M.Sc./MCA/M.Tech.) of extensive programming and system management in a recognized/reputed Public/PSU/Private organization |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 2 | Maximum 35 years | Pay Level 6 with Entry Pay of Rs. 35,600 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix | One year relevant experience (degree holders) or three years' experience in relevant field in CPWD/State PWD or Similar Organized Services/Statutory or Autonomous Organizations/Central/State Universities/Autonomous Institutions or reputed private construction company with annual turnover of at least Rs. 200 crore (diploma holders) |
| Total | 4 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Finance Officer | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Senior System Analyst | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Age is counted as on closing date of advertisement.
Age relaxation for all posts: University system employees Upper age limit relaxable as per Govt. of India / UGC rules.
Who Can Apply for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Finance Officer | Master's Degree with at least 55% of the marks or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed; five years of experience as Assistant Registrar or in equivalent post in the Pay level 10 and above. | Five years of experience as Assistant Registrar or in equivalent post in the Pay level 10 and above |
| Senior System Analyst | B.E./B.Tech. (Computer Science & Engineering) with at least 55% marks and 9 years of experience of extensive programming and system management; OR M.Sc. (Computer Science)/MCA/M.Tech. (Computer Science & Engineering) with 55% marks and 8 years' experience of extensive programming and system management, in a recognized/reputed Public/PSU/Private organization. | 9 years (B.E./B.Tech.) or 8 years (M.Sc./MCA/M.Tech.) of extensive programming and system management in a recognized/reputed Public/PSU/Private organization |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Bachelor's Degree of Engineering / Technology in relevant field with one-year relevant experience; OR Diploma in Engineering in the relevant field and three years' experience in relevant field in CPWD/State PWD or similar organisations or a reputed private construction company with annual turnover of at least Rs. 200 crore. | One year relevant experience (degree holders) or three years' experience in relevant field in CPWD/State PWD or Similar Organized Services/Statutory or Autonomous Organizations/Central/State Universities/Autonomous Institutions or reputed private construction company with annual turnover of at least Rs. 200 crore (diploma holders) |
Other conditions:
- Educational qualifications must be from a University/Institute approved or recognized by the UGC / Ministry of Education
- Qualification and experience counted as on the closing date of application
- Appointees shall reside within the territorial jurisdiction of the University as declared in the Visva-Bharati Act, 1951
- Selected candidates must go through police verification before or after joining
- OBC candidates must belong to the OBC Central List and submit a current financial year OBC-NCL certificate that is digitally verifiable
Desirable:
- Deputy Finance Officer: experience and academic background in Commerce / Accounts / Finance / Audit with sound knowledge in computerized system
- Deputy Finance Officer: Chartered Accountant / Cost Accountant / SSA with knowledge in Computer Application
Who Cannot Apply for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026
- SC/OBC(NCL) candidates applying for unreserved vacancies get no age relaxation or relaxation in cut-off marks
- Applications with incomplete information or without requisite fee shall be rejected
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification
Post-wise Details
Deputy Finance Officer (1 post)
Qualification required: Master's Degree with at least 55% of the marks or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed; five years of experience as Assistant Registrar or in equivalent post in the Pay level 10 and above. Experience required: Five years of experience as Assistant Registrar or in equivalent post in the Pay level 10 and above. Age limit: Maximum 50 years. Pay: Pay Level 12 with Entry Pay of Rs. 78,800 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Senior System Analyst (1 post)
Qualification required: B.E./B.Tech. (Computer Science & Engineering) with at least 55% marks and 9 years of experience of extensive programming and system management; OR M.Sc. (Computer Science)/MCA/M.Tech. (Computer Science & Engineering) with 55% marks and 8 years' experience of extensive programming and system management, in a recognized/reputed Public/PSU/Private organization. Experience required: 9 years (B.E./B.Tech.) or 8 years (M.Sc./MCA/M.Tech.) of extensive programming and system management in a recognized/reputed Public/PSU/Private organization. Age limit: Maximum 50 years. Pay: Pay Level 12 with Entry Pay of Rs. 78,800 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Junior Engineer (Civil) (2 posts)
Qualification required: Bachelor's Degree of Engineering / Technology in relevant field with one-year relevant experience; OR Diploma in Engineering in the relevant field and three years' experience in relevant field in CPWD/State PWD or similar organisations or a reputed private construction company with annual turnover of at least Rs. 200 crore. Experience required: One year relevant experience (degree holders) or three years' experience in relevant field in CPWD/State PWD or Similar Organized Services/Statutory or Autonomous Organizations/Central/State Universities/Autonomous Institutions or reputed private construction company with annual turnover of at least Rs. 200 crore (diploma holders). Age limit: Maximum 35 years. Pay: Pay Level 6 with Entry Pay of Rs. 35,600 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Group A Posts (Level 12) - UR/OBC | Rs. 1600 |
| Group B Posts (Level 6) - UR | Rs. 1200 |
| Group B Posts (Level 6) - SC | Rs. 300 |
| Women applicants | Exempted |
Payment mode: Online.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 13 November 2026 |
| Last date of online application (11:59 P.M.) | 20 December 2026 |
How Will Visva-Bharati Select Candidates?
- Deputy Finance Officer and Senior System Analyst: Written test (Paper-I and Paper-II) and Interview / Personality Test
- Junior Engineer (Civil): Written test (Paper-I and Paper-II) and skill test if decided by the University; no interview for Group B posts
- Document verification before declaration of results
- Paper-I (MCQ, 2 hours, 150 questions, 300 marks) for all posts: General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematical Ability, English or Hindi, Computer Awareness
- Paper-II (MCQ, 1 1/2 hours, 50 questions, 100 marks): post-specific syllabus
- Interview/Personality Test of 100 marks for Group A posts; weightage 70% written and 30% interview
- Candidates called for interview limited to a ratio of 1:15 of vacancies
- No interview for Group C and B posts; Junior Engineer (Civil) may have a skill test if decided by the University
Visva-Bharati Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (i) | General Awareness | 30 | 60 | 2 hours (Paper-I) |
| Paper-I (ii) | Reasoning Ability | 35 | 70 | 2 hours (Paper-I) |
| Paper-I (iii) | Mathematical Ability | 35 | 70 | 2 hours (Paper-I) |
| Paper-I (iv) | Test of Language: English or Hindi | 30 | 60 | 2 hours (Paper-I) |
| Paper-I (v) | Computer Awareness | 20 | 40 | 2 hours (Paper-I) |
| Paper-II | Post-specific syllabus | 50 | 100 | 1 1/2 hours |
- Negative marking of 1/4th mark per question for wrong answers in Paper I and Paper II
- Minimum qualifying marks: General/EWS 40%, OBC (NCL) 35%, SC/ST/PwD 35%
- Question paper bilingual (English or Hindi) except Paper-I part (iv)
- Extra time for PwD candidates as per Govt. of India rules
Documents to Enclose
- Self-attested copies of testimonials for age and educational qualifications
- Caste certificate on prescribed format (SC/OBC), digitally verifiable
- OBC status and non-creamy layer certificate of current financial year (OBC)
- Physical disability certificate (if any)
- Past service experience certificate (if any)
- No Objection Certificate from employer (employed candidates)
How to Apply for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026 Online
- Apply online through the Samarth Portal (https://visvabharatint.samarth.edu.in) by 20-12-2026, 11:59 P.M.
- Upload self-attested copies of testimonials for age, educational qualifications, caste certificate, physical disability (if any) and past service experience (if any).
- Pay the application fee separately for each post applied for.
- Candidates employed with State/Central Govt/Autonomous body/University/Govt-funded bodies submit a No Objection Certificate from the employer with the online application.
Other Points to Note
- Applicants may apply for more than one post but must pay the fee for each post separately
- Fees once paid will not be refunded
- Candidates staying abroad may attend interview through SKYPE or other audio-visual link if permitted
- All correspondence only by e-mail given in the application form
- Addendum/corrigendum only on www.visva-bharati.ac.in
Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Visva-Bharati notification PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply online for Visva-Bharati Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Visva-Bharati official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Visva-Bharati, Advertisement No. 04/2026, dated 13 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
