The University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi, has invited online applications from Indian nationals for six contractual posts under Advertisement No. 46/2026. The vacancies are for Domain Professional, Senior Hindi Translator, Junior Hindi Translator and System Officer (Networking), and the selected candidates will work at UGC offices in Delhi. Applications opened on 31 October 2026 and the last date to apply online is 20 November 2026.
UGC is a statutory body set up under the UGC Act, 1956, under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India. It coordinates, determines and maintains standards of higher education in India. The engagement is purely contractual — initially for one year, extendable by one more year on review of performance and conduct — and does not give any claim to permanent employment with UGC.
Key Details
| Organisation | University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 46/2026 |
| Total vacancies | 6 (contractual) |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Application window | 31 October – 20 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 20 November 2026 |
| Job location | UGC offices, Delhi |
| Selection | Interview; typing test also for Hindi Translator posts |
| Official website | ugc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Domain Professional (Various Functions of the Commission) | 3 | Rs 60,000 – Rs 70,000 |
| Senior Hindi Translator | 1 | Rs 50,000 – Rs 70,000 |
| Junior Hindi Translator | 1 | Rs 30,000 – Rs 50,000 |
| System Officer (Networking) | 1 | Rs 35,000 – Rs 45,000 |
| Total | 6 | — |
The exact remuneration within the range is decided by the competent authority at the time of selection. The number of posts may increase or decrease as per requirements, and UGC reserves the right to fill or not fill the advertised positions.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Domain Professional (3 posts)
- Master’s degree with at least 60% marks (First Division) from a UGC-recognised university, plus a PhD from a UGC-recognised university.
- At least one year of experience in a relevant field or in a similar position; preference to candidates with more years of experience.
- Sound domain knowledge in Education, Higher Education, Policy, Planning, Management, Administration or Social relevant domains.
- Desirable: excellent communication skills, proficiency in computer applications, and strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Maximum age: 45 years as on the closing date of submission of application.
2. Senior Hindi Translator (1 post)
- Postgraduate degree in Hindi from a recognised university, with Hindi as a compulsory or optional subject up to graduation level; or Hindi and English as main subjects at graduation level. The applicant must have had Hindi and English as main subjects in all three years of B.A., not just one paper.
- Diploma or Certificate in Translation from a recognised higher education institution.
- Five years’ work experience in English-to-Hindi and Hindi-to-English translation in Central or State Government offices, including corporations, bodies or autonomous institutions of the Government of India — mandatory.
- Proficiency in Hindi (Unicode) and English typing, and good knowledge of computers (Microsoft Word, Excel).
- Maximum age: 58 years as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
3. Junior Hindi Translator (1 post)
- Same educational qualification as Senior Hindi Translator — postgraduate degree in Hindi with the conditions above, plus a Diploma or Certificate in Translation from a recognised higher education institution.
- Three years’ work experience in English-to-Hindi and Hindi-to-English translation in Central or State Government offices, including corporations, bodies or autonomous institutions of the Government of India — mandatory.
- Proficiency in Hindi (Unicode) and English typing, and good knowledge of computers (Microsoft Word, Excel).
- Maximum age: 50 years as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
4. System Officer (Networking) (1 post)
- BE / B.Tech / M.Sc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology, or MCA.
- At least five years of experience in networking, LAN, WAN, security/firewall, TCP/IP, cables and hardware maintenance — preferably with a government organisation.
- Good knowledge of Sophos firewall (rules and policies), VLAN and NAT configuration, TCP/IP, gateways and OSI layers, Windows Server 2008/2012, Active Directory and DHCP Server, L-3 and L-2 switches, Wi-Fi configuration and management, and maintenance of servers and networking devices.
- Maximum age: 40 years as on the date of the advertisement.
Selection Process
- Selection is by interview, purely on the recommendations of a duly constituted Selection Committee.
- Candidates shortlisted for the Hindi Translator posts must first appear for a typing test in Hindi (Unicode) at 30 words per minute, held at the University Grants Commission on a specified date. Those who qualify in the skill test are interviewed at the final stage.
- Only Indian nationals are eligible. Candidates must have a valid email ID and mobile number; all communication is sent by email.
- Documents in support of qualification, experience, age and nationality are uploaded while applying online — these alone are considered for screening — and must be produced in original when called for interview.
- No travel entitlement or support is provided for attending the interview, if shortlisted.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published | 31 October 2026 |
| Online applications open | 31 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 20 November 2026 |
| Typing test / interview dates | Not announced yet |
Note: the advertisement states the last date as 21 days from the date of publication; the UGC recruitment portal lists the application window as 31 October to 20 November 2026, so this article uses 20 November 2026 as the last date. Candidates should apply early and confirm the date on the official portal.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the UGC recruitment portal at recruitment.ugc.ac.in. The application format and full details are also available at ugc.gov.in/Tenders/jobs.
- Read Advertisement No. 46/2026 carefully and check the eligibility conditions for the post you are applying for.
- Keep a valid email ID and mobile number ready — all communication will be sent to them.
- Fill the online application and upload the supporting documents for qualification, experience, age and nationality.
- Candidates working in a government organisation must route the application through the proper channel, if their department rules require it.
- Submit the application before 20 November 2026. Mere submission does not give any right to be called for interview; shortlisted candidates are informed by email and the list is also uploaded on the UGC website.
No application fee is mentioned in the advertisement. Candidates should not pay any fee unless the official portal asks for one while applying.
Important Links
- Apply Online — UGC Recruitment Portal
- Download Official Notification (Advt. No. 46/2026, PDF)
- UGC Tenders / Jobs Page
- UGC Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many posts are available in UGC Recruitment 2026?
There are 6 contractual posts — 3 Domain Professionals, 1 Senior Hindi Translator, 1 Junior Hindi Translator and 1 System Officer (Networking) — under Advertisement No. 46/2026.
2. What is the last date to apply for UGC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 20 November 2026. The advertisement states the last date as 21 days from the date of publication, and the UGC recruitment portal lists the window as 31 October to 20 November 2026.
3. What is the salary for UGC contractual posts?
Domain Professional: Rs 60,000–70,000 per month; Senior Hindi Translator: Rs 50,000–70,000; Junior Hindi Translator: Rs 30,000–50,000; System Officer (Networking): Rs 35,000–45,000. The exact amount within the range is decided at the time of selection.
4. Is this a permanent government job?
No. The engagement is purely contractual — initially for one year, extendable by one more year on review of performance and conduct. It does not confer any claim to temporary or permanent employment with UGC.
5. What is the age limit for UGC Recruitment 2026?
Domain Professional: maximum 45 years as on the closing date. Senior Hindi Translator: maximum 58 years as on the date of publication. Junior Hindi Translator: maximum 50 years as on the date of publication. System Officer (Networking): maximum 40 years as on the date of the advertisement.
6. What is the selection process?
Selection is by interview before a duly constituted Selection Committee. For the Hindi Translator posts, candidates must also pass a Hindi (Unicode) typing test at 30 words per minute before the interview.
7. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the official advertisement. This information has not yet been officially announced — candidates should check the official portal while applying and not pay any fee unless the portal asks for one.
8. Where will the selected candidates work?
At UGC offices in Delhi, on a full working day basis.
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Sources: University Grants Commission, Advertisement No. 46/2026 (official notification PDF, ugc.gov.in); UGC recruitment portal (recruitment.ugc.ac.in). Candidates must read the official notification before applying.
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Next Action: Apply online at the UGC recruitment portal before 20 November 2026.
