Delhi University Junior Hindi Translator & Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online
The University of Delhi (DU) has released the notification for DU Junior Hindi Translator Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. R&P/326/2026 dated October 30, 2026. The university has invited online applications for Junior Hindi Translator (Post Code ND0601) and Legal Assistant (Post Code ND0602), both in Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC. The last date to apply is November 20, 2026, or within two weeks from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News, whichever is later.
There are only 3 vacancies (2 Junior Hindi Translator and 1 Legal Assistant), but these are permanent Central Government university jobs in Delhi, and competition is lower than in big recruitments. This article covers the DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant vacancy, qualification, age limit, fee, exam scheme and how to apply, from the official advertisement. For other government jobs, also read our NICL AO Recruitment 2026 and LIC HFL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026 articles.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026
➤ Advertisement No.: R&P/326/2026 (dated 30.10.2026)
➤ Posts: Junior Hindi Translator (ND0601) and Legal Assistant (ND0602)
➤ Total vacancies: 3 (Junior Hindi Translator 2, Legal Assistant 1)
➤ Pay level: Level 6 (7th CPC)
➤ Age limit: 35 years (Junior Hindi Translator), 40 years (Legal Assistant)
➤ Application fee: Rs. 1,000 (General), Rs. 800 (OBC-NCL/EWS/Female), Rs. 600 (SC/ST/PwBD)
➤ Last date: November 20, 2026, or two weeks after the Employment News advertisement, whichever is later
➤ Selection: Preliminary test, descriptive main exam and a qualifying skill test
➤ Official website: du.ac.in
DU Junior Hindi Translator Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The last date depends on when the advertisement is published in the Employment News. It is November 20, 2026, or two weeks after that publication, whichever is later. Check the DU website for the final date. The table below lists the dates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | October 30, 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | November 20, 2026, or within two weeks from the Employment News publication, whichever is later |
| Exam date | Not announced yet |
DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
The table below gives the key details of the notification.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | University of Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | R&P/326/2026 |
| Posts | Junior Hindi Translator (ND0601), Legal Assistant (ND0602) |
| Total vacancies | 3 |
| Pay level | Pay Level 6 as per 7th CPC |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Job location | Delhi |
| Official website | du.ac.in |
DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Vacancy 2026
All three vacancies are in the Unreserved (UR) category. There is no vacancy for SC, ST, OBC, EWS or PwBD in this advertisement. The number or category of posts can change, and the university can decide not to fill any post.
| Post | Post Code | Pay Level | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Hindi Translator | ND0601 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Legal Assistant | ND0602 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Educational Qualification
Candidates must have the qualification and experience as on the closing date of the application. The first table covers the Junior Hindi Translator and the second covers the Legal Assistant.
| Junior Hindi Translator (ND0601) | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Master's degree (any one) |
(a) Hindi with English as a compulsory or elective subject, or as the medium of examination at degree level; OR (b) English with Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject, or as the medium of examination at degree level; OR (c) Any other subject with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory or elective subject or medium of examination at degree level; OR (d) Any other subject with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or medium of examination at degree level; OR (e) Any other subject with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects, or either as the medium and the other as a compulsory or elective subject at degree level |
| AND translation | Recognised Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa, OR two years' experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in a Central or State Government office, including a Government of India Undertaking |
| AND language at Class 10 | Studied one of the languages other than Hindi included in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution at 10th level from a recognised board |
| Age limit | 35 years |
| Legal Assistant (ND0602) | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Essential |
1. Degree in Law (Professional) from a recognised University 2. Minimum 3 years' experience in handling court cases in a government or semi-government organisation and/or practice before a High Court or Lower Court in Civil/Labour matters |
| Desirable |
1. Post-Graduate degree 2. Diploma in IPR or Labour Laws 3. Good drafting and noting skills, and knowledge of service rules for Central Government employees 4. Hands-on experience in computers |
| Age limit | 40 years |
Duties of Legal Assistant: The Legal Assistant helps the Assistant Registrar / Deputy Registrar (Legal) in the Legal Branch. The work includes legal matters and writ petitions, para-wise comments and draft replies, drafting of contracts and MOUs, and liaison with Standing Counsel and Panel Advocates in the Delhi High Court and Lower Courts. The person appointed cannot do private practice.
DU Recruitment 2026 Age Limit and Relaxation
The upper age limit is decided as on the closing date of the advertisement. Age relaxation is given as per Central Government rules adopted by the university, so keep your documents ready for the exam, skill test or document verification.
| Post | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| Junior Hindi Translator | 35 years |
| Legal Assistant | 40 years |
- Relaxation is given to SC, ST, OBC (Central List), Persons with Disabilities, Ex-servicemen and other specified categories as per Central Government orders.
- A further relaxation of up to 5 years (or the number of years of service, whichever is less) is given to those with at least 3 years of regular service in the same or allied field in Government departments, statutory or autonomous bodies, universities, DU affiliated or constituent colleges, or PSUs.
- The age limit is not insisted on for departmental candidates of the University and its colleges.
- A one-time exemption applies to those who already work on contract, daily wages or ad hoc basis directly in the University or its colleges and have completed at least one year of service. It does not apply to project-based or outsourced employees.
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD candidates get a further 5% relaxation in marks where a minimum percentage is prescribed. Candidates who apply as General do not get age or marks relaxation.
DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Application Fee
The fee is as per the table below. Applications with incomplete information or without the fee are rejected, and the fee is not refunded in any case.
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,000 |
| OBC (NCL), EWS, Female | Rs. 800 |
| SC, ST, PwBD | Rs. 600 |
DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Scheme of Examination and Syllabus
The selection has three parts: a preliminary test for shortlisting, a descriptive main examination, and a qualifying skill test. The preliminary test is MCQ based, and its marks are not counted in the final merit. Both papers are bilingual (English and Hindi), and you must use one language throughout. The table below gives the pattern of the preliminary test.
| Preliminary Test | Junior Hindi Translator | Legal Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Questions and marks | 100 MCQs, 200 marks | 100 MCQs, 200 marks |
| Duration | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Section 1 (25 questions) | Knowledge of Hindi | General Knowledge |
| Section 2 (25 questions) | Knowledge of English | Reasoning |
| Section 3 (25 questions) | Translation | General Mathematical Ability |
| Section 4 (25 questions) | Rajbhasha Adhiniyam, 1963 and related rules | Administration of Higher Educational Institutions |
| Marking | 2 marks per question, 0.5 mark deducted for each wrong answer | |
| Stage | Junior Hindi Translator | Legal Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Main Examination | Descriptive, 2 hours, 200 marks. Basic knowledge of Educational Administration and Management, Hindi and English, Rajbhasha Adhiniyam, Translation | Descriptive, 2 hours, 200 marks. Constitution of India, functioning of Higher Educational Institutions and their nodal agencies, service rules and conditions, student admission and evaluation procedures, legal knowledge and procedures |
| Skill Test (qualifying) | 100 marks, minimum 50 to qualify. Translation, typing in Hindi and English, dictation in Hindi and English | 100 marks, minimum 50 to qualify. Legal aptitude and methodology of the subject |
- Shortlisting for the main exam: The preliminary cut-off is 50% of the average score of the top 5% of test-takers, with 5% relaxation for SC/ST and 10% for PwBD. The advertisement also fixes the number of candidates called for the main exam, and candidates tied at the cut-off are also called.
- The preliminary test is not held if the ratio of vacancies to applicants is below 1:30.
- The final merit is made from the main exam, and only candidates who take both the main exam and the skill test are considered.
- Candidates with PwBD get 20 minutes extra per hour in the preliminary and main exams.
- Contract, ad hoc or temporary employees of the University get 1 mark per year of service, up to 10 marks, as per the scheme of examination.
For syllabus and exam guides of other exams, see our Syllabus section. The exam date, admit card and result will come later, so keep an eye on our Admit Card section and Sarkari Result section.
How to Apply for DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026
The application is online only. The notice does not give a direct apply link, and it asks candidates to go to the DU website. Follow the steps below.
- Visit the official website, du.ac.in.
- Click "Work with DU" and then "Advertisement - Departments".
- Open Advt. No. R&P/326/2026 and read the advertisement, qualification and scheme of examination fully.
- Fill in the online application form for the post you want (ND0601 or ND0602).
- Upload the documents, pay the fee as per your category, and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the submitted form for your record.
Important points:
- Applications with incomplete information or without the fee are rejected.
- All letters, including the interview or test letter, are sent only to the email ID you give in the form.
- For technical problems, email non_teaching_rec@admin.du.ac.in.
- Any addendum or corrigendum will be put only on the DU website.
Important Conditions
The table below lists the conditions in the general instructions that you should know before you apply.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) certificate | In the DoP&T format, issued on or after April 1, 2026, digitally verifiable, with the caste and sub-caste in the Central List. Otherwise you are treated as General |
| EWS certificate | Income and Asset certificate issued on or after April 1, 2026 and on or before the last date of application. Otherwise you are treated as General |
| PwBD | Disability of at least 40% and a valid certificate uploaded with the application |
| Government or PSU employees | Must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at document verification, or the candidature is cancelled |
| Provisional acceptance | All applications are accepted provisionally. Documents are checked later, and false information leads to cancellation at any stage |
| TA/DA | Not paid for the written test or skill test |
| Posts | Number, category and mode can change, and the university can leave posts unfilled |
DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are 3 vacancies: 2 for Junior Hindi Translator and 1 for Legal Assistant. All are Unreserved.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
November 20, 2026, or within two weeks from the date the advertisement is published in the Employment News, whichever is later.
Q3. What is the advertisement number?
Advt. No. R&P/326/2026, dated October 30, 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant?
35 years for Junior Hindi Translator and 40 years for Legal Assistant, counted on the closing date. Relaxation is as per rules.
Q5. What is the qualification for Legal Assistant at DU?
A professional Law degree from a recognised University, and at least 3 years of experience in handling court cases in a government or semi-government organisation and/or practice before a High Court or Lower Court in Civil or Labour matters.
Q6. What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,000 for General, Rs. 800 for OBC (NCL), EWS and Female, and Rs. 600 for SC, ST and PwBD.
Q7. What is the pay level of these posts?
Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, plus admissible allowances.
Q8. What is the selection process?
A preliminary MCQ test for shortlisting, a descriptive main exam of 200 marks, and a qualifying skill test of 100 marks (minimum 50 marks).
Q9. Where do I apply?
On du.ac.in, under "Work with DU" and then "Advertisement - Departments".
DU Junior Hindi Translator and Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Work with DU > Advertisement - Departments) | du.ac.in |
| Short Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Vacancy Details PDF | Download Here |
| Qualification PDF | Download Here |
| Scheme of Examination PDF | Download Here |
| General Instructions PDF | Download Here |
| University of Delhi Official Website | du.ac.in |
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