Maitreyi College, an NAAC A++ accredited college of the University of Delhi located in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, has announced direct recruitment for non-teaching staff on a permanent basis. The roles span administrative, laboratory and library support services that keep the college's academic work running day to day.
Maitreyi College Recruitment 2026 - Administrative Officer and Other Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026MT/Estab./NT/Advt./2026/01
Total Vacancies
52
Last Date
09 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Permanent
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 09 Oct 2026
- Notification26 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed09 Oct
About Maitreyi College Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Maitreyi College, University of Delhi
- Advertisement No.
- MT/Estab./NT/Advt./2026/01
- Post Name
- Administrative Officer, Senior Assistant and 10 more
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- English Typing @35 wpm or Hindi Typing @30 wpm for Junior Assistant; Certificate course in Library Science for Library Attendant.
Vacancy Breakdown
Administrative Officer
1
UR 1
Senior Assistant
1
UR 1
Junior Assistant
6
UR 3OBC 1SC 1
Library Attendant
11
UR 10OBC 1
Laboratory Assistant – Botany
3
UR 3
Laboratory Assistant – Chemistry
3
UR 2OBC 1
Laboratory Assistant – Physics
1
SC 1
Laboratory Assistant – Zoology
2
UR 1SC 1
Laboratory Attendant – Botany
6
UR 5OBC 1
Laboratory Attendant – Chemistry
8
UR 3OBC 2SC 1ST 1EWS 1
Laboratory Attendant – Physics
6
UR 1OBC 2SC 1EWS 1
Laboratory Attendant – Zoology
4
UR 1OBC 1SC 1ST 1
Total52
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Senior Assistant | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Junior Assistant | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 6 |
| Library Attendant | 10 | 1 | — | — | — | 11 |
| Laboratory Assistant – Botany | 3 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| Laboratory Assistant – Chemistry | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 |
| Laboratory Assistant – Physics | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Laboratory Assistant – Zoology | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 |
| Laboratory Attendant – Botany | 5 | 1 | — | — | — | 6 |
| Laboratory Attendant – Chemistry | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Laboratory Attendant – Physics | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 6 |
| Laboratory Attendant – Zoology | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 4 |
| Grand Total | 31 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 52 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Administrative Officer1 post
- Qualification
- Master's Degree with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade. The appointment under direct recruitment shall be made through an All India open competition by conducting a written test and interview.
- Age Limit
- 40 years
- Final Merit
- Examination (Main) 70 marks plus Interview/Personality Test 30 marks, total 100 marks
Senior Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree from any recognized University/Institution. Three years' experience as Assistant or equivalent in Level-4 in Central/State Government/University/PSU and other Central/State Autonomous Bodies, or equivalent pay package in reputed private companies/corporate bank with a minimum annual turnover of at least Rs. 200 crore. Proficiency in Computer Application, noting and drafting.
- Experience
- Three years' experience as Assistant or equivalent in Level-4
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Merit
- Drawn only on the Examination (Main); the Skill Test is qualifying in nature
Junior Assistant6 posts
- Qualification
- A Bachelor's Degree from any recognized Institute/University. English Typing @35 wpm OR Hindi Typing @30 wpm. Proficiency in Computer Operations.
- Age Limit
- 32 years
- Merit
- Drawn only on the Examination (Main); the Skill Test is qualifying in nature
Library Attendant11 posts
- Qualification
- 10+2 or its equivalent examination from a recognized Board. Certificate course in Library Science from a recognized Institution. Candidates shall be assessed for knowledge of Computer Applications.
- Age Limit
- 32 years
- Merit
- Drawn only on the Examination (Main); the Skill Test is qualifying in nature
Laboratory Assistant
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree with minimum two years of working and maintenance experience of sophisticated scientific instruments in the Laboratory. The relevant subject will be as decided by the University as per the functional requirement of the department concerned. The experience should be in University/Research establishment/Central/State Govt./PSU and other Autonomous Bodies or a private organization of repute with an annual turnover of minimum Rs. 200 crore.
- Experience
- Minimum two years of working and maintenance experience of sophisticated scientific instruments in a laboratory
- Age Limit
- 32 years
- Departments
- Botany, Chemistry, Physics and Zoology
- Merit
- Drawn only on the Examination (Main); the Skill Test is qualifying in nature
Laboratory Attendant
- Qualification
- 10+2 with Science stream from any recognized Central/State Board OR 10th pass from any recognized Central/State Board with Science as one of the subjects and skill certificate program in Laboratory Technology or ITI in relevant trade.
- Age Limit
- 32 years
- Departments
- Botany, Chemistry, Physics and Zoology
- Merit
- Drawn only on the Examination (Main); the Skill Test is qualifying in nature
Age Limit
Administrative Officer: 40 years; Senior Assistant: 35 years; Junior Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Attendant and Library Attendant: 32 years. Age is reckoned as on the closing date of the advertisement.
Age Relaxation
As per Central Government orders adopted by the University for SC/ST/OBC (Central List)/PwD/Ex-servicemen and other specified categories. Up to a maximum of 5 years, or the number of completed years of service whichever is less, for candidates with at least 3 years' regular service in the same or allied field under Government Departments, Statutory or Autonomous Bodies, Universities, affiliated or constituent colleges or PSUs. Upper age limit not insisted upon for departmental candidates of the University or its colleges; one-time exemption for those already working on contract, daily wages or ad-hoc basis in the University or its colleges with at least 1 year of service.
Application Fee
General / Unreserved
Rs. 1000
OBC (NCL) / EWS / Female
Rs. 800
SC / ST / PwBD
Rs. 600
Selection Process
Each post has its own selection and exam — open a post to see its tests and marks.
Administrative Officer1 post
- Stages
- Preliminary Test — MCQ based, 100 questions of 4 marks each, 400 marks, 2 hours; shortlisting only with no weightage in the final assessment
- Examination (Main) — Descriptive, 70 marks, 2 hours; Constitution of India and Indian Polity, Educational Administration and Management, functional aspects of working of Government Bodies and Institutions
- Interview/Personality Test — 30 marks; tests the knowledge and personality of the candidate to assess suitability for the post
- Exam Pattern
- MCQ (Preliminary Test)2 Hours100 questions400 marksNegative: 1 mark per wrong answer
Subject Questions Marks General Studies 30 120 Reasoning 30 120 General Mathematical Ability 30 120 Functioning of Higher Educational Institutions 10 40
Senior Assistant1 post
- Stages
- Preliminary Test — MCQ based, 150 questions of 2 marks each, 300 marks, 3 hours; shortlisting only
- Examination (Main) — Descriptive, 200 marks, 2 hours; Educational Administration and Management, Rules and their application in Higher Educational Institutions; merit is drawn on this examination
- Skill Test — 100 marks, qualifying only with a minimum of 50 marks; management of administrative units, office procedures, IT knowledge, noting and drafting
- Exam Pattern
- MCQ (Preliminary Test)3 Hours150 questions300 marksNegative: 0.5 mark per wrong answer
Subject Questions Marks General Knowledge 35 70 Reasoning 35 70 General Mathematical Ability 35 70 Administration of Higher Educational Institutions 45 90
Junior Assistant6 posts
- Stages
- Preliminary Test — MCQ based, 150 questions of 2 marks each, 300 marks, 3 hours; shortlisting only
- Examination (Main) — Descriptive, 200 marks, 2 hours; Constitution of India, working of the Indian Political System and Economy, General Studies, and Act, Statutes and Ordinances of the University of Delhi; merit is drawn on this examination
- Skill Test — 100 marks, qualifying only with a minimum of 50 marks; management of administrative units, office procedures, IT knowledge, noting and drafting
- Exam Pattern
- MCQ (Preliminary Test)3 Hours150 questions300 marksNegative: 0.5 mark per wrong answer
Subject Questions Marks General Knowledge 35 70 Reasoning 35 70 General Mathematical Ability 35 70 Administration of Higher Educational Institutions 45 90
Library Attendant11 posts
- Stages
- Preliminary Test — MCQ based, 150 questions of 2 marks each, 300 marks, 3 hours; shortlisting only
- Examination (Main) — Descriptive, 300 marks, 3 hours; Library and Information Science procedures, rules and regulations, library software packages, educational administration and management; merit is drawn on this examination
- Skill Test — 100 marks, qualifying only with a minimum of 50 marks; library and information science procedures and computer/library software knowledge
- Exam Pattern
- MCQ (Preliminary Test)3 Hours150 questions300 marksNegative: 0.5 mark per wrong answer
Subject Questions Marks Functional IT and Library Software Knowledge 45 90 Reasoning 35 70 General Mathematical Ability 35 70 Administration of Higher Educational Institutions 35 70
Laboratory Assistant
- Stages
- Preliminary Test — MCQ based, 150 questions of 2 marks each, 300 marks, 3 hours; shortlisting only
- Examination (Main) — Descriptive, 300 marks, 3 hours; laboratory procedures and norms, computer knowledge, educational administration and management, domain knowledge; merit is drawn on this examination
- Skill Test — 100 marks, qualifying only with a minimum of 50 marks; laboratory practices and procedures and computer knowledge
- Exam Pattern
- MCQ (Preliminary Test)3 Hours150 questions300 marksNegative: 0.5 mark per wrong answer
Subject Questions Marks Domain Knowledge 45 90 Reasoning 35 70 General Mathematical Ability 35 70 Administration of Higher Educational Institutions 35 70
Laboratory Attendant
- Stages
- Preliminary Test — MCQ based, 150 questions of 2 marks each, 300 marks, 3 hours; shortlisting only
- Examination (Main) — Descriptive, 300 marks, 3 hours; laboratory procedures and norms, computer knowledge, educational administration and management, domain knowledge; merit is drawn on this examination
- Skill Test — 100 marks, qualifying only with a minimum of 50 marks; laboratory practices and procedures and computer knowledge
- Exam Pattern
- MCQ (Preliminary Test)3 Hours150 questions300 marksNegative: 0.5 mark per wrong answer
Subject Questions Marks Domain Knowledge 45 90 Reasoning 35 70 General Mathematical Ability 35 70 Administration of Higher Educational Institutions 35 70
- 1Preliminary Test
MCQ based test used only for shortlisting, with no weightage in the final assessment; 100 questions and 400 marks in 2 hours for Administrative Officer, 150 questions and 300 marks in 3 hours for all other posts.
- 2Examination (Main)
Descriptive examination that carries the merit for every post except Administrative Officer; 70 marks in 2 hours for Administrative Officer, 200 marks for Senior Assistant and Junior Assistant, 300 marks for Library Attendant, Laboratory Assistant and Laboratory Attendant.
Shortlisting ratio: 30 candidates shortlisted for one vacancy, plus 15 additional candidates for each remaining advertised vacancy
Salary Structure
Administrative Officer
Pay: Pay Level 10 (as per 7th CPC)
Senior Assistant
Pay: Pay Level 6 (as per 7th CPC)
Junior Assistant
Pay: Pay Level 2 (as per 7th CPC)
Library Attendant
Pay: Pay Level 1 (as per 7th CPC)
Laboratory Assistant
Pay: Pay Level 4 (as per 7th CPC)
Laboratory Attendant
Pay: Pay Level 1 (as per 7th CPC)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | Pay Level 10 (as per 7th CPC) |
| Senior Assistant | Pay Level 6 (as per 7th CPC) |
| Junior Assistant | Pay Level 2 (as per 7th CPC) |
| Library Attendant | Pay Level 1 (as per 7th CPC) |
| Laboratory Assistant | Pay Level 4 (as per 7th CPC) |
| Laboratory Attendant | Pay Level 1 (as per 7th CPC) |
How to Apply
- 1Register on the University of Delhi non-teaching recruitment portal.
- 2Log in and fill the complete online application form.
- 3Upload the certificates required for the eligibility conditions of the post applied for.
- 4Pay the applicable application fee online as per your category.
- 5Submit a separate application and pay a separate fee for each post applied for.
- 6Review all entries carefully; no request for change in any particular of the application form will be entertained.
- 7Submit before the last date and retain a hard copy of the confirmation page and the fee payment proof.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets relevant to the post
•Experience certificates wherever prescribed
•Caste/category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) in the prescribed DoPT format valid for Central Government employment
•EWS Income and Assets Certificate
•Valid Disability Certificate (minimum 40% disability) for PwBD benefits
•No Objection Certificate from employer for candidates already employed with State/Central Govt./PSU
Important Details
- The last date for receipt of application is 09.10.2026 or within two weeks from the date of publication of the advertisement, whichever is later.
- Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification and experience as on the closing date of application.
- SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwD candidates who apply against unreserved vacancies are not eligible for age relaxation or relaxation in cut-off marks otherwise allowed to their category, and reserve category candidates who become eligible through age relaxation are considered only for the reserved seats of their category.
- The OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued on or after 01.04.2026 and must be valid for Central Government employment; the EWS income and assets certificate must be issued on or before the last date of application but not earlier than 01.04.2026.
- PwBD candidates must have a disability of not less than 40 per cent.
- Candidates already in employment with State/Central Government or PSU must submit a No Objection Certificate from the employer.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the written test, skill test or interview.
- Applications are accepted provisionally and eligibility is scrutinised later, so candidature is cancelled at any stage if a claim is not substantiated.
- Candidates are not required to send the hard copy of the confirmation page to the college office.
- For persistent technical issues, candidates can write to [email protected].
- Any addendum or corrigendum will be posted only on the college website.
Scheme of Examination - Common Rules
- The Preliminary Test is for shortlisting only and carries no weightage in the final assessment.
- The cut-off for qualifying the Preliminary Test is 50% of the average score of the top 5% of candidates, with a relaxation of 5% for SC/ST and 10% for PwBD candidates.
- Negative marking is 1 mark per wrong answer for Administrative Officer and 0.5 mark per wrong answer for all other posts.
- Against one vacant post, 30 candidates are shortlisted for the Main Examination, plus 15 additional candidates for each remaining advertised vacancy (45 for two vacancies, 60 for three).
- 20 minutes extra per hour is given to Visually Impaired, Cerebral Palsy or similarly placed PwBD candidates at every stage.
- Question papers for the Preliminary Test, Main Examination and Skill Test are bilingual in English and Hindi, and the same medium must be used throughout.
- Merit for Senior Assistant, Junior Assistant, Library Attendant, Laboratory Assistant and Laboratory Attendant is drawn only on the Main Examination; the Skill Test is qualifying with a minimum of 50 marks.
Posts Reserved for PwBD
Administrative Officer
Reserved for: Locomotor Disability
Senior Assistant
Reserved for: Hard of Hearing
Junior Assistant
Reserved for: Visual Impairment
Laboratory Attendant (Physics)
Reserved for: Other Benchmark Disability
| Post | Reserved for |
|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | Locomotor Disability |
| Senior Assistant | Hard of Hearing |
| Junior Assistant | Visual Impairment |
| Laboratory Attendant (Physics) | Other Benchmark Disability |
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application and pay the fee separately for each post.
Can candidates of any category apply against the posts reserved for PwBD?
Yes. For the posts reserved for PwBD (LD, HH, VI and OBD), candidates of any category, including UR, SC, ST, OBC and EWS, may apply.
Do I need to send a hard copy of the application to the college?
No. Candidates are not required to send the confirmation page to the college office, but should retain a hard copy of it along with the fee payment proof for future reference.
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