SZCC Recruitment 2026: 25 Posts for Various Roles

South Zone Cultural Centre (SZCC) Job Notification 2026

The South Zone Cultural Centre (SZCC), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for various posts. Applications are invited for direct recruitment, deputation, and short-term contract positions. This is an opportunity to join an organization dedicated to promoting folk and tribal art and culture across India.

Job Highlights

The South Zone Cultural Centre is looking to fill 25 vacancies across several departments. The recruitment drive aims to bring in skilled professionals for roles such as Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Programme Executive, Assistant Engineer, Documentation Officer, and more. The application process involves sending a filled application form along with a demand draft to the specified address.

Important Dates

The last date to submit applications is within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar. Candidates should ensure their applications reach the office of the Director, SZCC, Thanjavur, before this deadline.

Vacancy Details

A total of 25 vacancies are available for various posts. The specific number of vacancies for each post is detailed in the official notification. Some of the posts announced include:

• Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts)
• Deputy Director (Programme)
• Assistant Director (Programme)
• Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts)
• Stenographer Grade-I
• Programme Executive
• Assistant
• Assistant Engineer (Civil)
• Assistant Engineer (Electrical)
• Documentation Officer
• Junior Hindi Translator
• Assistant Programme Executive
• Exhibition Assistant
• Junior Assistant
• Stenographer Grade-II

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria vary depending on the post and the mode of recruitment (Deputation, Short Term Contract, or Direct Recruitment). Generally, candidates applying for deputation or short-term contract roles should be working in Central Government, State Governments, or their autonomous bodies/universities. For direct recruitment, specific educational qualifications and experience are required.

The maximum age limit for applicants is specified for each post and mode of recruitment:

• For Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years.
• For Short Term Contract: Not exceeding 65 years.
• For Direct Recruitment: The age limit is generally 30 years for some posts like Junior Hindi Translator and 25 years for Assistant Programme Executive. Specific age limits for other direct recruitment posts are mentioned in the notification.

Educational Qualification

Educational qualifications are post-specific. For example:

• Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts): Holding an analogous post on a regular basis, or 3 years of regular service in the scale of Rs. +GP 5400, or 5 years of combined regular service in the scale of Rs. + GP 5400 and +GP 4800, with knowledge of Accounts & Administrative matters.
• Deputy Director (Programme): For deputation, officers with experience in Arts and Culture. For short-term contract, cultural personalities with at least 10 years of standing and experience in organizing cultural programmes, possessing a Bachelor Degree.
• Assistant Director (Programme): For deputation, similar criteria as Deputy Director (Programme). For short-term contract, cultural personalities with at least 8 years of standing and experience in organizing cultural programmes, possessing a Bachelor Degree.
• Junior Hindi Translator: Bachelor's Degree with Hindi as the main subject.
• Assistant Programme Executive: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.

Detailed educational and experience requirements for all posts are available in the official notification.

Application Fee

An application fee of Rs. 100/- (non-refundable) is required for all applicants. This fee must be paid in the form of a Demand Draft payable at Thanjavur in favour of the Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur – 613 004.

Exemption: Candidates belonging to SC/ST categories and Female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.

Salary / Pay Scale

The pay scale for the posts varies. For instance:

• Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) and Deputy Director (Programme) are in the scale of + GP 6600.
• Assistant Director (Programme) and Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) are in the scale of + GP 5400.
• Stenographer Grade-I is in the scale of + GP 4200.
• Assistant Programme Executive is in the scale of + GP 2400.

The exact pay scale for each post is detailed in the official notification.

Selection Process

The selection procedure will be decided by the Executive Board (SZCC) / Appointing Authority. This may include a written examination, interview, skill test, or a combination of these methods.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates need to apply offline. The application form and other details can be downloaded from the official website of the South Zone Cultural Centre: www.szccindia.org.

The application, complete in all respects, along with the Demand Draft for the application fee (if applicable) and superscribed on the cover "Application for the Post of...", should be sent to the following address:

The Director,
South Zone Cultural Centre,
'Dakshini', Medical College Road,
Thanjavur – 613 004,
Tamil Nadu.

Documents Required

Candidates are advised to check the official notification for a complete list of required documents to be submitted along with the application form. Typically, this may include copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, identity proof, and category certificates (if applicable).

Important Instructions

• Ensure that the application is complete and all required details are filled correctly.
• The application must be superscribed on the cover with the name of the post being applied for.
• Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
• Candidates should refer to the official notification for any specific instructions or clarifications.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for the SZCC recruitment?

Applications must reach the SZCC office within 45 days from the advertisement date in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar.

Is there an application fee for this recruitment?

Yes, the application fee is Rs. 100/-. However, SC/ST candidates and Female candidates are exempted from this fee.

How will candidates be selected?

The selection process will be decided by the appointing authority and may include a written test, interview, or skill test.

Where can I download the application form?

The application form and other details can be obtained from the official website: www.szccindia.org.

Important Links

Official Website → Not specified in the official notification.

Notification PDF → Click Here