SZCC Group A, B & C Recruitment 2026: South Zone Cultural Centre (SZCC) has released new notification to fill the vacancies of 25 Group A, B & C Jobs, All interested and eligible candidates can use this job opportunity to apply for these posts before the last date of application. Candidates who have completed their 10th, 12th, Diploma, Any Degree, B.E / B.Tech can apply for the SZCC Group A, B & C Notification 2026. The Selection Process for SZCC Group A, B & C Recruitment 2026 will be Written Test, Interview / Skill test. The online application will start from 19.09.2026 and remain open till 03.11.2026 through the official website.
Check below education details, age limit, selection process, application fee, salary, and how to apply for SZCC Group A, B & C Online Application Form 2026.
SZCC Group A, B & C Recruitment 2026
| SZCC Eligibility & Vacancy 2026 details |
| Organization Name |
South Zone Cultural Centre (SZCC), Thanjavur |
| Vacancy |
25 |
| Post name |
Group A, B (Non Gazetted) & Group C Posts |
| Starting date |
19.09.2026 |
| Ending date |
03.11.2026 |
| Qualification |
10th, 12th, Diploma, Any Degree, B.E / B.Tech |
| Salary |
Rs.5,200 - 39,100 + Grade Pay |
| Job Location |
Thanjavur |
| Apply Mode |
Online |
| Official Website |
https://szccindia.org/ |
Vacancy details for SZCC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
No. of Posts |
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) (Deputation) |
01 |
| Deputy Director (Programme) (Deputation) |
01 |
| Assistant Director (Programme) (Deputation) |
02 |
| Assistant Director (Administration and Accounts) (Deputation) |
02 |
| Stenographer Grade-I (Deputation) |
01 |
| Programme Executive (Direct Recruitment) |
03 |
| Assistant (Direct Recruitment) |
01 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Direct Recruitment) |
01 |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) (Direct Recruitment) |
01 |
| Documentation Officer (Direct Recruitment) |
01 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Direct Recruitment) |
01 |
| Assistant Programme Executive (Direct Recruitment) |
04 |
| Exhibition Assistant (Direct Recruitment) |
01 |
| Junior Assistant (Direct Recruitment) |
03 |
| Stenographer Grade-II (Direct Recruitment) |
02 |
| Total |
25 Posts |
Eligibility details for SZCC Recruitment 2026
Qualification details for SZCC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Qualification |
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) |
Candidates currently employed in Central or State Governments, autonomous bodies, or Universities: i) Holding an equivalent/analogous post on a regular basis; OR ii) Possessing Three years of regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 15,600–39,100 + GP 5400; OR iii) Possessing Five Years of total combined regular service in the pay scales of Rs. 15,600–39,100 + GP 5400 and Rs. 9,300–34,800 + GP 4800; AND iv) Knowledge of Administrative and Accounts matters. |
| Deputy Director (Programme) |
Central or State Government officials, along with employees from autonomous organizations or Universities, possessing relevant background in Art & Culture: i) Holding an equivalent or analogous position on a regular basis; OR ii) Having completed Three years of regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 15,600–39,100 + GP 5400; OR iii) Possessing Five Years of combined regular service in the pay scales of Rs. 15,600–39,100 + GP 5400 and GP 4800. |
| Assistant Director (Programme) |
Central or State Government officials, along with employees from autonomous organizations or Universities, possessing relevant background in Art & Culture: i) Currently serving in an equivalent or analogous post on a regular basis; OR ii) Possessing Three years of regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 9300–34800 + GP 4600; OR iii) Possessing Five Years of total combined regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 9300–34800 with GP 4800 and GP 4200. |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) |
Candidates currently employed in Central or State Governments, autonomous bodies, or Universities: i) Currently serving in an equivalent/analogous position on a regular basis; OR ii) Minimum Two years of regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 9300-34800 + GP 4800; OR iii) Minimum Three years of regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 9300-34800 + GP 4600; OR iv) A minimum of five years of total combined regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 9300-34800, across Grade Pay 4800 and Grade Pay 4200; v) Demonstrated expertise in Administrative and Accounts functions. |
| Stenographer Grade-I |
Candidates currently employed in Central or State Governments, autonomous bodies, or Universities: i) Must hold an equivalent position on a regular basis; or ii) Must have completed Three years of regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 9300–34800 + GP 2800, or a combined Five Years of service in the GP of Rs. 2800 + 2400 as a Stenographer. |
| Programme Executive |
(i) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. (ii) Candidates must possess at least Five Years of professional experience in the field of culture within Central/State Governments, autonomous institutions, Universities, or renowned Cultural bodies. Desirable: Proficiency and fluency in spoken and written Hindi and English. |
| Assistant |
(i) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. (ii) Proficiency in computer. Desirable: (i) Administrative work experience in Central or State Governments, autonomous bodies, Universities, or reputed cultural organizations. (ii) Proficiency and fluency in spoken and written Hindi and English. |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) |
Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. Desirable: i) Spoken and written proficiency in English and Hindi. ii) Five Years experience of working in the relevant field. |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) |
Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. Desirable: i) Spoken and written proficiency in English and Hindi. ii) 5 years experience of working in the relevant field. |
| Documentation Officer |
i) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. ii) Spoken and written proficiency in English and Hindi. Desirable: i) Diploma/Degree in IT / Computer Science. ii) Practical experience in the art and culture domain with Central or State Governments, autonomous bodies, Universities, or renowned cultural institutions. iii) Spoken and written proficiency in English and Hindi. |
| Junior Hindi Translator |
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited University with Hindi as main subject. Desirable: Experience in Hindi Translation job. |
| Assistant Programme Executive |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Desirable: i) Experience of working in cultural field with Central Government / State Governments or their autonomous bodies / Universities or reputed cultural organizations. ii) Spoken and written proficiency in English and Hindi. |
| Exhibition Assistant |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Desirable: i) Prior experience in Arts and Designing with Central or State Governments, autonomous bodies, Universities, or reputed cultural institutions. ii) Spoken and written proficiency in English and Hindi. iii) Proficiency in computer operation, noting and drafting. |
| Junior Assistant |
i) 10 +2 from any recognized Board/University. ii) Typing speed of 35 w.p.m in English or 30 w.p.m in Hindi or bilingual on computer. iii) Proficiency in computer operation, noting and drafting. Desirable: Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institution. |
| Stenographer Grade-II |
i) 10 +2 from any recognized Board/University. ii) Minimum shorthand speed of 80 wpm (dictation duration: 10 minutes; transcription duration on computer: 50 minutes for English and 65 minutes for Hindi). iii) Proficiency in computer operation, noting and drafting. Desirable: Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institution. |
Age limits for SZCC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Age limit |
| Deputy Director (Administration and Accounts) |
Not exceeding 55 years |
| Deputy Director (Programme) |
Not exceeding 55 years |
| Assistant Director (Programme) |
Not exceeding 55 years |
| Assistant Director (Administration and Accounts) |
Not exceeding 55 years |
| Stenographer Grade-I |
Not exceeding 55 years |
| Programme Executive |
30 years |
| Assistant |
30 years |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) |
30 years |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) |
30 years |
| Documentation Officer |
30 years |
| Junior Hindi Translator |
30 years |
| Assistant Programme Executive |
25 years |
| Exhibition Assistant |
25 years |
| Junior Assistant |
25 years |
| Stenographer Grade-II |
25 years |
Salary details for SZCC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Salary Details |
| Dy Director (Administration and Accounts) |
Rs.15,600-39,100 + GP 6600 |
| Deputy Director (Programme) |
Rs.15,600-39,100 + GP 6600 |
| Assistant Director (Programme) |
Rs.15,600-39,100 + GP 6600 |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) |
Rs.15,600-39,100 + GP 6600 |
| Stenographer Grade-I |
Rs.9,300– 34,800 + GP 4200 |
| Programme Executive |
Rs.9,300– 34,800 + GP 4200 |
| Assistant |
Rs.9,300– 34,800 + GP 4200 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) |
Rs.9,300– 34,800 + GP 4200 |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) |
Rs.9,300– 34,800 + GP 4200 |
| Documentation Officer |
Rs.9,300– 34,800 + GP 4200 |
| Junior Hindi Translator |
Rs.9,300– 34,800 + GP 4200 |
| Assistant Programme Executive |
Rs.5,200- 20,200 + GP 2400 |
| Exhibition Assistant |
Rs.5,200- 20,200 + GP 2400 |
| Junior Assistant |
Rs.5,200- 20,200 + GP 2400 |
| Stenographer Grade-II |
Rs.5,200- 20,200 + GP 2400 |
SZCC Recruitment 2026 Selection process
- Written Test
- Interview / Skill test
SZCC Notification 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
Rs.100/- |
| SC / ST / PwD |
Nil |
Important Dates for the SZCC Notification 2026:
| Notification Published |
19.09.2026 |
| Application Start Date |
19.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
03.11.2026 |
Notification PDF and Application form, details
FAQs – SZCC Group A, B & C Recruitment 2026
Education Qualification Details
Candidates must have passed 12th, or possess a Diploma or Degree in the relevant field from a recognized Board or University.
Age Limit
Upper age limit is 25 to 30 years for direct recruitment posts and up to 55 years for deputation posts as on 03.11.2026, with age relaxations applicable as per norms.
How to Apply Online for SZCC Group A, B & C 2026)
Visit the official website https://szccindia.org/, go to the Careers section, fill out the application form with required details, pay the application fee if applicable, and submit the online application before 03.11.2026.
