The South Zone Cultural Centre has announced the recruitment for various posts including Deputy Director, Assistant Director, and others with a total of 25 vacancies. The last date to apply is within 45 days from the publication in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.
South Zone Cultural Centre Deputy Director Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization | South Zone Cultural Centre |
| Post Name | Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Stenographer, Programme Executive, Assistant, Assistant Engineer, Documentation Officer, Junior Hindi Translator and other posts |
| Advt No | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | As per official notification |
Important Dates
The key dates for the recruitment process are outlined in the table below.
| Last Date to Apply | Within 45 days from publication in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay an application fee as detailed below.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General and other candidates | Rs. 100 |
| SC/ST candidates | No fee |
| Female candidates | No fee |
Age Limit
The age limit for various posts varies as shown in the table below. Age relaxation details are not provided.
| Post Name | Maximum Age Limit |
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) | Not exceeding 55 years for deputation |
| Deputy Director (Programme) | Not exceeding 55 years for deputation and 65 years for short-term contract |
| Assistant Director (Programme) | Not exceeding 55 years for deputation and 65 years for short-term contract |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) | Not exceeding 55 years for deputation |
| Stenographer Grade-I | Not exceeding 55 years for deputation |
| Programme Executive | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 18 to 30 years |
| Documentation Officer | 18 to 30 years |
| Junior Hindi Translator | 18 to 30 years |
| Assistant Programme Executive | 18 to 25 years |
| Exhibition Assistant | 18 to 25 years |
| Junior Assistant | 18 to 25 years |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 18 to 25 years |
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the vacancies available for each post along with the mode of recruitment.
| S.No. | Post Name | Group | Vacancies | Mode of Recruitment |
| 1 | Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) | A | 1 | Deputation |
| 2 | Deputy Director (Programme) | A | 1 | Deputation/Short-Term Contract |
| 3 | Assistant Director (Programme) | A | 2 | Deputation/Short-Term Contract |
| 4 | Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) | A | 2 | Deputation |
| 5 | Stenographer Grade-I | A | 1 | Deputation |
| 6 | Programme Executive | B | 3 | Direct Recruitment |
| 7 | Assistant | B | 1 | Direct Recruitment |
| 8 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B | 1 | Direct Recruitment |
| 9 | Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | B | 1 | Direct Recruitment |
| 10 | Documentation Officer | B | 1 | Direct Recruitment |
| 11 | Junior Hindi Translator | B | 1 | Direct Recruitment |
| 12 | Assistant Programme Executive | C | 4 | Direct Recruitment |
| 13 | Exhibition Assistant | C | 1 | Direct Recruitment |
| 14 | Junior Assistant | C | 3 | Direct Recruitment |
| 15 | Stenographer Grade-II | C | 2 | Direct Recruitment |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
The notification does not specify post-wise educational qualifications and experience requirements. Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed notification available on the official website for complete eligibility criteria.
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary structure for the various posts is provided in the table below.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) | Rs. 15,600–39,100 with Grade Pay Rs. 6,600 |
| Deputy Director (Programme) | Rs. 15,600–39,100 with Grade Pay Rs. 6,600 |
| Assistant Director (Programme) | Rs. 15,600–39,100 with Grade Pay Rs. 5,400 |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) | Rs. 15,600–39,100 with Grade Pay Rs. 5,400 |
| Stenographer Grade-I | Rs. 9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,200 |
| Programme Executive | Rs. 9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,200 |
| Assistant | Rs. 9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,200 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Rs. 9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,600 |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | Rs. 9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,600 |
| Documentation Officer | Rs. 9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,600 |
| Junior Hindi Translator | Rs. 9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,200 |
| Assistant Programme Executive | Rs. 5,200–20,200 with Grade Pay Rs. 2,400 |
| Exhibition Assistant | Rs. 5,200–20,200 with Grade Pay Rs. 2,400 |
| Junior Assistant | Rs. 5,200–20,200 with Grade Pay Rs. 2,400 |
| Stenographer Grade-II | Rs. 5,200–20,200 with Grade Pay Rs. 2,400 |
Selection Process
The selection process for the various posts will be based on the mode of recruitment specified for each position. The stages include:
- Application submission.
- Screening of applications.
- Interview or selection test (if applicable).
- Final selection based on merit.
How to Apply
Candidates should follow the steps outlined below to submit their application.
- Visit the official South Zone Cultural Centre website at szccindia.org.
- Download Notification No. SZCC-01/2026 and the prescribed application form.
- Check the post-wise educational qualification, experience, and eligibility requirements.
- Complete the application form with the required details.
- Prepare a Demand Draft for Rs. 100 if the application fee applies.
- Attach the required documents and Demand Draft to the application.
- Write “Application for the Post of ______” on the envelope.
- Send the completed application to the Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the South Zone Cultural Centre recruitment?
The last date to apply is within 45 days from publication in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.
What is the application fee for the recruitment?
The application fee is Rs. 100 for General and other candidates, while SC/ST and female candidates are exempt from the fee.
What is the age limit for the various posts?
The age limit ranges from 18 to 65 years depending on the post and recruitment mode.
What is the selection process for the recruitment?
The selection process includes application submission, screening, and may involve an interview or selection test based on the post.
How can I apply for the South Zone Cultural Centre recruitment?
Candidates can apply by downloading the application form from the official website, completing it, and sending it to the Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: दक्षिण क्षेत्र सांस्कृतिक केंद्र
- पद: उप निदेशक, सहायक निदेशक, स्टेनोग्राफर और अन्य पद
- कुल पद: 25
- योग्यता: किसी भी स्नातक
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 65 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: रोजगार समाचार/रोजगार समाचार में प्रकाशन के 45 दिन के भीतर
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन आवेदन करें
