RBU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2020: Rabindra Bharati University (RBU), Kolkata has officially cancelled and withdrawn its non-teaching staff recruitment drive advertised under Employment Notification No. Estt./7129/2020, dated 12 February 2020. The university announced the decision in a press release (Ref. No. RB/REG/256/2026) dated 6 November 2026, signed by the Registrar (Acting).
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As per the press release, the recruitment has been cancelled wholly due to administrative reasons. The decision was taken by the Executive Council of the University at its meeting on 6 October 2026, under Clause 10(ii) of the “General Instructions to the Applicants” in the original notification.
The 2020 notification was for 116 posts: 49 Junior Assistant posts (Grade-I) and 67 Grade-II posts, such as Junior Attendant, Junior Guard, Junior Sweeper and Junior Farash. Candidates had applied online in February–March 2020, and now, more than six years later, the entire recruitment has been withdrawn.
The good news for applicants is that the application fee will be refunded. RBU has said that the modalities for the refund will be announced on its website, www.rbu.ac.in, in due course.
In this article, we cover the details of the cancellation notice, the posts affected, the refund process and what applicants should do now.
RBU Recruitment Cancellation: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Rabindra Bharati University (RBU), Kolkata |
| Notification Cancelled | Employment Notification No. Estt./7129/2020 |
| Original Notification Date | 12 February 2020 |
| Posts | Grade-I and Grade-II non-teaching posts |
| Total Posts | 116 (Grade-I: 49; Grade-II: 67) |
| Decision Taken By | Executive Council of RBU |
| Executive Council Meeting | 6 October 2026 |
| Press Release No. | RB/REG/256/2026 |
| Press Release Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Reason | Administrative reasons |
| Type of Cancellation | Whole recruitment cancelled and withdrawn |
| Application Fee | Will be refunded (modalities to be notified) |
| Official Website | www.rbu.ac.in |
Timeline of the RBU Non-Teaching Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment notification issued | 12 February 2020 |
| Online application window | 15 February 2020 (10:00 AM) to 6 March 2020 (5:00 PM) |
| Last date for online fee payment | 6 March 2020 |
| Executive Council decides to cancel | 6 October 2026 |
| Cancellation press release published | 6 November 2026 |
| Fee refund process | To be announced on www.rbu.ac.in |
What Does the RBU Press Release Say?
The press release issued by Rabindra Bharati University on 6 November 2026 states:
- The Employment Notification No. Estt./7129/2020, dated 12/02/2020, advertised for the recruitment of various non-teaching posts, is cancelled and withdrawn wholly.
- The cancellation is due to administrative reasons.
- The decision was taken by the Executive Council of the university in its meeting held on 06/10/2026.
- It was taken under Clause No. 10(ii) of the “General Instructions to the Applicants” in the original recruitment notification.
- Modalities for refund of the application fee will be notified on the university website, www.rbu.ac.in, in due course.
- Candidates are advised to visit the university website from time to time.
What Is Clause 10(ii)?
Clause 10(ii) of the 2020 recruitment notification says that the university reserves the right to withdraw an advertisement, either partly or wholly, at any time without assigning any reason, and that if an advertisement is withdrawn, the application fee collected from candidates shall be refunded. RBU has used this clause to cancel the entire recruitment.
Posts Affected by the Cancellation
Grade-I Non-Teaching Post
| Post | Vacancies | UR | SC | ST | OBC-A | OBC-B | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Assistant | 49 | 27 | 10 | 3 | 6 | 3 | Higher Secondary or equivalent |
Grade-II Non-Teaching Posts
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Attendant | 27 | Class VIII pass |
| Junior Guard | 11 | Class VIII pass |
| Junior Security Nayak | 3 | Class VIII pass |
| Junior Farash | 10 | Class VIII pass |
| Junior Sweeper | 12 | Class VIII pass |
| Plumber Helper | 1 | Class VIII pass + proficiency certificate |
| Junior Driver | 1 | Class VIII pass + valid driving licence |
| Liftman | 1 | Class VIII pass + proficiency certificate |
| Junior Electrician | 1 | Class VIII pass + proficiency certificate |
| Total (Grade-II) | 67 |
The original notification had planned a 70-mark MCQ written exam (no negative marking, 1.5 hours) followed by a 30-mark interview. With the cancellation, this entire selection process stands withdrawn.
Application Fee Refund: What We Know So Far
RBU has confirmed that the application fee will be refunded, but the refund process has not been announced yet. The university will publish the modalities on www.rbu.ac.in in due course.
For reference, these were the application processing fees in the 2020 notification:
| Applied For | General / OBC | SC / ST / Differently-abled |
|---|---|---|
| Only Grade-I post | ₹500 | ₹250 |
| More than one Grade-II post | ₹400 | ₹200 |
| Both Grade-I and Grade-II posts | ₹900 | ₹450 |
What Applicants Should Do Now
- Keep your application details safe: registration number, payment receipt or transaction ID, and the bank account or card used for payment. These will likely be needed for the refund.
- Check the RBU website regularly for the refund notice.
- Do not share bank details with anyone claiming to process your refund over phone or WhatsApp. Follow only the official procedure published by the university.
- Watch for a fresh notification: The press release does not mention any new recruitment. If RBU announces a new drive for these posts, you will have to apply again under the new notification.
Why Does This Matter for West Bengal Job Seekers?
Many candidates from Kolkata and across West Bengal had applied for these posts, especially the Class VIII-level Grade-II jobs. The cancellation after more than six years means these applicants will not be selected under the 2020 notification. Candidates looking for university non-teaching jobs in West Bengal should keep an eye on other state university notifications and on WBSSC and WBPSC recruitments.
FAQs
Q1. Has Rabindra Bharati University cancelled its non-teaching recruitment? Yes. RBU has cancelled and withdrawn the recruitment advertised under Employment Notification No. Estt./7129/2020, dated 12 February 2020.
Q2. Why was the RBU recruitment cancelled? The press release says it was cancelled due to administrative reasons, by decision of the Executive Council.
Q3. When was the decision taken? At the Executive Council meeting on 6 October 2026. The press release was issued on 6 November 2026.
Q4. How many posts were affected? 116 posts in total: 49 Junior Assistant (Grade-I) and 67 Grade-II posts.
Q5. Will the application fee be refunded? Yes. The refund modalities will be announced on www.rbu.ac.in.
Q6. Is the written exam for these posts cancelled too? Yes. Since the whole recruitment notification has been withdrawn, the entire selection process under it, including the written exam and interview, stands cancelled.
Q7. Will RBU issue a new recruitment notification? The press release does not say. Keep checking the RBU website for any new notification.
Q8. Where can I see the official notice? On the official Rabindra Bharati University website, www.rbu.ac.in.
Conclusion
Rabindra Bharati University has officially closed the chapter on its 2020 non-teaching recruitment for 116 Grade-I and Grade-II posts, citing administrative reasons. The only pending matter for applicants now is the refund of the application fee, for which RBU will announce the procedure on its website. Applicants should keep their payment details ready, follow only the official process, and watch for any fresh recruitment notification in the future.
