The South Zone Cultural Centre has officially released the SZCC Recruitment 2026 notification (Notification No. SZCC-01/2026). SZCC invites applications from eligible candidates for filling up various Group A, B, and C posts on Deputation / Short Term Contract / Direct Recruitment basis.
SZCC has announced 23 vacancies across posts including 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, and Stenographer Grade-II. Interested candidates can download the application form from the official website szccindia.org.
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The application along with a Demand Draft for Rs.100/- (non-refundable) as application fee payable at Thanjavur in favour of Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur – 613 004 (SC/ST and Female candidates are exempted from the above fee) may be sent to the Director at the address mentioned below. The application complete in all respects and super-scribed on the cover “Application for the Post of………………” should reach the office of Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Dakshini, Medical College Road, Thanjavur 613 004 Tamil Nadu within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar.
SZCC Recruitment 2026 Notification
The SZCC Recruitment 2026 Notification is provided below for candidates’ reference. This notification contains complete details about vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, and selection procedure. Aspirants can refer to it to ensure they meet all requirements before applying. The notification also includes separate eligibility criteria for each post along with the prescribed application format.
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SZCC Recruitment 2026: Overview
The SZCC Recruitment 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates to join an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, dedicated to promoting folk and tribal art and culture. Below is a detailed overview with all key information for aspirants.
| Organization | South Zone Cultural Centre (SZCC), Thanjavur |
|---|---|
| Department | Ministry of Culture, Government of India |
| Notification No. | SZCC – 01/2026 |
| Posts | Group A, B & C (Various Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 23 |
| Mode of Recruitment | Deputation / Short Term Contract / Direct Recruitment |
| Mode of Application | Offline |
| Application Fee | Rs.100/- (SC/ST and Female candidates exempted) |
| Official Website | www.szccindia.org |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar |
| Application Address | Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Dakshini, Medical College Road, Thanjavur 613 004, Tamil Nadu |
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SZCC Vacancy 2026
The SZCC Recruitment 2026 includes a total of 23 vacancies across various Group A, B, and C posts. Below is a detailed table showing the post-wise distribution of seats, scale of pay, age limit, and mode of recruitment.
| Name of the Post | Group | No. of Posts | Scale of Pay (7th CPC) | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) | A | 1 | 15600-39100 + GP 6600 | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years |
| Deputy Director (Programme) | A | 1 | 15600-39100 + GP 6600 | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years; Short Term Contract: Not exceeding 65 years |
| Assistant Director (Programme) | A | 2 | 15600-39100 + GP 5400 | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years; Short Term Contract: Not exceeding 65 years |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) | A | 2 | 15600-39100 + GP 5400 | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years |
| Stenographer Grade-I | B | 1 | 9300-34800 + GP 4200 | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years |
| Programme Executive | B | 3 | 9300-34800 + GP 4200 | 18-30 years |
| Assistant | B | 1 | 9300-34800 + GP 4200 | 18-30 years |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B | 1 | 9300-34800 + GP 4600 | 18-30 years |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | B | 1 | 9300-34800 + GP 4600 | 18-30 years |
| Documentation Officer | B | 1 | 9300-34800 + GP 4600 | 18-30 years |
| Junior Hindi Translator | B | 1 | 9300-34800 + GP 4200 | 18-30 years |
| Assistant Programme Executive | C | 4 | 5200-20200 + GP 2400 | 18-25 years |
| Exhibition Assistant | C | 1 | 5200-20200 + GP 2400 | 18-25 years |
| Junior Assistant | C | 3 | 5200-20200 + GP 2400 | 18-25 years |
| Stenographer Grade-II | C | 2 | 5200-20200 + GP 2400 | 18-25 years |
SZCC Eligibility 2026
The SZCC Recruitment 2026 has defined clear eligibility criteria for all candidates. The eligibility criteria differ significantly between the posts, so candidates must check the requirement for the specific post they intend to apply for.
SZCC Age Limit 2026
The age limit for applying is as on the date of publication of advertisement in the Employment News / Rozgar Samachar.
| Post | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years |
| Deputy Director (Programme) | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years; Short Term Contract: Not exceeding 65 years |
| Assistant Director (Programme) | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years; Short Term Contract: Not exceeding 65 years |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) | Deputation: Not exceeding 55 years |
| Stenographer Grade-I | Deputation: 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 |
SZCC Educational Qualification 2026
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) | Deputation: Officers working in Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities: i) Holding analogous post on regular basis (Or) ii) Having 3 years of regular service in the scale of Rs.15600-39100 + GP 5400 or iii) Having 5 years of combined regular service in the scale of Rs.15600-39100 + GP 5400 and 9300-34800 + GP 4800 and iv) Knowledge of Accounts & Administrative matters. | — |
| Deputy Director (Programme) | Deputation: Officers working in Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities and have experience in the field related to Arts and Culture. i) Holding analogous post on regular basis (Or) ii) Having 3 years of regular service in the scale of Rs.15600-39100 + GP 5400 or iii) Having 5 years of combined regular service in the scale of Rs.15600-39100 + GP 5400 and GP 4800. Short Term Contract: i) Cultural personalities in the field of Art & Culture of at least 10 years standing and experience in a responsible capacity of planning/projecting/organizing National or State Level cultural programmes such as festivals, Workshops, Seminars or exhibitions in the field or music/dance/Theatre/visual art/Folk arts; and ii) Possessing Bachelor Degree. | — |
| Assistant Director (Programme) | Deputation: Officers working in Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities and have experience in the field related to Art & Culture. i) Holding analogous post on regular basis (Or) ii) Having 3 years of regular service in the scale of Rs.9300-34800 + GP 4600 or iii) Having 5 years of combined regular service in the scale of 9300-34800 + GP 4800 and GP 4200. Short Term Contract: i) Cultural personalities in the field of Art & Culture of at least 8 years standing and experience in a responsible capacity of planning/projecting/organizing National or State Level cultural programmes such as festivals, Workshops, Seminars or exhibitions in the field or music/dance/Theatre/visual art/Folk arts; and ii) Possessing Bachelor Degree. | — |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) | Deputation: Officers working in Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities: i) Holding analogous post on regular basis (Or) ii) Having 2 years of regular service in the scale of Rs.9300-34800 + GP 4800 or iii) Having 3 years of regular service in the scale of 9300-34800 + GP 4600 iv) Having 5 years of combined regular service in the scale of 9300-34800 + GP 4800 and GP 4200 and v) Knowledge of Accounts & Administrative matters. | — |
| Stenographer Grade-I | Deputation: Officials working in Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities i) Holding analogous post on regular basis (Or) ii) Having 3 years of regular service in the scale of Rs. 9300-34800 + GP 2800 or combined 5 years of service in the GP of Rs.2800 + 2400 as Stenographer. | — |
| Programme Executive | Essential: (i) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline (ii) Minimum 5 years of working experience in cultural field with Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities or reputed Cultural organizations. | Knowledge and fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English languages. |
| Assistant | Essential: (i) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline (ii) Proficiency in computer. | (i) Experience of working in the field of administration with Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities or reputed cultural organizations. (ii) Knowledge and fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English languages. |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Essential: Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. | i) Knowledge and fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English languages. ii) 5 years experience of working in the relevant field. |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | Essential: Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. | i) Knowledge and fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English languages. ii) 5 years experience of working in the relevant field. |
| Documentation Officer | Essential: i) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline ii) Proficiency in Computer including working on MS Office. | i) Diploma/Degree in IT/Computer Science. ii) Experience of working in the field of art & culture with Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities or reputed cultural organizations. iii) Knowledge and fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English languages. |
| Junior Hindi Translator | Essential: Bachelor’s Degree from recognized University with Hindi as main subject. | Experience in Hindi Translation job. |
| Assistant Programme Executive | Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. | i) Experience of working in cultural field with Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities or reputed cultural organizations. ii) Knowledge and fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English languages. |
| Exhibition Assistant | Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. | i) Experience of working in the field of Arts and Designing with Central Government/State Governments or their autonomous bodies/Universities or reputed cultural organizations. ii) Knowledge and fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English languages. iii) Knowledge of Computer aided Drawing and Designing. |
| Junior Assistant | Essential: 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. | Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institution. |
| Stenographer Grade-II | Essential: i) 10+2 from any recognized Board/University ii) Minimum speed of 80 w.p.m in shorthand (dictation time 10 minutes & transcription time 50 minutes for English and 65 minutes for Hindi in Computer) iii) Proficiency in computer operation, noting and drafting. | Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institution. |
SZCC Apply Offline 2026
The SZCC Apply Offline 2026 process is open for all eligible candidates. Aspirants can obtain the details and Application form from the official website szccindia.org. The application along with Demand Draft for Rs.100/- (non-refundable) as application fee payable at Thanjavur in favour of Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur – 613 004 may be sent to the Director at the address mentioned below.
The application complete in all respects and super-scribed on the cover “Application for the Post of………………” should reach the office of Director within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar.
How to Apply for SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Candidates applying for the SZCC Recruitment 2026 must complete the process offline only. Applications should be filled in CAPITAL LETTERS (BLOCK LETTERS) for clarity & legibility. Separate application should be sent for each post with non-refundable application fee for each post applied for.
| Step | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the application form from the official website www.szccindia.org. |
| 2 | Fill in the application form in CAPITAL LETTERS (BLOCK LETTERS) for clarity & legibility. |
| 3 | Attach a recent passport size photograph (one extra photograph may be enclosed along with application). |
| 4 | Attach self-attested photocopies of all documents viz., Educational Qualification/Experience/Age/Community Certificate etc. |
| 5 | Application should be continuously page numbered. |
| 6 | Prepare a Demand Draft for Rs.100/- (non-refundable) in favour of Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur payable at Thanjavur (SC/ST and Female candidates are exempted). |
| 7 | Super-scribe the envelope with “Application for the Post of………………”. |
| 8 | Send the application to: Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Dakshini, Medical College Road, Thanjavur 613 004, Tamil Nadu. |
| 9 | Ensure the application reaches within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar. |
SZCC Application Fee 2026
The application fee is Rs.100/- (non-refundable) in the form of Demand Draft in favour of Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur payable at Thanjavur. SC/ST and Female candidates are exempted from the above fee. Separate application should be sent for each post with non-refundable application fee for each post applied for.
| Category of Applicant | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs.100/- |
| SC/ST and Female Candidates | NIL |
SZCC Selection Process 2026
The Executive Board (SZCC)/Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection. For Direct Recruitment posts, the Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection whether written or interview or Skill test or combination of them. The decision taken by the Director, South Zone Cultural Centre (SZCC)/Executive Board is final in the entire Recruitment process.
| Post | Selection Procedure |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts) | The Executive Board (SZCC)/Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection. |
| Deputy Director (Programme) | The Executive Board (SZCC)/Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection. |
| Assistant Director (Programme) | The Executive Board (SZCC)/Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection. |
| Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts) | The Executive Board (SZCC)/Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection. |
| Stenographer Grade-I | The Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection whether written or interview or Skill test or combination of them. |
| Direct Recruitment Posts | The Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection whether written or interview or Skill test or combination of them. |
SZCC Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | SZCC – 01/2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | Within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar |
| Application Address | Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Dakshini, Medical College Road, Thanjavur 613 004, Tamil Nadu |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The application complete in all respects should reach the office of Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar.
Q2. How can I apply for SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates must download the application form from the official website www.szccindia.org, fill it in CAPITAL LETTERS, attach self-attested documents, and send it along with a Demand Draft of Rs.100/- to the Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Dakshini, Medical College Road, Thanjavur 613 004, Tamil Nadu.
Q3. How many vacancies are there in SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 23 vacancies are available across various Group A, B, and C posts including Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Stenographer, Programme Executive, Assistant, Assistant Engineer, Documentation Officer, Junior Hindi Translator, Assistant Programme Executive, Exhibition Assistant, Junior Assistant, and Stenographer Grade-II.
Q4. What is the eligibility for SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Eligibility varies by post. Candidates must check the specific eligibility criteria for the post they intend to apply for, including educational qualification, experience, and age limit as specified in the notification.
Q5. Is there an application fee for SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Yes, the application fee is Rs.100/- (non-refundable) in the form of Demand Draft in favour of Director, South Zone Cultural Centre, Thanjavur payable at Thanjavur. SC/ST and Female candidates are exempted from the above fee.
Q6. What is the selection process for SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The Executive Board (SZCC)/Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection. For Direct Recruitment posts, the Appointing Authority shall decide the procedure of selection whether written or interview or Skill test or combination of them.
Q7. What is the mode of recruitment for SZCC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The mode of recruitment includes Deputation, Short Term Contract, and Direct Recruitment depending on the post. Deputation posts include Deputy Director (Admin & Accounts), Assistant Director (Admin & Accounts), and Stenographer Grade-I. Deputation/Short Term Contract posts include Deputy Director (Programme) and Assistant Director (Programme). All other posts are through Direct Recruitment.
