| Advt No | HNBGU/RECT/NT/2026/55 |
| Recruitment Board | Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU), A Central University |
| Post Name | Assistant, Junior Engineer and More |
| Vacancies | 27 |
| Last Date | 16-09-2026 |
HNBGU Group B Quick Summary 2026 • Non-Teaching
Total Posts
27
University
HNBGU (Central University)
Pay Level
Level 06 / Level 07
Age Limit
35 / 40 Years
Fee
₹1,000 / ₹500
Apply Start
17 Aug 2026
Last Date
16 Sep 2026, 6 PM
Interview
Not Applicable
Official source: HNBGU Notification No. HNBGU/RECT/NT/2026/55 dated 07.08.2026, issued by the Registrar, Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, for Direct Recruitment to Group ‘B’ Non-Teaching posts. Applicants must apply online only via the SAMARTH portal; hard copies of application/documents are not to be sent to the University.
HNBGU Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU), A Central University |
| Location | Srinagar Garhwal, Uttarakhand – 246174 |
| Notification No. | HNBGU/RECT/NT/2026/55, dated 07.08.2026 |
| Post Category | Group ‘B’ Non-Teaching (12 post types) |
| Total Posts | 27 |
| Recruitment Mode | Direct Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online only, via SAMARTH portal |
HNBGU Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 17 August 2026 (Monday) |
| Online Application Last Date | 16 September 2026 (Wednesday), 6:00 PM |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | Last date of online application submission |
Note: Qualification, experience, and age of all applicants are determined as of the last date of online application. No updates to qualification or experience will be entertained after this date.
HNBGU Group B Vacancy 2026 (Post-wise)
19 Unreserved (UR)
8 Reserved (SC+OBC-NCL+EWS)
27 Total Posts
| Code | Post Name | Pay Level | UR | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | EWS | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant | L-06 | 7 | 1 | – | 3 | 1 | 12 | 1 (LD) |
| 2 | Private Secretary | L-07 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| 3 | Personal Assistant | L-06 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| 4 | Senior Technical Assistant (Auto CAD) | L-06 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| 5 | Senior Technical Assistant (HAPPRC) | L-06 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| 6 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | L-07 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| 7 | Junior Engineer (Civil) | L-06 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 2 | – |
| 8 | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | L-06 | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | – |
| 9 | Senior Technical Assistant (ICT) | L-06 | 2 | – | – | 1 | – | 3 | 1 (VI-LV) |
| 10 | Horticulturist (Campus Development) | L-07 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| 11 | Assistant Information & Public Relation Officer | L-06 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| 12 | Sports Coach | L-07 | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| Total (Group B) | 19 | 2 | – | 5 | 1 | 27 | 2 |
Note: PwBD-reserved posts are within the total shown — Assistant (1, Locomotor Disability) and Senior Technical Assistant/ICT (1, Visual Impairment/Low Vision). No posts are reserved for ST in this notification.
HNBGU Group B Eligibility 2026 (Post-wise)
1. Assistant (12 Posts, Level 06)
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University/Institute.
- At least 3 years’ experience as UDC (or equivalent, Level 4) or 8 years as LDC (or equivalent, Level 2) in a Central/State Govt./University/PSU or other Central/State autonomous body, or an equivalent position.
- Working knowledge of computer applications, noting, and drafting.
2. Private Secretary (1 Post, Level 07)
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University/Institute.
- At least 3 years’ experience as Personal Assistant in a University, research establishment, Central/State Govt./PSU, or other autonomous body.
- Stenography speed: 120 wpm (English) or 100 wpm (Hindi); typing speed: 35 wpm (English) or 30 wpm (Hindi); knowledge of computer applications.
- Skill test: Dictation 10 minutes @ 120/100 wpm; transcription 50 minutes (English) / 60 minutes (Hindi).
3. Personal Assistant (1 Post, Level 06)
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized Institute/University.
- Stenography proficiency (English or Hindi) at minimum 100 wpm; typing at 35/30 wpm respectively; knowledge of computer applications.
- 2 years’ experience as Stenographer (or equivalent) in a Central/State Govt. organization, University research institution, autonomous institution, or a reputed private institution with turnover of ₹200 crore or more.
- Skill test: Dictation 10 minutes @ 100 wpm; transcription 40 minutes (English) / 55 minutes (Hindi).
4. Senior Technical Assistant – Auto CAD (1 Post, Level 06)
- B.Tech. with a diploma in Auto CAD, OR a Master’s degree in Physics/Maths/Computer with a diploma in Auto CAD.
5. Senior Technical Assistant – HAPPRC (1 Post, Level 06)
- Master’s degree in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Environmental Science / Agriculture Science / Plant Science (including Medicinal & Aromatic Plants) / Botany from a recognized University.
6. Assistant Engineer, Civil (1 Post, Level 07)
- First Class Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institute/University or equivalent.
- 3 years’ experience as Junior Engineer (or equivalent) in State Govt. PWD service, a similar organization, University system, or a reputed private organization with annual turnover of ₹200 crore or more.
- Desirable: knowledge of CAD and relevant management/design software.
7 & 8. Junior Engineer, Civil / Electrical (2 Posts Each, Level 06)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (relevant discipline) with 1 year’s relevant experience, OR Diploma in Engineering with 3 years’ relevant experience in CPWD/State PWD, similar organized/statutory/autonomous bodies, Central/State Universities, or a reputed private construction company with ₹200 crore+ annual turnover.
- Desirable: working knowledge of AUTOCAD and other relevant software.
9. Senior Technical Assistant – ICT (3 Posts, Level 06)
- B.E./B.Tech. (Computer Science/IT), OR MCA or equivalent, OR M.Sc. (Computer Science/Information Science) from a recognized University/Institute — all qualifying degrees with at least 55% marks.
- 3 years’ relevant experience in software development/maintenance.
10. Horticulturist, Campus Development (1 Post, Level 07)
- M.Sc. Agriculture (Horticulture specialization) or M.Sc. Horticulture with Floriculture, with 3 years’ experience in oriental gardening/floriculture/landscape gardening in a University/Govt./semi-Govt. organization, OR M.Sc. Botany (Horticulture specialization) with the same 3-year experience, OR B.Sc. Agriculture (Horticulture elective) with 5 years’ equivalent experience.
11. Assistant Information & Public Relation Officer (1 Post, Level 06)
- Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication (55% marks or equivalent grade) from a recognized University/Institute, OR a Master’s degree in any discipline with First Division plus a PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication.
- At least 3 years’ experience in the editorial department of an established newspaper (ABC-accredited), national news agency, radio, television, film media, or a reputed advertising agency, with excellent command of English, Hindi, and the regional language.
12. Sports Coach (1 Post, Level 07)
- Master’s degree in Physical Education, plus a Diploma in Coaching from NIS or an equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution.
- Desirable: competence in coaching at least two games at national/international level; 2 years’ coaching experience on the payroll of any organization/institution.
Important: Meeting the minimum essential qualifications does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for the selection process; the University may restrict the number of candidates considered based on qualifications and experience.
HNBGU Group B Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant, Private Secretary, Personal Assistant, Sr. Technical Asst. (Auto CAD/HAPPRC/ICT), Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical), Sports Coach | 35 Years |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil), Horticulturist, Assistant Information & Public Relation Officer | 40 Years |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates is as per DoPT/Government of India rules. Age relaxation for existing HNBGU employees follows Clause 32(a) of the University’s Cadre Recruitment Rules. Reserved-category candidates applying for an Unreserved (UR) post are not entitled to any age or marks relaxation.
HNBGU Group B Pay Scale & Application Fee
| Pay Level | Applicable Posts |
|---|---|
| Level 06 | Assistant, Personal Assistant, Sr. Technical Assistant (Auto CAD/HAPPRC/ICT), Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical), Assistant Information & Public Relation Officer |
| Level 07 | Private Secretary, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Horticulturist, Sports Coach |
Exact in-hand pay is not specified in the notification — it follows the 7th CPC pay matrix for Level 06 and Level 07, plus applicable allowances.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Group B) |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹1,000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women applicants | ₹500/- |
Important: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. Payment must be made online only (credit/debit card, Net Banking, or UPI). Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications and pay the fee separately for each.
HNBGU Group B Selection Process
- Applications are scrutinized by a Screening Committee, which prepares a list of eligible/not-eligible candidates based on its own guidelines/criteria.
- No interview will be held for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts carrying Grade Pay of ₹4,600 or less, as per MHRD letter No. 19-50/2015-Desk-U dated 22.12.2015 — this applies to all 12 posts in this notification.
- The University reserves the right to conduct a written test/skill test for any post, as per its Cadre Recruitment Rules, if it deems fit.
- Where prescribed (Private Secretary, Personal Assistant), a computer-based skill test in stenography and typing will be conducted as per the norms listed under Eligibility.
- Selection Committee decides its own method for evaluating candidate performance, wherever applicable.
- A reserve panel/waiting list may be drawn up, valid for one year from the selection committee’s decision, and may be used for consequential/new vacancies.
How to Apply for HNBGU Recruitment 2026
- Visit the SAMARTH recruitment portal: hnbgunt.samarth.edu.in (link live from 17 August 2026).
- Register and fill the prescribed online application form with complete and correct information.
- Upload high-resolution, clearly readable, digitally verifiable scanned copies of degree/certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online via credit/debit card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Applicants already in government/other service must upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer along with the application.
- Applicants from non-government organizations must submit Form-16 to support claimed experience for salary/emoluments.
- Review and submit the application before 16 September 2026, 6:00 PM. Only online applications will be accepted — hard copies must not be sent to the University.
Important: Applications not supported with the required readable, self-attested enclosures will be outright rejected, with no further communication entertained on the matter.
Documents Required
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (as prescribed for the post applied for)
- Experience certificates supporting the claimed years of relevant experience
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD), where claiming reservation — OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be issued on or after 01.04.2026
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, if already in service
- Form-16, if applying with experience from a non-government organization
- CR dossier (last 5 years, duly certified) with employer’s forwarding, if applying on deputation basis
- Reprints of important publications, where applicable to the post
- Self-attested English/Hindi translation of any certificate not originally in English or Hindi
Important Conditions
- Reserved-category candidates applying for an Unreserved (UR) post get no age or marks relaxation.
- Reservations/relaxations for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD follow existing Government of India/UGC rules.
- No TA/DA is payable for attending any interview or written/skill test at any stage of the process.
- Suppression of factual information, submission of fake documents, or misleading information will lead to cancellation of candidature — even after appointment, if detected later.
- The selected candidate is liable to serve anywhere under the jurisdiction of HNBGU, Srinagar Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
- The University reserves the right to withdraw, modify, or cancel the advertisement, in part or whole, or to fill or not fill any advertised post, without assigning any reason.
- Canvassing in any form may lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Corrigenda/addenda/amendments will be published only on the University website (www.hnbgu.ac.in) — no separate communication by post/courier will be sent.
- In case of discrepancy between the Hindi and English versions of the advertisement, the English version prevails.
- Any dispute is subject to the jurisdiction of the Hon’ble High Court of Uttarakhand, Nainital.
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