HNBGU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026; 27 Posts, Apply Online, Eligibility & Fee

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HNBGU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 has opened applications for 27 Group B non-teaching vacancies across 12 posts at Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University.

The recruitment includes Assistant, Private Secretary, Personal Assistant, Senior Technical Assistant, Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Horticulturist, AIPRO and Sports Coach posts.

According to the details provided, the online application window is from 17 August to 16 September 2026, with candidates required to apply through the HNBGU SAMARTH recruitment portal.

HNBGU’s official recruitment pages also show that the university has been conducting multiple non-teaching recruitment activities during 2026.

HNBGU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (A Central University)  |  Group ‘B’ Posts  |  27 Vacancies

Quick Facts
Particulars Details
Recruiting Body Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU), Srinagar Garhwal, Uttarakhand
Notification Number HNBGU/RECT/NT/2026/55
Notification Date 07 August 2026
Post Category Non-Teaching, Group ‘B’
Total Vacancies 27 across 12 post types
Recruitment Mode Direct Recruitment
Application Mode Online Only (SAMARTH Portal)
Application Portal hnbgunt.samarth.edu.in
Application Window 17 August 2026 – 16 September 2026
Status as on 17 August 2026 Application window opens today — 30 days available

Important Dates
Activity Date
Notification Released 07 August 2026
Online Application Start 17 August 2026 (Monday)
Last Date to Apply Online 16 September 2026 (Wednesday), by 18:00 hrs
Eligibility Cut-off Date 16 September 2026 (last date of online submission)

Post-wise Vacancy & Category Breakup
Post Pay Level UR SC ST OBC-NCL EWS Total
Assistant L-06 07 01 – 03 01 12*
Private Secretary L-07 01 – – – – 01
Personal Assistant L-06 01 – – – – 01
Sr. Technical Assistant (Auto CAD) L-06 01 – – – – 01
Sr. Technical Assistant (HAPPRC) L-06 01 – – – – 01
Assistant Engineer (Civil) L-07 01 – – – – 01
Junior Engineer (Civil) L-06 01 01 – – – 02
Junior Engineer (Electrical) L-06 01 – – 01 – 02
Sr. Technical Assistant (ICT) L-06 02 – – 01 – 03*
Horticulturist (Campus Development) L-07 01 – – – – 01
Asst. Information & PR Officer L-06 01 – – – – 01
Sports Coach L-07 01 – – – – 01
Total (Group ‘B’) 19 02 – 05 01 27
*Assistant carries an additional 1 PwBD (Locomotor Disability) reservation and Sr. Technical Assistant (ICT) carries an additional 1 PwBD (Low Vision) reservation, both within their respective totals shown above — these are horizontal reservations, not extra posts. Assistant remains the largest single category at 12 of 27 posts (~44%), while eight of the twelve post types have just a single vacancy each.

Application Fee
Category Fee (Group ‘B’)
UR / OBC / EWS ₹1,000/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Women (All Categories) ₹500/-
Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Payment must be made online only, through 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 post — a single combined application/fee for multiple posts is not accepted.

Post 1 — Assistant (12 Posts)
Particulars Details
Scale of Pay Level 06
Age Limit 35 years
Essential Qualification Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University/Institute + at least 3 years’ experience as UDC (or equivalent, Level 4) OR 8 years as LDC (or equivalent, Level 2) in Central/State Govt., University, PSU, or other Central/State Autonomous Bodies + working knowledge of computer applications, noting and drafting

Post 2 — Private Secretary (1 Post)
Particulars Details
Scale of Pay Level 07
Age Limit 35 years
Essential Qualification Bachelor’s Degree + at least 3 years’ experience as Personal Assistant in a University/Research establishment/Central/State Govt./PSU/autonomous body + Stenography 120 wpm (English) or 100 wpm (Hindi) + Typing 35 wpm (English) or 30 wpm (Hindi) + knowledge of computer applications
Skill Test Norms Dictation: 10 minutes @ 120/100 wpm; Transcription: 50 minutes (English) / 60 minutes (Hindi)
Desirable Proficiency in English/Hindi and good communication skills

Post 3 — Personal Assistant (1 Post)
Particulars Details
Scale of Pay Level 06
Age Limit 35 years
Essential Qualification Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline + Stenography (English or Hindi) minimum 100 wpm + Typing minimum 35/30 wpm + 2 years’ experience as Stenographer or equivalent in Central/State Govt., University Research Institution, or reputed private institutions with annual turnover of ₹200 crores
Skill Test Norms Dictation: 10 minutes @ 100 wpm; Transcription: 40 minutes (English) / 55 minutes (Hindi)

Posts 4 & 5 — Senior Technical Assistant (Auto CAD & HAPPRC)
Post Pay Level Age Limit Qualification
STA (Auto CAD) — 1 Post L-06 35 years B.Tech with Diploma in Auto CAD OR Master’s in Physics/Maths/Computer with Diploma in Auto CAD
STA (HAPPRC) — 1 Post L-06 35 years Master’s in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Environmental Science/Agriculture Science/Plant Science (Medicinal & Aromatic Plants)/Botany
HAPPRC refers to the High Altitude Plant Physiology Research Centre, a specialised research unit under HNBGU — this makes the STA (HAPPRC) post distinct from a generic technical role, requiring subject-specific research science qualifications rather than general IT/engineering skills.

Posts 6, 7 & 8 — Engineering Posts (Civil & Electrical)
Post Pay Level Age Limit Qualification
Assistant Engineer (Civil) — 1 Post L-07 40 years First Class B.E./B.Tech (Civil) + 3 years’ experience as Junior Engineer or equivalent in State PWD/similar organisation/University System/reputed private organisation (turnover ≥₹200 crores)
Junior Engineer (Civil) — 2 Posts L-06 35 years B.E./B.Tech (Civil) + 1 year experience OR Diploma (Civil) + 3 years’ experience in CPWD/State PWD/similar organised services
Junior Engineer (Electrical) — 2 Posts L-06 35 years B.E./B.Tech (Electrical) + 1 year experience OR Diploma (Electrical) + 3 years’ experience in CPWD/State PWD/similar organised services
Assistant Engineer (Civil) is the only engineering post that insists on a First Class degree and carries the highest age ceiling among the engineering roles at 40 years — reflecting its supervisory position over the Junior Engineer posts.

Post 9 — Senior Technical Assistant (ICT) (3 Posts)
Particulars Details
Scale of Pay Level 06
Age Limit 35 years
Essential Qualification B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science/IT) OR MCA (or equivalent) OR M.Sc (Computer Science/Information Science) + 3 years’ relevant experience in software development/maintenance
Important Note All qualifying degrees must carry at least 55% marks

Post 10 — Horticulturist for Campus Development (1 Post)
Particulars Details
Scale of Pay Level 07
Age Limit 40 years
Essential Qualification M.Sc (Agriculture, Horticulture specialisation) OR M.Sc (Horticulture with Floriculture) with 3 years’ experience in Oriental Gardening/Floriculture/Landscape Gardening OR M.Sc (Botany, Horticulture specialisation) with 3 years’ similar experience OR B.Sc (Agriculture) with Horticulture elective and 5 years’ experience

Post 11 — Assistant Information & Public Relation Officer (AIPRO) (1 Post)
Particulars Details
Scale of Pay Level 06
Age Limit 40 years
Essential Qualification Master’s Degree in Journalism & Mass Communication (min. 55% marks) OR Master’s Degree in any discipline with First Division + PG Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication, plus at least 3 years’ experience in editorial department of an established newspaper (ABC-accredited), National News Agency, Radio, TV, Film Media, or reputed advertising agency

Post 12 — Sports Coach (1 Post)
Particulars Details
Scale of Pay Level 07
Age Limit 35 years
Essential Qualification Master’s Degree in Physical Education + Diploma in Coaching from NIS or equivalent qualification
Desirable Coaching competence in at least two games at National/International standing + 2 years’ coaching experience on the payroll of any organisation/institution

Pay Level & Age Limit Comparison at a Glance
Pay Level Posts Under This Level Age Limit
Level 06 Assistant, Personal Assistant, STA (Auto CAD), STA (HAPPRC), JE (Civil), JE (Electrical), STA (ICT), AIPRO 35 / 40 years (post-specific)
Level 07 Private Secretary, Assistant Engineer (Civil), Horticulturist, Sports Coach 35 / 40 years (post-specific)
Only Assistant Engineer (Civil), Horticulturist, and AIPRO carry the higher 40-year age ceiling — all other nine post types are capped at 35 years, making age relaxation especially important for reserved-category candidates targeting the more common post types.

Age Relaxation
  • Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD category candidates shall be as per DoPT/Government of India rules
  • Age relaxation for existing employees of HNBGU shall apply as per Clause 32(a) — Power to Relax of the University’s Cadre Recruitment Rules
  • Any applicant belonging to a reserved category who applies for an Unreserved (UR) post will not get any age or marks relaxation — relaxation applies only when applying under one’s own reserved category

Selection Procedure
Stage What Happens
1 Online application scrutiny by a Screening Committee — eligible/not-eligible list prepared
2 Shortlisting — University may restrict candidate numbers to a reasonable limit based on qualifications/experience if applications received are very high
3 Skill Test (where applicable — Stenography/Typing for Steno & PA posts) at the University’s discretion
4 Document Verification & Final Selection
As per M.H.R.D. Letter No. 19-50/2015-Desk-U dated 22.12.2015, no interview will be held for Group ‘B’ and ‘C’ posts carrying Grade Pay of ₹4,600/- or less — this means candidates applying to Group ‘B’ posts under this recruitment will not face an interview round; selection relies on screening, skill tests (where applicable), and document verification.

Documents Checklist
  • Self-attested copies of Degree/Certificates/Mark sheets (high resolution, clearly readable, digitally verifiable)
  • Experience certificates matching the exact criteria specified per post
  • Form-16 (mandatory for applicants from Non-Government organisations, to prove claimed emoluments/experience)
  • Category certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD in the format prescribed by Government of India
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and EWS certificates must be issued on or after 01.04.2026
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) — mandatory for candidates already in service, with original NOC and Vigilance Clearance Certificate to be submitted in a sealed cover when requested by the University
  • CR Dossier (last 5 years, duly certified) — required only for candidates applying on a Deputation basis
  • Reprints of important publications (where relevant to the post, e.g. AIPRO)
  • Certificates not in English or Hindi must be translated (preferably self-attested) into either language

How to Apply — SAMARTH Portal
  1. Visit the SAMARTH Recruitment Portal at hnbgunt.samarth.edu.in
  2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
  3. Fill the online application form with complete, correct personal and educational details
  4. Upload all required self-attested documents in high resolution, clearly readable, digitally verifiable format
  5. Pay the prescribed application fee online (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
  6. Review the form carefully — no updates to qualification or experience are entertained after the last date
  7. Submit the application and save a printout for your records (hard copies need not be sent to the University)
Applicants applying for more than one post must submit separate online applications for each post with the additional prescribed fee — a single application cannot cover multiple post codes.

Why the Assistant Post Dominates This Recruitment
  • At 12 of 27 posts (~44%), Assistant is by far the largest category — nearly matching the combined total of all other eleven post types.
  • Unlike most other posts on this list which demand a specific technical/subject degree, Assistant only requires a general Bachelor’s Degree plus administrative experience — making it accessible to a much wider pool of eligible candidates.
  • Eight of the twelve post types (Private Secretary, Personal Assistant, both STA posts, Assistant Engineer, Horticulturist, AIPRO, Sports Coach) have exactly one vacancy each — these are effectively single-seat, highly specialised recruitments where competition per seat is expected to be intense.

Important Instructions & Rules
  • The University reserves the right to withdraw the advertisement, partly or wholly, at any time without assigning any reason, and to fill or not fill some or all posts advertised.
  • The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum — mere possession does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview or further selection.
  • Applications not supported by clearly readable enclosures (degree/certificates/mark sheets/experience certificates) will be out-rightly rejected with no further communication.
  • Any corrigendum/addendum/amendment will be published only on the University website — no information will be sent by post/courier.
  • Canvassing by applicants in any form may lead to cancellation of candidature.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending interview/written test at any stage of the recruitment process.
  • Selected candidates shall be liable to serve anywhere under the jurisdiction of HNBGU, Srinagar Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
  • In case of any discrepancy between the Hindi and English versions of the advertisement, the English version shall prevail.

Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Assuming qualification/experience can be updated after the last date — this is strictly not entertained; eligibility is assessed as on 16 September 2026 only.
  • Applying for a reserved-category post while wanting UR relaxations, or vice versa — reserved category applicants get no relaxation when applying to Unreserved posts.
  • Uploading low-resolution or unclear scanned documents — these lead to outright rejection with no further communication.
  • Not submitting Form-16 despite claiming experience from a Non-Government organisation.
  • Assuming an interview will be held — Group ‘B’/’C’ posts with Grade Pay ₹4,600 or less have no interview stage as per M.H.R.D. rules.
  • Applying for multiple posts under a single application/fee — each post requires a separate application and separate fee payment.
  • Submitting OBC-NCL/EWS certificates issued before 01.04.2026 — these will not be considered valid for this recruitment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How many total vacancies are there in HNBGU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?
27 vacancies across 12 different Group ‘B’ post types.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
16 September 2026, by 18:00 hrs (6:00 PM), through hnbgunt.samarth.edu.in.
Q: Is there an interview for these posts?
No. As per M.H.R.D. rules, no interview is held for Group ‘B’/’C’ posts with Grade Pay of ₹4,600 or less.
Q: What is the application fee?
₹1,000/- for UR/OBC/EWS, and ₹500/- for SC/ST/PwBD and women applicants.
Q: Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but each post requires a separate online application and separate fee payment.
Q: Which post has the maximum number of vacancies?
Assistant, with 12 of the 27 total posts.
Q: What is the age limit for these posts?
Either 35 years or 40 years depending on the post (Assistant Engineer, Horticulturist, and AIPRO have the 40-year limit; all others are capped at 35 years).

Important Links
Apply Online (SAMARTH Portal) click here 
Official University Website click here 
Official Notification click here
Notification Number HNBGU/RECT/NT/2026/55
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Recruitment Analysis: What Candidates Should Know Before Applying

The most important feature of this recruitment is that the 27 vacancies are distributed across highly different job profiles rather than being concentrated entirely in one general post. Candidates should therefore first identify the exact post for which their educational qualification and experience match the prescribed requirements instead of applying solely on the basis of the university name or pay level.

Assistant Vacancy Creates the Main Opportunity

The Assistant post accounts for 12 of the 27 vacancies, making it the largest individual recruitment category in this advertisement. This gives candidates with the required bachelor’s degree and prescribed administrative experience a substantially larger vacancy pool than candidates targeting the specialised one-post positions.

Experience Requirements Could Be the Main Eligibility Filter

For several posts, possessing the required degree alone is not sufficient. Experience requirements have been specified for positions such as Assistant, Private Secretary, Personal Assistant, Assistant Engineer, Junior Engineer, Senior Technical Assistant (ICT), Horticulturist and AIPRO. Candidates should carefully compare their experience certificate with the exact nature and duration of experience required for their selected post before submitting the application.

One-Post Vacancies Require Extra Attention

A large portion of the recruitment consists of posts carrying only one vacancy. These include Private Secretary, Personal Assistant, Senior Technical Assistant (Auto CAD), Senior Technical Assistant (HAPPRC), Assistant Engineer (Civil), Horticulturist, AIPRO and Sports Coach. Such posts have a much narrower eligibility pool because each requires a specific academic, technical or professional background.

Document Preparation Should Be Completed Before Registration

Candidates should not leave document preparation until the final days of the application period. Degree certificates, marksheets, experience certificates, category documents and other supporting records may need to be uploaded in the prescribed format. Candidates claiming experience from private or non-government organisations should pay particular attention to the additional documentation requirements mentioned in the recruitment details.

Multiple Applications Can Increase the Total Application Cost

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for more than one post should calculate the application fee before submitting multiple forms. A separate application and fee are required for each post, so applying for several positions does not work as a single combined application.

Post Selection Should Be Based on Eligibility, Not Only Pay Level

Level 06 and Level 07 posts are both included in the recruitment, but the eligibility standards vary considerably between positions. A candidate should therefore compare qualification, experience, age limit and skill-test requirements together rather than choosing a post simply because it offers a particular pay level.

Application Timing Matters During the Recruitment Window

Since applications begin on 17 August 2026 and remain open until 16 September 2026, candidates have sufficient time to verify their eligibility and prepare documents. However, waiting until the final day creates unnecessary risk if there are problems with registration, document uploads or online fee payment.

HNBGU Recruitment Should Be Checked Against Official Updates

HNBGU regularly publishes recruitment notices, public notices, screening updates and other appointment-related information through its official website. Its recruitment pages already contain several 2026 non-teaching recruitment notices and subsequent updates, so candidates should continue checking the university’s official recruitment section for any corrigendum, amendment or later instruction.

Final Assessment of the Recruitment

Overall, this recruitment is particularly relevant for candidates who already possess the required professional or government/university experience because several vacancies have experience-heavy eligibility conditions. The 12 Assistant vacancies provide the broadest opportunity within this advertisement, while the specialised one-vacancy posts may suit candidates with precisely matching technical, research, engineering, horticulture, media or sports qualifications. Candidates should treat the eligibility and documentation requirements as the primary screening stage and submit the application only after confirming that every requirement for the selected post is satisfied.

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