SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 69 non-teaching vacancies at Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya, Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh. The university has issued three recruitment advertisements for Peon, Assistant Grade-3, Data Entry Operator, Store Keeper, Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant, Research Assistant and other administrative and technical posts.
Online applications opened on 16 October 2026 and will close on 4 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The recruitment includes 23 Peon vacancies, 26 clerical and administrative vacancies and 20 technical non-teaching vacancies.
Educational qualifications range from Class 10 for Peon to graduation, prescribed computer and typing qualifications, and relevant postgraduate degrees for higher-level posts. The positions carry Pay Matrix Levels 1, 4, 6, 8 and 9, depending on the post.
Important eligibility condition: All 69 vacancies are restricted to permanent residents of Chhattisgarh. Candidates must select the correct advertisement number and satisfy the post-specific qualification and age requirements before applying.
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya (SMKV), Bastar |
| University Location | Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment, Non-Teaching Posts |
| Advertisement Numbers | 3660/2026, 3662/2026 and 3666/2026 |
| Notification Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 69 |
| Post Names | Peon, Assistant Grade-3, DEO, Store Keeper and Technical Posts |
| Qualification | 10th Pass / Prescribed 12th + MOM Diploma / Graduate / Postgraduate, Post-wise |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 or 21 Years, Depending on Post; Maximum 45 Years Including Applicable Relaxations |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Pay Matrix | Levels 1, 4, 6, 8 and 9 |
| Application Fee | ₹500 for UR/OBC-NCL; ₹300 for SC/ST/PwBD |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 4 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Skill/Practical Test, Applicable Experience Marks and Document Verification |
| Domicile Requirement | Permanent Resident of Chhattisgarh |
| Official Website | smkvbastar.ac.in |
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 November 2026 |
| Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Starts | 5 November 2026 |
| Application Correction Ends | 7 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Written Examination Date | To Be Announced |
SMKV Bastar Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Distribution
The university has advertised 69 vacancies through three separate notifications. Peon is the largest individual post category with 23 seats, followed by Assistant Grade-3 with 21 seats.
| Post Name | Advertisement | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peon (Bhrittya) | 3666/2026 | 23 | Level 1 |
| Assistant Grade-3 | 3662/2026 | 21 | Level 4 |
| Data Entry Operator | 3662/2026 | 2 | Level 6 |
| Store Keeper | 3662/2026 | 3 | Level 4 |
| Technical Assistant | 3660/2026 | 2 | Level 9 |
| Research Assistant | 3660/2026 | 2 | Level 8 |
| Laboratory Technician | 3660/2026 | 9 | Level 6 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 3660/2026 | 2 | Level 4 |
| Accounts Assistant | 3660/2026 | 4 | Level 6 |
| Library Assistant | 3660/2026 | 1 | Level 4 |
| Total | 69 | ||
SMKV Bastar Category-wise Vacancy 2026
| Advertisement | UR | ST | SC | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3660/2026, Technical Posts | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| 3662/2026, Clerical Posts | 11 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 26 |
| 3666/2026, Peon | 10 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
| Total | 31 | 23 | 6 | 9 | 69 |
Women, ex-servicemen and eligible persons with disabilities may receive applicable horizontal reservation benefits under the relevant advertisement. These should not be added separately to the 69 advertised vacancies.
SMKV Bastar Technical Recruitment 2026: 20 Posts
Advertisement No. 3660/2026 covers 20 technical non-teaching positions in university academic departments and administrative services.
| Post / Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant, Statistics | 1 |
| Technical Assistant, Psychology | 1 |
| Research Assistant, Statistics | 1 |
| Research Assistant, Psychology | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Physics | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Chemistry | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Mathematics | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Geology | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Zoology | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Botany | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Microbiology | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Geography | 1 |
| Laboratory Technician, Psychology | 1 |
| Laboratory Assistant, Education | 2 |
| Accounts Assistant | 4 |
| Library Assistant | 1 |
| Total | 20 |
SMKV Bastar Assistant Grade-3, DEO and Store Keeper Vacancy
Advertisement No. 3662/2026 covers 26 clerical and administrative vacancies.
| Post | UR | ST | SC | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Assistant Grade-3 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 21 |
| Store Keeper | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Total | 11 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 26 |
SMKV Bastar Peon Recruitment 2026: 23 Posts
Advertisement No. 3666/2026 announces 23 Peon (Bhrittya) vacancies for eligible Class 10 pass candidates who are permanent residents of Chhattisgarh.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 7 |
| Scheduled Caste | 3 |
| Other Backward Class | 3 |
| Total | 23 |
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualifications and additional requirements differ by post. Applicants must have completed the required qualifications by 4 November 2026.
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Peon | Class 10 Pass from a recognized board |
| Data Entry Operator | Graduation OR Class 12 with prescribed Modern Office Management Diploma; one-year Computer Diploma; Hindi and English typing certificate at 8,000 key depressions per hour |
| Assistant Grade-3 | Graduation OR Class 12 with prescribed Modern Office Management Diploma; one-year Computer Diploma; Hindi or English typing certificate at 5,000 key depressions per hour |
| Store Keeper | Graduation OR Class 12 with prescribed Modern Office Management Diploma; one-year Computer Diploma; Hindi or English typing certificate at 5,000 key depressions per hour |
| Technical Assistant | Relevant Postgraduate Degree with at least Second Division and 2 years of equivalent-position experience |
| Research Assistant | Relevant Postgraduate Degree with at least Second Division and 2 years of equivalent-position experience |
| Laboratory Technician | Relevant Postgraduate Degree with at least Second Division |
| Laboratory Assistant, Education | Bachelor’s Degree in Education with at least Second Division |
| Accounts Assistant | Postgraduate Degree in Commerce with at least Second Division and a One-Year Computer Diploma |
| Library Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science with at least Second Division |
Typing Requirements for Clerical Posts
| Post | Typing Requirement |
|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator | 8,000 Key Depressions per Hour, Hindi and English |
| Assistant Grade-3 | 5,000 Key Depressions per Hour, Hindi or English |
| Store Keeper | 5,000 Key Depressions per Hour, Hindi or English |
Typing certificates must satisfy the conditions prescribed by the Chhattisgarh Shighralekhan Mudralekhan Computer Kaushal Pariksha Parishad and the applicable advertisement.
Experience Requirement
Technical Assistant and Research Assistant applicants must have at least two years of experience in an equivalent position at a recognized institution. The experience must be supported by acceptable documentary proof.
Chhattisgarh Domicile Requirement
Only permanent residents of Chhattisgarh are eligible for these recruitment advertisements. Candidates must possess the required domicile certificate issued by the competent authority.
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026. The minimum age is 18 years for Peon and 21 years for the Group C positions.
| Post Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Including Applicable Relaxations |
|---|---|---|
| Peon | 18 Years | 45 Years |
| Assistant Grade-3, DEO, Store Keeper | 21 Years | 45 Years |
| Technical Non-Teaching Posts | 21 Years | 45 Years |
The 45-year maximum includes applicable age relaxations. Category-specific concessions are governed by the Chhattisgarh Government rules referenced in the relevant notification.
Candidates can use the CareerAlert24 Age Calculator to check their age.
SMKV Bastar Salary 2026: Post-wise Pay Scale
The recruitment covers Pay Matrix Levels 1, 4, 6, 8 and 9. The older pay bands and grade pay figures supplied in the advertisements are shown below for reference.
| Post | Pay Matrix Level | Advertised Pay Band | Grade Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peon | Level 1 | ₹4,750–7,440 | ₹1,300 |
| Assistant Grade-3 | Level 4 | ₹5,200–20,200 | ₹1,900 |
| Store Keeper | Level 4 | ₹5,200–20,200 | ₹1,900 |
| Data Entry Operator | Level 6 | ₹5,200–20,200 | ₹2,400 |
| Technical Assistant | Level 9 | ₹9,300–34,800 | ₹4,300 |
| Research Assistant | Level 8 | ₹9,300–34,800 | ₹4,200 |
| Laboratory Technician | Level 6 | ₹5,200–20,200 | ₹2,400 |
| Accounts Assistant | Level 6 | ₹5,200–20,200 | ₹2,400 |
| Laboratory Assistant | Level 4 | ₹5,200–20,200 | ₹1,900 |
| Library Assistant | Level 4 | ₹5,200–20,200 | ₹1,900 |
Salary clarification: The older pay bands and grade pay are not the same as current monthly in-hand salary. The applicable Pay Matrix Level and government service rules determine actual pay and allowances.
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹500 |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | ₹500 |
| Scheduled Caste | ₹300 |
| Scheduled Tribe | ₹300 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹300 |
The fee can be paid online using Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI. The application fee is non-refundable.
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection includes an OMR-based written examination, a skill or practical assessment and document verification. Eligible daily-wage experience at SMKV Bastar may also contribute marks under the notified rules.
- Written Examination: Objective-type examination carrying 100 or 120 marks depending on the post.
- Shortlisting: Up to 10 candidates per vacancy may be called for the skill or practical test based on written examination merit.
- Skill / Practical Examination: Assessment carrying 30 marks.
- Experience Marks: Up to 10 marks for eligible SMKV Bastar daily-wage experience.
- Final Merit: Prepared using the prescribed 100-mark calculation.
- Document Verification: Verification of domicile, qualifications, category and other required certificates.
SMKV Bastar Exam Pattern 2026
The written examinations are OMR-based. All three patterns have a duration of two hours and no negative marking.
Technical Posts Exam Pattern, Advertisement 3660/2026
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge, India and Chhattisgarh | 10 |
| General Hindi | 10 |
| General English | 10 |
| General Mathematics and Logical Ability | 10 |
| Relevant Subject Knowledge | 80 |
| Total | 120 |
Duration: 2 Hours. Negative Marking: None.
Assistant Grade-3, DEO and Store Keeper Exam Pattern
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge, India and Chhattisgarh | 30 |
| General Hindi | 20 |
| General English | 20 |
| General Mathematics and Logical Ability | 30 |
| Basic Computer Knowledge | 20 |
| Total | 120 |
Duration: 2 Hours. Negative Marking: None.
Peon Exam Pattern, Advertisement 3666/2026
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge of Chhattisgarh | 30 |
| General Hindi | 20 |
| General English | 20 |
| General Mathematics and Logical Ability | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours. Negative Marking: None.
SMKV Bastar Skill Test and Final Merit Calculation
Candidates must secure at least 30% marks in the written examination. The practical test carries 30 marks, with 50% required to qualify.
| Merit Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Converted Written Examination Score | 60 |
| Skill / Practical Examination | 30 |
| Eligible SMKV Daily-Wage Experience | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Written score conversion for Technical and Clerical Posts: (Marks obtained out of 120 ÷ 120) × 60.
Written score conversion for Peon: (Marks obtained out of 100 ÷ 100) × 60.
The experience component is specifically linked to eligible SMKV Bastar daily-wage service and is not automatically awarded for experience at other institutions.
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Syllabus
General Knowledge
- Indian History, Geography and Constitution
- General Science and Environment
- History, Geography and Culture of Chhattisgarh
- Chhattisgarh Tribes, Economy and Administration
- Current Affairs and Local Government
General Hindi
- Hindi Grammar and Vocabulary
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Sandhi, Samas, Prefixes and Suffixes
- Sentence Correction, Idioms and Proverbs
General English
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar and Vocabulary
- Tenses and Prepositions
- Sentence Correction
- Active and Passive Voice
Mathematics and Logical Ability
- Basic Numerical Ability
- Logical and Analytical Reasoning
- Decision Making
- Data Interpretation
- General Mental Ability
Computer Knowledge
- Computer Fundamentals and Operating Systems
- Input and Output Devices
- MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Internet and Email
- Computer Security and Antivirus
- Search Engines, Multimedia and Artificial Intelligence Basics
Technical candidates should study the subject-specific syllabus attached to Advertisement No. 3660/2026. The technical subject section carries 80 marks.
SMKV Bastar Examination Centres 2026
Applicants must select two preferred examination districts. The listed centres are:
- Bastar (Jagdalpur)
- Dantewada
- Bijapur
- Sukma
- Kondagaon
- Narayanpur
- Kanker
- Raipur
- Bilaspur
- Surguja (Ambikapur)
The practical examinations for shortlisted candidates are expected to be held at the SMKV Bastar university campus, according to the supplied recruitment information.
How to Apply Online for SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official university website at www.smkvbastar.ac.in.
- Open Career, then Recruitment Portal and Applicant Login.
- Select New Registration and enter the required details.
- Obtain the login credentials through the registered mobile number.
- Sign in to the recruitment portal.
- Open My Applications and select the appropriate advertisement number.
- Choose Advertisement 3660/2026, 3662/2026 or 3666/2026 according to the post.
- Select the desired non-teaching post and complete the application form.
- Enter educational qualification and applicable typing or experience details.
- Upload the prescribed educational, domicile, category and other certificates.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the notified size range of 30 KB to 100 KB.
- Select two examination-centre district preferences.
- Preview the application and confirm all details.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application and retain a printout for future reference.
Application deadline: 4 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
SMKV Bastar Application Correction Window 2026
The university has provided an application correction period from 5 November to 7 November 2026, ending at 11:59 PM.
Only permitted details may be corrected. Applicants changing from a lower-fee reserved category to Unreserved may have to pay the applicable fee difference. Excess fees are not refundable for a reverse category change.
Documents Required for SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026
- Chhattisgarh domicile certificate
- Class 10 certificate and mark sheet
- Class 12 certificate and MOM Diploma, where applicable
- Graduation or postgraduate certificates, as required
- One-year computer diploma for applicable posts
- Typing certificate for DEO, Assistant Grade-3 and Store Keeper
- Relevant experience certificate
- Applicable caste or disability certificate
- No Objection Certificate, where required
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
CareerAlert24 Insight: Choose the Correct Advertisement
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 combines three separate recruitment notices, but applicants must select the correct advertisement when applying. Peon candidates should use Advertisement 3666/2026, clerical and administrative applicants should use 3662/2026, and technical applicants should use 3660/2026.
For Peon applicants, the key requirements are Class 10, the minimum age of 18 years and permanent Chhattisgarh residence. Clerical applicants should pay particular attention to the computer diploma and typing certificate requirements, while technical applicants must check their subject-specific postgraduate qualifications and experience conditions.
The examination structure also differs by post. Candidates should prepare according to their own advertisement rather than assuming that all 69 vacancies follow an identical question paper.
SMKV Bastar Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / Official Website | SMKV Bastar Recruitment Portal |
| Technical Notification, 3660/2026 | Download Technical Advertisement |
| Assistant Grade-3, DEO and Store Keeper Notification, 3662/2026 | Download Clerical Advertisement |
| Peon Notification, 3666/2026 | Download Peon Advertisement |
| CareerAlert24 WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
| CareerAlert24 Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
Disclaimer: CareerAlert24 is an independent recruitment information website and is not affiliated with Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya. This article is prepared from the supplied recruitment information. Applicants should read the relevant official advertisement and verify all eligibility, fee, vacancy and selection details before submitting an application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shaheed Mahendra Karma Vishwavidyalaya has announced 69 non-teaching vacancies through Advertisements 3660/2026, 3662/2026 and 3666/2026.
The last date is 4 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
There are 23 Peon vacancies under Advertisement No. 3666/2026.
Candidates need graduation or the prescribed Class 12 plus Modern Office Management Diploma qualification, along with a one-year Computer Diploma and the required typing certificate.
No. The supplied recruitment conditions require applicants to be permanent residents of Chhattisgarh.
The minimum age is 18 years for Peon and 21 years for Group C posts. The maximum age, including applicable relaxations, is 45 years. Age is calculated as on 1 January 2026.
The fee is ₹500 for UR and OBC-NCL candidates and ₹300 for SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
No. The supplied examination details specify no negative marking.
The Peon examination has 100 questions for 100 marks. Clerical and technical examinations have 120 questions for 120 marks. Each written examination lasts two hours.
Permitted corrections can be made from 5 November to 7 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
