Vacancies: 15 · Posts: 7 designation(s) · Type: Central Autonomous Body · Regular · Mode: Offline · Fee: Not mentioned · Apply: by 7 December 2026 · Salary: Pay Level 5 to 7 · Selection: Not stated in the notice · Location: New Delhi
Kathak Kendra, New Delhi (National Institute of Kathak Dance), a Constituent Unit of Sangeet Natak Akademi under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, invites applications for 15 posts on a regular basis. The posts cover Kathak teaching and accompaniment roles. The official notice PDF is available on the Kathak Kendra website.
Kathak Kendra Recruitment 2026 covers 15 posts in New Delhi. Applications must reach the Kendra’s office by 7 December 2026. Candidates must submit a detailed bio-data with attested documents and a performance link or pendrive in a sealed envelope.
Visit the Kathak Kendra website for the prescribed form and full details before applying.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- Applications must reach the Director’s office by 7 December 2026; late receipts are not accepted.
- Mention the exact post name on the sealed envelope.
- Age is calculated as of the closing date.
- False or incomplete information can lead to rejection at any stage, including after the interview.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Circular for regular posts, last date 07.12.2026, Kathak Kendra New Delhi — Kathak Kendra Regular Posts Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: Offline submission to The Director, Kathak Kendra, 2, San Martin Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021
- Official updates page: Kathak Kendra Official Website
- Last checked: 10 November 2026, 12:27 PM IST
On this page
Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- Post Diploma + 7 years teaching (or Diploma Hons. + 10 years, or equivalent/waiver for 10 years tradition): Kathak Guru – 3 posts
- Post Diploma + 5 years teaching (or Diploma Hons. + 8 years, or equivalent/waiver for 8 years tradition): Varistha Kathak Prashikshak – 2 posts
- Post Diploma + 3 years teaching (or Diploma Hons. + 5 years, or equivalent/waiver for 5 years tradition): Kathak Prashikshak – 2 posts
- Graduate Degree in Tabla/Pakhawaj + 5 years teaching (or equivalent for 8 years tradition): Tabla Prashikshak and Pakhawaj Prashikshak – 2 posts
- Training in Tabla/Sarangi from a recognised institution + 5 years of stage accompaniment (or equivalent with 10 years of stage): Tabla Vadak Grade-III and Sarangi Vadak Grade-III – 6 posts
This is a quick route finder — check the detailed eligibility below before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 7 December 2026 |
Quick Overview – Kathak Kendra Kathak Guru & Other Posts Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Kathak Kendra, New Delhi, National Institute of Kathak Dance, a Constituent Unit of Sangeet Natak Akademi (Kathak Kendra)
- Sector: Central Autonomous Body under Ministry of Culture
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Kathak Kendra Recruitment 2026
- Notification / Advertisement No.: Not printed
- Post(s): Kathak Guru, Varistha Kathak Prashikshak, Kathak Prashikshak, Tabla Prashikshak, Pakhawaj Prashikshak, Tabla Vadak Grade-III, Sarangi Vadak Grade-III
- Total Vacancies: 15 (7 designations)
- Job Location: New Delhi
- Job Type / Nature: Central Autonomous Body · Regular
- Salary: Pay Matrix Level 5 to Level 7 (₹29,200–₹1,42,400)
- Apply Between: up to 7 December 2026
- Notification PDF: Kathak Kendra Regular Posts Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Send Application To: The Director, Kathak Kendra, 2, San Martin Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021
- Official Portal: Kathak Kendra Official Website
What Posts Are Available? – Kathak Kendra Kathak Guru & Other Posts Vacancy 2026
The notice advertises 15 posts across seven designations on a regular basis.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathak Guru | 3 | 35–50 years | Level 7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400) |
| Varistha Kathak Prashikshak | 2 | 35–45 years | Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) |
| Kathak Prashikshak | 2 | 30–40 years | Level 5 (₹29,200–₹92,300) |
| Tabla Prashikshak | 1 | 35–45 years | Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) |
| Pakhawaj Prashikshak | 1 | 35–45 years | Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) |
| Tabla Vadak Grade-III | 4 | 25–35 years | Level 5 (₹29,200–₹92,300) |
| Sarangi Vadak Grade-III | 2 | 25–35 years | Level 5 (₹29,200–₹92,300) |
No category-wise reservation breakup is printed in the advertisement.
Who Is Eligible for Kathak Kendra Kathak Guru & Other Posts 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Not specified in the notice.
- Domicile / local condition: The notice states no domicile or residence condition.
Educational Qualification
- Kathak Guru: Essentials: Post Diploma Course from Kathak Kendra with a minimum of 7 years' teaching experience or Diploma (Hons.) with 10 years' experience or a qualification considered equivalent to these Diplomas to be approved by the Advisory Committee on the recommendations of a duly constituted Selection Committee. The requirement of the above qualifications can also be waived by the said committee in case of those who have been performing or teaching strictly in conformity with the tradition for at least 10 years. Desirable: Should have passed Senior Secondary Examination (Class XII).
- Varistha Kathak Prashikshak: Essentials: Post Diploma Course from Kathak Kendra with a minimum 5 years' teaching experience or Diploma (Hons.) with 8 years experience or a qualification considered equivalent to these Diplomas to be approved by the Advisory Committee on the recommendations of a duly constituted Selection Committee. The requirement of the above qualification can also be waived by the said Committee in case of those who have been performing or teaching strictly in conformity with the tradition for at least 8 years. Desirable: Should have passed SSLC Examination (Class X).
- Kathak Prashikshak: Essentials: Post Diploma from Kathak Kendra with a minimum 3 years' teaching experience or Diploma (Hons.) with 5 years' experience or a qualification considered equivalent to these Diplomas to be approved by the Advisory Committee on the recommendations of a duly constituted Selection Committee. The requirement of the above qualifications can also be waived by the said Committee in case of those who have been performing or teaching strictly in conformity with the tradition for at least 5 years. Desirable: Should have passed SSLC Examination (Class X).
- Tabla Prashikshak and Pakhawaj Prashikshak: Essential: Graduate Degree in Tabla/Pakhawaj from a recognised University with a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience or a qualification considered equivalent to this Degree, to be approved by the Advisory Committee on the recommendations of a duly constituted Selection Committee in case of those who have been performing or teaching strictly in conformity with the tradition for at least 8 years. Desirable: Should have passed Sr. Secondary Examination (Class XII).
- Tabla Vadak Grade-III and Sarangi Vadak Grade-III: Essential: Training in Tabla/Sarangi playing from recognized Institution/University with 5 years of stage experience in accompanying eminent performing artists or a qualification considered equivalent to the said training, to be approved by the Advisory Committee on the recommendation of a duly constituted Selection Committee with 10 years of stage experience. Desirable: Should have passed SSLC Examination (Class X).
- Qualification must be held by: Not stated in the notice.
Count your experience up to the cut-off date with our Experience Calculator.
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 7 December 2026)
Age limits are post-wise. For posts other than Kathak Guru, the limit is relaxed by 5 years in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC and those already in service under Central/State Government or Public Sector undertaking or autonomous organisation.
| Post | Age Limit / Birth-date Window |
|---|---|
| Kathak Guru | Between 35–50 years |
| Varistha Kathak Prashikshak | Between 35–45 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service) |
| Kathak Prashikshak | Between 30–40 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service) |
| Tabla Prashikshak | Between 35–45 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service) |
| Pakhawaj Prashikshak | Between 35–45 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service) |
| Tabla Vadak Grade-III | Between 25–35 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service) |
| Sarangi Vadak Grade-III | Between 25–35 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service) |
Examples:
- ✅ A 34-year-old candidate born on 1 January 1992 — eligible for Tabla Vadak Grade-III (as on 7 December 2026).
- ❌ A 36-year-old candidate born on 1 January 1990 — not eligible for Tabla Vadak Grade-III (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service candidates is printed for all posts except Kathak Guru. No category-wise vacancy breakup is printed.
- PwBD: Not specified in the notice.
What Is the Kathak Guru & Other Posts Salary? – Pay Scale & Benefits
Posts are paid on the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Kathak Guru is Level 7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400). Varistha Kathak Prashikshak, Tabla Prashikshak and Pakhawaj Prashikshak are Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400). Kathak Prashikshak, Tabla Vadak Grade-III and Sarangi Vadak Grade-III are Level 5 (₹29,200–₹92,300).
| Post | Pay Level / Scale | Starting Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Kathak Guru | Level 7, ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 | ₹44,900 |
| Varistha Kathak Prashikshak | Level 6, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Kathak Prashikshak | Level 5, ₹29,200–₹92,300 | ₹29,200 |
| Tabla Prashikshak | Level 6, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Pakhawaj Prashikshak | Level 6, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Tabla Vadak Grade-III | Level 5, ₹29,200–₹92,300 | ₹29,200 |
| Sarangi Vadak Grade-III | Level 5, ₹29,200–₹92,300 | ₹29,200 |
Use our 7th CPC Salary Calculator for an indicative in-hand figure. This calculator gives an indicative estimate; the official method in the notification prevails.
What Is the Application Fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply for Kathak Kendra Kathak Guru & Other Posts 2026?
- Download the Kathak Kendra Regular Posts Notice 2026 (PDF) (submit by 7 December 2026).
- Fill the prescribed application form with detailed biodata. Attach attested photocopies of marksheets, educational/professional certificates, a photograph, a pen drive or a performance link and other relevant documents.
- Write the name of the post applied for on the envelope.
- Send it by post or courier to The Director, Kathak Kendra, 2, San Martin Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021 so that it reaches by 7 December 2026.
- Keep the postal receipt or tracking number.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Missing the 7 December 2026 receipt deadline at the Kendra’s office.
- Not writing the exact post name on the sealed envelope.
- Submitting without attested photocopies or the required performance link/pendrive.
- Calculating age on a date other than the closing date.
- Omitting the declaration or submitting incomplete bio-data.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Right to reject | Kathak Kendra reserves the right to reject any or all application(s) without specifying any reason. | p1 and p3 |
| Right to cancel | Kathak Kendra reserves the right to cancel the proceeding/recruitment at any stage without assigning any reason thereof. | p3 Terms II |
| False information | Any information found false or incorrect/incomplete at any time before or after selection/interview makes candidature liable to be rejected. | p4 Declaration |
Kathak Kendra भर्ती 2026 – 15 पद
कथक केंद्र, नई दिल्ली (कथक नृत्य का राष्ट्रीय संस्थान), संगीत नाटक अकादमी की एक घटक इकाई, संस्कृति मंत्रालय के अधीन स्वायत्त निकाय, नियमित आधार पर 15 पदों के लिए आवेदन आमंत्रित करता है। अंतिम तिथि 7 दिसंबर 2026 है।
अंतिम तिथि कब है?
आवेदन 7 दिसंबर 2026 तक केंद्र के कार्यालय में पहुंच जाने चाहिए।
कौन आवेदन कर सकता है?
कथक गुरु, वरिष्ठ कथक प्रशिक्षक, कथक प्रशिक्षक, तबला/पखावज प्रशिक्षक और तबला/सारंगी वादक ग्रेड-III के लिए निर्धारित डिप्लोमा, डिग्री या प्रशिक्षण के साथ अनुभव वाले अभ्यर्थी। परंपरागत अनुभव पर छूट संभव है।
आवेदन कैसे करें?
विस्तृत बायो-डेटा, प्रमाणित दस्तावेज और परफॉर्मेंस लिंक/पेंड्राइव के साथ सीलबंद लिफाफे में निदेशक, कथक केंद्र, 2, सैन मार्टिन मार्ग, चाणक्यपुरी, नई दिल्ली-110021 को भेजें।
वेतन और चयन कैसे होगा?
पे लेवल 5 से 7 तक का वेतन। चयन प्रक्रिया की जानकारी अधिसूचना में नहीं दी गई है।
आधिकारिक वेबसाइट: www.kathakkendra.in
How Are Candidates Selected?
The notice does not state how candidates will be selected. It mentions an interview in the context of TA for unemployed outstation SC/ST candidates and rejection of candidature at the selection/interview stage.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
These 15 regular posts at Kathak Kendra focus on teaching and stage accompaniment in Kathak and related music. The largest group is the six Tabla and Sarangi Vadak Grade-III seats at Level 5. Waiver of formal diplomas or degrees is available for candidates with long traditional performance or teaching experience (5 to 10 years depending on the post). Age limits are post-specific and calculated as on 7 December 2026.
Best fit: Candidates with Post Diploma or Diploma (Hons.) from Kathak Kendra plus the required teaching years, or those with substantial traditional performance experience who can seek the printed waiver.
Skip this if you lack the minimum experience years or cannot document traditional conformity for a waiver, as Advisory Committee approval is required.
Practical tip: Prepare a clear performance link or pendrive and ensure all certificates are attested before sealing the envelope.
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What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Detailed bio-data in the prescribed format.
- Attested photocopies of marksheets and educational/professional certificates.
- Photograph.
- Pendrive or performance link and other relevant documents.
- Proof of SC/ST/OBC if claiming category (as per form).
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- Certificates must be attested photocopies.
- Include a pen drive or performance link showing relevant work.
What Are the Service Conditions?
- Posts are on a regular basis.
- Kathak Kendra reserves the right to reject any application or cancel the recruitment at any stage without assigning any reason.
What Happens After Selection?
- Interview (implied by TA provision and rejection clause).
- Document verification (implied by rejection of candidature for false information after selection/interview).
✅ Confirmed: TA for unemployed outstation SC/ST candidates called for interview.
❓ Not specified: Medical examination, joining formalities, probation or training details.
Contact & Helpline
The 2026 advertisement does not list a recruitment helpline or email. Check the Kathak Kendra Official Website for updates. Office contact from the website: office@kathakkendra.in, phone 011-26874235/52/53/54.
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Important Links – Kathak Kendra Kathak Guru & Other Posts Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Kathak Kendra Regular Posts Notice 2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | Kathak Kendra Official Website |
FAQs – Kathak Kendra Kathak Guru & Other Posts 2026
What is the last date to apply for Kathak Kendra Kathak Guru & Other Posts 2026?
7 December 2026. Applications must be received at the Kendra’s office by this date. No extension has been announced as of 10 November 2026.
What is the age limit for Kathak Kendra Tabla Vadak Grade-III?
Between 25–35 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and in-service candidates). Age is calculated as on 7 December 2026.
Is there an exam for Kathak Kendra Tabla Vadak Grade-III, or is it interview-based?
The notice does not state how candidates will be selected. It refers to an interview in the context of TA and possible rejection after the interview.
What is the Tabla Vadak Grade-III salary in Kathak Kendra 2026?
Pay Level 5 (₹29,200–₹92,300).
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
Not mentioned in the notification. The essentials require completed qualifications or approved equivalents, plus experience.
Is this Tabla Vadak Grade-III post a permanent government job?
Yes — advertised as a post on a regular basis.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. The notice states no domicile or residence condition.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
New Delhi (Kathak Kendra, Chanakyapuri).
What is the official website for Kathak Kendra recruitment?
Kathak Kendra Official Website
Can candidates with only traditional experience apply without a diploma?
Yes, for some posts. The notice allows the Advisory Committee to waive the diploma or degree requirement for candidates performing or teaching strictly in conformity with the tradition for the stated years (5–10 years by post).
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age condition as of 7 December 2026 and qualify.
- You meet the condition that decides this recruitment: the essential diploma/degree/training plus experience years, or the traditional performance/teaching years for waiver.
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires.
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: interview (as implied).
- You accept the posting terms: New Delhi.
📄 Primary source: Circular for regular posts, Kathak Kendra, New Delhi, last date 07.12.2026 (linked under Important Links). Recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
