Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has released Advertisement No. 15/2025-2026 for the recruitment of Non-teaching Group 'C' posts. Applications are invited for the positions of Accompanist (Tabla, Sarangi, Pakhawaj, Violin, and Mridangam) in the Faculty of Performing Arts, Mahila Mahavidyalaya, and Central Hindu Girls School. Eligible candidates can apply online.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) |
| Post Names | Accompanist (Tabla, Sarangi, Pakhawaj, Violin, Mridangam) |
| Total Vacancies | 16 (as per vacancy table) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date (Online) | 20th July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Job Type | Regular (Group 'C') |
| Official Website | bhu.ac.in |
| Post | Total | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accompanist (Tabla) [PFA-01] | 10 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Accompanist (Sarangi) [PFA-02] | 2 | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
| Accompanist (Pakhawaj) [PFA-03] | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Accompanist (Violin) [PFA-04] | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Accompanist (Mridangam) [PFA-05] | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | - |
| Total | 16 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
Note: PwBD reservation for PFA-01 (Tabla) is available for categories: VI (B, LV), LD (OL, AAV, Dw, LC) [incl. OL], MD (A & C).
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:16
Educational Qualification:
Experience:Minimum 01 year of relevant accompaniment experience is required.
Skills:Proficiency in the respective musical instrument, performance skills, accompaniment skills.
Age Limit:
Salary:
Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Selection Procedure: Written Test and Skill Test. The syllabus will be notified later by the University.
Application Fee:
Fee must be paid online through the payment gateway.
Candidates must follow the two-step application process as outlined below. The eligibility is determined as on 20.07.2026.
Office of the Deputy Registrar
Recruitment & Assessment Cell, Holkar House
BHU, Varanasi - 221005 (U.P.)
Hard Copy Submission Deadline: 25th July 2026, 5:00 PM
Note: Incomplete applications will be rejected. Applicants in employment must route applications through proper channel or submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) prior to the selection process.
Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment: 20th July 2026 (5:00 PM)
Last Date for Submission of Downloaded Hard Copy: 25th July 2026 (5:00 PM)
Official Notification (PDF):
Download Official Notification (PDF)
Apply Online:
Apply Online on BHU Recruitment Portal
Official Website:
https://www.bhu.ac.in
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