# National Book Trust hires two typesetters on three-month contract

2026-10-23T02:26:33+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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The National Book Trust, India, under the Ministry of Education, has invited online applications for two Typesetter vacancies on a contract basis. One post is for English and one for Hindi, with a consolidated monthly pay of Rs 35,000. The contract is initially for three months through a manpower agency and may be extended. Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary or above, hold a certificate course in Graphic Software, and have at least two years' experience with InDesign and other graphic software. Typing knowledge in the respective language is required, and applicants must submit sample works. The upper age limit is 40 years. Applications must be submitted through the Trust's website by 29 October 2026. The notification does not specify the selection process or application fee.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

The contract is for three months at Rs 35,000 a month, with no allowances and no selection process specified. Applicants must submit sample works online by 29 October, but the Trust retains the right to leave the posts unfilled. The lack of a stated selection method or application fee leaves candidates guessing how they will be judged.

## Coverage

- freejobalert.com <https://www.freejobalert.com/articles/national-book-trust-typesetter-recruitment-2026-3075038>
  Straight, dry listing of eligibility, vacancies and dates, no slant or drama

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