Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Professional Assistant Gr II (Library) at Universities in Kerala


Universities in Kerala 

Applications are invited Online only from qualified candidates for appointment in the Professional Assistant Gr II (Library)-Universities in Kerala (Cat.No.274/2025) @ Kerala Public Service Commission.


Source: https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/extra-ordinary-gazette-date-30082025


For more details: https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/2025-09/noti-274-25.pdf







Assistant Librarian Vacancy at IGIDR

 Applications are invited from eligible Indian Nationals for the Assistant Librarian Non-Teaching Positions @ Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR), Mumbai, Maharashtra.


Source: http://www.igidr.ac.in/careers/


For more details: http://www.igidr.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/advt-nt-2025-asst-lib.pdf




National Level Workshop on Koha

 National Level Workshop on Koha: An Open Source Integrated Library Management System 
Organised by Central Library Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning 
Vidhyagiri, Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi – 515134 October 10 - 11, 2025


ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE: Organising Secretary, Central Library, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), Vidhyagiri, Puttaparthi – 515134. E-mail: centrallibrary@sssihl.edu.in In any emergency, please contact: +91-9664631017


 

Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) Librarian Vacancies

 

1. About EMRS Staff Selection Exam (ESSE) – 2025

 https://nests.tribal.gov.in

The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, is conducting ESSE-2025 for direct recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff, including the Librarian post, across Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) nationwide.

2. Post Details and Pay

  • Post: Librarian
  • Pay Matrix: Level-7 (Rs.44,900 – Rs.1,42,400/-)

S.No.

Subject

Total

UR

EWS

OBC

SC

ST

VI (a)

HI (b)

LD (c)

Others (d & e)

5

Librarian

124

52

12

33

18

9

0

2

1

2

3. Scheme of Examination

  • Mode:
    • Tier-I: MCQ-based, OMR (pen-paper)
    • Tier-II: Combination of descriptive & MCQ (OMR)
  • Selection: Final selection based on Tier-II merit only (no interview).

 



4. Marking Scheme

  • Correct Answer: +1 mark
  • Incorrect Answer: -1/3 mark
  • Unanswered Questions: 0 marks

5. Syllabus

 

 

6. General Instructions

  • Admit Cards: Available only online.
  • Exam Centre: Candidates must appear at the allotted exam centre, date, and shift.
  • No Duplicate Admit Cards: Not issued at exam centres.

7. Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Mandatory Items:
    • Admit Card
    • Passport-sized photo
    • Valid original photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
  • PwBD Candidates: Must carry a valid certificate if claiming relaxation.
  • Prohibited Items: Electronic gadgets, calculators, stationery, bags, and eatables.

8. Rough Work

  • Must be done only in the space provided in the test booklet.
  • No separate sheets provided.

9. Eligibility Criteria

9.1 Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: 35 years
  • Relaxation for EMRS Employees: Up to 55 years (including all relaxations)
  • Maximum Age Cap (after all relaxations): 55 years

9.2 Essential Qualification (any one)

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science (min. 50% marks), OR
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Library & Information Science (min. 50% marks), OR
  • Integrated Master of Library & Information Science (min. 50% marks)

Desirable:

 

1. Experience of working in a residential school

2. Knowledge of computer Applications.

10. Age Relaxation Policy

Category

Relaxation

SC/ST

5 years

OBC (NCL)

3 years

Central Govt. Employees

5 years (3 yrs continuous service)

PwBD

10–15 years (category-dependent)

Women (PGTs/TGTs only)

10 years (not applicable to Librarian)

Ex-Servicemen

As per service length with formula

Maximum Age Cap

55 years

11. Summary

This is a comprehensive overview of the Librarian Post (EMRS ESSE-2025), covering eligibility, examination scheme, and key instructions.

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General Instructions

·         Admit Cards: Available only on the NESTS website; no hard copies sent by post.

·         Exam Details: Candidates must appear at the allotted examination centre, date, and shift as specified in the admit card.

·         No Duplicate Admit Cards: Will not be issued at the exam centre.

·         Issues with Admit Card: Contact helpline (011-22240112) or email emrsrecuritment25@cbseshiksha.in if unable to download.

·         Admit Card Condition: Must not be mutilated or tampered with.

·         Eligibility: Possession of an admit card does not guarantee eligibility; verification will occur later.

·         Preservation: Keep admit cards in good condition for future reference.

📌 Important Instructions

·         Reporting Time: Arrive at the exam centre 2 hours before the test starts.

·         Required Documents:

1.      Printed copy of Admit Card

2.      One passport-size photo (same as uploaded in the application form)

3.      One valid original photo ID (PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, Passport, Aadhaar Card, or Ration Card with photo)

·         Seating: Sit only in the allotted seat.

·         No Re-test: No re-examination for candidates who miss the scheduled exam.

·         Prohibited Items: No instruments, stationery, eatables, electronic gadgets, or metallic items allowed in the exam hall.

·         Disqualification: Misleading information, tampered admit cards, or impersonation will lead to disqualification.

📌 OMR Sheet & Answer Key Display

·         OMR Answer Sheets: Scanned images will be available on the NESTS website for a limited period (dates announced via public notice).

·         Provisional Answer Keys: Displayed for 2–3 days.

·         Challenging Answers: Candidates can challenge answer(s) by paying a non-refundable fee of ₹1000 per question.

·         Challenge Process: Only online, paid challenges accepted; no email or letter submissions.

·         Expert Review: Subject experts will review challenges; their decision is final.

·         Fee Refund: If a challenge is accepted, the fee will be refunded after result declaration.

·         Final Results: Based on the final answer key prepared by subject experts.

Thursday, 4 September 2025

Library Internship at IIT Delhi

  Library Internship at IIT Delhi Central Library

Are you a fresh MLIS graduate (2024/2025), eager to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge library technologies and services? The Central Library, IIT Delhi is inviting applications for 10 Library Intern positions (stipend: ₹30,000/month). Learn, innovate, and contribute at India’s top QS-ranked institution.

📌 Apply Online by September 25, 2025

🔗 Apply Here (https://forms.gle/mZCtLaYkSUceQvhN8) | Full Advertisement (https://library.iitd.ac.in/LibIntern/Advt-Intern2025.pdf