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

• Detailed Syllabus: Available on the NESTS website: https://nests.tribal.gov.in

 

 

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.