Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Mohali
Advt. No.: NF (03)/Regular/2026Date: 03 May 2026
Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Regular Non-Faculty Posts)
Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Regular Non-Faculty Posts)
🔹 1. Deputy Librarian (Group ‘A’)
✔️ Basic Info
- Pay Level: Level 12 (7th CPC)
- Age Limit: 50 years
- Vacancy: 01 (UR)
🎓 Educational Qualification
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Master’s Degree in:
- Library Science / Information Science / Documentation Science
- Minimum 55% marks
- Ph.D. in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation / Archives
💼 Experience
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Minimum 8years experience as Assistant Librarian
- At least 2 years in Level 11
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Experience must be in:
- University / Higher Education Institute / National Institute / Scientific Library
🧠 Additional Requirements
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Evidence of:
- Innovative library services
- Use of ICT (Information & Communication Technology) in library
📝 Job Role (from Annexure)
- Library administration & management
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Handling:
- Books, journals, e-resources, databases
- Supervising staff
- Library automation & digital systems
- User training & information literacy programs
- Coordination with vendors & publishers
- Maintaining institutional repositories
🔹 2. Library Superintendent (Group ‘B’)
✔️ Basic Info
- Pay Level: Level 7
- Age Limit: 38 years
- Vacancy: 01 (UR)
🎓 Educational Qualification
Either:
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Master’s Degree in Library Science (55%)
OR - Master’s Degree (any subject) + bachelor’s in library science (55%)
💼 Experience
- Minimum 5years experience
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In:
- Library & Information Science field
- Digital library management
- Library automation
- Library networking
🧠 Key Skills
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Knowledge of:
- Digital libraries
- Automation software
- Networking systems
📊 QUICK COMPARISON
| Feature | Deputy Librarian | Library Superintendent |
|---|---|---|
| Group | A | B |
| Pay Level | 12 | 7 |
| Age Limit | 50 yrs | 38 yrs |
| Qualification | Master’s + PhD | Master’s / BLIS |
| Experience | 8 years | 5 years |
| Role Level | Senior / Administrative | Mid-level |
📌 IMPORTANT GENERAL DETAILS
- Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Regular)
- Institute: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Mohali
- Application Mode: Online only
- Last Date: 15 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
💰 APPLICATION FEES
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | ₹1298 |
| EWS | ₹708 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female | Exempted |
⚙️ SELECTION PROCESS
- Shortlisting
- Written Test / Skill Test
- Interview
⚠️ BEFORE APPLYING
Keep ready:
- 📄 Educational certificates
- 📄 Experience certificates
- 📄 Photo & signature
- 📄 NOC (if working)
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