National Library of India Recruitment 2024: Apply Now for 25 LIS Intern Vacancies!

The National Library of India, Kolkata, is inviting applications for 25 Library and Information Science Intern positions for 2024-25. Selected interns will engage in tasks such as cataloging, circulation, and supporting various departments. Key eligibility criteria and other essential details are provided below for the benefit of aspiring candidates.

Recruitment Organization	National Library of India
Post Name	Library and Information Science
Total Vacancies	25
Application Mode	Speed post/registry/courier
Job Location	Kolkata

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1. National Library of India Recruitment 2024 : Important Dates

Event	Date
Date of Publication of Notification	20.09.2024
Last Date of Offline Application	Available soon

2. National Library of India Recruitment 2024 : Vacancy Details

3. National Library of India Recruitment 2024 : Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:
- The applicant must have obtained a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or an equivalent qualification on or before the last date of application.
Language Proficiency:
- Candidates must have proper knowledge of the concerned language.
- It is desirable that the candidate studied the concerned language as a subject at the Intermediate level.
Note: After final selection, if it is found that the intern is not proficient in reading or writing the concerned language, a language board will be constituted. Based on their recommendation, the internship may be terminated immediately if the intern is deemed incompetent.
Age Limit:
- The applicant’s age must be below 35 years on the last date of application.

4. National Library of India Recruitment 2024 : Stipend Details

Stipend Details

Each intern will receive Rs. 25,000/- per month.
- This amount includes the cost of the candidate’s medical insurance policy.

Note:
It is mandatory for the candidate to obtain a medical insurance policy from a recognized insurance company during the period of the LIS Internship.

5. National Library of India Recruitment 2024 : Selection Process

1. Application Review:

All applications are checked based on your academic performance from:

10th grade
12th grade (Higher Secondary/Intermediate)
Graduation
Library Science degrees (BLISc and MLISc)

2. Shortlisting Candidates:

Candidates are shortlisted based on their academic scores (highest percentage).
For every available position, 10 candidates are called for the next round (this is called the 1:10 ratio).
The Top 10 candidates are chosen based on their percentage or other criteria decided by the recruitment committee.

3. Marks Distribution:

Total Marks Assigned = 100

The selection process will be divided into two main categories:

45% weightage on Academic & Professional Qualifications (45 marks)
55% weightage on Subjective, Practical, and Interview (55 marks)

1. Academic & Professional Qualifications (45 Marks)

Academic Qualification (15 Marks)
Marks will be awarded based on performance in Higher Secondary and Graduation levels:
- Higher Secondary/Intermediate (12th Standard):
  - 75% and above: 7 marks
  - 60% to below 75%: 5 marks
  - Below 60%: 3 marks
- Graduation:
  - 75% and above: 8 marks
  - 60% to below 75%: 7 marks
  - Below 60%: 6 marks
Professional Qualification (30 Marks)
Marks will be awarded based on performance in Library & Information Science (LIS) degrees:Where Master’s Degree (MLISc) is a 2-year program:
- MLISc Marks:
  - 75% and above: 30 marks
  - 60% to below 75%: 25 marks
  - 55% to below 60%: 15 marks
  - 50% to below 55%: 10 marks
Where Bachelor’s (BLISc) and Master’s Degree (MLISc) are both 1-year programs:
- BLISc Marks:
  - 75% and above: 15 marks
  - 60% to below 75%: 12 marks
  - 55% to below 60%: 7 marks
  - 50% to below 55%: 4 marks
- MLISc Marks:
  - 75% and above: 15 marks
  - 60% to below 75%: 13 marks
  - 55% to below 60%: 8 marks
  - 50% to below 55%: 6 marks

2. Subjective, Practical, and Interview (55 Marks)

MCQ Exam (50 Marks)
This portion will test general knowledge and technical expertise relevant to LIS.
Practical Exam (25 Marks)
The practical exam will cover the following topics:
- Cataloguing in English: 10 marks
- Cataloguing in an Indian Language: 10 marks
- Identification of MARC TAGS: 5 marks
Interview (25 Marks)
Candidates will be evaluated based on communication skills, technical knowledge, and suitability for the role.

4. Final Selection:

The top scorer in each language, based on the total marks from both the academic/professional qualifications and the practical/interview sections, will be selected as an LIS Intern.
A panel of candidates will also be drawn accordingly.
No TA/DA will be provided for joining the internship, and selected candidates must submit a Medical Certificate from a Government hospital before joining.

6. National Library of India Recruitment 2024 : How to Apply

How to Apply

Prepare Your Application:
- Complete the application form for the LIS Intern post.
- Gather all supporting documents, including:
  - Copies of academic qualifications (10th, 12th, Graduation, MLISc, BLISc).
  - Professional qualifications.
  - Medical certificate from a government hospital.
Submit Your Application:
- Send your application through Speed Post, Registry, or Courier to the National Library.
- Ensure all documents are included with your application.
Contact Information:
- Include a valid email ID and mobile number in your application, as all communications regarding your application status will be sent electronically.
Stay Updated:
- For the latest information and updates, regularly visit the official website of the National Library.