Essential qualification and experience criteria for Senior Library Assistant:
• Essential Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Library Science (B.Lib.Sc. / B.L.I.Sc.) or equivalent from a recognized University / Institution approved by UGC or AICTE.
• Desirable Qualification: Documented experience in library administration, automation systems, and Knowledge Management Centre (KMC) operations.
• Vacancy Nature: Direct recruitment against a lien vacancy (appointment against lien vacancy is likely to be continued/made permanent upon lien clearance).
• Probation Period: Two (02) years for direct recruits.
PermanentSep. 2, 2026
NID Madhya Pradesh Senior Library Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 1 Post
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Sep. 2, 2026Senior Library Assistant
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Vacancies
01 Post (Senior Library Assistant - UR, Lien Vacancy)
Pay Scale
₹29.2K - ₹92.3K / mo
Age Limit
Not exceeding 30 years as on 30.09.2026
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 31, 2026
2
Starts
Aug 31, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window31 Aug – 30 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.
Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Candidate must not exceed 30 years of age as on the closing date (30.09.2026). Since the advertised vacancy is Unreserved (UR), no age relaxation is applicable to SC / ST / OBC / PwD candidates applying for this UR post.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Receipt and Scrutiny of Offline Applications with Demand Draft (Deadline: 30.09.2026)
OfflineQualifying Only
Written Examination (100 Marks, 90 Minutes, 0.25 Negative Marking)
OfflineMerit Scored
Document Verification for Top 10 Shortlisted Candidates
OfflineQualifying Only
Computer-Based Skill Test in MS-Word (40 Marks) & MS-Excel (10 Marks) (Qualifying, Min 45% Marks)
OfflineQualifying Only
Final Merit Recommendation based on Written Examination Score
OfflineQualifying Only
Selection is conducted through a two-tier process:
1. Written Examination: 100-mark objective/descriptive test of 90 minutes duration (Library Science: 70 marks, English: 10 marks, General Awareness: 10 marks, Quantitative Aptitude: 10 marks) with 0.25 negative marking. Minimum qualifying mark is 30% for UR.
2. Shortlisting: Top 10 candidates based on written exam scores appear for document verification.
3. Skill Test: Computer-based Skill Test of 50 marks (MS-Word: 40 marks, MS-Excel: 10 marks) of 60 minutes duration. Qualifying in nature with a minimum cutoff of 45%.
4. Final Merit: Final merit list is prepared strictly based on the written examination score of skill-test qualified candidates.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview
Verified Official SourceWhat is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.
Exam Tier / Mode
Tier 1
Total Duration
90 Minutes
Negative Marking
0.25 marks deduction per wrong answer
Exam Tier / Mode
Tier 2
Total Duration
60 Minutes
Negative Marking
None
Previous Recruitment Cutoff Benchmarks
Verified Official SourceHistorical qualifying marks and eligibility benchmarks for prior recruitment cycles.
| Year | Category / Post Stream | Cutoff / Qualifying Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| — | UR | — |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
NID Madhya Pradesh at Bhopal is an Institute of National Importance under DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Senior Library Assistant manages the Knowledge Management Centre (KMC), maintaining specialized art, architecture, and industrial design volumes, audiovisual media, international design journals, and digital asset repositories. Daily responsibilities include cataloguing, reference services, e-resource consortium licensing, and RFID circulation desk oversight. High professional prestige, creative campus atmosphere, and 5-day week central government working hours.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Regular direct recruitment post against a lien vacancy (officially stated as likely to be continued). Stationed permanently at NID MP campus, Village Acharpura, Eint Khedi, Bhopal. 2-year probation period.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Level-5 entry in 7th CPC (Basic ₹29,200 – ₹92,300). Promotion ladder to Head Library Assistant / Assistant Librarian (Level-7, Basic ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) and Deputy Librarian (Level-11/12) through Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) and departmental promotions.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.
- Hardcopy Submission by 30.09.2026: Physical application form along with Demand Draft and self-attested testimonials must reach NID MP Bhopal by Speed Post / Registered Post on or before 30 September 2026.
- Demand Draft Payment Mode: Fee of ₹500/- for UR/OBC/EWS must be paid strictly via Demand Draft in favor of 'National Institute of Design Madhya Pradesh' payable at Bhopal.
- No Age Relaxation for UR Post: Since the single vacancy is Unreserved (UR), SC/ST/OBC candidates applying cannot claim category age relaxation.
- Mandatory 45% Score in Skill Test: Candidates must secure at least 45% in the 50-mark MS Word / Excel skill test; failing the skill test disqualifies candidates irrespective of written exam score.
- Envelope Superscription: Envelope must be super-scribed with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF SENIOR LIBRARY ASSISTANT'.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Unreserved (UR) - Direct Recruitment against Lien Vacancy1
Total Vacancies01 Post (Senior Library Assistant - UR, Lien Vacancy)
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Pay Level – 5 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix (Starting Basic Pay ₹29,200/- per month). Central Government DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and contributory pension scheme under NPS are admissible.
Pay Level – 5 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Entry Basic Pay ₹29,200/-; Pay Band ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month) plus applicable Central Government allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply:
- Download the application proforma available on the NID MP website (www.nidmp.ac.in).
- Fill up the application form completely.
- Attach self-attested copies of all educational qualifications, experience certificates, salary certificates, Vigilance Clearance (if applicable), and identity proof.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the application form and sign it.
- Send the filled application form and required documents in a sealed envelope.
- The envelope must be super scribed as "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF SENIOR LIBRARY ASSISTANT".
- Applications must be sent by Registered Post/Speed Post only to:
The Administrative Officer, Establishment Section, National Institute of Design, Madhya Pradesh, Village- Acharpura, Eint Khedi, Bhopal, Distt. - Bhopal, State - Madhya Pradesh, Pin- 462038. - The last date for receipt of hard copies of applications is 30.09.2026. Applications received by any other mode will not be accepted.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
• UR / EWS / OBC (NCL): ₹500/- (in the form of Demand Draft from any scheduled bank in favor of 'National Institute of Design Madhya Pradesh' payable at Bhopal).
• SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen and Women Candidates: Nil (Exempted from payment of fee).
Demand Draft must be attached with the offline application.
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Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 31, 2026
2
Starts
Aug 31, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window31 Aug – 30 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
Receipt and Scrutiny of Offline Applications with Demand Draft (Deadline: 30.09.2026)
OfflineQualifying Only
Written Examination (100 Marks, 90 Minutes, 0.25 Negative Marking)
OfflineMerit Scored
Document Verification for Top 10 Shortlisted Candidates
OfflineQualifying Only
Computer-Based Skill Test in MS-Word (40 Marks) & MS-Excel (10 Marks) (Qualifying, Min 45% Marks)
OfflineQualifying Only
Final Merit Recommendation based on Written Examination Score
OfflineQualifying Only
Selection is conducted through a two-tier process:
1. Written Examination: 100-mark objective/descriptive test of 90 minutes duration (Library Science: 70 marks, English: 10 marks, General Awareness: 10 marks, Quantitative Aptitude: 10 marks) with 0.25 negative marking. Minimum qualifying mark is 30% for UR.
2. Shortlisting: Top 10 candidates based on written exam scores appear for document verification.
3. Skill Test: Computer-based Skill Test of 50 marks (MS-Word: 40 marks, MS-Excel: 10 marks) of 60 minutes duration. Qualifying in nature with a minimum cutoff of 45%.
4. Final Merit: Final merit list is prepared strictly based on the written examination score of skill-test qualified candidates.
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The post is in Pay Level-5 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with a basic salary of ₹29,200 – ₹92,300/- per month plus central DA, HRA, and medical allowances.
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