KERALA Recruitment Dossier

Appointment to the Post of M T S Lib

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Appointment to the Post of M T S Lib administered by KERALA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KERALA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) Cutoff Date: 2024-07-20 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

Related Active Openings under KERALA

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
The Post of Multi Tasking Staff Library	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2024-01-03
The Post of Upper Division Clerk and Lower Division Cle	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Cancellation of Offer of Appointment to the Post of MTS Library	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2024-08-31
Csir Invites Caird Award 2015 and 2016 Last	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2025-08-14

Active Procurement Tenders by KERALA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Correspondence Address of E Procurement Cell	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Department Users Are Recommended to Select 2 of 4 Bid Openers Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fee Collection Implementation in E Procurement Portal	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
X90f X91a X921 X940 X921 X940 X915 X940 X916 X930 X940 X926 Procurement O	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Appointment to the Post of M T S Lib?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2024-07-20. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KERALA Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain lokbhavan.kerala.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Kerala recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, library-specific certifications, and preferred examination center locations across Kerala.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, library science diplomas, a recent passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Remit the prescribed application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the system-generated payment receipt and completed application form for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, download it using registration credentials, and verify the designated exam date, time, and venue details before the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Appointment to the Post of M T S Lib is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Written Examination (Objective Type)	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Numerical Aptitude, General English, Reasoning Ability, and Basic Computer Operations.
Stage 2: Library Skill & Practical Test	Qualifying Nature / 60 Minutes	Classification systems (DDC), cataloging rules, library software (Koha), book shelving, circulation procedures, and reference services.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Verification Only / No Marks	Authentication of academic transcripts, library science certificates, category certificates, identity proofs, and character certificates.
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Merit List	Final Selection	General physical fitness assessment as per government medical standards to ensure suitability for library duties and physical endurance.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Multi-Tasking Staff (Library) - MTS Lib under the Kerala Authority falls under Level 1 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 18,000. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 9,540), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities in Kerala (such as Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram) at 20% (Rs. 3,600), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA (Rs. 715.50), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 33,205. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 2,754) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited MTS Library assistant is approximately Rs. 30,150. This structure will be further optimized upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the MTS Library cadre strictly adheres to the reservation policies formulated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation, while a 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). In accordance with central guidelines, women candidates and applicants from reserved categories are exempted from paying the application fee, promoting equal opportunity and diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Appointment to the Post of M T S Li

What is the criteria for determining the final cutoff marks for the MTS Library post?

The final cutoff is determined based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the written exam, and the overall performance of candidates, calculated separately for each reservation category.

Will there be a normalization of marks if the written exam is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, if the examination is conducted across multiple sessions, a standard equi-percentile normalization method will be applied to ensure fair evaluation across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement associated with this appointment?

No, there is no mandatory service bond for the MTS Library post, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before permanent confirmation.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period for the selected candidates?

The selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and attendance will be closely monitored before confirmation of service.

Does the written exam include questions on library science or is it general?

The written exam primarily focuses on general aptitude, English, and reasoning, but the subsequent qualifying skill test specifically evaluates practical library management and classification skills.

Where will the selected candidates be posted within Kerala?

Selected candidates will be posted in government libraries, educational institutions, or administrative offices of the recruiting authority across various districts of Kerala, subject to vacancy availability.