MAHARAJGANJ Recruitment Dossier

Candidates Shortlisted the Post of Library Trainee

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Candidates Shortlisted the Post of Library Trainee on administered by MAHARAJGANJ Authority (Jammu and Kashmir).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MAHARAJGANJ Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) Cutoff Date: 2025-06-28 Posting Jurisdiction: Jammu and Kashmir

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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-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	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

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Candidates Shortlisted the Post of Library Trainee on?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) 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 2025-06-28. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MAHARAJGANJ Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Maharajganj Authority recruitment portal, navigate to the Library Trainee registration link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal and contact details.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, library science credentials, and previous experience if applicable.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, Library Science degree/diploma (BLIS/MLIS), category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature in specified formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the written test admit cards.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Candidates Shortlisted the Post of Library Trainee on 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 Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Basic English.
Stage 2: Library Science Domain Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Library Classification (DDC/CC), Cataloguing (AACR2/MARC), Information Sources, and Digital Library Technologies.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Practical Skills	Qualifying, 60 Minutes	Verification of original academic degrees, and practical test on library management software (Koha/Soul).
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Medical Examination	Merit-based	Final selection based on cumulative marks of Stage 1 and Stage 2, followed by a standard medical fitness assessment.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Library Trainee post under the Maharajganj Authority is aligned with Level 3 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (or equivalent consolidated stipend modeled on Level 3). The entry basic pay is Rs. 21,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 11,501. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities (like Maharajganj) is calculated at 9% of basic pay, which is Rs. 1,953. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 900 plus DA (53%), totaling Rs. 1,377. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 36,531. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic + DA (Rs. 3,320), along with minor professional tax and insurance deductions. Consequently, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary for a Library Trainee is approximately Rs. 33,000 during the training period, subject to authority-specific consolidated pay regulations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and state government reservation policies. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Fee concessions and age relaxations are also extended to women candidates and ex-servicemen as per prevailing government orders, ensuring equitable representation across all categories.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Candidates Shortlisted the Post of

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the Library Trainee post?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a recognized university.

Is there any service bond associated with this trainee position?

Yes, selected candidates may be required to execute a service agreement or indemnity bond to serve the authority for a minimum period of one year.

How is the normalization of marks calculated if the exam is held in multiple shifts?

If conducted in multiple shifts, the Maharajganj Authority will utilize the standard equipercentile normalization method to ensure fair evaluation across sessions.

What is the duration of the probation or training period for this role?

The training period is typically one year, which may be extended based on performance evaluation and the administrative requirements of the Maharajganj Authority.

Where will the selected Library Trainees be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted in the central library, departmental libraries, or public library units under the jurisdiction of the Maharajganj Authority.

Will there be any negative marking in the written screening examination?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in both the screening and domain-specific written tests.