NISER Bhubaneswar Library Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Published On: 07/01/2026

NISER Bhubaneswar has released a new notification for 03 Library Apprentice posts with a monthly stipend of ₹14,000, online application up to 20 January 2026 and walk‑in interview on 29 January 2026.

Overview of the recruitment

Institute: National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar.
Post name: Library Apprentice (under BoPT/NATS) in Central Library.
Total vacancies: 03 posts.
Job location: NISER campus, Jatni, District Khordha, Odisha.
Who can apply: BLISc graduates from any recognized Indian university, as per other eligibility conditions.

Important dates and application mode

Notification publication: 17 December 2025.
Online form start date: 17 December 2025.
Last date to submit online form: 20 January 2026 (up to 23:59).
Walk‑in written test & interview date: 29 January 2026 at 8:30 AM.
Application mode: Online Google/online form; no offline form is accepted.
Application fee: Nil for all categories.

Eligibility, age limit and stipend

Essential qualification:
- Bachelor of Library & Information Science (BLISc) from a recognized Indian University/Institute.
- Many notices specify that the BLISc should be completed on or after 1 January 2021, so recent pass‑outs are preferred.
Desirable qualification:
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to work with library automation and digital tools will get preference.
Age limit:
- As per BoPT/NATS apprenticeship rules (exact upper age is decided by apprenticeship board norms).
Monthly stipend/salary:
- Consolidated ₹14,000 per month; no additional allowances or perks.

Vacancy, selection process and work nature

Vacancy details:
- Library Apprentice: 03 posts under NISER Central Library.
Selection process:
- Shortlisting through eligibility check.
- Written test on library‑science‑related topics.
- Personal interview for candidates who qualify the written test.
Nature of training/work:
- Apprentices will be trained in different sections of NISER Central Library (circulation, technical processing, e‑resources, etc.).
- Library remains open all days including holidays and beyond office hours, so shift duties (including evening/holiday shifts) are expected.
- Apprenticeship certificate/experience will be issued only after successful completion of the training period.

Documents required and how to apply

Key documents to carry/prepare:
- Original photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, etc.).
- Original and self‑attested copies of all mark sheets and certificates from Matriculation onwards.
- BLISc degree certificate and mark sheets.
- Recent passport‑size photographs.
Basic online application steps (as per public recruitment notices):
- Visit NISER official website and open the Library Apprentice/Lib. Apprentice announcement in the career/announcement section.
- Fill the online form (Google or similar form link provided in the notification) with personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents as instructed in the form.
- Submit the form on or before 20 January 2026 and keep a print or PDF of the submitted form for reference.
- Report on 29 January 2026 at 8:30 AM at Lecture Hall, Library Building, NISER, Jatni, Khordha‑752050, with all originals and copies for written test and interview.