The High Court of Gujarat has invited online applications for the post of Assistant Librarian on its establishment at Ahmedabad. This recruitment drive is being conducted under Advertisement No. RC/B/1304/2024 (A.L.). Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 9 May 2025 to 23 May 2025 via the HC-OJAS portal.
Overview
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Organisation: High Court of Gujarat
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Post Name: Assistant Librarian
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Advertisement Number: RC/B/1304/2024 (A.L.)
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Total Vacancies: 02
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Mode of Application: Online
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Job Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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Official Websites:
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Starting Date to Apply: 9 May 2025 (from 12:00 Noon)
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Last Date to Apply: 23 May 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
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Tentative Exam Date (Written): 29 June 2025
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Tentative Viva-voce (Oral Interview): July/August 2025
Vacancy Details
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Number of Posts: 02
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Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Pay Matrix Level-8)
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Allowances as admissible under Gujarat government rules
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Note: Reservation policy does not apply due to limited vacancies
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on the closing date)
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Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (M.Lib./MLISc)
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Certificate of basic computer knowledge as per state government norms
Experience
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Minimum 1 year of experience in any of the following:
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Central or State Government
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Government Organisation
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Public Sector Undertaking
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Reputed private organisation or company
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Age Limit
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Minimum: 18 years
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Maximum: 35 years (as on 23 May 2025)
Age Relaxation:
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Women: 5 years
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PwBD: 10 years
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Ex-servicemen: Actual service + 3 years
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Subordinate court or High Court employees: 5 years or number of years of service (whichever is less)
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Maximum age limit with relaxation shall not exceed 45 years under any category
Examination Fees
| Category | Fee (excluding bank charges) |
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| SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen (Gujarat origin) | ₹750 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹1500 |
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Mode of Payment: Online via SBI e-Pay on HC-OJAS Portal
Selection Process
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Written Examination (Objective Type – MCQs): 100 Marks
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Duration: 2 hours
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Negative Marking: 0.33 mark per wrong/multiple answer
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Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50%
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Viva-voce Test (Oral Interview): 40 Marks
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Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%
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Only candidates qualifying the written test will be called for interview
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Final Selection
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Based on aggregate marks of the Written Test (60% weightage) and Interview (40% weightage)
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Syllabus for Written Examination
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Library Science
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English Language
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General Knowledge: History, Geography, Science, Current Affairs
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Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
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Legal Knowledge:
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Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
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Civil Procedure Code, 1908
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Indian Penal Code, 1860
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Indian Evidence Act, 1872
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Constitution of India
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Basic Computer Applications
How to Apply
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Visit the HC-OJAS portal: https://hc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in
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Click on “Apply Online” and select the advertisement RC/B/1304/2024 (A.L.)
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Fill in the application form carefully with valid details
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Upload scanned copies of photo and signature as per specifications
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Submit the application and pay the required fees online
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Save the confirmation page and e-receipt for future reference
Note: Do not send hard copies of documents during the application stage. Original certificates will be verified during the Viva-voce.
Disqualification Criteria
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Not an Indian citizen
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Dismissed from government service
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Convicted of offences involving moral turpitude
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Debarred from competitive exams by any authority
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Practising bigamy
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Use of unfair means during examination
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
Final Words
The High Court of Gujarat Assistant Librarian Recruitment 2025 presents a great opportunity for qualified library science professionals seeking a stable government position with a reputed judicial institution. Apply early to avoid last-minute hassles.