The High Court of Gujarat, the principal judicial body of the state headquartered at Sola, Ahmedabad, has announced direct recruitment for Group-C librarian posts. The drive covers Librarian positions on the establishments of the District Judiciary and a Librarian cum Research Assistant post on the establishment of the Industrial Courts and Labour Courts, taking the total to 30 vacancies. Selected candidates will manage court libraries and support research work within the Gujarat judicial system.
Gujarat High Court Recruitment 2026 - Librarian and Librarian cum Research Assistant Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026RC/B/1458/2026 (Librarian)
Total Vacancies
30
Last Date
20 Oct
2 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Full Time
Status
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Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 20 Oct 2026 · 2 days left
- Notification28 Sept
- Applications Open01 Oct
- Exam29 Nov
About High Court of Gujarat Librarian and Librarian cum Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- High Court of Gujarat
- Advertisement No.
- RC/B/1458/2026 (Librarian)
- Post Name
- Librarian (Group-C) on the establishments of the District Judiciary and Librarian cum Research Assistant (Group-C) on the establishment of Industrial Courts and Labour Courts
- Job Location
- Gujarat
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates belonging to the Reserved Categories (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) of Gujarat origin are only eligible for reservation benefits; as there are no reserved vacancies, reserved category candidates may apply against the unreserved category and get relaxation in examination fees only.
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- 21–37 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 02 years experience of working in any well organized Library after obtaining the degree
- Credentials Required
- Certificate regarding basic knowledge of computer as prescribed by the State Government
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 25,500-81,100 plus usual allowances (same for both posts)
Vacancy Breakdown
Librarian (Group-C) on the establishments of the District Judiciary
29
UR 29SC 0ST 0EWS 0
Librarian cum Research Assistant (Group-C) on the establishment of Industrial Courts and Labour Courts
1
UR 1SC 0ST 0EWS 0
Total30
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librarian (Group-C) on the establishments of the District Judiciary | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Librarian cum Research Assistant (Group-C) on the establishment of Industrial Courts and Labour Courts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
Eligibility Details
Librarian and Librarian cum Research Assistant - Qualification and Experience
Bachelor of Library and Information Science or its equivalents Degree from a University recognized by the Government. Preferably Degree in Law. Besides the prescribed qualification, a candidate must possess a certificate regarding basic knowledge of computer as prescribed by the State Government from time to time. Sufficient Knowledge of English, Gujarati and Hindi Language. Experience: Candidate must have 02 years experience of working in any well organized Library after obtaining degree.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Librarian and Librarian cum Research Assistant - Qualification and Experience | Bachelor of Library and Information Science or its equivalents Degree from a University recognized by the Government. Preferably Degree in Law. Besides the prescribed qualification, a candidate must possess a certificate regarding basic knowledge of computer as prescribed by the State Government from time to time. Sufficient Knowledge of English, Gujarati and Hindi Language. Experience: Candidate must have 02 years experience of working in any well organized Library after obtaining degree. |
Age Limit
21 to 37 years as on the last date for submitting the online application (20-10-2026)
Age Relaxation
Women candidates 5 years; Persons with Benchmark Disabilities 10 years; Ex-Servicemen actual service rendered plus 3 years; employees working in the State Government 5 years or equal to the number of years of service put in, whichever is less. Upper age limit shall not exceed 45 years under any category while availing these relaxations.
Application Fee
SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD
Rs. 750 plus usual bank charges
All Other Candidates
Rs. 1500 plus usual bank charges
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Fees are paid through the Print Application/Pay Fees button via SBI e-Pay on the HC-OJAS Portal (https://hc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in); online payment instructions are available on the portal.
Selection Process
- 1Main Written Examination (Objective Type - MCQs)
100 marks, 2 hours, multiple choice questions of 1 mark each with negative marking of 0.33 mark for each wrong or multiple answer; minimum 50% marks (45% for PwBD) required to qualify.
- 2Viva-voce Test (Oral Interview)
40 marks; minimum 40% marks required to be included in the final merit list.
Exam Pattern
2 HoursObjective Type MCQs on OMR sheetNegative: 0.33 mark for each wrong or multiple answer
Library Science
—
English Language & Gujarati Language
—
General Studies (History, Geography, Science, Current Affairs), Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
—
Basic Legal Knowledge
—
Basic Knowledge of Computer Application
—
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library Science | — | — | — |
| English Language & Gujarati Language | — | — | — |
| General Studies (History, Geography, Science, Current Affairs), Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability | — | — | — |
| Basic Legal Knowledge | — | — | — |
| Basic Knowledge of Computer Application | — | — | — |
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,500-81,100 plus usual allowances (same for both posts)
How to Apply
- 1Register on the HC-OJAS portal and fill in the online application form with correct personal, educational and contact details
- 2For the District Judiciary post, opt for three districts of your choice in order of precedence
- 3Upload photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format
- 4Pay the examination fee through the Print Application/Pay Fees button using SBI e-Pay
- 5Review all details carefully and submit the confirmed online application
- 6Save or print a copy of the submitted application and the e-payment receipt
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Print out of the duly filled-in confirmed online application with e-payment receipt or challan
•School Leaving Certificate or Birth Certificate
•Mark-sheets and certificates of SSC
•HSC and the essential qualification
•Experience certificate
•Certificate of basic knowledge of computer application
•Caste certificate issued by the competent authority of Gujarat
•Non-creamy layer certificate for SEBC candidates
•EWS eligibility certificate
•PwBD certificate
•Discharge certificate for Ex-servicemen
•No Objection Certificate if employed in State or Central Government
•Character certificates from two respectable persons issued in the last 6 months
•Government Gazette for change of name or surname
•Attested copies of FIR
•Charge-sheets or judgment in any criminal or civil case
•Original identity proof such as Election Card
•PAN Card
•Driving Licence
•Passport
•Aadhaar Card or Government servant ID card
Important Details
- Reservation benefits are available only to SC, ST, SEBC and EWS candidates of Gujarat origin, and since there are no reserved vacancies they apply against the unreserved category with relaxation in examination fees only.
- The upper age limit cannot exceed 45 years under any category even after relaxation.
- A degree in Law is preferred but not essential.
- Candidates applying for the District Judiciary post must opt for three districts of their choice in order of precedence, and the preference cannot be changed at any stage; the fourth district is decided by the High Court.
- The High Court does not entertain phone calls or personal visits for general queries, and RTI applications about this recruitment will not be entertained until the entire process is complete.
District-wise Vacancies (Annexure A)
Chief Judicial Magistrates' Court, Ahmedabad City
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Amreli
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 1
Family Court, Amreli
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Aravalli
Total Vacancy: 2
Reserved for Women (General): 1
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Aravalli
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Banaskantha
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Bharuch
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Botad
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Dahod
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Devbhumi Dwarka
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Gir Somnath
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Jamnagar
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Junagadh
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Kachchh
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Kachchh
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Mahisagar
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Narmada
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Navsari
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Navsari
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Panchmahals
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Patan
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
Family Court, Patan
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Porbandar
Total Vacancy: 2
Reserved for Women (General): 1
PwBD: 0
District Court, Surat
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 1
Family Court, Surat
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Surendranagar
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
District Court, Valsad
Total Vacancy: 1
Reserved for Women (General): 0
PwBD: 0
| Establishment | Total Vacancy | Reserved for Women (General) | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Judicial Magistrates' Court, Ahmedabad City | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Amreli | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Family Court, Amreli | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Aravalli | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Family Court, Aravalli | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Banaskantha | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Bharuch | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Botad | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Dahod | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Devbhumi Dwarka | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Gir Somnath | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Jamnagar | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Junagadh | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Kachchh | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Kachchh | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Mahisagar | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Narmada | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Navsari | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Navsari | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Panchmahals | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Patan | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Family Court, Patan | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Porbandar | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| District Court, Surat | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Family Court, Surat | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Surendranagar | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| District Court, Valsad | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Ex-Servicemen: 0
District Preference and Posting
For District Judiciary establishments a candidate must opt for three districts of choice in order of precedence and the fourth district is determined by the High Court based on availability of vacancies in the relevant category. Preference once selected cannot be changed at any stage and gives no vested right to insist on posting in a particular district. No district preference is given for the Industrial Courts and Labour Courts post. Vacancies are filled in order of merit, first for District Judiciary establishments and then for Industrial Courts and Labour Courts.
Select List and Centralized Wait-List
The Select List and Centralized Wait-List are prepared on aggregate marks of the Main Written Examination and Viva-voce Test according to merit. The Centralized Wait-List consists of not more than 10% of the notified vacancies and remains in force until the advertised vacancies are filled or for one year from the date of publication, whichever is earlier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a degree in Law mandatory for these posts?
No. A degree in Law is only preferred. The essential qualification is a Bachelor of Library and Information Science or its equivalent degree from a government recognized university.
Can a candidate change the district preference after submitting the application?
No. The district preference once selected cannot be changed under any circumstances and any request for change is rejected outright.
How long is the select list valid?
The Select List and Centralized Wait-List remain in force until the advertised vacancies are filled or for one year from the date of publication, whichever is earlier.
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