NITI Aayog, the Government of India's policy think tank, has notified recruitment for the post of Library and Information Officer through its Admin-IV Section in New Delhi. There is one vacancy, to be filled by composite method, that is deputation including short-term contract or promotion, from eligible officers of Central and State Governments, union territory administrations, statutory or autonomous bodies, public sector undertakings and recognised universities or research institutions. The role involves managing the library and information services of the institution.
NITI Aayog Library and Information Officer Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 2026F. No. A-12023/3/2025-AdminIV-Part(1)
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
08 Dec
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Last date 08 Dec 2026 · 51 days left
- Notification09 Oct
- Applications Opentill 08 Dec
About NITI Aayog Library and Information Officer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- NITI Aayog
- Advertisement No.
- F. No. A-12023/3/2025-AdminIV-Part(1)
- Post Name
- Library and Information Officer
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Deputation
- Age Limit
- Up to 56 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Five years' professional experience in a library under the Central Government or State Government or Union territory Administration or Autonomous or Statutory organisation or Public Sector Undertaking or University or Recognised Research or Educational Institution.
- Pay Scale
- Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - 2,08,700/-) of the Pay Matrix
- Tenure
- The period of deputation (including short-term contract), including any ex-cadre deputation held immediately before, shall ordinarily not exceed four years
Vacancy Breakdown
Library and Information Officer
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Library and Information Officer | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Library and Information Officer - Qualification and Experience
Master Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognised University or Institute. Five years' professional experience in a library under the Central Government or State Government or Union territory Administration or Autonomous or Statutory organisation or Public Sector Undertaking or University or Recognised Research or Educational Institution.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Library and Information Officer - Qualification and Experience | Master Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognised University or Institute. Five years' professional experience in a library under the Central Government or State Government or Union territory Administration or Autonomous or Statutory organisation or Public Sector Undertaking or University or Recognised Research or Educational Institution. |
Age Limit
Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications (08-12-2026)
Selection Process
Selection is by composite method, deputation (including short-term contract) or promotion, from officers of the Central Government, State Governments, Union territory Administration, statutory or autonomous organisations, Public Sector Undertakings, recognised universities or recognised research institutions.
Salary Structure
Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - 2,08,700/-) of the Pay Matrix
How to Apply
- 1Prepare the application in the enclosed bio-data/curriculum vitae pro forma
- 2Attach self-attested proof of educational qualifications and experience
- 3Attach original or attested photocopies of the APARs for the last 5 years
- 4Attach the vigilance clearance certificate, integrity certificate and no major/minor penalty certificate for the last 10 years
- 5Forward the application through proper channel to NITI Aayog, Admin-IV Section, New Delhi
- 6Ensure the application reaches within 60 days of publication of the advertisement in Employment News, that is by 8 December 2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Proof of educational qualifications and experience (self-attested)
•Original/attested photocopies of APARs for the last 5 years
•Vigilance clearance certificate
•Integrity Certificate
•No Major/Minor penalty certificate for last 10 years
Important Details
- The post is filled by composite method: deputation (including short-term contract) or promotion.
- The departmental Assistant Library and Information Officer in Level 7 with nine years' regular service in the grade, a Bachelor Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science and completed in-house training of two to four weeks in the field of Library and Library Science will also be considered along with outsiders; if selected, the post is treated as filled by promotion.
- Candidates who apply will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature, and applications received without the required documents or after the prescribed date will be rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can officers from PSUs, autonomous organisations and recognised universities apply?
Yes. Officers of Central Government, State Governments, Union territory Administration, statutory or autonomous organisations, Public Sector Undertakings, recognised universities and recognised research institutions are eligible.
Can a candidate withdraw the application after submitting it?
No. Candidates who apply for the post will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently.
What is the period of deputation for this post?
The period of deputation, including short-term contract and any ex-cadre deputation held immediately before, shall ordinarily not exceed four years.
Is the Diploma in Computer Application compulsory?
No. It is a desirable qualification, along with one year of experience in computerising library activities.
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