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Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Librarian and other Teaching postitions in Indian School at Wadi Al Kabir in OMAN
A CBSE affiliated Senior Secondary School
in Oman, with 6,500+ students
PG B.Ed. with 5 years experience as VP
TRAINED GRADUATE and PG TEACHERS
With minimum 2 years experience for:
Kindergarten, Primary, Middle, Secondary & Senior Secondary Classes
Subjects: Librarian+ Others
be innovative, progressive, stilled in using IT in the classroom.
Attractive tax-free salary, partly furnished accommodation, yearly air ticket,
medical reimbursement and transport as pet school rules. Preference for
candidates from English medium CBSE/ ICSE /IGCSE Schools.
Interview in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Cochin in December 2015 / January 2016.
for additional information on ISWK visit www.iswkoman.com
Apply to: apply@lswkoman.com / INDIAN SCHOOL AL VIADI AL KABIR,
PO Box-513, PC117 Wadi Kabir, Oman
School Career Web portal: http://www.lswkoman.com/careers.php
lnclude latest passport photograph+passport photocopy + latest CV
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Monday, September 28, 2015
Urgent Requirement For Librarian at Redbricks Education Foundation, Ahmedabad
Establish and implement library and information policies and procedures
Develop and manage convenient, accessible library and information services
Establish and manage the budget for library and information services, technology and media
Develop and manage cost-effective library and information services, technology and media
Order materials and maintain records for payment of invoices
Analyze and evaluate library and information services, technology and media service requirements
Prepare reports related to library and information services, technology and media services, resources and activities
Provide effective access to library collections and resources
Develop and maintain collections management policies and procedures
Perform original cataloguing and classification of print, audio-visual and electronic resources
Develop and maintain special indexing systems and files for special collections Librarian
Maintain the organization of library materials
Ensure an accurate inventory of resources
Ensure efficient retrieval by users
Search external database programs for the availability of cataloguing copy
Maintain inventories, compile statistics and generate reports as required
Develop and maintain cataloguing procedures
Distribute materials for cataloguing
Determine the type of cataloguing required
Enter cataloguing data into the library's automated system
Process resources for placement on shelf
File cards in shelf list
Complete cataloguing records where only partial copy is available
Index materials for the pamphlet collection
Provide library services in response to the information needs of library users
Respond to daily on-site requests for information
Train library users to effectively search the Library catalogue, Internet and other electronic resources
Provide an interlibrary loan service for both book and audiovisual materials and maintain records
Maintain records for the interlibrary loan service
Maintain circulation files, records and statistics
1) Female candidate with good communication skills and good command over English language.
2) Minimum 1 year experienced.
Kartik Trivedi
Bungalow no 1,3,4, Ashoknagar,
Nr . ISRO, B/h Sundarvan Park, Satellite
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
India 380015
Phone: 8238080461
Website: http://www.redbrickseducation.org
Walk-in-Interview for Sr. Video Librarian and 4 Posts of Video Librarian in Rajya Sabha TV on 14 October 2015
Maximum Salary: Rs 75,000
No. of Posts: 1
Essential Qualifications:
(i) B.Lib. from recognized University/ Institution; and
(ii) At least 8 years experience in organizing the video library and video archiving in a television channel.
Or
(i) Graduate from a recognized University /Institution, and;
(ii) Diploma in Library Science from a recognized University/Institution; and
(iii) At least 10 years experience in organizing the video library, video archiving in a television channel.
Post: Video Librarian
Maximum Salary: Rs 54,000
No. of Posts: 4
Essential Qualifications:
(i) Graduate from a recognized University/ Institution; and (ii) At least 5 years experience in organizing the video library, video archiving in a television channel.
Desirable At least 2 years experience in video editing in Non-linear format in a television channel/Production house.
Date and Time of Walk-in-Interview
Senior Video Librarian Wednesday, 14 October 2015 Reporting time : 02.00 p.m Interview : 04.00 p.m.
Video Librarian Wednesday, 14 October 2015 Reporting time : 03.00 p.m Interview : 05.00 p.m.
Details : http://rajyasabha.nic.in/rsnew/rstv/advt_rstv.pdf
Sunday, September 27, 2015
Hurry up!!! Early birds closes on 15th October. Only 100 more will be registered in ETD2015
I am pleased to inform you that Central Library, JNU in collaboration with NDLTD, USA and INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar is organising "ETD2015:18th International Symposium on Electronic Theses and dissertations" during November 04-06, 2015 at Convention Centre, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. This Conference is being organised first time in Indian Sub-continent and will be a unique opportunity to Libraries to learn from the experience of the Worldwide leaders in the field of digital archiving of Electronic Theses and Dissertations. This platform will also help Libraries to learn more about digitisation of theses and dissertations and other related issues. More details about the Conference, registration fee, programme, etc. is available at URL www.etd2015india.in.
I invite you to attend ETD2015, Your participation in the discussion at the conference will be beneficial to you as well as other participants of the symposium. The Pre-conference workshop on emerging tools like Vireo, Fedora, Orcid and other issues concerning Digitisation and Digital archiving of Theses and dissertations will provide useful insights to you for fulfilment of related tasks at your institute/University.
NDLTD (www.ndltd.org) Board of Directors have decided a special offer to participating Universities and Institutions in the ETD 2015 Conference. The registered participants, if they apply for NDLTD membership during the Conference, they will be entitled for one year complimentary membership of the NDLTD. They will be provided a discount code for registration during the Conference. Otherwise, only membership of the NDLTD for developing countries including India is $100. I am sure you will not miss this opportunity to attend ETD2015 and also to join NDLTD.
300 participants have already been registered. Maximum 400 participants will be registered, therefore, an early registration will ensure your place in the participation list of this very important event.
With best regards,
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Dr. Ramesh C Gaur
PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA)
University Librarian & Chair- ETD 2015 India
Jawaharlal Nehru University(JNU)
New Meharuli Road, New Delhi - 110067
Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551
Fax : +91-11-26741603
Email: rcgaur@mail.jnu.ac.in ;rcgaur66@gmail.com
URL: www.jnu.ac.in
Brief Profile:http://lib.jnu.ac.in/Ramesh_C_Gaur
Post of Librarian in RCCE Public School, Mehrauli, Delhi
Post- Librarian
School- RCCE Public School
Address- Chandan Hulla (Mehrauli), New Delhi
How to Apply- Contact on 93100083612 (8.30am -3.00pm)
Source: Hindustan, Classified Section, pg no. 4 dated 27 September 2015
Required Librarian @ Bhai Joga Singh Public School, New Delhi
Post- Librarian
Address- D-4, Faiz Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi
How to Apply- Send your resume within 15 days to the manager. Mail: hrbjsps@gmail.com
Source: Hindustan, Classified, pg no. 4 dated 27 September 2015
Friday, September 25, 2015
Vacancy of University Librarian at Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
Dear All,
Librarian Vacancy at Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, Madhya
Pradesh for more details open the below link
http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/userfiles/New%20Paper%20Advt.pdf
http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/infodetails.php?id=719
http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/userfiles/EmpNotice%20Essential%20Qual%20General%20Inst10-09-2015.pdf
JSTOR Forums in India this October: RSVP Deadline extended to September 27, 2015
Dear Colleague,
The deadline to RSVP for the JSTOR and INFLIBNET Forum events has been extended
to September 27, 2015.
As a reminder these events will provide opportunities to learn more about
the growing set of resources available on the JSTOR platform and eBook
acquisition models. In addition, presenters will discuss the ways in which
usage analysis and discovery services impact library resources and
acquisition decisions.
Speakers:
John Lenahan, Associate Vice President, Institutional Participation and
Strategic Partnerships – JSTOR | Portico
Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director - INFLIBNET Centre
Dr. R K. Chadha - Additional Secretary, Lok Sabha (Retired)
Shri P Jayarajan - Library Advisor, Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam
University
Registration is free and a detailed and *updated* agenda for each event is
available on the registration sites for each location:
October 6th Shillong: North-Eastern Hill University
8440867344?s= 44104101>, 9:30 AM
to 3:30 PM
October 9th Trivendrum: Kerala University
8440867344?s= 44106936>, 9:30 AM
to 3:30 PM
October is rapidly approaching. Be sure to confirm your attendance by
September
27 as space is limited at each location. Any questions may be directed to
participation@jstor.org.
Thanks & Regards,
Roma
STA(LS)
INFLIBNET Centre,
Gandhinagar.
Professional Assistant (Library) vacancy at IITH Library
Dear Sir:
Kindly post this announcement.
Vacancy: Professional Assistant (Library) - (01)
Location: IITHLibrary
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Regards
Siva Shankar K
Mob: + 919908035478
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Report on User Awareness Programme on UGC INFONET Digital Library Consortium at Visva-Bharati, Kolkata
Dear All,
It gives me immense pleasure to inform you that a two-day User
Awareness Programme on Access to E-resources under UGC INFONET Digital
Library Consortium was organized by Visva-Bharati Library Network at
Central Library during 24 -25 August 2015, in collaboration with INFLIBNET
Centre, Ahmedabad to promote the usage of e-resources as well as to provide
a platform for discussion on issues related to e-resources. The user awareness programme was attended by 91 participants (33 Faculty, 14 Library
Professionals and 44 Research Scholars). Nine aggregators/publishers
presented their products. It was conducted in 13 technical sessions.
The programme was inaugurated by Hon?ble Vice - Chancellor, Prof. Sushanta
Dattagupta by lighting the lamp along with Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director,
INFLIBNET, and Dr. V. K. Thomas, University Librarian.
Prof. Sushanta Dattagupta, Vice-Chancellor, in his inaugural speech talked
about the complex and widespread nature of VB libraries in Santinikeatn,
Sriniketan and Kolkata (Granthana Vibhaga) and networking for better
delivery of resources.
Dr. Jagdish Arora drew a brief sketch of INFLIBNET. He highlighted existing
and new ventures like ShodhGanga, ShodhGangotri, e-PG Pathshala, e-Acharya,
OJAS, Institutional Repository, Vidwan, Soul cloud version etc.
The valedictory function presided over by Prof. Swapan Kumar Datta, Pro
Vice-Chancellor. He spoke about the benefits of e-resources and urged for
their maximum utilization.
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Thanks and regards.
Ajay Kumar Sharma
Assistant Librarian & In-charge,
Cheena Bhavana Library & Additional charge, Hindi Bhavana Library
Visva Bharati, Santiniketan - 731235, Bolpur, Birbhum, West Bengal
Email: ajaysharma.lib@visva-bharati.ac.in
Mobile No.: +91 9735111064
Web: http://www.absla.org/ajay.html
Vacancy of Assistant Librarian in Reserve Bank of India
Recruitment for the posts of (i) Assistant Librarian in Gr. ‘A’ and (ii) Assistant Archivist in Gr. ‘A’ | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Vacancy of Librarian in Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, Kerala
Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden & Research Institute, located in the foothills of the Western Ghats at Palode, 45 kms from Thiruvananthapuram, is established with the vision of conservation and sustainably utilizing the plant biodiversity of India, with special reference to Kerala. The Institute undertakes a number of research projects in the fields of biotechnology, biodiversity, floriculture and related areas. JNTBGRI invites applications from eligible candidates to fill up the following posts in various disciplines.
Post: Librarian
Vacancy for the post of Assistant Librarian at Malad
There is a vacancy for the following post in D. T. S. S. College of Commerce, Malad East, Mumbai - 400097.
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Librarian (Associate Professor Grade),
D.T.S.S. College of Commerce,
Kurar, Malad (E), Mumbai- 400 097.
Maharashtra, India.
022 28423157
Librarian Vacancy at Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
Pay Scale PB-4; 37400-67000 (PB-4) AGP 10000
Age Limit Not exceeding 55 years
Qualification and Experience Essential: (A) i) A Master’s Degree in Library Science /Information Science/documentation with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven points scale and consistently good academic record.
ii) At least thirteen years as a Deputy Librarian (AGP `8000/-) in a university library or eighteen years’ experience as a College Librarian (AGP of `6000/).
iii) Evidence of innovative library service and organization of published work.
iv) A minimum score as stipulated in the Academic Performance Indicator (API) based performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS), set out in UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for appointment of teachers and other academic staff and measures for the maintenance of standards in higher education, 2010.
Desirable: M.Phil/ Ph.D. Degree in library science/ information science / Documentation / archives and manuscript-keeping. OR B. Deputy Librarian completing service of three years in the AGP of Rs. 9000 and otherwise eligible as per the API scoring system and PBAS methodology developed in UGC Regulations, 2010 with a Ph.D. qualification.
Note: • The minimum requirement of 55% shall not be insisted upon for Librarian and Deputy Librarian, for the existing incumbents who are already in the University system. However, these marks should be insisted upon for those entering the system from outside and those at the entry point of Assistant Librarian. • A relaxation of 5% shall be provided at the Master's level to the SC/ST category.
http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/userfiles/New%20Paper%20Advt.pdf
http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/infodetails.php?id=719
http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/userfiles/EmpNotice%20Essential%20Qual%20General%20Inst10-09-2015.pdf
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for appointment to Library Assistant 'A' in Birla Industrial and Technological Museum (BITM), Kolkata, West Bengal - 700019 from eligible candidates for appointment to Library Assistant 'A' in Birla Industrial and Technological Museum (BITM), Kolkata, West Bengal - 700019
Advertisement No. 3/2015
Position: Library Assistant 'A'
Organisation: Birla Industrial & Technological Museum (BITM)
Address: 19A, Gurusaday Road, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700019
Educational Qualification: Candidate should have passed Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science or Diploma in Librarianship after graduation in science with one year relevant experience after obtaining degree or diploma.
Pay Scale: INR Rs.5 200-20200 + Grade Pay of Rs.2800/-
Age Limit: As Per Rules.
How to Apply: Application completed in all respect may be sent in a closed envelope superscribing Application for the post of Library Assistant ‘A’ to Birla Industrial & Technological Museum (BITM), 19A, Gurusaday Road, Kolkata – 700 019, by post/courier etc.
Application may also be submitted in person at BITM, Kolkata.
Important Dates:
Last date for application is: 23rd October 2015
For more details, please refer to BITM Website.
Walk in Interview for Librarian in Tahanura Bengal TT College, Malda (W.B.)
Tahanura Bengal TT College
Walk-in Interview will be held on 22.09.2015 at 10am at College Campus for the following posts
Location: Malda
- Principal-1
- Foundation-1
- Language-1
- Humanities-1
- Science-1
- Maths-1
- Physical Instructor-1
- Fine Arts-1
- Librarian-1
Eligibility: As per NCTE norms 2014
Payscale: As per State Govt. norms
Tahanura Bengal TT College
Laxmipur
PO -Mohona
PS -Manikchand
Dist.- Malda Pin:732202
Ph.: 9476289457, 9474979143
Application invited for Apprentices in Library and Information Science in ICMR, New Delhi
Indian Council of Medical Research
V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029 Requires
Apprentices in Library and Information Science ICMR, HQ wishes to engage Apprentices in the discipline of Library and Information Science under the Apprenticeship Scheme of the Govt. of India, Ministry of HRD.
Applications are invited from candidates who have passed out the qualifying examination during 2014 & 2015. (Candidate(s) whose results are awaited may also apply but they will have to produce the passing certificate during the interview).
The details of the requirements are as follows:-
Number of Apprentices - Four
Qualifications: At least 2nd class Bachelors degree in Science(50%) and BLISc or MLISc from a recognized university
Stipend: Rs.11,500/- per month
Applications on plain paper giving details like (a) Name, (b) Date of Birth, (c) Address, (d) Nationality, (e) Educational Qualifications (Name of degree, Year of Passing, College/University, Subjects studied and Percentage of marks) and other relevant details, may be sent to Dr. V. K. Srivastava, Head, Division of Publication & Information, Indian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029 within 21 days of publication of this advertisement. A recent passport size photograph on the right corner of the application should be affixed and envelope should be superscribed “Application for Apprenticeship at ICMR.”
http://www.icmr.nic.in/icmrnews/icmr%20apprentices%20english.pdf
Friday, September 18, 2015
Vacacny of Assistant Librarian in Indina Institute of Legal Studies, Darjeeling (WB)
A Premier Law College
Affiliated to the University of North Bengal
Recognised by the Bar Council of India, New Delhi
Approved by the University Grants Commission of India
Dagapur, P.O. – Matigara, Dist.- Darjeeling
Ph.- 0353-2574697
Sl. No. |
Name of the Post
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Nos.
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Educational Qualifications and Experience.
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Age
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A.
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ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN
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1
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MLIS WITH 55% HAVING ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF LIBRARY SOFTWARE MANAGEMENT. THE PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO LAW GRADUATES.
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25 – 40 YEARS
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- No application except in prescribed application form will be considered.
- Incomplete application will not be entertained.
- The authority will not be responsible for postal delay, if any.
- The qualifications, age and pay scale for various categories of post shall generally be as prescribed by the UGC/BCI/ Government of West Bengal from time to time.
- Higher qualifications/ excellent performance/ experience and achievement shall be given preference.
- For the post of “B” is only for women. She must have the proficiency and capability to undertake counseling for legal education. Preference will be given to the candidate having adequate knowledge and experience.
- Higher salary may be given for outstanding candidates.
- In case the suitable candidates shall not be available, the authority of the College reserves the right not to make appointment to any post advertised.
- The College Authority reserves the right to consider the candidature of a person for any post who has not applied accordingly.
Date: 07/09/2015.
Indian Institute of Legal Studies.
Application are invited for the post of Project Assistant in Information and Library Network Centre (INFLIBNET Centre), Gandhinagar
Application are invited for the post of Project Assistant in Information and Library Network Centre (INFLIBNET Centre)
No. of Post : 2 post
*Educational Qualification:* M.Lib.Sc. or M.L.I.Sc OR B.L.I.Sc. or B.Lib.Sc. or equivalent with 2 years working knowledge of computer system, Internet.
*Pay Scale:* *INR* Rs.14000/- Per Month
*Age Limit:* 25 years.
For more details
http://inflibnet.ac.in/jobs/ADVT_15website.pdf
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Vacany of Librarian in Lucknow University, Lucknow
Appointment for Various Teaching Post (Last Date - 12.10.2015)
Applications are invited for various posts of Assistant Professors, Associate Professors, Professors & Librarian in different Department of the University. Application should reach the Registrar, University of Lucknow, Lucknow-226007 by registered/speed post only not later than 5.00 p.m. on 12/10/2015.
Details about the vacancies, Application form and other relevant details can be obtained by clicking on the Department name listed below.
ArabicBotany/Botany(Plant Nutrition)College of Arts & Craft Fine ArtsEnglish/English Linguistics/German/RussianGeologyHindiOriental Studies in SanskritOriental Studies in Arabic & PersianPolitical ScienceTagore Library (Librarian)Tibetan/Chinese
Click Here To Download Application Form
General Provisions For Recruitment And Minimum Qualifications (new)
Vacancies of Librarian, Professional Assistant, Semi Professional Assistant, Junior Library & information Assistant/ Library Assistant and MTS (Library) in College of Vocational Studies (University of Delhi)
Name of the
Post
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No of Post
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UR
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SC
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OBC
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Pwd
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Max Age
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Pay Band +GP
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Librarian
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01
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--
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--
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--
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OH (01)
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--
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15600-39100+GP 6000
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Professional Assistant
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01
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01
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--
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--
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--
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35
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9300-34800+GP 4200
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Semi Professional Assistant
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01
|
--
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--
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01
|
--
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35
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5200-20200+GP 2800
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Junior Library & information Assistant/ Library
Assistant
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02
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02
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--
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--
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--
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30
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5200-20200+GP 2000
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MTS (Library)
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02
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01
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01
|
--
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--
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27
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5200-20200+GP 1800
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NOTE:
Computer as a subject at Secondary level or Basic course in Computers from any Institution.
S. No. Category Amount
(a)
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UR/OBC
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Rs. 200/-
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(b)
(c )
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SC/ST
PwD
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Rs. 100/-
Nil
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