Various Vacancies at Information and Library Network Centre (INFLIBNET)

- INFLIBNET Centre, an Autonomous Inter University Centre under the University Grants Commission, invites applications for direct/deputation recruitment across three posts: Scientist-E (Library Science), Scientist-B (Computer Science), and Senior Assistant/Office Assistant-II.
- The Centre focuses on modernizing libraries and information centers in universities, colleges, and R&D institutes using computer and communication technology. Key projects include ONOS, Infistats, Shodhgangotri, and SOUL.
- The selected candidates will be posted in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, but may be deployed anywhere in India as required.

• Scientist-B (Computer Science): ['- Age Limit: Maximum 35 years for direct recruits.', '- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.E.) or Master’s in Computer Applications (MCA) or equivalent, with 1 year of relevant experience.', '- Method of Recruitment: Direct Recruitment.', '- Job Description: Senior member responsible for developing library-related software, setting up networking, advising university libraries on computerization, and training library professionals in computer use.']
• Scientist-E (Library Science): ['- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years.', '- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Library Science with 9 years of experience OR Master’s in Library Science (M.Lib./M.L.I.Sc.) with 15 years of relevant experience.', '- Method of Recruitment: On deputation for a period of one year.', '- Job Description: Senior member responsible for assisting university libraries in computerization, creating machine-readable databases, organizing information services, and conducting training programs for library professionals.']
• Senior Assistant/Office Assistant-II: ['- Age Limit: Maximum 30 years (35 years for central/state government autonomous bodies and university employees).', '- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least a second-class standing, plus 5 years of experience in Purchase & Stores, Accounts, or Establishment in a university/government/autonomous body or reputed private firm.', '- Desirable: B.Com/M.Com degree and knowledge of Tally accounting software, PFMS, TDS/GST, audit procedures, and financial statements.', '- Method of Recruitment: Direct Recruitment.', '- Job Description: Responsible for drafting, noting, handling administrative and establishment matters, finance and accounts, and purchase and stores.']

- Screening test/written test/skill test/interview may be conducted.
- Shortlisting will be based on qualifications, experience, and other criteria as decided by the Scrutiny Committee.
- Call letters for the screening test/written test/interview will be sent only to shortlisted candidates via email.

Unreserved (UR)

- Legible/readable copies of all self-attested testimonials, certificates, and supporting documents.
- Latest caste certificate (if applicable, for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- APARs (Annual Performance Appraisal Reports) for the last five years for Scientist-E (Library Science) applicants.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer for candidates on deputation or from government/autonomous bodies/universities.

General/OBC candidates: Rs. 1,000/- (non-refundable and non-transferable).
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women candidates: Exempted from application fee.