National Library, India Recruitment
Explore careers at the National Library, India's largest library and a repository of invaluable knowledge. Help preserve and provide access to vast collections for researchers and the public.
National Library, India Recruitment
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About National Library, India
The National Library, India , located in Kolkata, stands as the largest library in India by volume and a library of public record. Established in 1836 as the Calcutta Public Library and later merged to form the Imperial Library, it was renamed the National Library of India in 1948 after independence. Under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, its primary mandate is to collect, disseminate, and preserve all printed materials produced in India and abroad concerning India, serving as a comprehensive repository of the nation's literary heritage. The Library's core functions include acquiring Indian publications under the Delivery of Books and Newspapers (Public Libraries) Act, 1954, preserving rare manuscripts and documents, facilitating research for scholars, and providing a vast collection of books and periodicals for public access. It plays a pivotal role in promoting knowledge, culture, and literacy across India. The institution also engages in digitization projects, ensuring that India's rich intellectual legacy is accessible to a wider audience in the digital age. Working at the National Library, India, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation of nat…
Selection Process
Written Examination → Skill Test/Interview → Document Verification
Pay Scale & Salary
Employees at the National Library, India, receive salaries as per the Central Government's pay matrix, including basic pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA). Specific pay levels vary by post, with common posts like Library and Information Assistant starting at Level 6 or 7, offering competitive compensation and benefits.