Library Information Superintendent

Essential Qualification & Experience

Applicants with following set of essential qualification(s) and mandatory experience can apply for vacancy(ies) through IIT Bombay website only (IIT Bombay main webpage --> Career --> Apply --> Staff --> New Job Vacancies Page --> Fresh applicants/ Registered applicants):

Applicants with following set of essential qualification(s) and mandatory experience can apply for three vacancies of Library Information Superintendent post:

B.Lib. or B.Lib. Info. Sc. or Equivalent degree with relevant experience of four years after the qualifying degree. For applicants with Master's degree in Library/ Information Science or equivalent, the normal duration of Master's programme Would be counted towards experience

Selection Procedure Applicants will be required to pass a test of proficiency in the relevant discipline and computer applications to quality for the selection through written test.

The date of closing of online application interface is 04.09.2026

Job Description / Responsibilities

Library Information superintendent is responsible for supporting the efficient management and delivery of library resources, services, and day-to-day operations to ensure seamless access to information for students, faculty, researchers, and other library users. The incumbent assists in collection development, including the acquisition, accessioning, maintenance, stock verification, and weeding of print and electronic resources; classifies, catalogues, and processes knowledge resources using established standards while maintaining accurate bibliographic records; manages circulation services such as check-in, check-out, renewal, reservation, and recall of library materials; provides reference and information services by responding to user queries and facilitating access to print and digital resources; coordinates document delivery and Inter-Library Loan (ILL) services; supports the subscription, activation, access management, and troubleshooting of electronic resources, including e-journals, e-books, and databases; supervises library operations during assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; conducts user orientation and information literacy programmes; maintains library records, statistics, and reports; assists in library automation, digital library initiatives, and other technology-enabled services; and performs any other duties assigned by the Head or other competent authority from time to time. The position requires sound knowledge of library classification and cataloguing practices, Integrated Library Management Systems (ILMS), electronic resource management, strong communication, organizational, supervisory, user service, and information technology skills.

Compensation range

Pay Level 6 (35400-112400)

(Gross Pay includes Basic Pay + Dearness allowance + House Rent Allowance + Transport Allowance + Dearness allowance on Transport allowance)

Age limit: 32 years (as on the application closing date)

Library Information Superintendent

(Job Ref. No. :50901905)

No. of Position(s) :3 (2 UR, 1 OBC-NCL)