Gujarat High Court Librarian Recruitment 2026: 30 Librarian and Librarian cum Research Assistant Posts
The High Court of Gujarat has issued Advertisement No. RC/B/1458/2026 (Librarian) for direct recruitment to 29 Librarian (Group-C) posts in the District Judiciary and 1 Librarian cum Research Assistant (Group-C) post in the Industrial Courts and Labour Courts, in the pay matrix of ₹25,500–81,100. Apply online on HC-OJAS from 01/10/2026 to 20/10/2026 (23:59).
Official Notification PDF: Gujarat HC Advt RC/B/1458/2026 (PDF)
30 Group-C Librarian Posts – Apply Online by 20 October 2026
Short Summary: B.Lib.I.Sc + computer certificate + 2 years' library experience. Age 21–37 years (maximum 45 with relaxation). Fee ₹1,500 (reserved/PwBD/ex-servicemen ₹750). Written MCQ exam (100 marks, tentatively 29/11/2026) and viva-voce (40 marks). All 30 posts are unreserved.
Important Dates – Gujarat HC Librarian 2026 | |
| Advertisement: | RC/B/1458/2026 (Librarian) |
| Online application starts: | 01/10/2026 (12:00 hrs) |
| Last date to apply: | 20/10/2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Main written exam (MCQ): | 29/11/2026 (Sunday) – tentative |
| Viva-voce: | December 2026 / January 2027 – tentative |
| Call letter: | On HC-OJAS one week before the exam |
Application Fee | |
| General: | ₹1,500 + bank charges |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD: | ₹750 + bank charges |
| Payment: | SBI e-Pay via the 'Print Application/Pay Fees' button on HC-OJAS |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
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Important Links | |
| Apply Online: | Apply Online – HC-OJAS Portal |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | Gujarat HC Advt RC/B/1458/2026 (PDF) |
| Official Website: | Gujarat High Court Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
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Vacancy Details
| Post | Establishment | Posts | Women | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librarian (Group-C) | District Judiciary | 29 (all General) | 2 | 2 |
| Librarian cum Research Assistant (Group-C) | Industrial Courts & Labour Courts | 1 (General) | – | – |
| Total | 30 | 2 | 2 |
There are no SC/ST/SEBC/EWS vacancies, so reserved-category candidates apply against unreserved posts (fee concession only). District-wise break-up is in Annexure-A.
Eligibility (as on 20/10/2026)
- Bachelor of Library and Information Science (or equivalent) from a recognised university. A law degree is preferred.
- Certificate of basic computer knowledge as prescribed by the Gujarat Government.
- Sufficient knowledge of English, Gujarati and Hindi.
- 2 years' experience in a well-organised library after the degree.
Age Limit (as on 20 October 2026)
21 to 37 years. Relaxation: women 5 years, PwBD 10 years, ex-servicemen service + 3 years, Gujarat Government employees up to 5 years. The upper limit cannot exceed 45 years with relaxations.
Salary
Pay Matrix ₹25,500–81,100 plus usual allowances, as per rules.
Gujarat HC Librarian In-Hand Salary
₹48,292
₹42,952
₹40,402
| Compensation Component | X Cities (Tier 1) | Y Cities (Tier 2) | Z Cities (Tier 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions) | |||
| +Basic Pay | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 |
| +Dearness Allowance (DA @ 55%) | ₹14,025 | ₹14,025 | ₹14,025 |
| +House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹7,650 (30%) | ₹5,100 (20%) | ₹2,550 (10%) |
| +Transport Allowance (TPT + DA) | ₹5,580 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| Total Gross Monthly Salary | ₹52,755 | ₹47,415 | ₹44,865 |
| Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries) | |||
| -NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA) | ₹3,953 | ₹3,953 | ₹3,953 |
| -CGHS (Medical Benefits) | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| -CGEGIS (Insurance Fund) | ₹60 | ₹60 | ₹60 |
| -Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS) | ₹0 | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Total Monthly Deductions | ₹4,463 | ₹4,463 | ₹4,463 |
| Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home) | ₹48,292 | ₹42,952 | ₹40,402 |
• X Cities (30% HRA): Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad.
• Y Cities (20% HRA): All state capitals and cities with population > 500,000.
• Z Cities (10% HRA): Small towns, districts, and rural postings.
• Dearness Allowance: Active at 55% of Basic Pay.
• NPS: 10% mandatory employee deduction (matched with 14% Government contribution).
• TDS: Estimated under standard slab rates with standard deduction applied.
Selection Process
- Main written exam: 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, negative marking 0.33. Syllabus: Library Science, English & Gujarati, General Studies/Reasoning, basic legal knowledge, computer applications.
- Qualifying marks in the written exam: 50% (PwBD 45%).
- Viva-voce: 40 marks, minimum 40% to enter the merit list.
- Select list and wait-list (up to 10% of vacancies) on aggregate marks. District Judiciary candidates give three district preferences.
How to Apply
- Go to hc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in and choose Advertisement RC/B/1458/2026 (Librarian).
- Fill in the online application and select three district preferences.
- Upload photo and signature, then submit.
- Pay the fee through SBI e-Pay using 'Print Application/Pay Fees' by 20/10/2026.
- Print the application with fee receipt.
Gujarat HC Librarian 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Gujarat HC Librarian 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
