University of Kashmir KU Assistant Librarian Recruitment Advertisement Notice No 03 of 2026.

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University of Kashmir (KU) Srinagar Recruitment 2026: Assistant Librarian Vacancies

The University of Kashmir, Srinagar, a NAAC Accredited Grade “A++” institution, has released an official recruitment notification for the year 2026. This advertisement, identified as Notice No. 03 of 2026, invites online applications from eligible candidates for the position of Assistant Librarian across various categories including Open Merit (OM), SC, ST, RBA, OBC, and EWS.

Prospective candidates looking for a career in higher education and library sciences can apply through the official university portal. The University of Kashmir, located at the Hazratbal campus, is one of the premier educational hubs in Jammu and Kashmir, offering a competitive pay scale under Level 10 of the 7th CPC.

Vacancy Details and Reservation Matrix

S. No	Post ID	Post with Pay Level	No. of Posts	OM	SC	ST-1	ST-2	RBA	OBC	EWS
1.	UR: PGD-AL-12 SC: PGD-AL-13 ST-1: PGD-AL-14 ST-2: PGD-AL-15 RBA: PGD-AL-16 OBC: PGD-AL-17 EWS: PGD-II-11	Assistant Librarian Level 10 (Rs. 57700- 182400)	09	03	01	01	01	01	01	01

Important Dates

Submission of Online Forms/Hard Copy from: 15-01-2026
Last date for Submission of Online Forms: 14-02-2026
Last date for Submission of Hard copy: 20-02-2026

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Library Science, Information Science, or Documentation Science with at least 55% marks. Additionally, a consistently good academic record with knowledge of library computerization is required.

Applicants must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC/CSIR or equivalent SLET/SET. Candidates who hold a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement, provided they meet specific criteria regarding their doctoral research and publication.

Shortlisting Criteria

If the number of applicants is high (exceeding 20 per post), shortlisting for interviews will be based on a score-based system. Points are awarded for Graduation, B.Lib, M.Lib, Ph.D./M.Phil, NET/JRF, Research Publications, and Library Automation courses. For instance, a candidate with both Ph.D. and M.Phil. can score a maximum of 37 marks in that category.

How to Apply

Visit the official website: www.kashmiruniversity.net and navigate to the Jobs/Recruitment section.
Register as a new applicant using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
Login and fill in the personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
Pay the application fee of Rs. 1200/- through online mode. PWD candidates are exempted from this fee.
Submit the online form and take a printout.
Send the hard copy of the application along with self-attested documents to: Office of the Recruitment Section, New Admin Block, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar-190006, J&K via Speed/Registered Post by 20th February 2026.

The University of Kashmir recruitment 2026 for Assistant Librarian is a highly anticipated job notification in Jammu and Kashmir. Following the recent amendments in the J&K reservation rules (S.O. 176 and S.O. 305), the university has categorized Scheduled Tribes into ST-1 and ST-2 to ensure equitable distribution. ST-1 includes traditional tribes like Gujjar, Bakarwal, and Gaddi, while ST-2 includes newly added groups like the Pahari Ethnic Group and Paddari Tribe.

Job seekers frequently search for “Kashmir University recruitment 2026,” “Library Science jobs in Srinagar,” and “KU Assistant Librarian vacancy.” This recruitment offers a lucrative salary under the 7th Pay Commission. Applicants should ensure their Ph.D. degrees are verified with a Minimum Standards Certificate (MSP) from their respective institutions. The university also emphasizes the importance of publishing in UGC-CARE, Scopus, or Web of Science indexed journals to gain academic credit.

For those residing outside Srinagar, the university has multiple satellite campuses, and appointees may be transferred between them. This notification marks a significant opportunity for NET/SET qualified professionals to join one of India’s top-rated universities. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official KU portal for any addendum or corrigendum regarding this advertisement.

University of Kashmir KU Assistant Librarian Recruitment Advertisement Notice No 03 of 2026

University of Kashmir KU Assistant Librarian Recruitment Advertisement Notice No 03 of 2026