CGPSC Assistant Librarian Admit Card 2026 Out — Latest Update
CGPSC has released the admit card for the Assistant Librarian Examination 2026 (Advt. No. 01/2026/Pariksha) on its candidate portal. Log in with the Email Id and Password you created while applying (“Forgot Password” is available), then download and print it. The exam date, reporting time and centre are printed on the admit card — the Preliminary date in the advertisement was only tentative.
Admit cards are not sent by post. Carry the admit card and one original photo ID (Voter ID, Passport, Driving Licence, PAN Card, Aadhaar or e-Aadhaar) — without both you will not be allowed in. If the photo or signature on your admit card is unclear, follow the instructions printed on it, or you can be stopped from sitting the exam. Mobile phones and communication devices are banned at the centre, and an admit card does not mean your candidature is finally accepted — it can be cancelled at any stage.
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CGPSC Assistant Librarian Recruitment 2026 — 7 Gazetted Class II Posts under CG High Court
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) released Advertisement No. 01/2026/Pariksha dated 21/04/2026 for the Assistant Librarian Examination 2026 — 7 Gazetted Class II vacancies of Assistant Librarian (सहायक ग्रंथपाल) under the Hon’ble High Court of Chhattisgarh, on Pay Matrix Level 10 (₹43,200 – ₹1,36,500). Find more Chhattisgarh government job updates on GovtJobsAlert.in.
The online window ran from 24 April 2026 (12:00 noon) to 23 May 2026 (11:59 PM) and is now closed. Library Science graduates and post-graduates aged 21 to 30 (up to 40 for CG locals) were eligible. The advertisement gave only a tentative Preliminary date, so the date printed on your admit card is the one that counts. Below: vacancies, eligibility, selection stages and fees, with the notification PDF in Essential Links on GovtJobsAlert.in.
What are the Key Highlights of CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
A Gazetted Class II librarian post under the CG High Court is a stable state government job for Library Science graduates. With only 7 seats, every mark in the Main Exam and interview counts, so treat the Preliminary as a gate and the Main as the real contest.
- Post Name: Assistant Librarian (सहायक ग्रंथपाल) — High Court of Chhattisgarh
- Total Vacancies: 7 (UR-5, SC-1, OBC-NCL-1)
- Pay Matrix: Level 10 — ₹43,200 – ₹1,36,500
- Age Limit: 21 to 30 years (40 for CG locals) as on 01/01/2026
- Selection: Preliminary → Main Exam → Viva-Voce
- Last Date to Apply: 23 May 2026 (11:59 PM) — closed
- Admit Card: Out — download from the CGPSC candidate portal
How Many Vacancies are in CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026? (Vacancy Breakdown)
All 7 vacancies are for the single post of Assistant Librarian. Most seats are unreserved and no seat is reserved for ST this time. Women and PwBD seats are horizontal — they sit inside the category totals, not on top of them.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 5 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 0 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC-NCL) | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
| Women, CG local (within UR) | 1 (horizontal) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 1 (horizontal) |
| PwBD categories eligible | OA, OL, HH, LV, OH, Acid Attack Victims, Dwarfism, Leprosy Cured, Autism |
Selection is subject to the Supreme Court’s final order in SLP (C) No. 19668/2022, and the number of posts may change if the High Court sends revised vacancies.
What is the Eligibility for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
Educational Qualification
A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science from a recognised university, held by the last date of application (23 May 2026). No experience is required; the degree certificate had to be in hand by that date.
Age Limit and Relaxation (as on 01 January 2026)
| Criterion | Age / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age (General) | 30 years |
| Maximum Age (CG Local Candidates) | 40 years |
| CG SC / ST / OBC-NCL | +5 years |
| Women (CG Local) | +10 years |
| CG State Govt Employees (Permanent / Temporary) | +5 years |
| Maximum Age after all relaxations | 45 years |
| Candidates from outside Chhattisgarh | Treated as UR — no reservation benefit |
Reservation benefits apply only to categories notified by the Chhattisgarh Government. OBC candidates get the benefit only under the non-creamy layer, so keep your caste and income certificates ready for document verification before the interview.
What is the Salary for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
Selected candidates join as Gazetted Class II officers on Pay Matrix Level 10, with Dearness Allowance and other allowances as per Chhattisgarh State Government orders.
₹43,200 is the entry point of Level 10; basic pay moves up the matrix towards ₹1,36,500 over the years. The first three years are on probation.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹43,200 – ₹1,36,500 (Level 10) |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹43,200 |
| Allowances | DA and other allowances as per CG State orders |
| Probation | 3 years |
What is the Selection Process for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
Preliminary marks are for screening only; the final merit list uses Main Exam plus Viva-Voce marks, category-wise.
| Stage | Pattern and Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Preliminary Exam | Objective, 100 questions / 100 marks, 2 hours, Hindi and English. Library Science, English, Hindi, General Mathematics, Computer, Reasoning, General Knowledge and CG General Knowledge. May be held as CBT. Shortlisting at 1:15 of vacancies |
| 2. Main Exam (Written) | 100 marks, 3 hours, Library & Information Science syllabus (Ranganathan’s laws, DDC / UDC / CC, CCC / AACR / MARC, IT and library automation, etc.) |
| 3. Viva-Voce / Interview | 15 marks, shortlisting at 1:3 of vacancies; document verification before the interview. Candidates absent in the Viva-Voce are disqualified |
| Final Merit | Main Exam + Viva-Voce marks (Preliminary marks not counted) |
Prepare with the exam syllabus and preparation strategy page on GovtJobsAlert.in — the Main Exam is heavy on core Library Science.
How to Apply for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026? (Window Closed)
The window closed on 23 May 2026; these steps are kept for reference. Applications were online only.
- Visit the official CGPSC portal (link in the Essential Links section).
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID, then open the Advt. No. 01/2026/Pariksha link.
- Fill the form — personal, educational, category, PwBD, CG-local and women details.
- Pay the fee, portal fee and GST online, and check that Application Status shows “Submitted”.
- Save the application and payment receipt. The last date was 23 May 2026 (11:59 PM).
What are the Important Dates for CGPSC Assistant Librarian Exam 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 21 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 24 April 2026 (12:00 noon) |
| Online Application End | 23 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Free Correction Window | 24 May – 26 May 2026 |
| Paid Correction Window | 27 May – 29 May 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | Printed on the admit card (the advertisement date was tentative) |
| Admit Card | Out — download now |
| Main Examination | To be announced |
Watch Chhattisgarh government job notifications on GovtJobsAlert.in for answer key and result updates.
Candidates who need a scribe must complete the scribe forms at the district or division office 5 days before the exam, after admit cards are issued. Reach the centre early with your admit card and photo ID.
What is the Application Fee for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| CG Local SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD | ₹300 |
| Other Applicants (incl. outside-CG candidates) | ₹400 |
| Paid Correction (after free window) | ₹500 (one-time) |
| Portal Fee + GST | Extra for all applicants, non-refundable |
| Exam Fee Refund | CG locals who appear get the exam fee refunded to their bank account |
| Payment Mode | Online only — no DD / Cheque |
Essential Links — Download CGPSC Assistant Librarian Admit Card 2026
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- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit CGPSC Assistant Librarian Official Website
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- Join Chhattisgarh Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
A Gazetted Class II post under the CG High Court on Pay Matrix Level 10 is a strong start for Library Science graduates, and with just 7 seats the competition will be close. Download your admit card, check the exam date and centre printed on it, carry an original photo ID, and keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in for more state government job notifications.