CGPSC Assistant Librarian Recruitment 2026 — 7 Gazetted Class II Posts under CG High Court
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released Advertisement No. 01/2026/Pariksha dated 21/04/2026 for the Assistant Librarian Examination 2026. The notification is for 7 Gazetted Class II vacancies of Assistant Librarian (सहायक ग्रंथपाल) under the Hon’ble High Court of Chhattisgarh. Appointment is on the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 (basic pay ₹43,200 – ₹1,36,500) with Chhattisgarh State Government allowances and pensionable service benefits. Check more Chhattisgarh government job updates on GovtJobsAlert.in to stay ahead.
Applications are accepted only online through the CGPSC portal at psc.cg.gov.in. The application window opens on 24 April 2026 at 12:00 noon and closes on 23 May 2026 at 11:59 PM. The tentative Preliminary Examination date is 26 July 2026. Candidates with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Library Science, aged between 21 and 30 years (up to 40 for CG locals), are eligible. This article covers the entire notification — vacancy split, eligibility, three-stage selection process, fees, correction windows and the complete online application guide. Read to the end, then download the official notification PDF from the Essential Links section on GovtJobsAlert.in below.
Key Highlights — CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026
A CGPSC-recruited Gazetted Class II librarian posting under the CG High Court is a respected, stable, pensionable state government job — very attractive for Library Science graduates seeking a long-term career in judicial administration.
- 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 years for CG locals) as on 01/01/2026
- Selection: Preliminary → Main Exam → Viva-Voce
- Last Date to Apply: 23 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
Vacancy Breakdown — CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026
All 7 vacancies are for the single post of Assistant Librarian under the Hon’ble High Court of Chhattisgarh. The break-up is category-wise as notified by CGPSC in Advertisement No. 01/2026/Pariksha.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 5 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 0 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC-NCL) | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
Horizontal reservation includes 1 seat for Women (under CG local UR) and 1 seat for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD). PwBD-eligible categories are OA, OL, HH, LV, OH, Acid Attack Victims, Dwarfism, Leprosy Cured and Autism. Final number of vacancies is subject to the Hon’ble Supreme Court’s order in SLP (C) No. 19668/2022 and may change based on CG High Court demand.
Eligibility Criteria — CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science from a recognised university.
- Qualification must be completed on or before the last date of application.
- No post-qualification experience required — freshers are eligible.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age (General): 30 years
- Maximum Age (CG Local Candidates): 40 years
- Maximum Age (after all relaxations): 45 years
Age Relaxation (CG-notified Categories)
- CG SC / ST / OBC-NCL — 5 years
- Women (CG Local) — 10 years
- CG State Government Employees (Permanent / Temporary) — 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen — as per CG rules, within 45-year absolute cap
- Candidates from states outside Chhattisgarh are treated as UR — no reservation benefit
What is the Salary for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
Selected candidates join as Gazetted Class II officers on the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 with basic pay ₹43,200 – ₹1,36,500, plus all admissible Chhattisgarh State Government allowances.
- Basic Pay (Starting): ₹43,200
- Max Basic after progression: ₹1,36,500
- Dearness Allowance (DA): Per applicable CG State rate
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): Per place of posting class
- Other Allowances: Medical Allowance, Transport Allowance, Leave Travel Concession, CCA (if applicable)
In-hand at joining: approximately ₹65,000 – ₹72,000 per month (Basic + DA + HRA), before deductions, for a candidate posted at Bilaspur / Raipur.
Appointment is on 3 years of probation. Gazetted Class II status brings additional perks — CG State pension scheme, Group Insurance, earned leave, LTC and subsidised medical treatment. Regular promotional scope through internal High Court / CGPSC service rules to senior librarian posts.
What is the Selection Process for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
CGPSC follows a classic three-stage PSC selection process for this post. Preliminary marks are for screening only and are not added to the final merit list.
- Preliminary Examination — Objective (MCQ), 100 questions × 100 marks, 2 hours, bilingual (Hindi + English). Subjects include Library Science, English, Hindi, General Mathematics, Computer, Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Knowledge relating to Chhattisgarh. CGPSC may conduct this as CBT depending on candidate count. Top 1:15 ratio of vacancies called for Main Exam.
- Main Examination (Written) — 3 hours, 100 marks, descriptive, based on Library & Information Science syllabus across 11 units (Ranganathan’s 5 Laws, Classification — DDC/UDC/CC, Cataloguing — CCC/AACR-II/MARC, IT & automation, etc.).
- Viva-Voce / Interview — 15 maximum marks. 1:3 ratio shortlisted from Main Exam qualifiers. Candidates absent in Viva-Voce are disqualified.
- Final Merit — Based on Main Exam (Written) + Viva-Voce marks. Preliminary marks are NOT included in final merit.
- Document Verification — For provisionally selected candidates.
Start early preparation using the exam syllabus and preparation strategy page on GovtJobsAlert.in — Library Science core is heavily covered in the Main Exam.
How to Apply Online for CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026?
Applications are strictly online through the CGPSC portal. Manual and postal applications are NOT accepted by CGPSC for this recruitment.
- Visit the official CGPSC portal (link provided below)
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID; save your credentials.
- Open the Assistant Librarian Examination 2026 (Advt. No. 01/2026/Pariksha) link.
- Fill the online application form carefully — personal, educational, category, PwBD, CG-local and women details.
- Pay the application fee + portal fee + GST online via Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI.
- Ensure Application Status shows “Submitted” after payment before closing the browser.
- Save a copy of the completed application and payment receipt.
- Submit before 23 May 2026 (11:59 PM). Use the Free Correction Window (24–26 May) if corrections are needed.
Important Dates — CGPSC Assistant Librarian 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 (Tentative) | 26 July 2026 |
| Main Examination | To be announced |
Candidates should also watch Chhattisgarh government job notifications on GovtJobsAlert.in for admit card, answer key and result updates.
Application Fees — 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 and GST are additional and applicable to all applicants. Fee refund: CG Local candidates who appear in Preliminary / Main / Viva-Voce get the exam fee refunded to the bank account entered during online application (portal fee, GST and service charges remain non-refundable). Payment mode is strictly online — no DD / Cheque accepted.
Essential Links — CGPSC Assistant Librarian 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online via CGPSC Portal
- Visit CGPSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
A Gazetted Class II Assistant Librarian appointment under the CG High Court with Pay Matrix Level 10 and a pensionable 3-year probation is an excellent career start for Library Science graduates. Apply before 23 May 2026 and keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in for more state government job notifications.