GNLU Gandhinagar Walk-in Interview 2026: Library Assistant, Library Trainee and Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant Jobs
Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar, has announced a walk-in interview for 6 library posts on a contract basis. There is 1 Library Assistant, 3 Library Trainees and 2 Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant positions. The monthly consolidated pay goes from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000. If you have an MLISc/MLib or a graduation degree plus experience, and you are looking for government jobs in Gujarat, this is a simple and quick chance. There is no long online form here. You just have to reach the university on the right day with your papers.
The interviews will be held on 22 October 2026 and 23 October 2026, with a different date and reporting time for each post. There is no application last date because this is a walk-in, so the interview day itself is your deadline. In this article we explain the eligibility, age limit, pay, interview schedule, documents and every condition that can cost you the job. Read it fully before you travel. For more updates like this, keep following GovtJobsAlert.in.
GNLU Library Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
GNLU is a law university in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Its library runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, all year, and these contract posts are meant to keep that service running. The advertisement number is GNLU/Con.App./LIB-02/2026, dated 06 October 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) |
| Advertisement No. | GNLU/Con.App./LIB-02/2026 |
| Posts | Library Assistant, Library Trainees, Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant |
| Total Positions | 6 |
| Nature of Job | Contractual |
| Pay | ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Dates | 22 and 23 October 2026 |
| Job Location | GNLU, Gandhinagar, Gujarat |
How Many Vacancies are there for GNLU Library Assistant, Library Trainee and Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant 2026?
| Post | Positions |
|---|---|
| Library Assistant (Contractual) | 1 |
| Library Trainees (Contractual) | 3 |
| Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant (Contractual) | 2 |
| Total | 6 |
The advertisement does not give any category-wise split for these positions. Also note that the University says the number of positions may increase or decrease as per its needs, and it keeps the right not to make any appointment at all against this vacancy.
What is the Eligibility for GNLU Library Recruitment 2026? Who Can Apply
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Library Assistant | MLISc or MLib with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale where grading is followed) from a recognised University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University |
| Library Trainees | MLISc or MLib with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale where grading is followed) from a recognised University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University |
| Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant | Any graduation degree from a recognised university, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University |
The two higher posts need a post graduate library science degree. The 55% rule also accepts an equivalent grade, so do not drop out just because your marksheet shows CGPA. The attendant post accepts any graduation degree.
Experience and Knowledge
| Post | Experience / Knowledge Asked |
|---|---|
| Library Assistant | Minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant field; knowledge of library management software and institutional repository records; skill in classification and cataloguing (print and digital) and IT tools for library work |
| Library Trainees | Knowledge of library management software and maintenance of records in an institutional repository (the advertisement lists no experience line for this post) |
| Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant | Minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant field |
Carry proof of this experience. The University asks for experience certificates at the interview, and without them your claim is hard to accept.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Library Assistant | 35 years |
| Library Trainees | 28 years |
| Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant | 45 years |
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The advertisement gives only the maximum age for each post. It does not mention a minimum age, the date on which age will be counted, or any category-wise age relaxation. If you are close to the limit, write to the University before you travel.
What is the Salary for GNLU Library Assistant, Trainee and Attendant Posts 2026?
| Post | Fixed Pay / Stipend per Month |
|---|---|
| Library Assistant | ₹25,000 (consolidated) |
| Library Trainees | ₹18,000 (consolidated) |
| Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant | ₹15,000 (consolidated) |
This is a fixed consolidated amount, not a pay level with allowances. So what you see is broadly what the contract offers each month.
Work conditions: the library is open round the clock, so selected candidates must work on a rotational shift, including weekends, University holidays and overnight shifts. You get one weekly off on rotation and one day of Casual Leave for each completed month of duty.
Think about the night shifts honestly before you go. If you cannot do them, this job will be hard for you.
With an MLISc or MLib and age 28 or below, compare the two higher posts calmly. The Library Assistant post pays ₹7,000 more each month but asks for one year of experience, while the advertisement lists no experience line for Library Trainees. The trainee age limit of 28 is also much tighter. Pick the post your papers and your age fully support.
What is the Selection Process for GNLU Library Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Personal Interview | All posts will be filled through a personal interview. Selection is based on the score of the personal interview. |
Bring your original documents to the interview. The University may also check your background and the documents you give at the time of appointment or at any time during your service. Selected candidates must join at the earliest, on the date the University fixes.
Since the interview score alone decides selection, prepare for it properly. Revise the basics of cataloguing, classification and the library software you have used, and be ready to explain your past library work in simple words.
How to Apply for GNLU Library Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview?
There is no online form for this recruitment. You apply by reaching the University in person on the interview day for your post.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the official advertisement (link in Essential Links below) and check your eligibility for the post you want |
| 2 | Print four copies of your latest resume and paste a photograph on each copy |
| 3 | Arrange your original documents and one set of photocopies of academic certificates, experience certificates and other relevant documents |
| 4 | Reach GNLU, Attalika Avenue, Knowledge Corridor, Koba, Gandhinagar (the address given on the advertisement) on the date fixed for your post |
| 5 | Report before the reporting time for your post and hand over your resume and papers by hand at the interview |
Being late is the biggest risk here. No candidate shall be considered after the given reporting time. The advertisement does not say whether one person may appear for more than one post. For this or any other doubt, you can write to hr@gnlu.ac.in well before the interview day.
What are the Important Dates and Walk-in Schedule for GNLU Library Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date and Reporting Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Library Assistant Walk-in | 22 October 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Library Trainees Walk-in | 22 October 2026, 03:00 PM |
| Library Stack Assistant / Library Attendant Walk-in | 23 October 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Application Last Date | Not applicable (walk-in interview) |
Both higher posts are on 22 October, with Library Assistant in the morning and Library Trainees in the afternoon.
Is There Any Application Fee for GNLU Library Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the advertisement |
The advertisement does not mention any application fee or payment mode. It also says that no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, so plan your travel cost yourself.
Which Walk-in Rules Can Cost You the GNLU Library Job?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Reporting time | No candidate shall be considered after the given reporting time |
| Absence | If you fail to attend the walk-in on the prescribed date and time for any reason whatsoever, you shall not be considered for selection thereafter |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification |
| False information | If you give false, fabricated or misleading information or documents, hide material facts or hide adverse antecedents, your candidature can be rejected or your services terminated |
| Joining | The University can refuse to appoint a selected candidate who cannot join on the designated date |
| Contract term | Initially 364 days; may be extended up to a further three years based on annual performance review, Competent Authority recommendation and Executive Council approval |
| No permanent claim | The contract gives no right to renewal, extension or conversion into a permanent appointment |
| Termination | Either side can end the contract with one month’s notice or one month’s salary; the University can end it any time without notice if services are unsatisfactory or Rules are violated |
| Changes | Any corrections to the advertisement will be notified only on the University’s official website |
| Final decision | The University’s decision on any matter about this advertisement is final and binding |
These lines are easy to skip, but they decide who actually gets and keeps the job. You can also browse more government jobs if this one does not suit you.
GNLU Library Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit GNLU Library Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Gujarat Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold an MLISc or MLib with 55%, or a graduation degree with one year of library experience, this GNLU walk-in is worth the trip. Note your date, either 22 October or 23 October 2026, and reach well before the reporting time with four resumes and all original documents. Do not let a late bus cost you this chance. For more Gujarat government job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.