IISc Bangalore Recruitment 2026: Library & Information Management (LIM) Project Trainee Eligibility, Salary and How to Apply
Do you hold an MLISc degree and want hands-on experience in one of India’s best-known libraries? The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru has invited applications for 7 Library & Information Management (LIM) Project Trainee posts at the J.R.D Tata Memorial Library. The pay is Rs 25,000 per month plus HRA on a 2-year contract. It is a good start for fresh Post Graduate library science candidates.
The last date to apply online is 19 November 2026. Only 2025 or 2026 MLISc pass-outs with First Class (or awaiting results) can apply, and the upper age limit is 26 years. This is a temporary contract job, not a permanent post. Read the full article on GovtJobsAlert.in before you fill the form, because the First Class rule decides who gets shortlisted. Browse more Other Govt Jobs after this.
What are the Key Highlights of IISc Bangalore LIM Project Trainee Recruitment 2026?
IISc is a leading research institute in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Its Human Resources Section has released this advertisement for the library. Trainees will learn by working across library functions and services, with a focus on emerging tools and technologies.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru |
| Advertisement No. | R(HR)Temp-18(LT-JRDTML)/2026 |
| Post | Library & Information Management (LIM) Project Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Pay | Rs 25,000 per month + HRA |
| Engagement | Temporary, contract basis, 2 years |
| Job Location | J.R.D Tata Memorial Library, IISc, Bengaluru |
| Last Date | 19 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies are There in IISc LIM Project Trainee Recruitment 2026?
There is only one post, so one row covers it. The notification gives no ST or PwBD seats.
| Post | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| LIM Project Trainee | UR 3 / OBC 2 / SC 1 / EWS 1 | 7 |
What is the Eligibility for IISc LIM Project Trainee 2026?
You need both qualifications below. The first is a general degree and the second is your library science Master’s.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | In any discipline, with a minimum of second class |
| Master’s degree | MLISc (Master’s in Library and Information Science) or equivalent, passed in 2025 or 2026 with first class |
| Citizenship | Must be a citizen of India |
Final-year MLISc students waiting for results can also apply, if the result is expected before the date of the written test and interview. They must show the final marksheet with First Class at the written test and interview. Candidates who fail to produce proof of First Class will not be shortlisted for the written test.
You must hold the essential qualifications on or before the last date of applying. Qualifications other than those prescribed will not be accepted. Do not worry if your Bachelor’s degree is in Arts, Science or Commerce, because any discipline is fine. The real filter is the MLISc: the pass-out year must be 2025 or 2026, and the class must be First. If you passed MLISc in 2024 or earlier, this post is not meant for you, and it is better to know that before you spend time on the form.
IISc Age Limit 2026
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 26 years as on the last date of receipt of application (19 November 2026) |
| Age relaxation | Relaxation as per Government of India norms, if applicable |
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The notification does not list year-wise relaxation, so carry your category certificate if you plan to claim it. Use the calculator above to check your exact age on 19 November 2026, not on the day you apply, because the age is counted on the last date of receipt of applications.
What is the Salary for IISc LIM Project Trainee 2026?
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Emoluments | Rs 25,000 per month |
| Allowance | HRA (house rent allowance) in addition |
| Extension | Up to 10% increment if the contract is extended |
The 10% increment depends on your performance and the recommendation of the Competent Authority. It is not automatic. Trainees work six days a week on rotational shifts, including holidays. No accommodation is given on the Institute campus. You cannot claim pension, seniority or promotion from this contract job. Think of it as a paid learning period: two years of real work across cataloguing, circulation, reference and research support looks very good on a library science CV, and it can help when you later apply for permanent library posts elsewhere.
What is the Selection Process for IISc LIM Project Trainee 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written test | May be held only to shortlist candidates, depending on how many apply |
| Interview | In-person, or online through Zoom Call or Microsoft Teams; final selection is based on interview performance |
Be ready for any mode of interview, because the Institute will tell you the mode in advance and expects you to be prepared for all of them. Shortlisted candidates get their date and time by e-mail, so check your registered e-mail often. The merit list and waitlist stay valid for one year, so a waitlisted candidate can still get a call later. Since the final selection is based on the interview, revise core library science topics such as classification, cataloguing, reference services and digital resources, and be ready to talk about the tools used in modern libraries. For interview tips, see our preparation strategy page.
How to Apply Online for IISc LIM Project Trainee 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the IISc temporary positions recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Fill in the online application form carefully with correct details |
| 3 | Attach the certificates for age, category, qualification and marks |
| 4 | Submit the form on or before 19 November 2026 |
| 5 | Keep a printout of the submitted form for future reference |
No hardcopy of the online application is accepted. The notification does not mention any application fee, so check the portal before you submit. Apply well in advance, without waiting for the last date. Keep your OBC, SC or EWS certificate ready in the prescribed format, because it is checked at document verification. EWS candidates need an Income & Asset certificate valid for 2026-2027, based on income for the financial year 2025-2026. The notification also notes that a candidate must provide correct information in the online application, so double-check your name, category, marks and e-mail ID before you press submit.
What are the Important Dates for IISc LIM Project Trainee 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement dated | 29 October 2026 |
| Application start date | Not stated in the notification |
| Last date to apply online | 19 November 2026 |
| Written test and interview | Shortlisted candidates informed by e-mail |
Is There an Application Fee for IISc LIM Project Trainee 2026?
The advertisement does not mention any application fee. Please read the online form for the latest position before you submit.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Job
These lines are easy to skip, but each one can end your candidature.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Incomplete criteria | Applying without meeting every criterion makes your candidature liable to be rejected or cancelled |
| False information | False certificates or wrong information make your candidature or contract liable to termination, disqualification or rejection at any stage; if your documents are found not genuine during service, your services shall be terminated and disciplinary or criminal proceedings will be initiated |
| Category change | A request to move from Unreserved to a reserved category, or between reserved categories, will not be entertained |
| Certificates | SC, OBC or EWS claims without the proper certificate in the prescribed format will not be entertained |
| Shortlisting | Having the minimum qualification does not entitle you to a written test or interview; the Institute may limit the candidates called, and no correspondence is entertained with those not shortlisted |
| Notice | The contract can be ended by either side with one month’s notice |
| Medical fitness | The engagement is subject to medical fitness |
| Travel | No TA/DA is paid for the written test and interview |
| Institute’s right | The Institute can reject any application or cancel the recruitment at any stage without giving reasons |
| Prior service | Earlier IISc service through HR Department appointments counts within the 2-year maximum |
Essential Links for IISc LIM Project Trainee Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF for IISc LIM Project Trainee Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online on the IISc Temporary Positions Recruitment Portal
- Visit IISc Bangalore Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have an MLISc with First Class and are 26 or below, this is a rare chance to work inside the J.R.D Tata Memorial Library. Do not wait for the last day; apply by 19 November 2026. Keep your marksheets, final MLISc result proof and category certificate ready, and keep checking your e-mail after you apply, because call letters go only to shortlisted candidates and no reply is sent to others. For more openings in the state, see Karnataka government jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.