This position is ideal for individuals with a strong aspiration to peruse career in library and knowledge management keen to contribute in the field of higher education. It provides an opportunity to gain practical experience through close engagement with library activities, our faculty, and students at the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur, an Institute of National Importance. We invite invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Library Trainee on contract basis.
Qualification and Experience:
- The Applicant should have a First-class Post Graduation degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized university.
- Candidate with a good academic record and a willingness to learn.
- Experience of working in Higher Education Institutions/ Premier B-Schools/ Research is desirable.
Job Profile:
The duties and responsibilities of the appointee shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
- The Selected candidate will need to work shift duties 6 days a week, including Sundays & public holidays, as per the needs of the Institute.
- To conduct circulation, shelving, and reference service duties regularly.
- To catalogue and classify the library books using standard rules (MARC21, DDC etc.).
- To assist users in locating library books and other information sources.
- Library trainee will assist the Assistant Library & Information Officer in day-to-day library operations.
- To attend any other duties the reporting authorities, assign from time to time.
Age: Not exceeding 27 Years.
Stipend & Benefits:
In the range of ₹25,000/- ₹35,000/- per month depending on the qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview.
Contract:
- Selected candidate will be offered a fixed term appointment for a period of one year on a consolidated monthly stipend mode. The contract may be extended further based on the performance and the institute’s requirements, but the total tenure of the library trainee in the institute will not exceed 2 years.
- A certificate of experience will be issued to those who complete at least six months of the traineeship.
- Interested candidates meeting all the job requirements are advised to APPLY ONLINE ONLY on the IIM Nagpur website latest by 17th November 2026 up to 5 PM.