Assistant Professor in Library & Information Science – Vinoba Bhave University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor in Library & Information Science – Vinoba Bhave University

• Institution: Vinoba Bhave University (VBU)

• Department: Library & Information Science

• Programme: Self-Finance Vocational Courses

• Position: Assistant Professor

• Memo Number: VBU/R/2162/2026

• Number of Vacancies: 3

• Appointment Type: Purely Contractual and Temporary

• Initial Duration: 11 Months

• Location: Hazaribag, Jharkhand, India

• Monthly Salary: INR 57,700 consolidated

• Application Mode: Online

• Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

Overview of the Opportunity

Vinoba Bhave University, Hazaribag, invites online applications for three Assistant Professor positions in Library & Information Science under its self-finance vocational courses.

The appointments are purely contractual and temporary in nature for an initial period of 11 months.

Reappointment or renewal may be considered based on satisfactory performance.

Vacancy Details

The category-wise distribution is:

• UR: 2 Posts

• ST: 1 Post

Total Vacancies: 3

Eligibility

Candidates must meet the qualifications prescribed under the applicable UGC Regulations, as adopted by the Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Jharkhand, including amendments in force up to the date of advertisement.

All academic qualifications must have been obtained from recognised universities or institutions in India or abroad approved by the UGC.

The notification does not separately specify additional minimum experience requirements beyond the applicable UGC/DHTE eligibility norms.

Salary

The position carries a consolidated remuneration of:

INR 57,700 per month

The appointment is contractual and does not carry the status of a regular faculty appointment.

Application Fee

The non-refundable application fee is:

• UR / OBC: INR 600

• ST / SC / DA (Divyang / PwD): INR 500

Selection Process

Selection will be made on a contractual basis in accordance with:

• UGC Regulations

• DHTE, Government of Jharkhand norms

• Vinoba Bhave University recruitment procedures

Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview through the University website and by email.

No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the selection process.

Reservation

Reservation benefits will be available as per applicable rules.

The notification specifies that reservation benefits are restricted to bonafide permanent residents of Jharkhand.

Candidates claiming reservation must provide the appropriate supporting certificates.

Application Checklist

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

1. Educational Certificates and Mark Sheets

   • From Matriculation onwards

2. NET / JET / JRF / Ph.D. Certificate, where applicable

3. Experience Certificate, if applicable

4. Caste Certificate, if applicable

5. Residential Certificate, if applicable

6. EWS Certificate, if applicable

7. Recent Passport-Size Photograph

8. Signature

9. Other Relevant Supporting Documents

Two self-attested copies of the required documents must be produced during document verification in the prescribed order.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: October 6, 2026

• Online Application Portal Opens: October 8, 2026

• Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only.

Candidates should:

• Visit the official application portal.

• Create and complete their profile.

• Enter academic qualifications, work experience, publications, and other relevant information.

• Apply for the Assistant Professor post in Library & Information Science.

• Upload the required photograph and signature.

• Pay the applicable application fee.

• Submit the application before the deadline.

Online Application Portal:
http://www.advertisement.vbulis.in

University Website:
http://www.vbu.ac.in

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