ICTS

The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), a premier research center (an Autonomous, Grant-in-Aid Institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India and a Deemed University) is looking for highly motivated and self-driven individuals for the below post at its Bengaluru Campus. The required qualification and experience is given below:

 

Sr. No.	Position	No. of post(s)	Upper age limit  (as on 01 July 2025)	Consolidated Monthly Emoluments	Walk-in Date
1	Library Trainee	01	28	22000	01/08/2025	Selected Candidate

 

1. Library Trainee

Essential Qualification:

• Graduate from recognised University/Institute (Science Preferable) and B. Lib. from a recognised University/Institute.

Freshers with relevant skills are preferred.

Nature of Training: The selected candidate will gain practical exposure to the daily operations and workflows of a scientific library. Training will include (but not be limited to) the following key areas:

Acquisition and technical processing of print and online resources.

Use of the Koha library management system.

RFID-based library services.

Library of Congress Classification (LCC) system.

Searching academic databases like Web of Science, MathSciNet, Inspire HEP, OpenAlex, etc.

After the training, the candidate will work closely with the Librarian, assisting with regular tasks and taking part in new projects and initiatives.

 

General Instructions:

1. The above post is tenable at ICTS, Bangalore.

2. Appointment for the above post will be initially for 06 (six) months, which may be extended up to 01 (One) year depending upon the individual’s performance and the requirements of the Centre. The tenure, however, could be extended for another year if felt necessary after review and the requirements of the center. 

3. This trainee scheme is purely a facility for on-job training provided to individuals. Selected candidate(s) will be required to join immediately. Trainees would not have any claim for any permanent or temporary appointment in the institute either during or after the training period. 

4. Prescribed age and experience should not exceed as on 01 July 2025 for the above post. No age relaxations would be applicable for trainee posts. 

5. Interested candidates should report for the selection process on Friday, 01 August 2025 along with their CV and the following original documents for verification with a photocopy.

1. Identity Proof (Adhar Card/Election Card/PAN Card/Passport/Driving License).

2. Resume/CV

3. Date of birth/ Proof of age.

4. Educational Qualification (all mark sheets and certificates).
   The qualifications prescribed should have been obtained from recognized Universities/Institutions/Boards. In case Universities/Board award letter grades/CGPA/OGPA, the same will have to be indicated as an equivalent percentage of marks as per the norms adopted by the University/Board. In the absence of the same, the candidature will not be considered. 

5. Experience certificates (if any).

            Reporting time: 10:00 am         

Location: ICTS campus, Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru (please report at the main security gate on arrival). 

6. No reservation would be applicable as this is purely a training scheme.

7. Leave: Entitlement of leave will be as per the Institute leave rules for Trainees.

8. The training period could be truncated for any reason with a notice of one month on either side.

9. The selection process will consist of a skill test (computer-based) and a written test. The qualifying marks (cut-off marks) should be 60% or more in the written test. Skill test will be of a qualifying nature i.e. Qualified/Not Qualified. The cut-off mark for the skill test is 60%. A merit list of candidates will be prepared based on marks in the written test.

10. Working hours for trainees shall be similar to the regular employees but they would have to work on Saturdays and holidays, as per the requirement of the department/section. They will not be eligible for any OT allowances.

11. Before applying for the post, the candidates should ensure that they fulfill the eligibility and other criteria. Recruitment authorities would be free to reject applications not fulfilling the requisite criteria at any stage of recruitment, and if erroneously appointed, such candidates shall be liable to be terminated from service if appointed. 

12. The Center reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates for the recruitment process to a reasonable limit on the basis of qualifications and experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement. Mere fulfilling the essential and desirable qualifications and experience will not entitle an applicant to be called for the recruitment process. More vacancies may also be filled through this advertisement. The center reserves the right not to fill any/some posts herein advertised. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence political or otherwise will be treated as a disqualification for the post. 

13. Any addendum regarding this advertisement will be published on the website.