Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Library Science) – ISTRAC

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 2
Employment Type
Employment Type: Internship
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹12,300 per month
Qualification
Qualification: Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc) from a recognized University.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Freshers eligible — must have passed MLISc in 2024, 2025, or 2026.
Application Mode
Application Mode: Online
Deadline
Deadline:

ISTRAC invites applications for the Graduate Apprentice Trainee (Library Science) position, offering 2 vacancies for qualified library professionals. This one-year training program provides a stipend of ₹12,300 per month and requires a Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc) degree. The role involves managing technical documentation and information resources at ISTRAC centers in Bengaluru and Lucknow. It is a unique chance for MLISc graduates from the 2024-2026 batches to gain experience in a high-tech scientific library environment.

  • Candidates must possess a Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc) degree.
  • One vacancy is available in Bengaluru and one in Lucknow for this specific role.
  • The interview for the Bengaluru position is scheduled between 09-11 September 2026.
  • Applicants must mention Post Code GA07 in the subject line of their email application.
  • Only Indian nationals who have completed their degree as regular candidates are eligible.
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Additional Salary Information

Monthly stipend of ₹12,300/-.

Important Dates

Notification Date 22 June 2026
Application Deadline 31 July 2026
Interview Date (Lucknow) 27-28 August 2026
Interview Date (Sri Vijaya Puram) 03-04 September 2026
Interview Date (Bengaluru) 09-11 September 2026

Selection Process

Screening of applications based on academic scores Interview Document Verification

Application Fees

No Application Fee

Reservation

Total: 2 (Bengaluru: 1, Lucknow: 1)

How to Apply

  • Register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in and obtain an Enrollment Number.
  • Prepare an email with the subject line mentioning the specific 'Post Code'.
  • In the email body, include Name, Contact Number, Qualification Details, Passing Year, and NATS ID.
  • Attach scanned copies of your Final Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate and Class X Marks Card.
  • Send the application to the relevant email ID: apprmt_blr@istrac.gov.in (Bengaluru), apprmt_lko@istrac.gov.in (Lucknow), or apprmt_ixz@istrac.gov.in (Sri Vijaya Puram).
  • Ensure the application is sent before the deadline of 31 July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

The monthly stipend for the Library Science apprentice is ₹12,300.

A Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc) from a recognized university is required.

The training locations are Bengaluru and Lucknow.