Librarian Vacancy 2026 – University of Jaffna
The University of Jaffna has invited applications from qualified candidates for the Post of Librarian.
Applicants must possess the specified academic qualifications, publications and extensive experience in librarianship or Library and Information Sciences research. Applications must reach the Vice-Chancellor by registered post on or before 10 October 2026.
⚡ Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: University of Jaffna
💼 Post: Librarian
💰 Salary Code: U-AC 5 (II)
💵 Salary Scale: Rs. 198,280–261,330 per month
🎓 Higher Qualification: Master’s or Doctoral Degree
💼 Experience: 10 or 15 years, according to the applicable qualification route
🧾 Application Fee: Rs. 2,000
📮 Application Method: Registered Post
🔴 Closing Date: 10 October 2026
Required Academic Qualifications
Applicants must initially satisfy one of the following degree requirements:
Option 1
A First Class or Second Class Upper Division in a Special Degree.
Option 2
One of the following:
- Second Class Lower Division in a Special Degree; or
- First Class or Second Class Upper Division in a General Degree.
Option 3
A pass in a degree examination together with a postgraduate degree of at least two academic years in Library and Information Sciences, including a research component through a thesis or dissertation.
Additional Higher Qualification
In addition to the applicable degree requirement, applicants must possess:
- A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science obtained after at least two academic years of full-time study, or an equivalent part-time programme, with a thesis or dissertation research component; or
- A Doctoral Degree.
The notice states that no credit will be given under this requirement for a postgraduate degree already recognized under the third initial qualification route for appointment as Assistant Librarian.
Publications
Applicants must possess publications in the field of Library and Information Sciences.
Experience
Applicants must possess either:
- At least 15 years of experience after obtaining the first degree; or
- At least 10 years of experience after obtaining the specified Master’s or Doctoral qualification.
This experience must be in one or both of the following:
- Librarianship in a recognized library.
- Research in Library and Information Sciences.
Applicants must also obtain the minimum marks specified in the marking scheme for the Post of Librarian.
Salary and Allowances
Salary Scale
U-AC 5 (II): Rs. 198,280 – 13 × Rs. 4,850 – Rs. 261,330 per month
Additional Allowances
- Academic Allowance: 124% of basic salary + Rs. 13,300
- Research Allowance: 21%, payable based on research activity
- Cost-of-Living Allowance: Rs. 17,800 per month
Statutory Benefits
The selected candidate will be entitled to:
- Sabbatical leave
- Membership in the Universities Provident Fund and Pension Scheme
- Gratuity payments
- Employees’ Trust Fund benefits
- Free medical services
Documents Required
The application must be accompanied by:
- Completed prescribed application form
- Curriculum Vitae
- Covering letter applying for the post
- Certified copies of relevant certificates and documents
- Paid bank slip for the application fee
- Career self-assessment
- Three copies of publications, research papers and other relevant documents
- Titles of five outstanding research papers or publications
Self-Assessment Areas
The career self-assessment should describe the applicant’s contribution to:
- Librarianship and academic development
- Research and creative work
- Dissemination of knowledge
- University and national development
Application Fee
Applicants must deposit:
🧾 Rs. 2,000
- Bank: People’s Bank
- Account Number: 970000090000387
- Account Holder: Bursar, University of Jaffna
The original paid bank slip must accompany the downloaded application form.
How to Apply
Completed applications and supporting documents must be sent by Registered Post to:
Vice-Chancellor
University of Jaffna
P.O. Box 57
Thirunelvely
Jaffna
Write the relevant post clearly on the top-left corner of the envelope.
Applicants employed in the university system, government departments, corporations or statutory boards must channel their applications through the respective Head of Institution. An advance copy may be submitted initially.
Selection Process
Recruitment will be conducted through:
- Evaluation of the applicant’s self-assessment; and
- Interview.
The University reserves the right to shortlist applicants.
Rejection Conditions
The following applications will be rejected:
- Late applications
- Illegible applications
- Incomplete applications
- Applications without supporting documents
- Applications without the paid bank slip
Closing Date
🔴 10 October 2026
Official Sources
Source Note:This information has been prepared with reference to the official advertisement and relevant institutional sources. Applicants are advised to verify all details from the official source before applying.
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