GSSSB Assistant Librarian Syllabus 2025 – Recruitment, Exam Pattern, Apply Online & Notification

The GSSSB Assistant Librarian Syllabus 2025 has been officially released along with the GSSSB Assistant Librarian Recruitment Notification by the Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB). Candidates who are planning to apply online for the Assistant Librarian (Class-3) post must clearly understand the latest syllabus, exam pattern, eligibility criteria, selection process, and application procedure.

This article provides complete details of GSSSB Assistant Librarian Recruitment 2025, including the syllabus PDF, exam scheme, apply online steps, important dates, salary, and FAQs. If you are searching for “GSSSB Assistant Librarian syllabus 2025 apply online” or “GSSSB Assistant Librarian syllabus notification”, this guide will be extremely helpful.

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Recruitment 2025 – Overview

The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board has invited online applications for 100 Assistant Librarian vacancies under the Directorate of Libraries. The recruitment will be conducted through a single-stage competitive examination (CBRT/OMR).

Key Highlights

Particulars	Details
Recruitment Board	Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
Post Name	Assistant Librarian
Class	Class-3
Total Vacancies	100
Advertisement No.	354/2025-26
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	gsssb.gujarat.gov.in
Exam Type	MCQ Based Competitive Exam
Job Location	Gujarat

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Notification 2025

The GSSSB Assistant Librarian syllabus notification includes important information regarding eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, age limit, application dates, and selection criteria. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying online to avoid mistakes during the application process.

All recruitment-related updates such as exam date, admit card, provisional answer key, and result will be published only on the official GSSSB website.

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Important Dates 2025

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	16 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online	30 December 2025
Last Date to Pay Exam Fee	02 January 2026
Exam Date	To be announced
Admit Card Release	Before exam

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science from a recognized university
• Basic knowledge of computer applications
• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi language

Age Limit (as on 30-12-2025)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 36 Years

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Gujarat government rules.

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Salary 2025

Selected candidates will receive a fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month for the first five years. After successful completion, they will be placed in the 7th Pay Commission Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) as per government norms.

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

1. Single-stage Competitive Examination (CBRT/OMR)
2. Document Verification
3. Final Merit List

There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Exam Pattern 2025

The examination will be conducted in two parts – Part A and Part B, with a total of 210 questions.

Exam Structure

Part A – General Aptitude (60 Marks)

Subject	Marks
Reasoning & Data Interpretation	30
Quantitative Aptitude	30
Total	60

Part B – Subject Knowledge (150 Marks)

Subject	Marks
Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension	30
Library Science & Related Subject	120
Total	150

⏱ Total Time: 3 Hours
❌ Negative Marking: 0.25 marks

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Exam Syllabus 2025 – Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus

The GSSSB Assistant Librarian Examination 2025 will be conducted in two parts – Part A and Part B, carrying a total of 210 marks. The syllabus is designed to test candidates’ general aptitude, constitutional knowledge, language comprehension, current affairs, and professional library science knowledge.

PART – A (60 Marks)

1. Reasoning & Data Interpretation

(30 Questions – 30 Marks)

This section evaluates logical thinking, analytical ability, and interpretation skills.

Topics Covered:

1. Problems on Ages
2. Venn Diagrams
3. Visual Reasoning
4. Blood Relations
5. Arithmetic Reasoning
6. Data Interpretation
   • Bar Charts
   • Line Graphs
   • Pie Charts
   • Tables
7. Data Sufficiency

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2. Quantitative Aptitude

(30 Questions – 30 Marks)

This section tests numerical ability and problem-solving skills.

Topics Covered:

1. Number Systems
2. Simplification
3. Algebra
4. Arithmetic Progression (AP)
5. Geometric Progression (GP)
6. Average
7. Percentage
8. Profit and Loss
9. Ratio and Proportion
10. Partnership
11. Time and Work
12. Time, Speed and Distance
13. Work, Wages and Chain Rule

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PART – B (150 Marks)

1. Constitution of India

(10 Questions – 10 Marks)

This section assesses knowledge of Indian polity and constitutional framework.

Topics Covered:

1. Preamble of the Indian Constitution
2. Fundamental Rights
3. Directive Principles of State Policy
4. Fundamental Duties
5. Powers, Roles and Responsibilities of:
   • President
   • Vice-President
   • Governor
6. Parliamentary System
7. Constitutional Amendments
8. Emergency Provisions in the Indian Constitution
9. Centre–State Relations
10. Judicial System of India
11. Constitutional Bodies

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2. Current Affairs

(10 Questions – 10 Marks)

Topics Covered:

• Current events of State, National and International importance
• Government schemes
• Important appointments
• Awards, sports, science & technology
• Important reports and indices

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3. Comprehension – Gujarati & English

(10 Questions – 10 Marks)

• Gujarati Comprehension: 5 Marks
• English Comprehension: 5 Marks

Topics Covered:

• Reading comprehension passages
• Interpretation and inference-based questions
• Assertion–Reason or Statement-based questions
• Vocabulary and contextual understanding

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4. Technical Qualification (Library Science)

(120 Questions – 120 Marks)

This is the most important and scoring section of the GSSSB Assistant Librarian exam.

Subject-Wise Break-up:

1. Five Laws of Library Science
   (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
2. Book Classification & Cataloguing
   (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
   • DDC
   • Colon Classification
   • AACR-II
3. Library Management and Administration
   (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
4. Dignitaries of Library Science
   (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
   • Indian & International Contributors
5. Public Library System
   (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
   • Activities
   • Structure
   • History
   • Information Systems
6. Libraries of India & World
   (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
7. Current Use of E-Technology in Libraries
   (10 Questions – 10 Marks)
8. Library Digitization & Automation
   (10 Questions – 10 Marks)
   • E-Books
   • Barcode
   • RFID
   • Digital Libraries
9. Digital Protection
   (10 Questions – 10 Marks)
   • Copyright
   • DRM
   • Cyber Security
10. Information Resources and Services
    (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
11. Current Trends & Recent Developments in Library and Information Science
    (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
12. Library Acts
    (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
    • Library Acts in Indian States
    • Book Printing and Registration Act
13. Information Sharing in Modern Libraries
    (08 Questions – 08 Marks)
14. Library Automation Software
    (10 Questions – 10 Marks)
    • SOUL
    • Koha
    • DSpace
    • NewGenLib

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Syllabus PDF Download

Candidates can download the official GSSSB Assistant Librarian syllabus PDF from the GSSSB website. Studying according to the official syllabus is crucial for scoring high marks in the exam.

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Apply Online 2025 – Step-by-Step Guide

Candidates must apply online through the OJAS portal.

Steps to Apply Online

1. Visit ojas.gujarat.gov.in
2. Click on Online Application
3. Select GSSSB
4. Choose Assistant Librarian Advertisement
5. Fill Personal & Educational Details
6. Upload Photo & Signature
7. Pay Application Fee
8. Confirm Application
9. Take Printout for future reference

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GSSSB Assistant Librarian Application Fee

Category	Fee
General Category	₹500
Reserved / Female / PwD	₹400

💡 Exam fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the examination.

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Preparation Tips for GSSSB Assistant Librarian Exam

• Study strictly according to latest syllabus
• Focus more on Library Science core topics
• Practice MCQs regularly
• Revise current affairs daily
• Attempt mock tests to improve speed & accuracy

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Why GSSSB Assistant Librarian Recruitment is Important?

• Government Job with job security
• Attractive salary and promotion opportunities
• Library & academic environment
• State-level prestigious recruitment

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FAQs – GSSSB Assistant Librarian Syllabus 2025