A Master ‘s Degree in Library and Information Science with at least 55% marks and qualification in the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or a similar test like SLET/SET in Library Science and Information Science.

Desirable: Ph. D. in Library and Information Science

Key Responsibilities

- Overall Library management: Oversee the management of library operations, such as budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation.

- Collection Development Technical Services - which includes various procedures involved in acquisition of different materials, classification and processing, cataloguing and creating metadata

- Information Access Services - that include circulation, reference services, access to digital resources, assisting with research-related tasks and library website-related activities

- Record Maintenance - Completing administrative work such as filing paperwork and updating library records, Conduct regular checks and updates on inventory and database information

Additionally, the librarian is also responsible for having a broader vision for overall development of the library which includes:

Develop and implement a strategic vision for library services, aligning with the institution's requirements.

Lead and inspire a team of library professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Evaluate and enhance library collections, ensuring they are diverse, inclusive, and reflective of current trends and university’s interest.

Utilize data-driven approaches to assess library performance and user satisfaction,



implementing changes based on findings.

Skills Required

- ICT skills - Knowledge of library management software especially KOHA and proficiency in using computer applications such as Word, Excel along with AI tools.

Our University

A Global Institution For The Best Education Somaiya Vidyavihar University has established itself as a leading educational institution across the globe. It is proudly the first private university in Mumbai. Keeping up with our education standard and constantly evolving, we have opened up an array of options for the students to choose from. We’ve introduced a never-done-before academic flexibility with a wide choice of multidisciplinary activities. Apart from this, the University has introduced an exclusive Students Exchange Program, Team-oriented and Inclusive Learning and various Academic Programmes. The leaders of Somaiya Vidyavihar University have designed every aspect of the University keeping the international educational demand in mind. It is global in the reach of its ideas and universal in its service.We’ve introduced a never-done-before academic flexibility with a wide choice of multidisciplinary activities. Apart from this,



the University has introduced an exclusive Students Exchange Program, Collaborative and Inclusive Learning and various Academic Programmes. The leaders of Somaiya Vidyavihar University have designed every aspect of the University keeping the international educational demand in mind. It is global in the reach of its ideas and universal in its service.

Our Mission

To nurture excellence and provide freedom of possibilities in education and research for fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, leadership, responsible citizenship, service and all round growth.

Our Vision

Our motto is: ज्ञानादेव तु कैवल्यम् । Knowledge alone liberates. Liberates from poverty, from hunger. Also to liberate one from the attachments that bind us to small-mindedness. Knowledge also provides opportunity. To make the life lived more meaningful. In the service of one’s family, one’s community, one’s समाज, country, and indeed the world. Bearing in mind that there is no religion other than the life lived in the service of humanity न मानुषात् परो धर्म:। We will strive to provide access and opportunity to build a more inclusive society.

Job Information

- Department

Administration
- Salary

INR 56000.00 - 58000.00 Per Month
- Location

Mumbai
- Job type

Full Time - Regular
- Skills

Library Automation Software, Library Catalog, Record Keeping & Documentation
- Experience

3.00 - 5.00 years
- Notice Period

0 - 30 days

📌 Assistant Librarian - SSBAS/0065/2026 (Mumbai)
🏢 Somaiya Vidyavihar University
📍 Mumbai