IIM Bangalore Librarian Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM Bangalore), an Institute of National Importance under the IIM Act 2017, invites applications for the post of Librarian (Ref: IIMB/HR/RECT/2026/46 dated 30.07.2026).

Job Purpose

The Librarian will provide initiative-taking strategic direction and professional leadership in advancing the Institute's teaching and research mission through a clear vision of the library's role, comprehensive strategic planning, adoption of emerging technologies and sound fiscal management. The role includes leading the review, formulation and implementation of progressive library policies, practices, initiatives and processes; ensuring cost effectiveness; building a strong and effective team; and managing the library's multi-faceted operations strategically, including the Library Annex at IIMB's new campus.

Principal Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Develop effective print and electronic resources, services, facilities, and manage budget and human resources.
• Manage a complex physical and virtual environment to deliver information services and preserve information in all formats.
• Plan and arrange course integrated and stand-alone library instruction sessions for individuals and groups.
• Create career paths for library staff with emphasis on technology, distant access, instruction, data analysis, information support, people skill building, marketing library services and supporting Executive Education.
• Lead the marketing of library's print and electronic resources and provide services to the community.
• Develop personalized and web/app-based services.
• Meet with faculty to plan classes, assignments and activities for course integrated library instruction.
• Build cooperative relationships with on and off-campus constituencies.
• Serve as an Advisor on all aspects relating to Library Operations.

Key Skill and Ability Requirements

• Understanding of challenges and developments in Management libraries; strong interest in a career in academic librarianship.
• MIS generation, technical scenario planning, project management, knowledge management systems, innovation, decision making, people management and multi-tasking.
• Strong commitment to service and capacity to collaborate with diverse communities.
• Experience in managing National and International Libraries/Resources Centers is essential.
• Experience in implementing RFID-enabled technologies, discovery services, full-text finder, CMS, ILS, institutional repository, library analytics, research data management, electronic resources management, scholarly communication services, etc.

Qualification and Personal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Master's degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation with ≥55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• Ph.D. in the above discipline with consistently good academic record.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as Deputy Librarian or as Librarian in a reputed academic and research institute of national importance.
• Age limit: 55 years (or as per the institute's policy).

Compensation

The selected candidate will be offered a fixed appointment for a period of three years, renewable based on performance and institute's need. The compensation will be equivalent to Level 14. Employment terms as per Institute Rules.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may fill in the application using the online link. The closing date for applications was 15th August 2026, extended till 30th August 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be intimated. Mandatory documents include 10th & 12th marksheets, graduation/post-graduation/PhD (if applicable) marksheets and certificates, all experience letters, recent 3 months' payslips/income proof and training certificates (if any).

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