What is Salary of Library Science Professionals in India

The salary of Library Science professionals in India varies based on factors such as job position, experience, employer (government or private sector), and location. Below is an approximate salary range for different levels of posts in Library and Information Science (LIS):

Librarians in KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan), NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti), EMRS (Eklavya Model Residential Schools), and DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board):

1. KVS Librarian Salary (7th Pay Commission)

• Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7)
• Grade Pay: ₹4,600
• Basic Pay: ₹44,900
• Gross Salary (Approx.): ₹65,000 – ₹75,000 per month (including allowances)
• Deductions: NPS, PF, Income Tax, etc.
• Net In-Hand Salary: ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 per month

2. NVS Librarian Salary (7th Pay Commission)

• Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7)
• Grade Pay: ₹4,600
• Basic Pay: ₹44,900
• Gross Salary (Approx.): ₹60,000 – ₹70,000 per month
• Net In-Hand Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹60,000 per month
• Other Benefits: Free accommodation in school, medical facilities, and additional allowances.

3. EMRS Librarian Salary (Eklavya Model Residential Schools)

• Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7)
• Basic Pay: ₹44,900
• Gross Salary: ₹60,000 – ₹70,000 per month
• Net Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹60,000 per month
• Other Benefits: Similar to NVS, EMRS librarians may get residential facilities and extra allowances.

4. DSSSB Librarian Salary (Delhi Government Schools)

• Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7)
• Basic Pay: ₹44,900
• Gross Salary: ₹65,000 – ₹75,000 per month
• Net Salary: ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 per month
• Additional Perks: DA, HRA, Medical, LTC, etc.

5. Entry-Level Positions

Position	Salary (Approx.)	Sector
Library Assistant	₹20,000 – ₹35,000 per month	Government & Private
Junior Librarian	₹25,000 – ₹45,000 per month	Schools, Colleges, Private Institutions
Documentation Assistant	₹25,000 – ₹40,000 per month	Research Institutions, Libraries

6. Mid-Level Positions

Position	Salary (Approx.)	Sector
Assistant Librarian	₹40,000 – ₹70,000 per month	Universities, Colleges, Research Institutes
Librarian (Schools)	₹40,000 – ₹80,000 per month	CBSE, ICSE, IB Schools
Library Officer	₹50,000 – ₹90,000 per month	Government Offices, PSUs, Research Institutions

7. Senior-Level Positions

Position	Salary (Approx.)	Sector
Deputy Librarian	₹75,000 – ₹1,20,000 per month	Universities, Research Libraries
Chief Librarian	₹80,000 – ₹1,50,000 per month	IITs, IIMs, National Libraries
Director of Library Services	₹1,00,000 – ₹2,50,000 per month	Government Institutions, Large Research Organizations

8. Government Sector (UGC Pay Scales)

Position	Pay Scale (7th CPC)	Gross Salary (Approx.)
Assistant Librarian (College/University)	₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 (Level 10)	₹70,000 – ₹1,00,000 per month
Deputy Librarian (University)	₹79,800 – ₹2,11,500 (Level 12)	₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000 per month
Librarian (University)	₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 (Level 14)	₹1,50,000 – ₹2,00,000 per month

9. Special Sectors

• Public Sector Units (PSUs): ₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000 per month
• Research Libraries (e.g., ISRO, DRDO, CSIR, ICAR): ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 per month
• Corporate Libraries (Private Companies, MNCs): ₹40,000 – ₹1,50,000 per month

Conclusion

• Government jobs (universities, research institutions) offer higher pay and job security.
• Private sector salaries vary widely depending on the organization.
• Special institutes like IITs, IIMs, and national research centers offer higher pay scales.
• With UGC NET/JRF and a Ph.D., one can secure higher academic positions in universities.