Library Assistant

CTEVT
Rs.
Updated December 13, 2025

University

CTEVT

Duration

years

Fee

Rs.

Summary

Three-month CTEVT-affiliated, competency-based training producing entry-level Library Assistants for library organization, management, and information services.

Library Assistant training is a short-term vocational program designed to develop skilled lower- and middle-level para-professionals for libraries and information centers. The curriculum is competency-based and integrates theory with intensive practical tasks covering library establishment, cataloguing, classification, circulation, reference services, and digital library operations.
Training prepares trainees to manage small to medium-sized libraries independently or under minimal supervision, including both manual and automated library systems. Graduates are equipped to support academic, public, institutional, and resource-center libraries with professional efficiency.

Description

Curricular Structure (Table)

Module AreaKey CompetenciesFocus
Library PlanningLibrary establishment and operationService setup
Collection DevelopmentSelection, acquisition, accessioningResource management
Library RulesPolicy and rule formulationGovernance
ClassificationSubject classification and class numberingOrganization
CataloguingAuthor, title, subject cataloguingInformation access
Processing & ShelvingEnd processing, labeling, shelvingPhysical arrangement
Catalogue ManagementFiling and maintenance of catalogue cardsRetrieval
CirculationCharging and discharging systemsUser services
Reference ServicesHandling reference queriesInformation support
Clipping & FilesPaper clipping and subject filesInformation preservation
Library AutomationDatabase management, ILS, digitizationDigital systems
Information RetrievalSearch techniques, online databasesResearch support
PreservationPreventive care of library materialsConservation

Features

Salient Features

  • Duration: 3 months (390 hours)
  • Total modules: 13
  • Curriculum type: Competency-based
  • Skill emphasis: Minimum 80% practical competencies
  • Maximum batch size: 30 trainees
  • Medium of instruction: Nepali, English, or both
  • Attendance requirement: 80% theory, 90% practical
  • Certification: “Library Assistant” training certificate upon completion
  • Grading system: Distinction / First / Second / Third Division

Admission Process

Admission Process (Points)

  • Minimum academic qualification: 10+2 or equivalent
  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Physically fit for job requirements
  • Entrance test mandatory
  • Application to authorized training institute
  • Selection based on entrance and eligibility

Job Prospects

Job Prospects

  • School libraries
  • College and university libraries
  • Public libraries
  • Resource and documentation centers
  • Institutional and corporate libraries
  • Digital and automated library units