Career Opportunity at AIIMS: Vacancies for Principal Library and Information Officer and Deputy Chief Security Officer

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, a globally recognized institution for medical education, research, and patient care, has announced openings for two pivotal posts: Principal Library and Information Officer and Deputy Chief Security Officer. These positions are to be filled on a deputation basis under vacancy notice F.No. 3-5/2025-Estt. (RCT) . This presents a significant chance for accomplished officers from various government and autonomous bodies to contribute their expertise to a premier healthcare and academic environment.

The period of deputation for both posts is stipulated not to exceed three years ordinarily. Interested and qualified officers must submit their application in the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I) through the Proper Channel to the Director, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029. The crucial deadline for applications to reach the addressee is on or before November 30, 2025.

Detailed Profile of Vacant Posts

1. Principal Library and Information Officer

This singular vacancy is a senior role, placed at Level-13 in the Pay Matrix. The maximum age limit for applicants is 56 years.

Role and Environment: The Principal Library and Information Officer is a critical administrative role, responsible for overseeing the entire library and information system of AIIMS. This involves managing extensive collections, including a vast array of medical and biological science resources, crucial for the Institute’s research and academic mandates. The officer is expected to drive modern documentation work and manage the library’s supervisory structure.

Eligibility Criteria Summary: The position is open to officers from Central/State/U.T. Governments, Universities, Statutory, Autonomous Bodies, or Research and Development Organizations holding an analogous post on a regular basis, or with:

• 5 years of regular service in a post in the scale of Level-12; OR
• 8 years of regular service in a post in the scale of Level-11 or equivalent.

Essential Qualifications and Experience: Candidates must possess:

• At least a second-class Master’s Degree in Science (preferably in Biological Sciences) from a recognized University or equivalent.
• A Degree or equivalent Diploma in Lib. Science.
• 7 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in a library of standing.

Desirable Qualifications: Preference will be given to those with a Master’s Degree in Library Science, training in Medical Librarianship, experience of documentation work in a responsible capacity, and knowledge of Sanskrit and any modern European language other than English.

2. Deputy Chief Security Officer

This position has one vacancy, which is reserved exclusively for female candidates. The post is in Level-11 in the Pay Matrix, and the upper age limit is 56 years.

Role and Environment: As a key security functionary, the Deputy Chief Security Officer will play a vital role in maintaining safety and order across the vast AIIMS campus, which includes hospitals, research blocks, academic areas, and residential complexes. The role demands strong experience in security protocols and, critically, in handling agitations or strikes of employees, ensuring smooth institutional functioning during challenging situations.

Eligibility Criteria (Only for Female Officers): The position is open to female officers of the Police Departments of the Central/State/UT Governments or Female Officers of the Para Military Forces:

• Holding an analogous post on a regular basis; OR
• Possessing 5 years of regular service in a post in Level-10 of the pay matrix; OR
• Possessing 8 years of regular service in a post in Level-6 of the pay matrix.

Candidates are preferably required to have experience connected with security, particularly with managing staff unrest.

Essential Application Submission Guidelines

The application must be submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure-I). Failure to adhere to the submission protocol and documentation requirements will result in the application not being considered.

Mandatory Documentation and Procedure

1. Application Envelope: The envelope containing the application(s) must be superscribed with the exact title: “Application for the post of <Name of the Post> on Deputation Basis”.
2. Verification of Particulars: The forwarding authority must ensure that the candidate’s particulars are verified and that they fulfill all eligibility conditions.
3. Performance Reports: Duly attested photocopies of their up-to-date Annual Performance Appraisal Report (APAR) for at least the latest 05 years must be enclosed with the application.
4. Vigilance Clearance: A statement must be clearly made confirming that no vigilance/disciplinary proceedings are pending or contemplated against the candidate concerned. Applications without vigilance clearance and APAR Dossiers will not be considered.

The terms and conditions of deputation will be governed by the standard norms outlined in the Department of Personnel & Training’s O.M. No. 06/08/2009-Estt. (Pay II) dated June 17, 2010, as amended from time to time.