The Central University of Karnataka (CUK) has extended the admission deadline for the Certificate Programme in Creating and Sustaining Child-Friendly Libraries (CFL) offered by its Department of Education in collaboration with Kalike-Tata Trusts, Bangalore. The programme is designed as a credit-based skill enhancement certificate for librarians and supervisors currently working in Gram Panchayat Libraries across Karnataka.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be working as Librarians or Supervisors in Gram Panchayat Libraries of Karnataka.
- Must have passed 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent examination from a recognized board or institution.
Programme Details
- Duration: 5 months
- Medium of instruction: Kannada
- Credit: 9 credits
- Mode: Blended learning with 3 contact sessions (1 offline and 2 online)
- Intake capacity: 40 candidates per batch
- Selection is based on 10+2 marks percentage with reservation: 60% seats reserved for Kalyana Karnataka region candidates and 40% for other Karnataka districts
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| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration start | 23 September 2026 |
| Registration end | 9 October 2026 |
| Eligible candidates declared | 16 October 2026 |
| Grievances on eligibility | 21 to 26 October 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 27 October 2026 |
| Final list after fee payment | 30 October 2026 |
| Class commencement | 9 November 2026 |
Fee and Financial Support
The total programme fee is Rs. 4000, with Rs. 500 payable by the candidate as registration fee. The examination fee of Rs. 3500 and other miscellaneous expenses will be paid by Kalike-Tata Trusts, Bangalore.
Documents Required for Admission
- Recent passport size photograph (100KB)
- Marksheets for Class 10 and Class 12 (or equivalent)
- SC/ST certificate (if applicable)
- OBC non-creamy layer certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Medical certificate for PwD candidates (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card for identity proof
- Employment/working certificate (Annexure-I)
- No Objection Certificate (Annexure-II)
General Conditions
- Admission granted only once; repeat admission is not permitted.
- The programme and selection criteria may be modified if needed; updates will be posted on the university website www.cuk.ac.in.
- Eligible candidates list and related notices will be published on the university website.
- Grievances on eligibility may be submitted via email to cfl@cuk.ac.in during the specified period.
- The university and Kalike-Tata Trusts hold the right to discontinue the programme at any time.
- Selected candidates will be notified separately about the detailed schedule and commencement of classes.
About the Programme
The certificate programme aims to enable community librarians to create and sustain child-friendly inclusive libraries that cater to diverse childhood experiences. It includes theoretical and practical components, interactive sessions, assignments, and evaluations. Attendance of at least 75% is mandatory to be eligible for the certificate award.
How to Apply
- Submit applications online through the SAMARTH Admission portal: https://cukadm.samarth.edu.in/ within the registration window.
- Upload all required documents including employment and no objection certificates.
- Complete application submission must be made before the deadline.
Candidates are advised to regularly check www.cuk.ac.in for updates and instructions.
