Library & Information Science

Library and Information Science is a course that's available on UG, PG and Diploma levels. Most of the top colleges in India offer this course. The colleges mentioned in the table are listed alphabetically and not in any order of ranking hierarchy.The list of top government colleges offering Library and Information Science courses are:Name of CollegeFees (in INR)Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University (VOU), KotaINR 84,000-INR 13 lakhDelhi University (DU)INR 1-INR 4 lakhIGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University)INR 30,000-INR 6 lakhJMI (Jamia Millia Islamia), DelhiINR 11,000-INR 2 lakhBHU (Banaras Hindu University), VaranasiINR 45,000-INR 1 lakh

Candidates need to follow the below-mentioned steps which are as follows:Look for University offering a Course in Library and Information Science: The first step one needs to make is to find out which universities are offering BLibSc or MLibSc. Check the eligibility criteria, seats offered, fees and details.Apply for the Course: Candidates then need to apply for admission after getting to know the university offering the programme. Fill up the details as required and pay the application fee. The application forms are available for a limited period of time so the candidate is advised to know the details way in advance.Mode of Admission: Universities and Colleges will either conduct entrance exams for admission or offer admission through merit.Results: Selected candidates make the merit list. The student has to get the desired rank and percentage, to be eligible for admission if appearing for an entrance exam.Counselling: The candidate will have to appear for the counselling session conducted at the university to book their seat, submit their documents and pay the fees to seal admission.

Students can refer to the points below to know the different levels of courses in Library and Information Sciences:BLibSc: A Bachelor of Library Science (BLibSc) is a one-year degree that is offered by various universities and colleges. Students take the course after completing their graduation in any discipline from a recognised university. Students should have secured a minimum of 50% in their graduation.MLibSc: A Master of Library Science (MLibSc) is a one-year degree that deals with advanced library principles and information Science and practices. The candidate needs to have done their Bachelor in Library Science (BLibSc) in order to get admission in MLibSc. The student must have secured a minimum of 45% in aggregate to be eligible, which should be from a recognised university.PhD in Library and Information Science: The course duration is 2-3 years. Candidates must have completed their PG degree or M.Phil in relevant discipline from a recognised university to be eligible to pursue a PhD in LIS. They must have a minimum aggregate of 55% in the respective master's degree course.