Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) 

at NBU, Siliguri

Last date to apply for admission to NBU Distance Education for the academic year 2024- 25 is over now. NBA Distance Education offers UG courses such as BA, BCom and PG courses includes MA, MSc, MCom etc. The eligibilty criteria vary for each programme. For 2025 admission, Interested candidate can apply online through the official website of NBU by paying an application fee of INR 100. 

The basic eligibility for admission at University of North Bengal is merit in the last qualifying examination. Candidates who have met the basic eligibility can apply for the desired course. Below are the admission eligibilty score for different courses of NBU:

The entrance exam for North Bengal University admission in 2024 varies depending on the course you are interested in. For postgraduate programs, admission is based on a course-based written test conducted by the university, followed by document submission. For undergraduate courses like B.Sc (Hons) and BA (Hons), admission is merit-based, while LLB admission is based on CLAT exam scores. MBA admission is determined by the merit of the BBA or CAT exam score. The university also offers Ph.D. programs and admission for this requires fulfilling specific eligibility criteria and providing the necessary documents by the specified deadline. Please check the university's official website for detailed information on specific course admissions and entrance exams. 

The admission process for North Bengal University typically involves the following steps:
Application: Interested candidates need to fill out the online application form provided by the university for the specific course they wish to apply for.
Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria set by the university for the desired course. This may include academic qualifications, entrance exams, and other prerequisites.
Selection Process: Depending on the course, candidates may be selected based on their performance in entrance exams, academic merit, or interviews. The university will publish merit lists or announce the results accordingly.
Counseling: Shortlisted candidates may be called for counseling sessions, where they can choose their preferred courses and seats based on their ranks and availability.

The fee structure at the University of North Bengal (NBU) for various courses in the academic year 2023-24 varies depending on the programme and category of students. Here is a breakdown of the fee structure for some of the courses:
Undergraduate Courses:

For a BA (Sociology), the fee is approximately Rs 25,600 per year.
   The fee for B.Sc (Hons.) Anthropology is approximately Rs 32,800.
    For BA + LLB (Hons) degrees, the cost is approximately Rs 34,000.
   The fee for a B.Sc (General) is approximately Rs 2,900.

Postgraduate Courses:
   The fee for the MA programme at NBU is approximately Rs 3000.
   The North Bengal University MBA Fee structure is approximately Rs 80,000.
LAW Courses:
  The fee structure for LAW courses at NBU varies, with fees ranging from Rs 6,900 to Rs 10,000.

The cutoff information for admission to B.Tech at North Bengal University is 838. It is advisable to directly contact North Bengal University or visit their official website for the most accurate and up-to-date details regarding the specific cutoff requirements for B.Tech admissions at the university.

The candidates with Honours Degree [10+2+3 system] in the respective subject from a recognised University shall be eligible to apply for admission to M.Sc. / M.A. courses. Candidates who have passed UG examination three years earlier or more before the year of admission shall not be eligible for admission to M.Sc./M.A.The candidates must have a minimum of 60% in graduation.

It is also based on merit and entrance

Yes, NBU does offer an MSc course. The university provides an MSc course with different specialisations, such as Bio-Technology, Chemistry,  Zoology, etc. Admission for this course depends on the eligibility criteria to be followed by the applicants with the admission procedure provided by the institution itself. Upon selection, candidates must submit the required documents for the verification process.

For the B.Sc (Honours) program, a candidate must obtain 40% marks in aggregate at the Part-I, Part-II, and Part-III Examination taken together in the Honours subject (34% marks in theoretical papers and 40% marks in practical papers separately in laboratory-based in each part) and 34% marks in the compulsory subjects in each part separately and 34% marks in the elective subjects in Part-I and Part-II Honours Examinations taken together (30% marks in theoretical papers) . For the B.Sc (General) program, a candidate shall be required to obtain 34% marks in each of the Compulsory and elective subjects (30% marks in theoretical papers separately in each part and 40% marks in practical papers separately in each part of laboratory-based subjects) in the Part-I, Part-II, and Part-III University Examinations taken together. Please note that these information is for the qualifying exam's minimum cutoff score for B.Sc (Honours) and B.Sc (General) programs at NBU. The cutoff marks for a regular B.Sc degree might be different. For more accurate information, it is recommended to visit the official NBU website or contact the university directly.

After completing the application form, the university shortlists the applicants who meet the eligibility criteria. Admission to the BA course is determined by the candidate's last qualifying exam scores. The Admission Committee verifies the necessary documents during the application process. Candidates can refer to the list of required documents as mentioned below:

• Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
• Passport-size photographs
• Bachelor's degree certificate
• Identity proof
• Caste certificate