Master of Library and Information Science M.Lib.I.Sc · 1–2 years
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Master of Library and Information Science course overview, eligibility, duration and progression options.
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Entry after
- Graduation
- Entrance exam
- CUET PG
- Study mode
- OnCampus
- Licence
- Not required
About this course
A professional information-management route. Compare cataloguing, digital libraries, archives, research and technology content.
Indicative eligibility: A recognised bachelor degree; some institutions require library-science preparation.
Always verify the current official admission notification before applying.
Course overview
Eligibility and admission
What students and parents should verify
Where this can lead
Where people work.
- Universities and colleges
- Research institutes (CSIR, ICAR)
- National libraries and archives
- Corporate knowledge centres
- Government departments
- Digital publishing organisations
What you can study next.
- Ph.D Library Science
- UGC NET in Library Science
- Digital archiving and data curation certifications
Cost, duration and indicative earnings
Indicative total course fee. Govt/University: about 20,000 - 1,50,000 total; Private: about 1,50,000 - 8,00,000 total.
Indicative starting salary. 30,000 - 60,000 per month.
Typical duration. 1 - 2 years.
Fees and salaries here are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution and treat the salary as a starting range that varies by employer and location.
Who can apply
1 route into this course.
| Qualification | Stream | Minimum | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation | Any | — | A recognised bachelor degree; some institutions require library-science preparation. |
Percentages are indicative. Individual universities set their own cut-offs, and reserved-category relaxations differ by state and institution.
Entrance exams for this course
An exam mapping does not mean every college accepts that exam. Check the current institution and examination notification before you apply.
Careers this course leads to
2 routes mapped from this qualification.
A course supports eligibility and preparation. It never guarantees a particular job.
Before and after this course
Courses that lead here
Common questions
Who can apply for Master of Library and Information Science?
B.Lib.I.Sc or equivalent. Admission is through University admission, CUET PG, Institute entrance.
How long does Master of Library and Information Science take?
1 - 2 years. Full-time; also available in distance or online mode through UGC-recognised open universities and DEB-approved institutions.
What does Master of Library and Information Science cost?
Govt/University: about 20,000 - 1,50,000 total; Private: about 1,50,000 - 8,00,000 total. These are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution.
What can I study after Master of Library and Information Science?
Ph.D Library Science, UGC NET in Library Science, Digital archiving and data curation certifications.
Turn this into a decision you can defend
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