Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)

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Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) is a graduate degree for those intending to seek a professional career in libraries, and information centers. Completing this degree usually requires the candidate to complete a Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS). However, some institutions/universities of learning admit students in MLIS Course programs based on undergraduate degrees in any stream like BA, B. Com, BCA, B.Sc, B. Tech, etc.

  • Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s of Library and Information Science (BLIS), But some universities offer MLIS Courses directly after Graduation in any stream.
  • Entrance Exam: Some institutions may require you to pass an entrance exam or interview.
  • Experience: In some cases, prior experience in the library or information science field is a plus but not mandatory.
  • MLIS Degree Duration: The MLIS program typically spans one year, though some universities offer it as a two-year course for students admitted directly after completing their undergraduate degree. For those who have already completed a BLIS degree, the MLIS is generally a one-year program.

MLISc Core Subjects

  • Information Organization & Retrieval
  • Cataloging & Classification
  • Digital Libraries & Emerging Technologies
  • Information Technology in Libraries
  • Research Methods in Library Science
  • Library and Information Center Management
  • Archival Studies
  • Data Science in Information Systems
  • Electives: Specialized courses may include Digital Archiving, Knowledge Management, Academic Libraries, Public Libraries, and more.

Graduates of an MLIS program often pursue careers as:

  • Librarians (Public, Academic, School, Special Libraries )
  • Information Managers
  • Archivists
  • Digital Librarians
  • Knowledge Managers
  • Research and Data Analysts

List of universities that offer MLIS Degree Courses

Here is a list of 21 universities in India that offer a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program

  1. University of Delhi (DU) – Delhi
  2. Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – Varanasi
  3. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) – Delhi
  4. Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) – Aligarh
  5. Panjab University – Chandigarh
  6. University of Calcutta – Kolkata
  7. University of Madras – Chennai
  8. Annamalai University – Tamil Nadu
  9. Jadavpur University – Kolkata
  10. University of Mumbai – Mumbai
  11. Dr. Harisingh Gour University – Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
  12. University of Mysore – Mysuru
  13. IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) – New Delhi (Distance Education)
  14. Karnatak University – Dharwad
  15. Guru Nanak Dev University – Amritsar
  16. Osmania University – Hyderabad
  17. Rajasthan University – Jaipur
  18. Mahatma Gandhi Central University – Bihar
  19. University of Kerala – Thiruvananthapuram
  20. Vikram University – Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
  21. Patna University, Patna

These universities provide diverse formats (regular, distance, or online learning) for the MLIS course, offering flexibility to students.

  1. MMHAP University Patna: Only the BLISc course is available in regular mode with fees of Rs 18000.
  2. Maglayatan University, Aligarh: BLIS and MLIS courses are available in online and distance mode, with fees of Rs 21000 and Rs 23000 respectively.
  3. Swami Vivekanand University, Merrut UP: BLIS and MLIS Courses are available with fees of 18000 and 20000 respectively.
  4. Dr. Preeti Global University, Shivpur: BLIS and MLIS Courses are available with fees of 19000 and 20000 respectively.
  5. Sikkim Skill University, Sikkim: BLIS and MLIS Courses are available in regular mode with fees of 22000 and 25000 respectively.

If you’re considering pursuing this degree, I’d be happy to help explore programs or further details based on your current qualifications.

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I am a dedicated teacher of library and information science at the Library Academy App. My qualifications include UGC NET/JRF, MLISc, PGDLAN, BLIS, and a Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech).

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