Master of Library and Information Science [M.Lib.I.Sc]

The 2-year Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) at Kamla Nehru Mahavidyalaya (KNM), Nagpur, is a full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU). Admission is merit-based on undergraduate aggregate, with a total fee of INR 21,112 for the complete programme. The NAAC A+ college provides one of the most cost-effective library science postgraduate options in the Vidarbha region for graduates aiming for academic or public library careers.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is July 31, 2026.

KNM M.Lib Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	INR 10,556
Tuition Fee (Year 2)	INR 10,556
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 21,112

• Fee figures are for the full 2-year programme duration.
• SC/ST students receive fee concession as per Maharashtra government norms.

KNM M.Lib Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Window Opens	June 2026
Application Window Closes	July 31, 2026
Merit List Publication	August 2026 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	August 2026

• Apply through the official college portal at enrollonline.co.in/KNM.
• Verify the final closing date on the official college website before applying.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science or any discipline from a recognised university with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories under RTMNU norms).
• Graduates who completed B.Lib.I.Sc. or an equivalent 1-year library science diploma combined with graduation are also eligible to apply.
• No separate entrance examination is conducted. Selection is based entirely on undergraduate academic performance.

Admission Process

• Register on the college’s online admission portal at enrollonline.co.in/KNM during the application window.
• Upload graduation marksheets, identity proof, and category certificate where applicable.
• A merit list is prepared by the college based on undergraduate aggregate percentage.
• Shortlisted candidates attend document verification at the KNM campus, Nagpur.
• Admission is confirmed on payment of the first-year tuition fee at the college.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want an extremely affordable RTMNU PG in library and information science.
• You are in Nagpur or Vidarbha and want to qualify for librarian posts nearby.
• You plan to appear for UGC-NET Library Science after completing M.Lib.
• You are a working library professional seeking formal postgraduate credentials.

✗ Skip if

• You need a college with a digitally advanced library lab or INFLIBNET access.
• You are seeking a distance or part-time M.Lib with work flexibility.
• You want a national-level institute known for library and information science.

KNM M.Lib Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility / Schedule
Economically Backward Students Scholarship	As per college norms	Students from economically backward families applied through college office
Physically Handicapped Students Scholarship	As per college norms	Differently abled students applied through college office
MahaDbt State Government Schemes	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC/NT/SBC/EBC students via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

• MahaDbt scholarships require annual renewal and fresh applications each cycle.
• Contact the college welfare office for deadlines on institution-level scholarships.

KNM M.Lib FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility for the M.Lib programme at KNM Nagpur?

Ans. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for reserved category candidates under RTMNU norms). Graduates who completed B.Lib.I.Sc. or an equivalent library diploma alongside graduation are also considered eligible. No entrance examination is held. Selection is merit-based on undergraduate academic performance throughout the admission cycle.

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Lib at KNM?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year Master of Library and Information Science programme is INR 21,112, payable as INR 10,556 per year. SC/ST students receive a government-mandated fee concession as per Maharashtra norms. At this fee level, the programme is among the most affordable postgraduate library science options available in the RTMNU jurisdiction covering Nagpur and Vidarbha.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after M.Lib from Kamla Nehru Mahavidyalaya?

Ans. M.Lib.I.Sc. graduates from KNM can apply for the post of Librarian or Assistant Librarian at colleges, universities, public libraries, and government bodies. Many also qualify for posts in school libraries and corporate information centres. Qualifying UGC-NET in Library and Information Science is an added advantage for college-level library positions. Government library service examinations conducted by MPSC are also within reach for M.Lib graduates.

Ques. Is M.Lib at KNM available in distance or part-time mode?

Ans. The M.Lib.I.Sc. programme at KNM, Nagpur, is offered as a full-time on-campus programme affiliated to RTMNU. Part-time or distance variants of this programme are not available through KNM. Candidates who require a flexible learning mode for M.Lib should explore open university options such as YCMOU or IGNOU, which offer distance-mode library science programmes recognised by the UGC.

Ques. Is UGC-NET Library Science preparation aligned with the M.Lib curriculum at KNM?

Ans. Yes. The RTMNU M.Lib.I.Sc. curriculum covers knowledge organisation, information retrieval, library management, and digital library concepts that directly overlap with the UGC-NET Library and Information Science paper. M.Lib graduates from KNM regularly sit for UGC-NET and Maharashtra SET examinations. Qualifying NET is mandatory for college and university librarian recruitment under UGC norms, making this alignment highly practical.

Ques. How is the M.Lib programme at KNM structured over two years?

Ans. The programme spans 4 semesters over 2 years under the RTMNU curriculum. The first year typically covers foundational library science subjects including cataloguing, classification, and reference services. The second year advances into information technology in libraries, library automation, and a research project or dissertation component. Examinations are held at the end of each semester as per the RTMNU schedule.