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

Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University (MDSU), Ajmer offers a 1-year Master of Library and Information Science programme for graduates seeking a postgraduate qualification in library management and information services. MDSU holds NAAC B++ accreditation and provides 20 seats in this programme. Admission is merit-based, with no entrance examination required. Total academic fees are INR 13,650 for the full programme.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026.

MDSU M.Lib.I.Sc Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Academic Fees (1 Year)	INR 13,650
Hostel (Optional)	INR 11,500
Total Fees (Hostel charges separate)	INR 13,650

• Hostel charges of INR 11,500 are optional and excluded from total.

MDSU M.Lib.I.Sc Admission 2026

Event	Date
Online Application	June 19 to July 1, 2026
Verification and Counselling	July 3, 2026
Fee Payment Window	July 3 to 7, 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026

• Application window for 2026 opened June 19 and closed July 1, 2026.
• Verification and counselling took place on July 3, 2026.
• Fee payment window runs July 3 to 7, 2026.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying graduation is preferred
• Graduates from MDSU and its affiliated colleges in Rajasthan are eligible
• No entrance examination is required for admission to this programme

Admission Process

• Submit an online application at mdsuajmer.ac.in within the notified application window
• Upload graduation mark sheets and degree certificate as part of the application
• Attend verification and counselling on the date notified by the university
• Merit list is prepared on the basis of marks in the qualifying graduation degree
• Complete fee payment within the notified window after receiving a seat allotment
• Report to the university on the commencement date notified in the admission letter

✓ Opt for this if

• Pursuing a career as a librarian in academic or public institutions
• Want an affordable postgraduate library science qualification
• Plan to work in college or university libraries in Rajasthan
• Prefer merit-based admission without any entrance examination

✗ Skip if

• Need a 2-year MLIS degree for specific employer requirements
• Targeting information management roles in technology companies
• Require post-degree placement support and industry connections

MDSU M.Lib.I.Sc Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility/Schedule
Post-Matric Scholarship (Rajasthan)	As per govt norms	SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EBC students from Rajasthan
Need-cum-Merit Scholarship (MDSU)	Varies	Students meeting merit and income criteria
Raj Scholarship (SC/ST Fee Waiver)	Full tuition	Rajasthan SC/ST students via Social Justice Dept

• Post-Matric and MDSU scholarships are applied for at admission.
• Raj Scholarship requires approval through the Rajasthan Social Justice Department.

MDSU M.Lib.I.Sc FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Lib.I.Sc at MDSU Ajmer?

Ans. The total academic fee for M.Lib.I.Sc at MDSU Ajmer is INR 13,650 for the 1-year full-time programme. This covers all academic components of the course. Hostel charges of INR 11,500 are optional and are not included in the academic fee total. The programme is among the most affordable library science postgraduate degrees at a NAAC-accredited state university in Rajasthan. Candidates may apply for state government scholarships to offset the cost.

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Lib.I.Sc at MDSU Ajmer?

Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university to be eligible for M.Lib.I.Sc at MDSU. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying graduation is generally preferred. Graduates from MDSU-affiliated colleges and other recognised universities are both eligible. No prior background in library science is required. Candidates are advised to have their degree attested before attending the counselling session.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for M.Lib.I.Sc at MDSU?

Ans. No, M.Lib.I.Sc admission at MDSU Ajmer does not require an entrance examination. Admission is entirely merit-based, with students shortlisted according to their marks in the qualifying graduation. Candidates attend a verification and counselling session at the university, after which the merit list is published. Fee payment within the notified window completes the enrolment process. Selected students receive an official admission letter from the university.

Ques. How many seats are available for M.Lib.I.Sc at MDSU?

Ans. MDSU Ajmer offers 20 seats for the M.Lib.I.Sc programme. Seats are filled on the basis of marks in the qualifying bachelor’s degree. Candidates are advised to apply within the open window as the intake is limited. If vacancies remain after the first counselling round, the university may conduct additional rounds to fill remaining seats. Final seat allotment is confirmed after fee payment.

Ques. What career options are available after M.Lib.I.Sc from MDSU?

Ans. Graduates of M.Lib.I.Sc from MDSU can work as librarians, documentation officers, and information managers in schools, colleges, public libraries, and research institutions. The qualification is recognised for appointment as a librarian in state government colleges and universities in Rajasthan. Many graduates also appear for competitive examinations for library staff positions in government bodies. Some go on to teach library science or pursue doctoral research in information management.

Ques. When does the M.Lib.I.Sc session begin at MDSU Ajmer for 2026?

Ans. The M.Lib.I.Sc academic session at MDSU for 2026 is expected to begin in August 2026, following counselling and fee payment completed in the first week of July 2026. The exact commencement date will be communicated through the official admission letter. Admitted students must report on the date specified by the university. Late reporting may be subject to the university’s attendance and enrolment policies.