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

Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), Bhopal offers a 1-year Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc) at its Raisen District campus in Madhya Pradesh. The programme covers advanced library management, knowledge organisation, digital libraries and information systems, research methodology, information retrieval, library automation, and management of special and academic libraries. NAAC Grade B accredited and UGC-recognised, RNTU equips graduates for senior library and information management roles. Total programme fee is INR 25,500.

📋 Admission Status: Applications for M.Lib.I.Sc 2026-27 are open at rntu.ac.in. Admission is merit-based on B.Lib.I.Sc or graduation marks. Admissions continue through August 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• 1-year M.Lib.I.Sc programme at RNTU Bhopal.
• Total fees INR 25,500 for the 1-year programme.
• Graduate or B.Lib.I.Sc eligibility, merit-based admission.
• Prepares for senior librarian and information officer roles.
• GoI, NSP, and MP state scholarships available.

Rabindranath Tagore University M.Lib.I.Sc Fees

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee	INR 20,000
Examination Fee	INR 4,000
Alumni Fee	INR 1,500
Total Fees (1 Year)	INR 25,500

• Total fees INR 25,500 for the 1-year programme.
• One-time alumni fee INR 1,500 included in Year 1 total.
• Hostel charges (INR 72,000 per year) payable separately.
• Confirm current fees at rntu.ac.in before applying.

Rabindranath Tagore University M.Lib.I.Sc Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Merit List and Admission	July to August 2026 (Tentative)
RNTU M.Lib.I.Sc Application	Ongoing at rntu.ac.in
Classes Commence	August 2026 (Tentative)

• Merit-based admission on qualifying degree percentage.
• Apply at rntu.ac.in or the RNTU admissions office.
• Submit degree certificate, marksheets, and a valid photo ID.
• Confirm current seat availability and admission schedule at rntu.ac.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must hold a B.Lib.I.Sc or graduation degree from a recognised university.
• Minimum percentage as per RNTU norms. No entrance exam required.
• Merit-based admission on qualifying degree marks.

Admission Process

• Apply at rntu.ac.in or visit the RNTU admissions office.
• Submit degree certificate, all marksheets, and a valid government ID.
• The university will verify eligibility and issue an admission offer.
• Pay the total programme fee of INR 25,500 and confirm the seat.
• Report with original documents on the M.Lib.I.Sc commencement date.

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking affordable PG research in Bhopal, MP.
• Want merit or CUET-PG admission in central India.
• Planning PhD or UGC-NET after postgraduate study.
• Prefer a UGC-recognised private university in MP.

✗ Skip if

• Require top-ranked national university brand for career.
• Seeking placements in metro or multinational firms.
• Need NAAC A or A+ accreditation for institutional norms.
• Looking for niche course not in RNTU programme list.

Rabindranath Tagore University M.Lib.I.Sc Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
RNTU Merit Scholarship	Fee concession as per institutional norms	Merit rank in qualifying examination
GoI Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	Full fee reimbursement or fixed grant	SC/ST students, apply at scholarships.gov.in
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Up to INR 12,000 per year	Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000
Madhya Pradesh State Scholarship	As per state government norms	MP-domicile students, apply at scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in

• Apply via scholarships.gov.in or scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in.
• RNTU merit concessions are applied to the tuition component at admission.
• SC/ST students eligible for GoI Post-Matric reimbursement for full fee.
• Confirm current scholarship schemes at rntu.ac.in.

Rabindranath Tagore University M.Lib.I.Sc FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Lib.I.Sc at RNTU Bhopal?

Ans. The total fee for the 1-year M.Lib.I.Sc at Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal is INR 25,500, comprising tuition fee of INR 20,000, examination fee of INR 4,000, and a one-time alumni fee of INR 1,500. Hostel accommodation is available at INR 72,000 per year separately. Confirm the current fee structure at rntu.ac.in before applying.

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Lib.I.Sc at RNTU Bhopal?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Library and Information Science (B.Lib.I.Sc) or a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university to be eligible for M.Lib.I.Sc at RNTU Bhopal. Admission is merit-based on qualifying degree marks. No mandatory entrance examination is required. Confirm current eligibility criteria at rntu.ac.in.

Ques. What subjects are covered in M.Lib.I.Sc at RNTU Bhopal?

Ans. The 1-year M.Lib.I.Sc at RNTU Bhopal covers advanced library organisation and management, knowledge organisation and representation, information retrieval systems, digital libraries and internet resources, research methods in library science, library automation and networking, management of academic and public libraries, and a project or dissertation component in library and information studies.

Ques. What careers are available after M.Lib.I.Sc from RNTU Bhopal?

Ans. M.Lib.I.Sc graduates from RNTU Bhopal can work as senior librarians, library and information officers, knowledge managers, and digital library specialists in university, college, public, and special libraries including government and corporate institutions. M.Lib.I.Sc qualifies candidates for UGC-NET Library and Information Science, enabling lecturership in library science. Central and state government library recruitment posts are also open to M.Lib.I.Sc holders.

Ques. Is M.Lib.I.Sc recognised for UGC-NET?

Ans. Yes, M.Lib.I.Sc is recognised as the qualifying postgraduate degree for UGC-NET in Library and Information Science. Clearing UGC-NET enables M.Lib.I.Sc graduates to become assistant professors or lecturers in library science departments in colleges and universities. RNTU’s M.Lib.I.Sc is UGC-recognised under 2(f) and 12(B). Confirm UGC-NET eligibility at ugcnet.nta.ac.in.

Ques. What scholarships are available for M.Lib.I.Sc students at RNTU?

Ans. M.Lib.I.Sc students at RNTU Bhopal are eligible for the GoI Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students at scholarships.gov.in, the Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) for merit students with family income below INR 8,00,000, and the Madhya Pradesh State Scholarship at scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in for MP-domicile students. RNTU also offers institutional merit concessions. Confirm current scholarship details at rntu.ac.in.