Master of Library and Information Science [M.Lib.I.Sc]
About Master of Library and Information Science [M.Lib.I.Sc]
The Master of Library and Information Science at Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences, Kakkanad, Kochi, is a two-year postgraduate programme affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. The programme covers cataloguing and classification, library automation, digital resource management, information retrieval, and research methodology, training graduates for positions in academic, public, and special libraries. Rajagiri RCMAS is NAAC Grade A accredited and is located in Kakkanad, Kochi.
Admissions to the 2026-27 batch of M.Lib.I.Sc are open at Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences, Kochi; candidates may apply at mcampus.rajagiricollege.edu.in with classes scheduled to begin in August 2026.
Key Points
- Two-year PG programme (4 semesters) under Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam; NAAC Grade A institution
- Curriculum covers cataloguing and classification, library automation, digital library management, and information retrieval systems
- Open to graduates of any discipline; no mandatory subject restriction at the undergraduate level
- Graduates are eligible for UGC-NET in Library and Information Science for college librarian and lecturer posts
- Career options include academic librarian, public librarian, school librarian, government archivist, and information officer in research organisations
Rajagiri RCMAS M.Lib.I.Sc Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Semester 1) | INR 21,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 2) | INR 21,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 3) | INR 21,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 4) | INR 21,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 84,000 |
- Tuition fee is INR 21,000 per semester for the M.Lib.I.Sc programme at Rajagiri RCMAS as per the official PG fee structure.
- Fees shown are tuition charges only; MG University examination fees and other statutory charges are payable separately as notified by Mahatma Gandhi University.
- Total tuition fees for the two-year M.Lib.I.Sc programme amount to INR 84,000.
Rajagiri RCMAS M.Lib.I.Sc Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens (RCMAS Portal) | June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | June 2026 |
| Merit List and Shortlisting | July 2026 |
| Document Verification at College | July 2026 |
| MGU PG CAP Portal Registration | July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 |
- Candidates must register at mcampus.rajagiricollege.edu.in and pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 700 online to complete the application.
- Shortlisted applicants must also complete registration on the MG University PG CAP portal at the time of seat allotment, as mandated by the university.
- Selection is merit-based on qualifying degree marks; final admission is subject to verification of original academic documents at Rajagiri RCMAS, Kakkanad.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50 percent marks from a university recognised by Mahatma Gandhi University.
- There is no mandatory subject restriction at the undergraduate level; graduates from Arts, Science, Commerce, and other streams are equally eligible.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible for relaxation in the minimum percentage requirement as per MG University and Kerala Government norms.
Admission Process
- Visit mcampus.rajagiricollege.edu.in, create an applicant account, and fill the online application form.
- Upload graduation mark lists, degree certificate, photograph, and signature, then pay the INR 700 application fee online.
- Await shortlist notification via email or the portal; report to Rajagiri RCMAS with original documents for verification on the notified date.
- Complete the MG University PG CAP portal registration to formalise seat allotment as per university norms.
- Pay the first-semester tuition fee before the deadline communicated at the time of allotment to confirm enrolment.
Rajagiri RCMAS M.Lib.I.Sc Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala State) | As per government norms | SC/ST students from Kerala; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship of Higher Education | INR 20,000 per year (PG) | Top 20 percentile in undergraduate degree; family income below INR 8 Lakhs per annum |
| NSP Scholarship for Minority Communities | Up to INR 30,000 per year | Students from minority communities; merit-cum-means basis |
- All central and state government scholarship applications must be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in before the notified deadlines.
- The college welfare office assists eligible students with NSP registration, document verification, and application submission.
Rajagiri RCMAS M.Lib.I.Sc FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for M.Lib.I.Sc at Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. The tuition fee is INR 21,000 per semester, totalling INR 84,000 for the two-year programme as per the official 2024 PG fee structure. Mahatma Gandhi University examination fees and other statutory charges are payable separately.
Ques. Who is eligible to apply for M.Lib.I.Sc at Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. Any candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50 percent marks from a university recognised by Mahatma Gandhi University is eligible. There is no mandatory subject restriction; graduates from Arts, Science, and Commerce streams are equally eligible.
Ques. How is admission to M.Lib.I.Sc done at Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. Candidates apply through the RCMAS portal at mcampus.rajagiricollege.edu.in by paying an application fee of INR 700. Shortlisted applicants must register on the MG University PG CAP portal at the time of allotment. Selection is merit-based on graduation marks; no entrance exam is conducted.
Ques. What is the duration of the M.Lib.I.Sc programme?
Ans. The M.Lib.I.Sc programme at Rajagiri RCMAS is a two-year course comprising four semesters, affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam.
Ques. What are the career prospects after M.Lib.I.Sc from Rajagiri RCMAS?
Ans. Graduates work as academic librarian, public librarian, school librarian, information officer, and archivist in government organisations, universities, research institutes, and corporate knowledge centres. Qualifying in UGC-NET in Library and Information Science opens pathways to college librarian and teaching positions.