Bachelor of Library and Information Science [B.Lib.I.Sc]

SGVU, Jaipur, offers Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS), a 1-year professional programme for graduates seeking a career in library and information services. Admission is on merit basis with no mandatory entrance exam. The total fee is INR 60,000 for the one-year programme. SGVU holds a NIRF 2025 rank band of 101 to 150 in the University category, offering library science education within a well-recognized private university in Rajasthan.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is September 2026 (Tentative).

SGVU BLIS Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee	INR 60,000
Total Fees (1 Year)	INR 60,000

• The entire BLIS programme fee of INR 60,000 covers the single one-year academic session at SGVU.
• Payment is accepted via debit card, credit card, or net banking through the SGVU admissions portal.
• Merit-based scholarships from SGVU can reduce the tuition fee for students with strong graduation marks.

SGVU BLIS Admission 2026

Event	Date
SGVU 2026-27 BLIS Admissions Open	2026 (Currently Accepting Applications)

• BLIS admission at SGVU is merit-based on graduation percentage and requires no national entrance exam.
• Candidates should apply early through the SGVU admissions portal as seats are limited for the one-year programme.
• SGVU will publish the merit list and admission confirmation schedule on its official website.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed any bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least 50% aggregate marks.
• Graduates from Arts, Science, or Commerce streams are all eligible to apply for BLIS at SGVU.
• No mandatory entrance exam is required as admission is based on merit in the qualifying graduation degree.

Admission Process

• Visit the SGVU admissions portal and register for the BLIS programme for the 2026-27 academic session.
• Fill the application form and upload graduation marksheet and valid identity proof documents.
• SGVU prepares a merit list based on graduation aggregate percentage for BLIS admissions.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and counselling at the SGVU campus.
• Pay the total fee of INR 60,000 to confirm enrolment and receive the admission offer letter.

✓ Opt for this if

• Graduates seeking a fast-track library science qualification in Jaipur.
• Candidates preparing for government librarian and library assistant vacancies.
• Students from any graduation stream wanting a professional 1-year specialization.
• Aspirants seeking merit-based direct admission without an entrance exam.

✗ Skip if

• Students targeting MLIS or M.Lib.I.Sc for a higher PG-level library qualification.
• Candidates who prefer a government university for a lower fee or state-recognized BLIS.
• Aspirants not interested in library or information management as a career field.
• Students seeking strong campus placement support specific to the library profession.

SGVU BLIS Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
100% Merit Scholarship	100% tuition fee waiver	97.5% and above in graduation degree
Shri Sunil Sharma Merit Partial Scholarship	50% tuition fee waiver	92.5% to 97.4% marks in qualifying degree
University President Scholarship	20% waiver (85% to 90%) 10% waiver (75% to 84%)	Based on qualifying graduation marks
Smt. Kamla Devi Gender Equality Scholarship	20% waiver (75% and above) 10% waiver (70% to 74%)	Female students from any recognized university
Dr. Ambedkar SGVU Scholarship	Partial financial support	SC/ST/SBC/OBC-BPL students
Jay Prakash Narayan Scholarship	Need-based financial aid	Students from Bihar with minimum 60% in graduation

• Merit scholarships apply to tuition fees and require 75% minimum attendance throughout the programme.
• Scholarship applications are processed through the SGVU admissions portal at the time of enrolment.

SGVU BLIS FAQs

Ques. What is the duration and structure of BLIS at SGVU?

Ans. The Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) at SGVU is a 1-year professional programme for graduates. It covers subjects such as library classification, cataloguing, information retrieval, digital library management, and reference services. The programme equips students with the practical skills needed for roles as librarians, information officers, and knowledge managers in various organizations.

Ques. Is any entrance exam required for BLIS admission at SGVU?

Ans. No entrance exam is required for BLIS admission at SGVU. The programme follows a merit-based selection process where candidates are shortlisted based on their graduation aggregate percentage. Any graduate with at least 50% marks in any stream from a recognized university is eligible to apply directly through the SGVU admissions portal.

Ques. What is the total fee for BLIS at SGVU?

Ans. The total fee for the 1-year BLIS programme at SGVU is INR 60,000, which covers the entire academic session. Payment is accepted via debit card, credit card, or net banking. Scholarship schemes are available for eligible students that can waive a portion or all of the tuition fee based on academic performance in the qualifying graduation degree.

Ques. What career options are available after BLIS from SGVU?

Ans. BLIS graduates from SGVU can pursue careers as librarians, library assistants, documentation officers, and information managers in schools, colleges, hospitals, government offices, corporate firms, and public libraries. They are also eligible to appear for government recruitment exams for library posts at the central and state level. Graduates may further pursue MLIS for a higher qualification in library science.

Ques. Can graduates from any stream apply for BLIS at SGVU?

Ans. Yes, graduates from any academic stream including Arts, Science, and Commerce are eligible to apply for BLIS at SGVU, provided they have at least 50% aggregate marks in their bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. There is no restriction on the subject background of the applicant for BLIS admission at SGVU.

Ques. Does SGVU offer any progression after BLIS for library science students?

Ans. While SGVU currently offers BLIS as a 1-year programme under its School of Interdisciplinary and Liberal Studies, graduates can seek MLIS or MLISc (Master of Library and Information Science) from other recognized universities for higher qualification. Completing BLIS from SGVU also makes graduates eligible for library-specific competitive exams and professional development certifications in information science.