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

Swami Vivekanand Subharti University (SVSU) offers a 1-year Bachelor of Library and Information Science program at its Meerut campus through the Subharti College of Library and Information Science. Admission is through SNET or merit, with a total fee of INR 27,300. The program prepares graduates for library management roles in schools, colleges, public libraries, and information centres. Eligibility requires a bachelor’s degree from any recognised university, making it accessible to graduates across disciplines.

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

SVSU BLib Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Annual Course Fee (Tuition and University Charges)	INR 27,300
Total Fees (1 Year)	INR 27,300

• Annual fee includes tuition, examination, and university development charges.
• Application fee of INR 1,650 is payable separately and is non-refundable.

SVSU BLib Admission 2026

Event	Date
SNET Round 1	17 May 2026
SNET Round 2	14 June 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026

• Rolling merit admissions continue until class commencement in August 2026.
• Application fee of INR 1,650 is payable online through the SVSU admission portal.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years duration in any discipline from a recognised university
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying bachelor’s degree
• Minimum age of 17 years completed by 31 December of the admission year
• Working library professionals with a bachelor’s degree are also eligible to apply

Admission Process

• Register online at subharti.org or visit the Central Admission Cell at the Meerut campus
• Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 1,650 online or in person at the counter
• Appear for SNET or qualify through merit based on bachelor’s degree marks
• Upload bachelor’s degree certificate, Aadhar card, and passport-size photographs
• Receive offer letter and complete fee payment to confirm admission
• Report to the Subharti College of Library and Information Science in August 2026

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking a quick 1-year library science qualification at very low cost
• Planning to work as a school or college librarian in UP or NCR
• Working library assistants wanting to formalise their professional qualification
• Graduates looking to enter the public library sector through government recruitment

✗ Skip if

• Targeting academic library positions that require M.Lib or M.L.I.Sc degree
• Want to pursue digital library management or knowledge organisation specialisations
• Need placement support for corporate knowledge management or archiving roles

SVSU BLib Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
SVSU Girl Student Scholarship	5% on semester fee	Female students enrolled in the B.Lib program
SVSU Defense Ward Scholarship	5% on semester fee	Children of Indian Armed Forces personnel
SVSU Divyang Scholarship	5% on semester fee	Students with certified disabilities enrolled at SVSU
UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	As per government norms	Students from low-income families via NSP portal

• Multiple SVSU concessions can be combined up to a maximum of 10% on total fees.
• Students receiving any government scholarship are not eligible for SVSU institutional fee concessions.

SVSU BLib FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Lib at SVSU Meerut?

Ans. The total fee for the 1-year B.Lib program at SVSU Meerut is INR 27,300. This annual course fee covers tuition, examination, and university development charges for the full duration of the program. A separate non-refundable application fee of INR 1,650 is payable at the time of applying. No hostel charges are separately listed for this program.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Lib at SVSU Meerut?

Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years duration in any discipline from a recognised university, with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. Working library professionals who meet the academic eligibility are also welcome to apply. The minimum age requirement is 17 years completed by 31 December of the year of admission.

Ques. What entrance exam is needed for B.Lib admission at SVSU?

Ans. SVSU Meerut uses SNET (Subharti National Eligibility Test) or direct merit-based selection for B.Lib admission. Candidates who appear for SNET are assessed on general aptitude and subject knowledge. Alternatively, admission can be granted on the basis of bachelor’s degree marks and a campus interaction, without the need for a separate national entrance examination.

Ques. What jobs can a B.Lib graduate from SVSU pursue?

Ans. B.Lib graduates are eligible for school and college librarian positions, government public library roles, and entry-level information assistant posts. In Uttar Pradesh, the UP government regularly recruits for district library and school librarian vacancies. Graduates can also appear in recruitment examinations conducted by UPSSSC for library-related posts across government departments in the state.

Ques. Can B.Lib graduates pursue higher studies after SVSU?

Ans. Yes, B.Lib graduates can pursue M.Lib or M.L.I.Sc for advanced roles in academic and research libraries. SVSU itself may offer postgraduate library science programs on campus. Graduates can also appear for UGC NET in Library and Information Science to qualify for junior research fellowships or eligibility for assistant librarian positions in colleges and universities across India.

Ques. Is the B.Lib program at SVSU recognised for government job applications?

Ans. Yes, B.Lib from SVSU Meerut, a NAAC Grade A accredited university with UGC recognition, is a valid qualification for government library recruitment. Graduates are eligible to apply for librarian and library assistant vacancies under UP state government, central government ministries, and PSU departments that specify a recognised B.Lib or B.L.I.Sc degree as the minimum qualification.