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

The University of Kalyani’s Department of Library and Information Science, under the Faculty of Arts and Commerce, offers a 2-year Master of Library and Information Science. The programme covers information organisation, library management, cataloguing and classification, digital libraries, information retrieval, knowledge management, and archival studies. Established in 1960 and NAAC A-accredited, the university in Kalyani, Nadia, West Bengal, admits candidates on merit through kums.klyuniv.ac.in.

📋 Admission Status: Applications for the 2026-27 M.Lib.I.Sc session at the University of Kalyani are expected to open through the online portal at kums.klyuniv.ac.in from August 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• Library Science masters at University of Kalyani
• Total fee INR 9,570 for the 2-year programme
• UGC NET in Library and Information Science eligible
• Flexible admission for any bachelor’s degree holder

University of Kalyani M.Lib Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 Fee	INR 5,060
Year 2 Fee	INR 4,510
Total Programme Fee (2 years)	INR 9,570

• Fee includes admission, tuition, computer and internet access, library, and examination charges.
• Hostel accommodation is available separately.

University of Kalyani M.Lib Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Opens	August 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	September 2026 (Tentative)
Merit List Publication	September 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling and Verification	September to October 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	October 2026 (Tentative)

• Register at kums.klyuniv.ac.in for Kalyani University PG admission.
• Admission based on qualifying degree marks.
• The department may hold a written entrance test.
• Confirm seat via counselling and document verification.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Any Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• 50 percent aggregate marks in the qualifying degree (45 percent for SC and ST).
• Merit-based admission through the University of Kalyani portal at kums.klyuniv.ac.in.
• Candidates with a B.Lib.I.Sc or experience in library services may receive preference as per departmental norms.

Admission Process

• Watch for the PG admission notification on the official University of Kalyani website at klyuniv.ac.in.
• Register on the PG admission portal at kums.klyuniv.ac.in and submit the online application for the relevant programme.
• Upload scanned copies of graduation mark sheets and certificates, identity proof, photograph, and signature.
• Appear for the departmental entrance test if notified, or await the published merit list based on qualifying marks.
• Attend counselling and document verification at the Department and pay the admission fees to confirm the seat.

✓ Opt for this if

• Graduates targeting government library or documentation careers
• West Bengal students seeking affordable Library Science PG degree
• Students planning UGC NET in Library and Information Science
• Any bachelor’s degree holder entering library management field

✗ Skip if

• Students needing strong campus placement or corporate hiring
• Candidates wanting technology or software-focused information roles
• Students requiring placement in private sector libraries or media firms

University of Kalyani M.Lib Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
West Bengal Post-Matric Scholarship	Up to INR 10,000 per year	SC, ST, and OBC students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year
Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship	INR 12,000 per year (UG) / INR 18,000 per year (PG)	Students with at least 60 percent in qualifying exam and family income below INR 2,50,000
National Scholarship Portal	Variable	Central and state government scholarships available through scholarships.gov.in
Kanyashree K3	INR 2,000 per month	Female PG students continuing higher education in West Bengal

• Apply for WB Post-Matric Scholarship at oasis.gov.in.
• Swami Vivekananda: 60 percent aggregate required each semester.
• PwBD students receive additional concessions under the Disability Act.

University of Kalyani M.Lib FAQs

Ques. What does the M.Lib.I.Sc programme at Kalyani University cover?

Ans. The 2-year M.Lib.I.Sc covers library organisation and management, cataloguing and classification using DDC and UDC, information retrieval systems, reference and information services, digital libraries and e-resources, knowledge management and information systems, research methodology, and archival management. Students undertake a dissertation project in the second year.

Ques. What are the eligibility requirements for M.Lib.I.Sc at Kalyani University?

Ans. Any bachelor’s degree holder from a recognised university with at least 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC and ST) is eligible. Candidates with a B.Lib.I.Sc or relevant library experience may receive preference as per the Department’s norms. Admission is merit-based through the university’s online portal at kums.klyuniv.ac.in.

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Lib.I.Sc at the University of Kalyani?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Lib.I.Sc programme is INR 9,570, with Year 1 fee of INR 5,060 and Year 2 fee of INR 4,510. The fee covers computer and internet access, library charges, and examination fees in addition to tuition. Hostel accommodation is billed separately by the university.

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

Ans. Graduates can qualify UGC NET in Library and Information Science for assistant librarian and research fellowship positions. Library officer roles in government departments, university libraries, public libraries, and documentation centres at ISRO, DRDO, and CSIR are available. Information managers and knowledge management professionals are in demand in corporate libraries, law firms, media organisations, and healthcare information centres.

Ques. Can I qualify UGC NET after M.Lib.I.Sc from Kalyani University?

Ans. Yes. M.Lib.I.Sc from the University of Kalyani is UGC-recognised. Graduates with at least 55 percent aggregate are eligible for UGC NET in Library and Information Science, qualifying them for Junior Research Fellowship and assistant librarian or library information officer positions at universities, colleges, and research institutions across India.

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

Ans. Students can apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (INR 18,000 per year for PG) by maintaining 60 percent aggregate. SC, ST, and OBC students can access West Bengal Post-Matric Scholarships at oasis.gov.in. Central government scholarships are available at scholarships.gov.in. Female students under Kanyashree K3 can receive INR 2,000 per month for continuing higher education in West Bengal.