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

UPRTOU offers Bachelor of Library and Information Science as a 1-year distance mode programme for graduates seeking a professional library science qualification. Ranked 3rd among Open Universities in NIRF 2025, the university is UGC and DEB recognised. The programme covers library cataloguing, classification systems such as DDC and CC, information retrieval, and digital library management. Total programme fees are INR 10,000, and admission is merit-based without any entrance examination.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 15 August 2026.

Key Points

• Covers Dewey Decimal Classification, Colon Classification, and bibliographic database management
• Prepares graduates for government library posts that require a formal B.Lib.I.Sc qualification
• Includes study of digital library systems and electronic information resource management

UPRTOU B.Lib.I.Sc Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Registration Fee (one-time)	INR 500
Annual Programme Fee	INR 9,500
Total Fees	INR 10,000

• Annual programme fee includes the examination fee for the course year.
• Fee is payable at the time of admission registration on the UPRTOU portal.

UPRTOU B.Lib.I.Sc Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application for 2026-27 Session Opened	July 2026
Application Last Date	15 August 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

• No entrance examination is required for B.Lib.I.Sc admission at UPRTOU.
• A DEB ID from the UGC-DEB portal is mandatory before submitting the application.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognised university
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree (45% for SC/ST candidates)
• Candidates already employed in library or information services are also eligible to apply

Admission Process

• Register on the UGC-DEB portal at ugcdeb.gov.in to obtain a Distance Education Bureau ID
• Visit the official UPRTOU admission portal and select B.Lib.I.Sc for the 2026-27 session
• Fill in the online application form with academic, personal, and preferred study centre details
• Pay the registration fee of INR 500 via net banking, debit card, or UPI
• Upload scanned copies of graduation certificate, marksheets, and a valid government-issued photo ID
• Submit the hard copy of the completed application with self-attested documents to the nearest UPRTOU study centre before 15 August 2026

✓ Opt for this if

• Working in or aspiring to work in government, school, or college libraries
• Seeking a UGC-recognised library science qualification at very low cost
• Already employed and need a professional library credential alongside work
• Pursuing eligibility for library assistant or librarian posts in UP government

✗ Skip if

• Aiming for senior librarian roles that require M.Lib.I.Sc or higher qualification
• Expecting hands-on lab access or campus-based practical library training
• Looking for a degree with direct corporate sector placement support

UPRTOU B.Lib.I.Sc Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UP Post Matric Scholarship	Programme fees as per UP government norms	SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh
NSP Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Maintenance allowance plus actual course fees as per NSP rates	Minority community students with annual family income below INR 2 lakh
NSP Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	As per central government rates	Merit students with family income below INR 4.5 lakh per annum

• UP government scholarship applications are submitted at scholarship.up.gov.in.
• NSP scholarships are applied for at the National Scholarship Portal, scholarships.gov.in.

UPRTOU B.Lib.I.Sc FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Lib.I.Sc at UPRTOU?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). There is no entrance examination, and admission is granted on a merit basis from the qualifying degree marks. The application for the 2026-27 session is open until 15 August 2026. Candidates already working in library roles are also eligible to apply.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after B.Lib.I.Sc from UPRTOU?

Ans. Graduates of B.Lib.I.Sc from UPRTOU are eligible for library assistant, library attendant, and junior librarian posts in government schools, colleges, district libraries, and public sector undertakings in Uttar Pradesh. The degree also qualifies candidates to appear for recruitment exams conducted by state library departments and the UP Subordinate Service Selection Commission for library cadre positions.

Ques. Is the UPRTOU B.Lib.I.Sc degree recognised for government library jobs?

Ans. Yes, the UPRTOU B.Lib.I.Sc is a UGC and DEB recognised qualification from a state government open university. It meets the minimum qualification requirement for library posts in UP government institutions. Candidates should verify specific recruitment notifications, as some posts may additionally require clearing a state-level library eligibility test or written examination conducted by the recruiting authority.

Ques. Can B.Lib.I.Sc graduates pursue M.Lib.I.Sc after this programme?

Ans. Yes, candidates who complete B.Lib.I.Sc are eligible to apply for M.Lib.I.Sc (Master of Library and Information Science), which UPRTOU also offers in distance mode. The M.Lib.I.Sc covers advanced cataloguing, digital preservation, library legislation, and administration. Senior librarian positions at universities, colleges, and national libraries typically require the master’s qualification along with relevant work experience.

Ques. How is the B.Lib.I.Sc course content delivered in distance mode?

Ans. UPRTOU dispatches B.Lib.I.Sc study materials in printed format directly to the enrolled student’s address. Personal Contact Programmes are held periodically at regional study centres across Uttar Pradesh, where students can interact with faculty and attend practical library sessions. Term-end examinations are conducted at designated UPRTOU examination centres, and students are required to appear in person.

Ques. What documents are required at the time of B.Lib.I.Sc admission at UPRTOU?

Ans. Candidates must submit scanned copies of their graduation degree certificate, marksheets of all years, a valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar or voter card, a recent passport-size photograph, and a category certificate (if applying under SC/ST/OBC). A DEB ID obtained from the UGC-DEB portal is mandatory before the online application can be submitted. All documents must be self-attested.