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

UPRTOU offers M.Lib.I.Sc through Open and Distance Learning mode, a 1-year postgraduate programme in library and information science for graduates seeking to advance in the library profession without leaving their current employment. No entrance examination is required and admission is merit-based. Total programme fees are INR 15,000 for the full year. The programme covers digital libraries, information technology, library management, and cataloguing systems.

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

• UPRTOU delivers this programme through regional centres in Prayagraj, Lucknow, Varanasi, Agra, Gorakhpur, Meerut, Bareilly, and Jhansi, and over 1,400 learner support centres across Uttar Pradesh.

UPRTOU M.Lib.I.Sc Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition and Study Material Fee (1 year)	INR 15,000
Total Fees	INR 15,000

• Printed self-learning study materials are included and dispatched to students without extra charge.
• No hostel charges apply as this is a fully distance mode programme with no residential component.

UPRTOU M.Lib.I.Sc Admission 2026

Event	Date
July Session Application Window Opens	Jul 1, 2026
Last Date to Apply	Aug 15, 2026

• No entrance test is required for M.Lib.I.Sc at UPRTOU.
• Candidates must generate their ABC ID and DEB ID before applying online.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Library Science from a recognized university or equivalent qualification accepted by UPRTOU
• Candidates must hold a valid ABC ID and DEB ID as required by national open and distance learning norms
• No age restriction is specified for admission to this one-year postgraduate programme

Admission Process

• Generate ABC ID from the Academic Bank of Credits portal and DEB ID from the Distance Education Bureau portal
• Register and apply online through the official UPRTOU admission portal before August 15, 2026
• Upload qualifying degree marksheets, certificates, and government-issued ID proof
• Pay the full programme fee of INR 15,000 online to confirm enrollment
• Receive printed self-learning study materials dispatched to the registered address after enrollment
• Attend counselling sessions at the nearest UPRTOU regional or learner support centre as scheduled

✓ Opt for this if

• Already working in a library and need a recognized postgraduate degree
• B.Lib graduate seeking to qualify for senior librarian or information officer roles
• Cannot afford to stop working for a full-time on-campus M.Lib programme
• Prefer a government open university qualification at affordable fees

✗ Skip if

• Prefer a regular on-campus M.Lib programme with lab and practical infrastructure
• Looking for a programme from a central or NAAC A-grade university for higher recognition
• Want campus placement assistance and placement cell support in the library sector
• Seeking a 2-year M.Lib.I.Sc with broader research and dissertation components

UPRTOU M.Lib.I.Sc Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UP Post-Matric Scholarship	As per government norms	SC, ST, OBC, General EWS students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	As per government norms	Meritorious students from economically weaker sections
PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme	Education loan with interest subsidy	Students eligible for PM Vidyalaxmi education financing benefit

• UP state scholarships are processed through the state scholarship portal before the annual deadline.
• NSP scholarship applications require active enrollment confirmation and valid student status.

UPRTOU M.Lib.I.Sc FAQs

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility required for UPRTOU M.Lib.I.Sc admission?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science from a recognized university to apply for M.Lib.I.Sc at UPRTOU. The programme builds on the foundation provided by a B.Lib.I.Sc or equivalent qualifying degree. Candidates must also generate their ABC ID and DEB ID as required under the national framework for open and distance learning programmes before submitting the application online.

Ques. Is M.Lib.I.Sc from UPRTOU valid for government librarian recruitment?

Ans. Yes, M.Lib.I.Sc from UPRTOU is a UGC-recognized postgraduate degree from a state government university and is valid for applying to central and state government librarian positions. Graduates can also appear for UGC-NET Library and Information Science to qualify for assistant librarian and library documentation officer positions in universities and government institutions. The distance mode does not affect the statutory recognition of the degree.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for UPRTOU M.Lib.I.Sc?

Ans. No, UPRTOU does not require any entrance examination for M.Lib.I.Sc. Admission is merit-based on the candidate’s performance in the qualifying degree, making it accessible to working library professionals who have not appeared for national-level entrance tests. Candidates apply directly through the official UPRTOU portal and secure admission based on seat availability and eligibility verification.

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

Ans. Graduates can work as librarians, senior library assistants, documentation officers, information analysts, and library cataloguers in government institutions, universities, schools, corporate libraries, and digital content organizations. UGC-NET in Library and Information Science qualifies graduates for assistant professorship in library science departments at colleges and universities. The programme also prepares candidates for digital library management roles in government and private institutions.

Ques. What subjects are covered in the UPRTOU M.Lib.I.Sc programme?

Ans. The one-year programme covers advanced library management, digital libraries and digital preservation, library automation and software systems, information retrieval and database management, cataloguing and classification systems, and information technology applications in library services. The curriculum is delivered through printed self-learning materials dispatched to enrolled students, supplemented by counselling sessions at UPRTOU’s regional and learner support centres across Uttar Pradesh.

Ques. Can I appear for UGC-NET Library Science after completing M.Lib.I.Sc from UPRTOU?

Ans. Yes, M.Lib.I.Sc from UPRTOU is a valid qualification to appear for UGC-NET in Library and Information Science. UGC-NET qualification makes graduates eligible for junior research fellowships and assistant librarian positions in universities, colleges, and research institutions. The degree from UPRTOU, being UGC-recognized, meets the academic eligibility criterion set by the National Testing Agency for the library science paper of UGC-NET.