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Bachelor in Library & Information Science

Bachelor & Master in Library & Information Science

Programme

Semester Pattern & Credit System

Duration

1 Year

Overview

The Bachelor of Library & Information Science (B.Lib. I.Sc.) and Master of Library & Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) programme aims to develop professionally competent information specialists capable of managing libraries and knowledge centres in both traditional and digital environments. The primary objectives are:

  1. To provide foundational knowledge of Library and Information Science, including the principles, laws, and development of librarianship.
  2. To develop skills in the organization of knowledge, enabling students to classify and catalogue documents using standard systems such as Dewey Decimal Classification and Colon Classification.
  3. To train students in information sources and services, including reference service, bibliographic control, indexing, abstracting, and user-oriented information delivery systems.
  4. To impart managerial competencies in areas such as library administration, collection development, budgeting, human resource management, and evaluation of library services.
  5. To develop technical proficiency in library automation and digital resource management using modern tools and software such as Koha.
  6. To promote research aptitude and ethical practices in information handling, documentation, and dissemination.
Placement

Career Opportunities

Graduates and master’s in library and information science can pursue professional careers in:

Schools and Colleges – Government and private institutions as Librarians and Information Officers.

Universities – Assistant Librarian, Documentation Officer, Information Scientist, and academic positions.

National Institutes – AIIMS, IIMs, IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other institutions of national importance.

Research Organizations – DRDO, ISRO, CSIR, ICAR, and other R&D establishments.

Corporate Sector Libraries – Knowledge Resource Centres, corporate information units, documentation centres, and knowledge management divisions in industries, multinational companies, law firms, and consultancy organizations.

Media Houses and Archival Units – News agencies, publishing houses, digital media organizations, and broadcasting institutions for archival management, information storage, content indexing, and digital preservation.

Government Services – Through SSC, State Commissions, UPSC, and State PSCs for professional and senior-level posts in ministries and national knowledge institutions.

International Institutions – Academic libraries, research institutions, and global information centres.

Career Growth – There is no limit; can grow up to National Librarian, Professor & Vice Chancellor etc.

Programme Outcomes

1. Comprehensive Professional Preparation: The B.Lib. I.Sc. & M.Lib.I.Sc. programme provides a strong theoretical and practical foundation for effective functioning in library and information centres.
2. Integration of Traditional and Digital Competencies: It equips learners with skills in knowledge organization, information retrieval, and the application of ICT and automation tools.
3. User-Centered and Ethical Orientation: The programme emphasizes quality service delivery, professional ethics, and responsible information management practices.
4. Foundation for Career Growth and Higher Studies: It prepares graduates for diverse employment opportunities and advanced academic pursuits in Library and Information Science.

Programme Specific Outcomes

1. Library Management and Operations: Demonstrate competence in managing core library functions, including acquisition, cataloguing, circulation, serials control, collection maintenance, and overall library administration.
2. Organization of Information Resources: Apply principles and techniques of classification, cataloguing, metadata creation, and indexing to ensure systematic organization and efficient retrieval of information resources.
3. Digital Library and ICT Applications: Utilize library automation software, digital library systems, institutional repositories, and online databases for effective management and dissemination of information in digital environments.
4. Information Services, Research, and Professional Development; Deliver reference, bibliographic, and information literacy services to diverse user groups while applying research methods and engaging in continuous professional learning and innovation.

B.Lib. I.Sc.

Bachelor's degree in Any Discipline (10+2+3), with at least 50% marks

** Relaxation in Marks as Per Govt Rule

M.Lib.I.Sc.

Bachelor's degree in Any Discipline (10+2+3), with 50% marks and B.Lib. I.Sc. with 50% Marks

** Relaxation in Marks as Per Govt Rule

B.Lib. I.Sc.

20 Seats

1 Year (2 Semesters)

M.Lib.I.Sc.

20 Seats

1 Year (2 Semesters)

As Per University Rules
Fee Structure

Merit Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees

Merit Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees

Loan Facility

Interest free education loan

Special Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees for: Ward of Armed / Para Military / Police Force Personnel (Serving and Retd, Non-Commissioned Officer), Differently abled candidate, Transgender

Fee Relaxation

25% Fee Concession for female candidate - B.Tech CSE & 26% Fee Relaxation for the students from Uttarakhand

Free-Ship Scholarship

Free education to one candidate in each academic program of the University who is an orphan

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.