Master of Library and Information Science | M.LIS

Library and Information Science

  • Course Overview
  • Why Choose This Course?
  • Curriculum
  • Fee Structure
  • FAQs

The Master of Library and Information Science is a one-year postgraduate program conducted over two semesters, designed to provide advanced academic and professional knowledge in Library and Information Science. The program builds on undergraduate foundations and emphasizes higher-level concepts in information organization, library administration, information retrieval, and digital information systems.

The curriculum combines theoretical instruction with practical exposure through library laboratories, case studies, research assignments, and project work in Library and Information Science. The program addresses contemporary information environments, including digital libraries and institutional repositories, preparing graduates for responsible roles in academic, research, and organizational knowledge centers.

Job Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue diverse career paths, including:

Librarian – Managing library systems, collections, and information services.
Assistant Professor (Library Science) – Supporting teaching and academic library activities.
Information Scientist – Designing and managing information retrieval systems.
Documentation Officer – Overseeing structured documentation and records management.
Digital Librarian – Managing electronic resources and digital repositories.
Knowledge Manager – Developing systems for organizational knowledge sharing.
Research Information Officer – Supporting research documentation and data organization.
Library Systems Administrator – Managing library automation and information systems.

Focused Industries

The need for skilled library and information science professionals continues across academic, research, and knowledge-based sectors in India and globally, driven by digitization, research expansion, and structured information governance.

  • Education and Academia – Universities, colleges, research institutions

  • Research Organizations – Scientific and social research centers

  • Government and Public Services – National and state libraries

  • Corporate Sector – Knowledge management units, documentation centers

  • Digital Information Services – Digital libraries, content aggregators

Market Leader Companies

Indian Companies: National Library of India, INFLIBNET Centre, Delhi Public Library, Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Wipro

International Companies: Elsevier, Springer Nature, ProQuest, EBSCO Information Services, OCLC, Thomson Reuters

Future Forecast -

Library and information science continues to adapt to digital transformation, structured data management, and institutional knowledge systems. Professionals with advanced training remain essential for managing digital collections, research information, and organizational knowledge frameworks across sectors, supporting long-term career continuity.

Why Choose

This program provides advanced academic depth and professional specialization in Library and Information Science within a compact duration. It is suitable for graduates seeking leadership or research-oriented roles in information services.

The course strengthens expertise in digital libraries, information systems, and knowledge management, enabling graduates to function effectively in both traditional and technology-driven information environments.

The M.LIS. program has a duration of one year divided into two semesters.

Candidates must have completed B.LIB. or B.LIS. from a recognized institution.

Yes, the program includes practical training through library labs, projects, and research assignments.

The course develops skills in library administration, digital information management, research support, and information systems.

Graduates can pursue careers in academic libraries, research organizations, digital libraries, and knowledge management roles.