IGNOU PGDLAN Admission 2026: Course Details, Eligibility & Fees

IGNOU PGDLAN Admission 2025-26: Course Details, Eligibility & Fees

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) offers the Post Graduate Diploma in Library Automation and Networking (PGDLAN) for candidates interested in modern library management, automation, and digital resource management.

PGDLAN Course Details

• Duration: 1 year (minimum) to 3 years (maximum)

• Medium of Instruction: English

• Credits: 36

• Programme Code: PGDLAN

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science (BLIS) or equivalent.

  • OR

  • Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS).

• No age bar for admission.

PGDLAN Fee Structure (2025-26)

• Total Programme Fee: ?5,600 (subject to change)

• Fee can be paid online via credit/debit card, net banking, or demand draft.

Admission Process

1. Online Registration: Visit IGNOU Admission Portal.

2. Fill Application Form: Select PGDLAN under the School of Social Sciences (SOSS).

3. Upload Documents: Scanned copies of educational certificates, photo, and signature.

4. Fee Payment: Submit the fee online.

5. Confirmation: After verification, IGNOU will dispatch study materials to the registered address.

Important Dates (Tentative for 2025-26)

• Application Start Date: July 2025

• Last Date for Admission: September 2025 (Extended dates may apply)

Study Material & Examination

• IGNOU provides self-learning study material (both printed and digital).

• Assignments: Students must submit assignments for internal evaluation.

• Term-End Examination (TEE): Conducted in June & December.

Career Prospects

After completing PGDLAN, candidates can work as:

• Library Automation Specialist

• Digital Librarian

• Information Manager

• Documentation Officer

For more details, visit the official IGNOU website: www.ignou.ac.in.