MLIS Admission 2025: Eligibility Criteria, Entrance Exams, Fees, and Top Colleges
MLIS Admission 2025: Eligibility, Exams, Fees & Top Colleges
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program in 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor\'s degree in any discipline (BLIS or equivalent preferred)
- Minimum aggregate marks of 50% (may vary by institution)
- Some universities require qualifying entrance exams
Entrance Exams
| Exam Name | Conducting Body | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UGC NET (Library Science) | National Testing Agency (NTA) | Twice a Year |
| DUET | Delhi University | Annual |
| JNUEE | Jawaharlal Nehru University | Annual |
Fee Structure
Approximate fees for MLIS programs in India:
- Government Universities: ?5,000 - ?20,000 per year
- Private Institutions: ?30,000 - ?1,00,000 per year
- Distance Learning: ?10,000 - ?25,000 total program
Top Colleges for MLIS in India
- Delhi University, Delhi
- Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
- University of Calcutta, Kolkata
- Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
- Annamalai University (Distance Education)
- IGNOU, New Delhi
