Head of Department
The Department of Library and Information Science established in 2001 with aim to provide LIS education to the students through effective teaching and practical training. Presently the department is offering three years (B.A.) Library and Information Science taught as a Major / Minor subject at graduation level according to New Education Policy
2020. One year Bachelor of Library and Information Science (B. Lib. I. Sc.) as well as offering one year Master of Library and Information Sciences (M. Lib. I. Sc), courses. The department is working with the vision to educate individuals for career as Librarians, Library Information officers, Archivists, Information Scientist and Knowledge Managers. The department has dedicated and experienced faculty members who delivered latest LIS education to the students. Many of the students passed out from this department are well placed and working in many senior professional positions in the University Libraries, College Libraries, State Libraries, R&D Institutes, Private sectors, Lecturers in the University, etc. The University Library is being used as a laboratory for the students for practical training under the guidance of faculty members and practicing librarians.
Thus, theory and practice are given equal emphasis through this integrated approach.
Mission:
- To impart quality higher education in Library and Information Science.
- To develop personnel with knowledge, skills and character lead to create, maintain and develop knowledgeable society.
Vision:
- To develop personnel with aptitudes and skills to face the challenges and needs of fast changing society.
- To promote research and publications by imparting quality and social relevant knowledge.
- To contribute knowledge to the discipline by research and publications.
- To contribute innovative teaching and learning methods in Library and
Information Science
Programmes:
| Dept. Name | Programmes | Seats | Duration | Fees | Eligibility |
| Department of Library and Information Science | Bachelor of Library and Information Science | As pr B.A. | 3Years | As pr B. A. | Intermediate 45% |
| Department of Library and Information Science | Bachelor of Library and Information Science | 60 | 1Year | 19850 /- | Graduation any discipline |
| Department of Library and Information Science | Master of Library and Information Science | 40 | 1 Year | 21850 /- | Bachelor Degree in Library and Information Science |
Proposed Courses:
- Ph.D. in Library and Information Science
- According to New Education Policy 2020, Interdisciplinary courses at graduation level as an optional paper