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Purnea University M.Sc Library And Information Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Purnea, BiharState UniversityEstd 2018NAAC Grade B
Total fees
INR 1 Lakh
2 years, no living cost
Average pay
INR 2.4 LPA
entry library roles
Cutoff
45%
graduation marks, General
Placement rate
50%
small library science batch
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to jobs
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe degree and marks you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without living cost
07Will your score get you in?Score ranges by category and quota
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About Purnea University M.Sc LIS
Purnea University offers a two-year, full-time M.Sc Library and Information Science on campus. The course is a PG degree taught over four semesters for students who want library, records and digital information work. The university is a Bihar state university started in 2018 and it holds NAAC Grade B. The full fee without living cost is INR 1 Lakh, paid per semester, and INR 2.08 Lakhs with living and study cost. Admission is through the university PG merit process. You need graduation marks, usually 45% for General seats. The small batch has about 30 seats. Entry library roles often pay around INR 2.4 LPA.
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Fees
The full course costs INR 1 Lakh without living cost and INR 2.08 Lakhs with living and study cost. The tuition fee is INR 1 Lakh. You pay it per semester, four times in all. Living near campus is separate and depends on the room you choose. Study material is paid by the student.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 1 Lakh | INR 25,000 a semester, 4 semesters |
| Living near campus | INR 96,000 | INR 48,000 a year, 2 years |
| Study material | INR 12,000 | INR 6,000 a year, 2 years |
| Total, no living cost | INR 1 Lakh | Full course |
| Total with living cost | INR 2.08 Lakhs | Full course |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Admission Dates
The 2027 form is expected in Jan 2027 and classes are expected in Aug 2027. The university has not released the full calendar yet. Watch the PG merit notice, the document check notice and the class start notice.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PG application form, last date to apply | Jan 2027 to Feb 2027 | Tentative |
| Department screening | Mar 2027 | Tentative |
| PG merit list result | Apr 2027 | Tentative |
| Round 1 seat offer | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee payment | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Document check and reporting | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Eligibility
You need a graduation degree and 45% marks for General seats. Reserved seats may get the Bihar rule relaxation. You should keep your mark sheet ready before the form opens, because the merit list reads the marks you enter.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | Graduation from a UGC listed university |
| Marks | 45% for General seats |
| Reserved seats | Relaxation as per Bihar rules |
| Route | PG merit list from the university |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Admission Process
The university takes the form first and then makes the PG merit list. You fill the form, upload papers and check the offer list. If your name appears, you pay the fee and report with original papers.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Fill PG form | Enter marks and upload papers on the university portal |
| 2. Check merit list | Read your name, subject and college in the offer list |
| 3. Pay fee | Pay the admission fee within the given window |
| 4. Report | Bring original mark sheets and category paper if used |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Cutoff
The General score range starts at 45% and reserved seats may start near 40%. These are graduation marks used for PG merit. A higher score is safer because a small batch can close fast.
| Category | Closing score range | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 45% | PG merit, expected 2027 |
| OBC | 42% | PG merit, expected 2027 |
| SC | 40% | PG merit, expected 2027 |
| ST | 40% | PG merit, expected 2027 |
| EWS | 45% | PG merit, expected 2027 |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Placements
Entry library and records roles often pay INR 2.4 LPA, and about 50% of a small batch may take paid library work first. The university does not publish a course placement sheet. Students should use college libraries, school libraries and local records offices for early work.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 2.4 LPA |
| Batch placed | 50% |
| Common roles | Library assistant, cataloguing assistant, records assistant |
| Recruiters | Libraries, schools and local offices |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Scholarships
The biggest likely waiver is INR 80,000 through Bihar post-matric support for eligible SC and ST students. Central Sector support can add INR 20,000 over two years. You need income papers and category papers where the scheme asks for them.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 80,000 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 20,000 over the course |
| EWS fee support | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 50,000 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 40,000 over the course |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Ranking
Purnea University has NAAC Grade B and was started in 2018. Collegedunia lists it as a Bihar state university. There is no course rank for this small PG course, so the grade and the state university status matter more.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NAAC | 2026 | Grade B |
| University status | 2018 | Bihar state university |
| Collegedunia listing | 2026 | 3.4 student rating |
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Course Structure
Year 1 covers cataloguing, classification and library basics, and year 2 moves to digital libraries and research work. The course is built for library practice, not only theory. You should start practice in a college library early.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Cataloguing, classification and reference service |
| Year 2 | Digital libraries, research methods and project work |
| Practice | Library records, user service and digital entries |
Should you pick M.Sc Library and Information Science at Purnea University?
This course suits students who want library work and can build skills through practice.
Pick it if:
You want library work near home: Purnea has colleges, schools and offices where trained library students can start.
You learn by sorting records: cataloguing and classification work starts early, so careful students get useful practice.
Your fee budget is small: the full course fee is INR 1 Lakh before living cost.
You have 45% in graduation: the merit route can work if your papers are ready before the form opens.
Skip it if:
You want a high first salary: entry library roles often start near INR 2.4 LPA, so growth takes time.
You need campus hiring: the university does not publish a course placement sheet for this small batch.
You want a large batch: the course has about 30 seats, so peer learning stays limited.
You miss document check: the merit offer can be cancelled if original papers are not shown.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you want library work and can do practice during the course. If you need quick campus hiring, keep another option ready.
M.Sc Library and Information Science Eligibility▾
Degree: You need graduation from a UGC listed university.
Marks: General seats need 45% marks in graduation.
Reserved seats: Bihar relaxation rules apply where the category paper is valid.
Route: Admission is through the university PG merit list.
Papers: Keep mark sheets, photo ID and category paper ready before reporting.
M.Sc Library and Information Science Admission Process▾
Form: Fill the PG admission form on the university portal when it opens.
Screening: The department checks graduation marks and papers for the merit list.
Merit list: Check the offer list and keep the course high if choice filling is used.
Fee: Pay the admission fee within the date given in the notice.
Reporting: Bring original papers for document check before classes start.
M.Sc Library and Information Science Admission Dates 2027
▾
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Tentative
Jan 2027 to Feb 2027
PG application form
The last date to apply is expected in Feb 2027.
Tentative
Mar 2027
Department screening
The department checks marks and papers after the form closes.
Tentative
Apr 2027
PG merit list result
The merit list result is expected after screening.
Tentative
May 2027
Round 1 seat offer
The first seat offer is expected on the admission portal.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Admission fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the given date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Document check and reporting
Bring originals when the college asks for reporting.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
The first semester is expected after reporting.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Orientation
The department explains the course and library practice work.
Source: Purnea University notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Fees 2027
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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add living and study cost.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 4, INR 25,000 a semester
INR 1 Lakh
Add living + study cost
Living near campus
Per year × 2, INR 48,000 a year
INR 96,000
Study material
Per year × 2, INR 6,000 a year
INR 12,000
Education loan EMI
INR 1,686
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
240%
average first-year pay INR 2.4 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 3,507
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
115%
average first-year pay INR 2.4 LPA vs the full fee
Source: Purnea University fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you a seat at Purnea University?
Pick your category and quota. The cutoff ranges use graduation marks for this course.
Category
Quota
General · Bihar quota
60% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
45% to 59%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 45%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
General · Other state
60% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
45% to 59%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 45%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
OBC · Bihar quota
57% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
42% to 56%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 42%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
OBC · Other state
57% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
42% to 56%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 42%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
SC · Bihar quota
55% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
40% to 54%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 40%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
SC · Other state
55% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
40% to 54%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 40%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
ST · Bihar quota
55% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
40% to 54%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 40%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
ST · Other state
55% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
40% to 54%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 40%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
EWS · Bihar quota
60% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
45% to 59%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 45%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
EWS · Other state
60% and above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready for reporting.
45% to 59%: almost there. Later lists may still work for you.
Below 45%: not this year. Try again or improve your score.
EDITOR'S NOTE
A merit score is not a promise of admission. A small batch can close fast if many students apply, so keep papers ready and check every list on the university site.
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
Bihar post-matric scholarship
INR 80,000
State social welfare department
Paid every year if your papers and renewal are accepted.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 20,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid each year if you pass and keep the income paper valid.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS fee support
INR 50,000
College and state support route
Cuts part of the tuition fee when the EWS paper is accepted.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 40,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid after the state checks income and category papers.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to Purnea University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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Total fees2 years, no living cost
INR 1 Lakh
tuition fee
INR 1.10 Lakhs
INR 10,000 more
INR 90,000
INR 10,000 less
INR 1.20 Lakhs
INR 20,000 more
INR 95,000
INR 5,000 less
INR 1.05 Lakhs
INR 5,000 more
Average payentry library roles
INR 2.4 LPA
entry roles
INR 2.2 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA less
INR 2.5 LPA
INR 0.1 LPA more
INR 2.1 LPA
INR 0.3 LPA less
INR 2.3 LPA
INR 0.1 LPA less
INR 2.4 LPA
Same pay
Placement ratesmall course batch
50%
small batch
45%
5 points lower
52%
2 points higher
42%
8 points lower
48%
2 points lower
50%
Same placement
Closing rankMerit score, General
45
expected 2027
50
5 places easier
42
3 places tougher
48
3 places easier
44
1 places tougher
45
Same cutoff
Seatslatest intake
30
course seats
40
10 more
25
5 fewer
30
Same seats
35
5 more
30
Same seats
In short
If you want a lower fee and can travel to Patna, compare the merit list first. If Purnea is closer and affordable, this seat is easier to manage.
In short
If you want a lower fee and can travel to Darbhanga, compare the merit list first. If Purnea is closer and affordable, this seat is easier to manage.
In short
If you want a lower fee and can travel to Bodh Gaya, compare the merit list first. If Purnea is closer and affordable, this seat is easier to manage.
In short
If you want a lower fee and can travel to Bhagalpur, compare the merit list first. If Purnea is closer and affordable, this seat is easier to manage.
In short
If you want a lower fee and can travel to Muzaffarpur, compare the merit list first. If Purnea is closer and affordable, this seat is easier to manage.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on Purnea University M.Sc Library and Information Science
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is this course worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want library or records work and need a low fee. The full course fee without living cost is INR 1 Lakh, and entry roles often pay around INR 2.4 LPA. If you can do library practice during the course, the fee is manageable. Check the job market near your home before you join.
Should I take this course if I only have 45% in graduation?▾
It can be worth trying, but do not count on one list. General seats usually need 45% as the base score, and a small batch of about 30 seats can close fast. Fill the form correctly, keep papers ready and check every merit list. If your score is near 45%, keep another PG option ready.
What job can I get after this course?▾
You can start with library assistant, cataloguing assistant or records assistant roles. The page uses INR 2.4 LPA as an entry pay guide, not a promised campus offer. The university does not publish a course placement sheet. Build practice in cataloguing and digital entries during the two years.
Who should pick M.Sc Library and Information Science here?▾
Pick it if you like books, records, data entries and quiet service work. The course is low fee at INR 1 Lakh and fits students who want library jobs near Purnea or nearby districts. It also suits students who may later take library exams. Do not pick it only because it is a PG degree.
Who should skip this course at Purnea University?▾
Skip it if you need strong campus hiring or a high first salary. Entry library roles often start near INR 2.4 LPA, and the university does not publish a course placement sheet. You must search for school, college and office library roles yourself. Choose another course if you want faster private hiring.
Is this course good for higher studies?▾
Yes, if you want to move into library science research, digital archives or a later Ph.D. The two-year course gives a PG base and teaches cataloguing, classification and digital library work. Keep your project strong in year 2. Ask the department early about research topics and faculty support.
Is the small batch a good thing or a problem?▾
It helps if you want closer teacher attention, but it can limit peer learning. The page uses about 30 seats, so the class may feel small. That is useful for practice work, but it also means the merit list can close quickly. Apply early and keep all papers ready.
Should I join if I want a government library job?▾
Yes, if you also prepare outside class. This degree can support library job applications, but it does not give a job by itself. The fee is low at INR 1 Lakh, so it leaves room for exam preparation. Check each job notice for its exact degree name before you apply.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes, because the listed tuition fee is per semester. The full course fee is INR 1 Lakh, and the fee block breaks it as INR 25,000 a semester across four semesters. You still need to pay by the date in the admission notice. Missing that date can cancel the seat.
What is the full cost with living near campus?▾
The page estimates INR 2.08 Lakhs with living and study cost. The course fee itself is INR 1 Lakh, while living near campus and study material add the rest. This is an estimate because room cost depends on where you stay. Use the fee toggle above before you plan a loan.
Which scholarship should I check first?▾
Check the Bihar post-matric scholarship first if you are SC, ST or OBC-NCL and your income fits the rule. The calculator uses up to INR 80,000 for SC and ST and INR 40,000 for OBC. General and EWS students should check Central Sector and EWS support. Keep income papers ready.
Is Purnea city right for internships?▾
It is right if you want local library practice, not big company exposure. Purnea has colleges, schools and public offices where library and records work can be useful. The city will not give a large private hiring market. Start practice early and keep a list of nearby institutions to approach.
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