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The Department of Library and Information Science was started during the academic year 2007-08. The Department offers a professional Master’s Degree programme (M.Lib.I.Sc.) and a Ph.D. Degree Programme in Library and Information Science. In addition, an Add-on Course – Postgraduate Diploma in Library Automation and Networking (PGDLAN) is also offered in the evenings. M.Lib.I.Sc. course duration is of two years and comprises four semesters. Candidates who have passed any Bachelors Degree examination from a recognized university under 10+2+3 system and who have secured at least 50% marks in aggregate in Part III (main subjects) are eligible to apply for seeking admission to this course. In case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category, relaxation in the percentage of marks shall be given as per the University Guidelines issued from time to time.

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Vision and Message of Head of Department

Dr. Rekha. R. V.

  • Professor

Warm greetings and Welcome to the Department of Library & Information Science, Pondicherry University. Our vision is to build the trained human power to run the libraries and information centres effectively and efficiently in the present day scenario and missions is to impart quality Library and Information Science education and to offer skill based training for meeting the needs of global information society. Our curriculum is designed to balance foundational theories with practical skills and internships, Open Sources Software, fostering expertise in information organization, digital literacy, data management, and emerging technologies.

The Department, established in the year 2007 offers Master of Library and Information Science (M. Lib.I.Sc) and Ph.D. programme with an intake 44 and Doctoral Programme in Library & Information Science. In addition, PGDLAN (Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Automation) an Add-on course is also offered in the evenings.  We are proud of our dedicated faculty, dynamic research initiatives, and strong industry and academic collaborations with well-equipped ICT lab. I invite you to explore our programmes, engage with our projects, and become part of a field that empowers knowledge and transforms lives.

Thank you for your interest in our department. We look forward to supporting your journey in the world of Library and Information Science.

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Office Contact Details

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Programmes Offered

M.Lib.I.Sc. Master of Library & Information Science
P.G. Diploma in Library Automation & Networking (Add-on Course)
Ph.D. in Library & Information Science

Faculty

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Dr. R. Sevukan

Professor
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Dr. R. Jeyshankar

Professor
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Dr. Rekha. R. V.

Professor
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Dr. M. Leeladharan

Associate Professor
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Dr. Mangkhollen Singson

Associate Professor
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Dr. Kohila. G.T.

Assistant Professor
The physical and academic infrastructure comprises centrally air conditioned well equipped class rooms with LCD Projectors and Public Address System, Computer Lab with internet facility and required hardware and software for teaching-learning, Wi-Fi facility in campus, access to e-books, e-journals and institutional repositories, subscription to national and international journals and magazines, latest books on library and information science, separate hostels on campus for girls and boys, etc. The Department also organizes several events like study tour, workshops, seminars, guest lectures by eminent academics from India and abroad, etc.
M.Lib.I.Sc. programme is a professional degree. There is a great demand for the library professionals in the job market. M.L.I.S./M.Lib.I.Sc. postgraduates get placed as Librarians, Information Scientists, Knowledge Managers, Cataloguers, Indexers, Information Analysts, Reference Services Specialists, Consultants, etc. in traditional libraries & information centres and corporate sectors as well. Those who qualify UGC-NET examination can enter academics as an Assistant Professor or Assistant Librarian of a University or Librarian of a College. Those who qualify UGC-JRF can pursue research in the field of Library & Information Science with UGC fellowship. An added qualification of PGDLAN would place the student at a higher advantage in the job arena with the knowledge of automation and networking. Our recruiters include LIS Schools, all kinds of libraries and information centres, corporate companies like Tata Consultancy Services, Indian School of Business, etc.
The students are supposed to complete a project as part of the programme and should also undergo an internship for one month in a reputed library / information centre during summer vacation that falls between second and third semesters.
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