Best Library & Information Science Colleges in Bhubaneswar - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

There's a requirement for different documents during the admission process of (the LIS) library and information Science program: Some required documents generally include Mark sheets and certificates of qualifying exams (10+2 for Bachelor's, degree certificates for Master's) Transfer certificates and migration certificate (for students from other institutions) Entrance exam scorecard (if applicable) Passport-size photographs Caste or category certificates (if applicable). 

The full form of LIS courses is Library and Information Science Courses. It is a 1-3 year degree, that can be pursued as a certificate, UG, PG, or PhD.  LIS ( Library and Information Science) professionals maintain documents recording the history, culture, events, literature, and knowledge acquired by the human race. 

The Library and Information Science courses will certify you to pursue a career in jobs as a Cataloguer, Librarian, Teacher, Digital Resource Manager, Archivist, Records Manager, etc. 

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We learn different subjects in this course in which we learn everything in detail but also there are elective subjects that can vary, but some common options include:

• Archives and Manuscript Management
• Knowledge Management
• Information Literacy
• Library Networking and Resource Sharing
• Academic Librarianship
• Special Libraries and Information Centers

Utkal University accepts different tests for different courses. Check below to know the accepted exam for few courses:

MBA: CPET/UTAM/CAT/CMAT/XAT/ICAR/TISSNET

BSc: 12th class exams

B.Ed:  Career and Entrance examination

Institute of Engineering and Management Studies has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
MBA/PGDM	Candidate must be a graduate from a recognized University.
BBA	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board.
PG Diploma	Candidate must have completed graduation from a recognised university.
UG Diploma	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognised board.

The Pandit Nilakantha College of Library & Information Science is offering scholarships for undergraduate courses. They offer scholarships to their most deserving students to cover up to 50% of the tuition fees as from merit.Furthermore, student can approach the state government for scholarships available where the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students provides a maximum of INR 10,000 per annum aid for the needier students of the college The college also provide scholarships for SC/ST/OBC and physically challenged students with INR 5000 to 20000 per annum assistance. for College and University Students, which offers up to INR 10,000 per annum The college also offers scholarships to SC/ST/OBC and differently-abled students, with benefits ranging from INR 5,000 to INR 20,000 annually .

Institute of Technical and Professional Studies provides programmes including MBA/PGDM, M.Sc, M.Com, MCA, M.A, B.Lib.Sc, M.Lib.Sc, M.J, Executive MBA/PGDM, B.Ed, B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, BCA, BBA in streams such as Business & Management Studies, Science, Accounting & Commerce, IT & Software, Humanities & Social Sciences, Mass Communication & Media, Teaching & Education, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Mathematics, English.

After completing the undergraduate level course under Commerce, the candidates can find various jobs at entry or junior level in Accounting, Commerce, Banking and Finance and related fields such as Junior Accountant, Operations Management,  Data Analyst, Research and Development Manager, Information Systems Manager,  Project Manager,  etc..

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Sambalpur University course cost differs and is dependent on various factors. The below-mentioned is the Sambalpur University tuition fee for three courses:

Course Name	Tuition Fee
B.E. / BTech	INR 2.9 Lacs - INR 3 lakh
BSc	INR 4,900 - INR 2.4 lakh
MA	INR 4,600 - INR 1.1 lakh

Note: Looking at the data given above, one can say that Sambalpur University is not very costly university. 

Shailabala Women's College has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Ed	Candidates with at least 50% marks in aggregate in the Master's Degree in Sciences/ Social Sciences/ Humanities (45% in case of SEBC/SC/ST/PwD) are also eligible. Age limit For General candidate is 28 years. Age limit For SC, ST, SEBC , Women candidate is 33 years. Age limit For PH candidate is 38 years.
M.A.	Candidates completed B.A in Economics from any recognized institute/university are eligible to apply.
B.A.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from any recognised Board/Council.
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from any recognised Board/Council.
B.Com	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from any recognised Board/Council.

Khallikote University has a supportive faculty which tends to bridge gap between concept and theory for the students. The faculty actively participates in delivering practical understanding of any subject to each student. Moreover, by conducting events, workshops, field trips and various other activities as a part of the curriculum, Khallikote Unitary University provides experiences and practical understanding of the industry.

                                                                                 

According to a 2022-2023 prospectus, Fakir Mohan University (FMU) may relax the cut-off percentage by up to 10% for students who meet minimum eligibility requirements. The university may also increase the intake capacity by up to 5% for some courses, subject to a minimum of one seat. 

• The minimum FMU cutoff for general category students for a BA (Hons) in Economics may be 84–94%. For ST category students, the minimum cutoff may be 60–70%. 
• For admission to the M.Com program, students must pass B.Com with 45% marks in aggregate. Admission is based on CPET and DHE. 

According to FMU, students are usually selected for admission through merit in the qualifying examination.

No, ASBM University is better than Behrampur University. However Behrampur University is older than ASBM University but students review goes towards ASBM University. In reviews Behrampur University rated 3.9/5 by 147 students whereas ASBM University rated 4.2/5 by 253 students. Aslo in no. Of courses offered is more in ASBM University (39 courses) then Behrampur University (37 courses).