Best Library & Information Science Institutes in Sasaram - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

In Bihar,  there are over 20 Best Library and Information Science colleges, of which 10 are government and 9 are private colleges offer  (LIS) courses.
Some of the Top colleges are LNMU, BRABU, Magadh University, TMBU, Patna University, Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Dr. C.V. Raman University, Bihar, Nalanda Open University - NOU,  are among the options for students.

Library and information science are linked with the library and information Science courses it is the field of study that involves the management and organisation of information, and centres on the documentation that records our stories, memory, history, and knowledge. To get admission in this course to need to qualify for some entrance exams depending on the level of courses, (UG- CUET or PG- CUET PG ). You can apply for full-time and distance/correspondence, based on your preferences, Some of the famous colleges for LIS courses in Bihar are LNMU - Lalit Narayan Mithila University, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University, Magadh University etc..

Admission to library and information Science courses involves meeting eligibility criteria, appearing for entrance exams, and applying to colleges or universities. The admission process may vary by institution and on the level of course you are applying for. 

Diploma:

• Candidates need to pass class 12, in any stream from a recognised board.
• The admission process is Based on merit or interviews.
• There are no specific requirements for any of the subjects or certain age limits. 

Undergraduate:

•  Completion of Class 12 with a minimum percentage (50-60%).
•  Admission can be merit-based (Class 12 marks) or through entrance exams  (e.g., CUET).
• There are no specific requirements for any of the subjects or certain age limits.

Postgraduate:

• Students need a  Bachelor's degree with 50-60% marks (preferably in LIS).
• Submit the application form online with documents and fees.
• The selection process is Based on merit or entrance exams like CUET PG or any state-based entrance exams.

Hi, let me answer this questions for you, Yes, an LIS degree is necessary for becoming a Librarian, you typically need a bachelor's degree or a master's degree, it totally depends on the instituions, especially in government and academic institutions. 
Library and Information Science (LIS) courses teach how to handle and organize information, this degree mainly focuses on Information Management and combines library science, an applied information science, with other academic disciplines.

Entry-level jobs in libraries may become available to people with a certificate in library and information science. Here are a few points related to the scope of certification courses in library and information science. 

•  It equips workers with abilities for jobs involving shelving, circulation, and customer service.
• Information management opportunities are available in several industries.
• Database administration and other IT skills essential to libraries are covered in the curriculum.
• A bachelor's or master's degree will help further education, that can help enhance professional opportunities.

As of now, there is no information about the Magadh University ranking. For complete Magadh University ranking details please keep visiting the official website. Till then fill out the complete Magadh University application form and apply online for admission to various courses.

Patna University offers over 135 courses, including 18 undergraduate, 42 postgraduate, and 38 doctoral programmes in the streams such as Science, Commerce, Law, Management, Arts, Mass Communication, Education, etc. The university also offers a range of Diploma courses and certificates. The entrance exams accepted by the university include MAT. CMAT BEET, MEET, PUCET, etc.

Nalanda Open University has several pros and cons of studying for various students. The good and bad sides are given below:

Good side of studying at NOU:

• In comparison to other regular universities, NOU is affordable in terms of everything. The tuition fee, along with other fee components is lower.
• The system of distance learning is flexible for students living in different parts of the nation.
• NOU offers UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate courses across various specialisations. All these courses are recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Distance Education Council (DEC). 

Bad sides of studying at NOU:

• Due to the distance learning mode, students lack interaction with the faculty. This can impact the learning experience of students. 
• Open universities such as NOU Bihar and Patna IGNOU often lack placement opportunities, practical training and exposure.
• Students miss out on extra-curricular activities, vibrant college life, fests, events, internships and seminars.

The fee structure at LNMU may vary for different courses and specialisation. Usually, the fee ranges betwenn INR 3.6K to INR 1.10 Lacs. However, total tuition fees for some of the popular courses are as follows:

Course	Total Tuition Fees
BEd	INR 1 Lacs
MBA/PGDM	INR 50 K - INR 1.1 Lacs
BE/BTech	INR 1.68 Lacs
BCom	INR 30 K - INR 4.8 K

Yes, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University (BRABU) in Muzaffarpur, Bihar offers financial assistance through scholarships from the state government, central government, and other national agencies. The university also offers scholarships for female students. 

The state government offers scholarships to almost 100% of SC/ST/OBC, disabled students, and about 25% of other students.