ArtsLibrary & Information Science

Librarian

Librarians manage collections, catalog resources and help users find information in public, academic, school or corporate libraries across India. Entry typically requires a B.Lib.Sc or an MLIS for higher roles; many universities admit via CUET or their own entrance tests.

Salary range

₹2.5–15 LPA

Job growth

medium

Work type

Office

Paths to entry

3 routes

Actions for your grade

Focus on subjects like languages, social sciences and basic IT
Volunteer at public or school libraries to understand routines
Start simple projects cataloguing books or resources

Actions for your grade

Focus on subjects like languages, social sciences and basic IT
Volunteer at public or school libraries to understand routines
Start simple projects cataloguing books or resources

Your complete path from Grade 10 to Librarian

Every step you need — from now to your first job.

B.Lib.Sc (UG route)

Arts

Many central universities use CUET; some state universities accept state CETs like MHT-CET.

Now
Arts Stream
Exams
CUET UG or MHT CET
Degree
Bachelor of Library Science (B.Lib.Sc) — 3 years
Colleges
University of Delhi · Banaras Hindu University · Jamia Millia Islamia
Career
Librarian

BA/BSc → MLIS (PG route)

Any Stream

Requires a bachelor's degree; PG admissions use university-specific entrance tests or merit lists.

Now
Any Stream Stream
Exams
—
Degree
Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib/MLIS) — 1–2 years
Colleges
University of Delhi · Banaras Hindu University · Indira Gandhi National Open University
Career
Librarian

Diploma / Certificate (distance & in-service)

Any Stream

Useful for school librarianship, upskilling or switching careers; many diplomas are distance-friendly.

Now
Any Stream Stream
Exams
—
Degree
Diploma/Certificate in Library Science (6 months–1 year)
Colleges
Indira Gandhi National Open University · University of Delhi
Career
Librarian

Entrance exams

Exam	Eligibility	Difficulty	Window
MHT CET Maharashtra State CET Cell	Class 12 PCM (Maharashtra domicile preferred)	Medium	Apr-May
CUET UG NTA	Class 12 (any stream)	Medium	May-Jun

Where to Study

Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.

University of Delhi

Banaras Hindu University

Jamia Millia Islamia

University of Calcutta

Indira Gandhi National Open University

Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.