Introduction

The Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Library and Information Science online (BLISOL) was started by IGNOU in 2021 in response to the demand for large number of trained human resource in the field of library and information activities. Such human resources are required to occupy various positions in libraries, documentation centres and information centres/institutions in the country/other country at various levels.

Objective

The Bachelor’s Degree Programme is meant to impart skills and training necessary for the effective organisation and management of libraries and information units in the present day context and providing varieties of library and information services with the help of IT. The main purpose of the Programme is to help professional development for those who are already employed in different types of libraries and aspire for better employment. It also provides a platform for the fresh entrants who wish to pursue a career in library and information science.