Friday, March 24, 2017

PhD Programm in LIS, Calcutta University

Advertisement for Enrollment to PhD Program in Library & Information Science
2017-18 (RET 2017)

Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the Ph D programme in Library and Information Science, University of Calcutta, for the session 2017-2018. The candidates should download the ‘Application Form’ from the university website for the admission test and interview and submit the same along with the application fee of Rs. 100/- in the proper challan obtainable from the University cash counter (11 am to 1 pm) to the department.

No of Seat: 10 (TEN)

The last date of submission of application forms is 10th April, 2017 (within working hours).

Written test will be held on the following basis:
  • 1st paper – General Studies (MCQ); 80 Marks; Duration: 50 minutes 
  • 2nd Paper – Library & Information Science (MCQ); 60 Marks; Duration: 40 minutes
  • 3rd Paper – Library & Information Science (Descriptive); 60 Marks; Duration: 90 minutes

Date and time of Written Test – 22nd April, 2017 at 12:00 Noon
Candidates must obtain qualifying marks in each paper (General – 60% marks, OBC-A & OBC-B – 54% marks and SC/ST/PH – 45% marks) to qualify for interview.
The result of written test will be put up on the notice board of the department on 26th April, 2017.
The interview of the candidates comprised of applicants with NET/SET/M. Phil and qualified candidates in the written test will be held on 29th April, 2017 from 2:00 Pm in the Department.
The list of qualified candidates for the enrolment to the PhD programme for the session 2015-16 will be published on the Departmental Notice Board in 2nd week of May, 2017.

Address: 
University of Calcutta 
Department Of Library & Information Science 
Asutosh Building (3rd Floor), 87/1 College Street, Kolkata – 700 073