Library and Information Science — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for Library and Information Science — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Communication Skills IV
Chapter 2: Self-management Skills IV
Chapter 3: Information and Communication Technology Skills IV
Chapter 4: Entrepreneurial Skills IV
Chapter 5: Green Skills IV
Chapter 6: Collection Development and its Management
Chapter 7: Human Resource Management
Chapter 8: Financial Management
Chapter 9: Functions of different Sections of a Library
Chapter 10: Library Classification Theory
Chapter 11: Library Cataloguing Theory
Chapter 12: Library and Information Services An Overview
Chapter 13: Library and Information Services ICT Applications
Chapter 14: Use of Computer in Libraries
Chapter 15: Use of Social Networking Tools
Chapter 16: Need & Importance of Communication Skills

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Library and Information Science?

The Library and Information Science syllabus has 16 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Library and Information Science chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the Library and Information Science syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official CBSE portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

How can I prepare for Library and Information Science faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for Library and Information Science — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Library and Information Science study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.