Students of IGNOU MLIS can use this page as a simple index for previous year question papers across Master of Library and Information Science. The table below points to the individual course pages that are already published on IGNOU BABA.
12 course pages are currently available from this programme mapping. The available course pages include Information, Communication and Society, Management of Library and Information Centres, Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials, and other programme courses. Each course page should be checked separately because the number of available paper sessions can differ by subject.
IGNOU MLIS Previous Year Question Papers by Course
Select a course below to open its previous year question paper page.
| Course Code | Course Title | Previous Papers |
|---|---|---|
| MLI-101 | Information, Communication and Society | View Previous Papers |
| MLI-102 | Management of Library and Information Centres | View Previous Papers |
| MLIE-101 | Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials | View Previous Papers |
| MLIE-102 | Research Methodology | View Previous Papers |
| MLIE-103 | Academic Library System | View Previous Papers |
| MLIE-104 | Technical Writing | View Previous Papers |
| MLIE-105 | Informatrics and Scientometrics | View Previous Papers |
| MLIE-106 | Public Library System and Services | View Previous Papers |
| MLII-101 | Information Sources, Systems and Services | View Previous Papers |
| MLII-102 | Information Processing and Retrieval | View Previous Papers |
| MLII-103 | Fundamentals of Information Communication Technologies | View Previous Papers |
| MLII-104 | Information Communication Technologies: Applications | View Previous Papers |
How to Use MLIS Old Papers for Preparation
Start with the course that needs the most revision, open its previous-paper page and choose an available session. When you finish, check weak answers before moving to another subject from the MLIS programme list.
This approach keeps preparation focused and gives each course in Master of Library and Information Science its own practice cycle. Do not rely on past papers alone, because future papers may use different questions or emphasis.
IGNOU MLIS Previous Year Question Papers FAQs
What is included on the IGNOU MLIS previous papers page?
It lists the published course-wise previous-paper pages mapped to Master of Library and Information Science. Open an individual course page to see its available June or December papers.
Why can some MLIS courses be missing from the link list?
Only published course pages are linked. A course that is still in Draft or has no published previous-paper page is intentionally left out of the live link list.
Can old papers help with time management?
Yes. Practising a complete available paper within a planned time limit can help you judge pacing and identify questions that take too long.
Do old papers guarantee the next MLIS exam pattern?
No. They show earlier examinations only. Use them for practice while keeping your preparation aligned with the current course material.