Emerging Research Trends in Library Science in Indian Academic Institutions
Author(s): Dr. C. Melvin Jebaraj, N. Muthukumar & Dr. N. Gunasingh
Abstract - Library and Information Science (LIS) in the Indian scenario is witnessing a dramatic shift, in view of the evolution of digital technologies, the changing trend in scholarship communication, and developments in the information needs of the research community. Research institutions have emerged as an important sector in the research and development of LIS, focusing on digital innovation, research assessment, user-focused services, and modern knowledge management techniques.This paper critically reviews recent scholarly literature to systematically identify the emerging research trends in the area of Library Science within Indian academic institutions. The study identifies key thematic areas of digital libraries, institutional repositories, open access initiatives, bibliometric and scientometric studies, artificial intelligence applications, information literacy programmes, and research support services. By reviewing the existing literature, the paper highlights prevailing research gaps, challenges, and future directions offering a comprehensive overview of the current LIS research landscape in India.
Keywords - Library and Information Science, Emerging Trends, Academic Libraries, India, Digital Libraries, Bibliometrics..
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.12.1.2026.2032
Cite This Article As: Jebaraj, C.M, Muthukumar, N & Gunasingh, N. (2026) Emerging Research Trends in Library Science in Indian Academic Institutions. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 12(1) 69-73. www.ijrls.in
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Paper ID: IJRLS-2032 Page: 69-73 Publication Date: 11 February 2026