PG Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management 

at Department of Library and Information Science, Vidya Vihar

Through its Department of Library and Information Science, Somaiya Vidyavihar University offers a PG Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management (PGDDLDM). The course is offered in the online mode. The course duration is 6 months. The course structure includes learning through lectures, discussions, practical sessions, tutorials, project work, and internship. The courses included in the curriculum of PGDDLDM are listed below:

• ICT and Knowledge Organisation in Digital Environment
• E-resources Management
• Digital Library Management
• Data Management tools

The Department of Library and Information Science PG Diploma application process is conducted online. Candidates seeking PG Diploma admission must follow a series of steps to compete the application process. Before applying, they must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria set by the department. Eligible candidates can follow the steps given below:

1. Visit the official admission portal of Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU).
2. Click on 'Register' and fill out the registration form.
3. Log in to fill out the pre-admission form with all the required details.
4. Submit a non-refundable application fee of INR 250 through the online payment gateway.

PG Diploma admissions at Department of Library and Information Science, SVU, are merit-based. Candidates willing to get enrolled in the PG Diploma programme must register their candidature by applying through the common admission portal on the official website of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. The received applications are evaluated and seats are allocated to eligible applicants based on their merit, branch preference and availability of seats. The candidates are informed about the provisional admission/ waitlist number through their registered email ID. Selected candidates must appear for document verification and submit the full course fee for seat confirmation.

Department of Library and Information Science (DLIS), Somaiya Vidyavihar University, provides PG Diploma admission to applicants who fulfil the preset eligibility criteria. Further, the department considers the applicants' merit, branch preference and availability of seats before the final admission. Selected candidates are also required to undergo a document verification process before final admission. Hence, getting direct admission to the PG Diploma programme of DLIS, SVU, may not be possible.

Department of Library & Information Science, Somaiya Vidyavihar University admissions 2025 are open. The college offers M.L.I.Sc, Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management, Certificate and PhD courses. Students can check the points below for better understanding:

Step 1: Register Yourself application.somaiya.edu/widget/#/signup? groupId=2

Step 2: Verify Email

Step 3: Fill Application Form Online

Step 4: Appear for Entrance Test And/OR Interview ( If Applicable)

Step 5:Provisional Admission - Selected candidates receive an offer letter

Step 6: Document Verification

Step 7: Confirm Admission - Provisional admission is confirmed on the basis of payment of the seat acceptance fee, subject to document verification.

Department of Library and Information Science MLISc admission is finalised only after the candidates have submitted all the required documents and the documents have been verified by the department. The admission of the candidates failing to submit the required documents within the due time is cancelled. Listed below are the documents required during the admission process:

• Class 10 Mark sheet & Passing Certificate (Board Certificate)
• Class 12 Mark sheet & Passing Certificate (Board Certificate)
• First Year, Second Year & Third Year Mark sheet
• Third Year Passing & Convocation Certificate
• Any valid address and date of birth proof; Aadhar Card
• Marriage Certificate or Affidavit for married female candidate (for change in name)
• Passport size photograph
• Migration certificate for students from universities other than Somaiya Vidyavihar University
• Candidate whose results are awaited must submit an undertaking

DLIS, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, has specified the minimum eligibility requirement that must be met in order to secure admission to its MLISc programme. There are multiple entry options for the programme and each has its own eligibility criteria. All these options are listed below:

• A graduate in any discipline from a recognised university is eligible to take admission to the first semester of the programme.
• Candidates with a Bachelor's degree, a Diploma/ Certificate course in Library & Information Science, and working experience of five years are eligible to take admission to the first semester of the programme.
• Candidates who have graduated with a BLISc degree or completed the second semester of MLISc from a recognised institute are eligible to take admission to the third semester of the programme.

Yes, it is worth pursuing MLISc course at Department of Library and Information Science as it is one of the renowned names among private colleges. It is a private college, recognised by the UGC and has been accredited by NAAC with an A grade in 2025. The Department of Library and Information Science courses are offered to students at the PG,  PhD, Diploma, and Certificate levels. DLIS Mumbai offers a MLISc programme to students at the PG level for a duration of 2 years. Further, the college has a panel of guest lecturers to inspire students in their respective careers and to give them tips and invaluable insights in every course. 

Department of Library and Information Science (DLIS) is a constituent unit of Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU). The university, through DLIS, offers a full-time MLISc programme. The application window for admissions to the programme are currently open for the academic year 2025-26. However, the last date to apply has not been specified yet. Candidates must apply soon to avoid missing the deadline. They can directly contact the department's admission team to learn about the exact application deadline.