Department of Library and Information Science Vidya Vihar Mumbai Answered Questions

Department of Library and Information Science offers diverse programmes to students at the PG and Certificate levels. The college is mainly concerned with the Digital Library and Data Management streams. DLIS offers various courses, including Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc), Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS), Certificate in Teacher Librarianship (CTL), etc. The fees of MLISc at Department of Library and Information Science is INR 1 lakh. 

Yes, Department of Library and Information Science PG Diploma admissions 2025 are currently open. The department is accepting online applications for admission to the PG Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management (PGDDLDM) course. Interested candidates can register their candidature for admission by visiting the official admission portal of Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU). Before doing so, they must ensure that they are eligible as per the eligibility norms prescribed by the department.

Admission to the M.L.I.Sc course at the Department of Library & Information Science, Somaiya Vidyavihar University is granted based on merit. The candidate must meet the eligibility criteria set by the college. Aspirants must pass graduation to pursue this course in this college.

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 EnvironmentE-resources ManagementDigital Library ManagementData Management tools

The Department of Library and Information Science (DLIS) offers two Certificate courses: (i) Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) and (ii) Certificate in Teacher Librarianship (CTL). The application process for CTL for the current academic year will start on June 1, 2025 and continue till June 30, 2025 (tentative). The application window for admission to the CCLIS course is expected to open in November and remain open till December.

The Department of Library and Information Science (DLIS), Somaiya Vidyavihar University, offers a six-month Certificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS). The course is meant to teach students with the concepts of basic Librarianship, organisation of Library Resources, Reference service in Digital Libraries, etc. Some career paths available for candidates who hold a CCLIS from DLIS are listed below:Information SpecialistArchivistDigital Asset ManagerKnowledge ManagerLibrary AdministratorInformation ConsultantResearch AssistantMuseum CuratorAcademic Librarian

Department of Library and Information Science, SVU, offers merit-based admissions to its MLISc programme. Candidates seeking admission must apply 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 INR 25,000 for seat confirmation. The fee must be paid within eight days of the receipt of the offer letter. NOTE: The mentioned fee has been sourced from the official website. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Department of Library & Information Science course admissions are based on merit.  However, the institute may conduct an entrance exam or an interview. The college offers M.L.I.Sc, Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management, Certificate and PhD courses. Students can check course-wise selection criteria below:Course NameSelection CriteriaM.L.I.ScMerit-basedPGDMerit-basedCertificate Merit-basedCertificate in Teacher LibrarianshipMerit-based

Certificate admission at Department of Library and Information Science, SVU Mumbai, is subject to the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria set by the department. The criteria differs for the two Certificate courses offered by the department. The minimum eligibility criteria for these courses, as per the department's official website, arre presented in the table below:CoursesEligibilityCertificate in Teacher Librarianship (CTL)Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised universityCertificate Course in Library and Information Science (CCLIS) Class 12 from any board

Admission to the Certificate programme of Department of Library and Information Science, SVU Mumbai, is based on the applicants' merit and availability of seats. Interested candidates must register their candidature for admission by applying through the common admission portal on the official website of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. 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 applicable fees for seat confirmation.