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

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.

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 & 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

The college offers M.L.I.Sc, Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management, Certificate and PhD courses. The selection criteria are merit-based. However, the institute may conduct an entrance exam or an interview. Students can check the table below to know course-wise eligibility:Course NameEligibilityM.L.I.ScGraduate PGDBachelor's in Library and Information ScienceCertificate Class 12 for Library & Information ScienceCertificate in Teacher LibrarianshipGraduate  

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=2Step 2: Verify EmailStep 3: Fill Application Form OnlineStep 4: Appear for Entrance Test And/OR Interview ( If Applicable)Step 5:Provisional Admission - Selected candidates receive an offer letterStep 6: Document VerificationStep 7: Confirm Admission - Provisional admission is confirmed on the basis of payment of the seat acceptance fee, subject to document verification.