Somaiya Vidyavihar University Mumbai Answered Questions

Somaiya School of Basic and Applied Sciences offers full-time, three- to four-year BSc programme. The institute offers BSc specialisations in Data Science, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Information Technology, and others. The institute offers BSc admission based on merit and entrance exam. The institute accepts CUET UG and SVUET (Somaiya Vidyavihar University).

No, students can not get direct admission at Somaiya School of Civilization Studies. Somaiya School of Civilization Studies conducts the SVU Entrance Test and followed by an interview. Aspiring candidates must qualify for the eligibility criteria set by the school for the desired course. It is mandatory for students to qualify the entrance exam. 

Yes, Somaiya School of Basic and Applied Sciences admissions are open. The school has opened admisison for UG, PG and PhD programmes. The application forms are usually released by the school in the first week of April. Eligible candidates can apply for their preferred course on the official website of Somaiya School of Basic and Applied Sciences. 

Department of Library and Information Science (SVU Mumbai) offers a full-time MLISc course. Candidates seeking admission to the course must apply through the common admission portal on the official SVU website. While applying, they must compulsorily pay an application fee of INR 250. It can be paid through the online payment gateway available on the website. The application fee is non-refundable. It must be noted that the mentioned application fee is sourced from the official website. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

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.

Yes, Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts offers scholarships to students officially enrolled in the BPA courses. The institute has various types of scholarships to cater to a wide range of student needs. Check below to know the scholarships available at the institute:EWS (Economically Weaker Section) ScholarshipFor Students with Disabilities (PWD)Sports Merit ScholarshipAnand Rathi Scholarship

The Department of Library and Information Science (DLIS), Somaiya Vidyavihar University, offers a Certificate in Teacher Librarianship (CTL). It is a six-month programme. The mode of instruction is online and practical. Teaching sessions include seminars, discussions, workshops, etc. The programme is extended through digital platforms, such as Google Classroom. The programme also includes internship with public, private and academic Libraries at schools, NGOs, etc. The curriculum includes the following courses:Reading Technique & Book ClubWriting Publication & CommunicationTypes of Library & Digital CollectionMarketing of Library Services & its promotion

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.

Somaiya School of Civilization Studies admissions are currently open. The school has opened the applications for BA and MA courses. The application forms are usually released by the school in the first week of April. Eligible candidates can apply for their preferred course on the official website of Somaiya School of Civilization Studies. 

DLIS, Somaiya Vidyavihar University offers a PG Diploma in Digital Library and Data Management (PGDDLDM). Offered in the online mode, the programme provides candidates with the necessary skills to build a career in diverse fields. From the corporate sector to the academic sector, candidates have a plethora of job opportunities to choose from. Some jobs opportunities for candidates holding a PG Diploma from Department of Library and Information Science are listed below:Digital LibrarianDigital ArchivistInformation ArchitectureMetadata LibrarianData Analyst