Department of Library and Information Science (DLIS), Mumbai provides admission to PG Diploma, PG and PhD programmes. Candidates need to meet the required eligibility criteria to apply for DLIS admission. Admissions at the Department of Library and Information Science are merit-based.
Department of Library and Information Science admissions are done through online mode. DLIS Mumbai PhD admissions are made based on qualifying scores in the SVU PhD entrance exam / UGC NET by filling out an application form, uploading required documents, and paying the admission fee.
Also See: Department of Library and Information Science Courses & Fees
Check the SVUET admission dates which are conducted round-wise in the table below.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Dates | 1st Feb to 30th April 2026 |
| Result Declaration | First Week of May 2026 |
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Dates | 1st May to 31st May 2026 |
| Result Declaration | First Week of June 2026 |
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Dates | 1st June to 31st June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | First Week of July 2026 |
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Dates | 1st July to 30th July 2026 |
| Result Declaration | First Week of August 2026 |
Candidates who are interested for Department of Library and Information Science admissions, must follow the application process given below.
Visit the official DLIS website.
Click on the “Apply Now” button.
Fill out the application form by providing all the necessary details.
Choose the preferred course.
Pay the application fees.
Click on submit.
DLIS provides admission to the Master in Library and Information Science (MLISc). Department of Library and Information Science MLISc admissions are done based on merit and availability of seats.
Course | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
Graduation in any discipline + diploma/certificate course in LISc + 5 years of work experience. |
Candidates must meet eligibility criteria before applying for DLIS Mumbai PG admission.
Candidates should register online at the official DLIS Mumbai website.
Next, fill out the application form online and pay the application fee of Rs 250.
DLIS PG admissions will be given based on the availability of seats.
Candidates should pay DLIS provisional admission fee and provide the required documents to confirm admission.
DLIS Mumbai provides admissions to PhD in Library and Information Science. PhD admissions at Department of Library and Information Science admissions are based on scores in the SVU PhD entrance exam. DLIS Mumbai PhD eligibility criteria is mentioned below.
| Course | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
PhD Library and Information Science | Master’s degree with 55% + qualifying score in SVU PhD entrance exam / UGC NET |
Check the DLIS Mumbai PhD admissions eligibility criteria before applying.
Register online at the Department of Library and Information Science official website.
Fill out the application form and pay the application fee.
Admissions will be given based on merit in the SVU PhD entrance exam or UGC NET-JRF.
Candidates should pay the admission fee and submit documents during admission.
10th mark sheet & Passing Certificate (Board Certificate)
12th 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
Passport size photograph
Migration certificate for students from universities other than Somaiya Vidyavihar University
PG mark sheet (for PhD admission)
Note: It is mandatory to submit all the original documents for verification during admission.
Department of Library and Information Science PG Diploma admissions are merit-based. Candidates need to apply online through the official website. Provisional admission will be given to shortlisted candidates. To secure DLIS Mumbai PG admission, candidates need to verify original documents and pay the provisional admission fee.
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