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Department of Library and Information Science

About Department

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University introduced the Post Graduate Diploma in Library Science Course during June 1968, with the persistent efforts of the University Librarian Late Shri. N. A. Gore. During the year 1969, in all Universities in India the nomenclature of the course was changed from Diploma in Library Science to Bachelor of Library Science, hence the examination of the course was conducted as Bachelor of Library Science in March/April, 1969. Even though the course was started during the year 1968, the statutory inception of the Department took place in the year 1979. The Master of Library Science course was introduced during the year 1985-86 with the untiring efforts of the University Librarian Shri. R. G. Jogdeo. Considering the importance of information in day-to-day life, and its’ primary function of the Librarians to disseminate the information to their users, the subject Information Science and Information Service were introduced in the course, hence the nomenclature of the courses as well as Department was changed from “Library Science” to “Library and Information Science”. Department started facilities leading to Ph.D. degree from the year 1996. From the year 2002 the University introduced 2-year integrated MLISc course with semester pattern. The course is of 16 modules with 64 credits.

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History

Marathwada University, now since 14th January 1994, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University introduced the postgraduate Diploma in Library Science Course during June 1968, with the persistent efforts of the University Librarian Late Shri N. A. Gore. During the year 1969, in all Universities in India the nomenclature of the course was changed from Diploma in Library Science to Bachelor of Library Science; hence, the examination of the course was conducted as Bachelor of Library Science in March/April 1969.

Even though the course was started during the year 1968, the statutory inception of the Department took place in the year 1979. The Master of Library & Information Science course was introduced during the year 1985-86 with the untiring efforts of the University librarian Shri R. G. Jogdeo.

Considering the importance of information in day-to-day life, and it is the primary function of Librarians to disseminate the information to their users, the subjects Information Science & Information Service were introduced in the course; hence, the nomenclature of the courses as well as the Department was changed from “Library Science” to “Library and Information Science.” The Department started facilities leading to a Ph.D. degree from the year 1996.

Originally, the Department started functioning in one wing of the University Library, while from the year 1995, the Department has its own building. Prof. Yeshpal, the former Chairman of UGC, performed the stone-laying ceremony of the Department’s building, & it was completed during the year 1992-93. UGC was generous to give the grant of Rs.12.00 Lakhs for the extension of the Library & Information Science building during the 9th plan period. The construction work of the first floor of the department was completed during 2006-2007.

following persons worked as Incharge/Head of the Department
Sr.No. Name Designation Tenure
1 Shri N.A.Gore Librarian & Incharge 1968-71
2 Shri R.G.Jogdeo Librarian & Incharge 1971-89
3 Miss T.P.Jagtap Librarian & Incharge 1989-93
4 Dr.(Mrs) A.A.Vaishnav Professor & Head 1993-2010
5 Dr. (Mrs) Vaishali Khaparde Professor & Head 2010 to 2025
6 Dr.Dr. Shashank S. Sonwane Professor & Head 2025 to till date

Vision and Mission

Vision

To structure the Department/University to be an Epitome of Excellence in Research & Development , by creating and imparting time responsive Quality Education to address Changing Scenario, keeping Research and Development at its core, for ‘Anyone’ at ‘Anytime’ and ‘Anywhere’.

Mission

DLIS prepares professionals to exercise leadership in planning, implementing promoting the preservation, organization effective use of society’s recorded information & ideas.

Mission of the DLIS is two fold

To educate diverse cadre of students who have the foundational knowledge and competencies for developing as their career unfold, into formal & informal leaders in library & information environment & in the library & information profession in 21 st century.

To foster understanding of creation, organization, management, access use of knowledge information resources in libraries a multitude of settings & cultural communities.

Objectives

  1. Provide equal opportunities and ensure support without prejudice for gender, class, caste, economic status.
  2. To achieve this goal, the department will follow the principle of equal opportunity by focusing on inclusiveness with equal access to all.
  3. The department is committed to attracting students from rural areas, female students, certain social, economic & occupational groups, different states, as well as nations.
  4. Learn and teach on a worldwide frame.
  5. Develop academic programs that meet the needs of students, as well as society and the government.
  6. Prepare self-financed certificate, diploma, and vocational online courses.

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Dr. Shashank S. Sonwane

Professor & Head

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Department of Library & Information Science,

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University

Phone No. (office): 0240-2403367-68

Mobile No.: 9890922585

e-mail: shashank65@gmail.com

Dr. S.S. Sonwane

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Head, Department of Library & Information Science

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University,
Aurangabad, Pincode - 431 004

Email: head.libscience@bamu.ac.in

Head: 0240-2403367

Mobile: 9890922585

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MLISc (Library Information Science)

Course Structure

MLISC ( Library and Information Science )

  1. Any Graduate
  2. Qualifying degree percentage: Minimum 45% for open and 40% for reserved category.

View Syllabus of MLSI2 Years Revised Syllabus (click here)

OBE  Library and Information Science (click here)

Admission Process

(Admission process is over for the academic year 2024-25)

Pattern of CET

Pattern of CET For MLISC (Library and Information Science)

Students seeking admission to MLISc. (Library and Information Science) in the Department for the Academic Year 2016-2017 have to go through the CET Examination.

The final merit list of provisionally selected candidates will be prepared based on 50% Marks from Qualifying Degree Score and 50% Marks from CET Score. Students appearing in the Final Year (B.Sc. / B.Com / B.A.) or previously passed are eligible for the CET Examination.

Syllabus for CET

Library Management, Library Classification, Cataloguing, Library Automation,
Fundamental of Computer: Number System, Logic Gates, Input, Output Devices, Storage Devices, Semiconductor Memory
Aptitude: Logic Reasoning, Chart Reading, Graph Reading, Logical Questions
Fundamental and foundations of Information Science

Exam Pattern of CET

The CET question paper is of 50 marks with multiple-choice questions of one-hour duration.

  1. Section (A) Basic Mathematics: 20 marks
  2. Section (B) Fundamental of Computer: 10 Marks
  3. Section (C) Aptitude: 10 Marks
  4. Section (D) Fundamental and foundations of Information Science: 10 Marks
Pattern of CET For M. Phil. in Library and Information Science

Students seeking admission to M. Phil. in Library and Information Science in the Department for the Academic Year 2016-2017 have to go through the CET Examination. The final merit list of provisionally selected candidates will be prepared based on evaluation criteria mentioned in the evaluation.

Objectives and Features of the course

The course is designed to motivate technical ability through a research perspective.

Research work/dissertation work would be carried out under the guidance of the highly qualified teachers in the Department. To get research training to simplify Ph.D. work.

Syllabus for CET

The objective-type questions will be set for the CET examination. The subjects are: Library Management, Library Classification, Cataloguing, Library Automation, Fundamental of Computer: Number System, Logic Gates, Input, Output Devices, Storage Devices, Memory Aptitude: Logic Reasoning, Chart Reading, Graph Reading, Logical Questions, Fundamental and foundations of Information Science

Exam Pattern of CET

Marks: 50
Time: One Hour

Ph.D Program (Library and Information Science)

The admission for Ph.D. is through the PET Examination and as per the University rule.

Seats are allocated as per the available Guide’s quota.

Eligibility

Eligibility For MLISC (Library and Information Science)

Any Graduate

Qualifying degree percentage: Minimum 45% for open and 40% for reserved category.

Eligibility For M. Phil (Library and Information Science)

The degree of M. Phil. shall be conferred on a candidate who has satisfied the following conditions:

  1. The candidate must have a Library and Information Science Degree with at least 55% marks and 50% for the reserve category.
  2. Candidates of this University or of any other statutory University where the grading system is prevalent should have passed the degree in equivalent cumulative Grade Point Average.

Intake/Reservations

Intake Capacity Reservations

For M.LISc. (Library & Information Science):

Category-wise Reservation will be as per the Govt. of Maharashtra and Dr. B. A. M. University guidelines.

Distribution
SSC Board HSC Board Degree % of Seats
Maharashtra Maharashtra Dr. BAMU 80%
Maharashtra Maharashtra Other 10%
Other Other Other 10%

Note: 0% Seats in each Course will be reserved for Women Candidates.

3% Seats in each Course will be reserved for Physically Handicapped.

Over and Above Quota
Category No. of Seats
Service Man/ Ex-Service Man/ Freedom Fighter 02
Sports/ Debit Competition/ Youth Festival/ Any other National Level Competition 01
SRTMU 02
Migrated Service Man from Outside the University Region 02
Foreign Students (20% of intake capacity)
Son/Daughter of Martyr Soldier/ Officers of Kargil War 01

Important Dates (Tentative)

Admission Process is Over for the academic year 2016-17

Course/Program Fees

Course fees Structure:
Course Details
  1. Course Name:
    • Master of Philosophy in Library & Information Science
    • Master of Library & Information Science
  2. Semester or Annual:
    • M.Phil: Semester
    • MLISc: Semester
  3. Duration:
    • M.Phil: 1 year, 8 months
    • MLISc: 2 years
Course Fees

As per University Rules

Scholarships

Facility for son/daughter/ward of Secondary Teacher (S.S.T.)

Candidates who are son/daughter/ward of Secondary Teachers & seeking the tuition fees facility should submit their application to the concerned departments. The forms should be carefully filled in and complete in all respects.

Facility for son/daughter/ward of Ex-serviceman/Freedom Fighter

Candidates who are son/daughter/ward of Ex-serviceman/Freedom Fighter and seeking the tuition fees facility should submit their application signed with the seal of the District Ex-serviceman Welfare Board to the concerned department. The forms should be carefully filled in and complete in all respects. Application for BBC facility must be submitted before the last date in the concerned departments. Applications received after the last date will not be entertained.

The schedule of the application procedure for candidates of E.B.C., P.S.T., S.S.T., and Ex-Serviceman will be communicated to Departments through a circular by the P.G. section. EBC, PST, SST facility for non-granted courses is subject to the decision of the Government Authority.

Scholarship Govt. of India Scholarship (G.O.I.)

The Government of India (G.O.I.) gives scholarships for students belonging to the reserved categories. The online application form in the proper format and supported by the following documents must be submitted to the Post-Graduate Section (Admission Unit) before the last date. The applications received after the last date will not be entertained under any condition. AADHAR CARD No. is compulsory for Scholarship holder students. Management Quota Students are not eligible for GOI and Freeship Scholarship (Ex. MBA. MCA. B.Tech. Students of Management Quota are not eligible for this facility.)

  1. New scholarship application form with a passport-size photograph of the student must be duly signed by the competent authority.
  2. Application for scholarship forms must be submitted with attested copies of the following documents:
    • Transfer Certificate (Photocopy of original T.C.)
    • Caste Certificate
    • Income Certificate of the father/guardian (original) (issued by the Executive Magistrate)
    • Attested Copy of Death Certificate in case of death of the father.
    • March Salary Certificate of parents in case of service.
    • Photocopy of Mark Memo.
    • Certificate from hostel in case of student staying at a hostel.
    • Income Certificate of the husband must be given in case of a married girl student.
    • District change certificate must be given in case of a student coming from another district.

In case of a Duplicate T.C., no concession/scholarship will be given. Such students will have to pay full fees.

Scholarship will be issued to the students who have fulfilled 75% attendance.

The income of the guardian of the student should be less than the limit declared by the Govt. from time to time.

The caste of the student (Schedule caste, Schedule Tribe, Nomadic and Denotified Tribe, Other Backward Special Backward Categories) must be included in the list as per the govt. policy for reservation.

Students or parents of students belonging to Erstwhile Schedule Caste who have later converted to Buddhist religion (Buddhism) are entitled to obtain a scholarship.

Candidates applied for the vocational courses can obtain a scholarship whether they passed or failed in the course (Degree/Diploma) from the Arts, Commerce, and Science faculty. But such students cannot further change their course.

Candidates who have once accepted a scholarship for a vocational course are not allowed to get a scholarship for the next vocational course.

Candidates working in a full-time job are not eligible for a scholarship. But the candidate learning on leave without salary will be eligible for a scholarship.

Scholarship will not be given to more than two children in the same family. (This condition is not applicable in the case of girls) (The third child will not get the scholarship.) (Exception: If the second child is twins or more than two, consider as one unit.)

Candidates should fill out a new application form for a scholarship in case of his/her first admission. Second-year candidates do the process as directed by the Social Welfare office. A new application form should be filled in case of any gap.

Important notes about scholarships/Fellowships
  • Exam appearance is compulsory for GOI, Freeship, EBC, PST, SST, Ex-Serviceman, Freedom fighter, and other scholarship facility holders. Otherwise, the student must pay total tuition fees.
  • Scholarship facility is not for Certificate, Diploma courses.
  • In some scholarships, Tuition Fees are not transferred to the university/college account. Students must pay their tuition fees. (for ex. Minority Scholarship, Handicapped Scholarship, etc.)
About Other Scholarships:
  1. Vidyavetan Facility:

    The application form should be submitted in the P.G. Section within the period of 15 days after the completion of admission. Govt. Hostel Certificate is necessary to fulfill this form.

    This facility is only for SC, ST, DNT students who have completed their admission for professional Courses. ST Students must attach an attested caste validity certificate with the scholarship form, and if the Student is living in a hostel, then he must furnish a Hostel Certificate.

  2. Important Note about Scholarship:

    Candidates are not eligible for GOI, EBC, PST, SST, Freedom fighter, or any governmental scholarship if he/she does not attend the exam and will have to pay full fees.

    Governmental Scholarships are not given for Diploma/Certificate Courses.

  3. Other Scholarships:

    Candidates of the University campus can get the following scholarships by the Govt. of Maharashtra and University as stated below:

  4. Eklavya Scholarship:

    This Scholarship will be given to the candidate who has secured 60% marks in Degree Exams in the Art Faculty and 70% Marks in the Science Faculty Degree Examination. After submitting the application form in the proper format, the Eklavya Scholarship will be approved by the Director of Higher Education, Govt. of Maharashtra, Pune. The Annual Income of the parents of an applicant must be prescribed by the Government.

  5. University Merit Scholarship:

    After completing the admission procedure, the University Scholarship will be granted to the applied candidates ranking 1st and 2nd as per merit in each subject. Three candidates of M.Phil. can get this Scholarship as per the merit list in each subject.

  6. Post Matriculation Scholarship:

    Post Matriculation Scholarship for students belonging to Minority communities. The students belonging to the Minority communities (Muslim, Parsi, Sikh, Christian, Buddha, Jain) learning in the university.

  7. Scholarship for Non-Hindi Language Speakers:

    Non-Hindi Language speakers, who are studying in the Hindi language, could submit their applications in the proper format for the Scholarship for Non-Hindi language speakers. The Scholarship for Non-Hindi Language speakers will be given to four candidates only.

The scholarship holders of any kind are supposed to abide by the following rules:

  • Candidates will get only one scholarship at a time. Legal action will be taken against a candidate accepting two scholarships at a time. Students must furnish the form in the Hindi Department.
  • It is mandatory to submit the application form for a scholarship within the stipulated time.
  • The amount of the scholarship will be given only after its approval and acceptance of the amount of the scholarship by the University.
Name Specialization
Dr. Shashank S. Sonwane

Dr. Shashank S. Sonwane

Professor and Head

Qualification: Ph.D., A.D.I.S, UGC-NET

Email: shashank65@gmail.com

Contact: 9890922585

Resume

Dr. Vaishali S. Khaparde

Dr. Ms. Vaishali S. Khaparde (Kamble)

Professor

Qualification: Ph.D., SET, M.Lib.Sc.

Email: khapardevaishali@gmail.com

Contact: 0240-2403367-68

Resume

Dr. Khandare Jayshila Kundlik

Dr. Khandare Jayshila Kundlik

Assistant Professor (Contractual)

Qualification: Ph.D., M.Phil., M.L.I.Sc.

Email: jaya92.khandare@gmail.com

Contact: 9673638125

Resume

Library Management, Scientometrics

2 classrooms, 01 MLISc Lab, 01 M.phil Lab, 01 Research Lab.

Departmental Laboratory
  • M.Phil Laboratory
  • MLISc Laboratory

Research is conducted in a wide range of areas and employs various approaches including doctrinal and empirical research focusing on Library and Information Science aspects. The Department excels in the production of research that is empirically rich, conceptually sophisticated and policy relevant.

POST GRADUATE COURSES OFFERED :
  • Master of Library & Information Science
  • M.Phil in Library & Information Science

Selected Research Articles

Research Related Articles
Top 05 Publications of Dr. V. S. Khaparde
  • Nilima Nitin Deo, Dr. Vaishali Khaparde, Rohini Giridhari Landge (2023). Networking of court libraries: A Bibliometric study. Natural Volatiles and Essential Oil (Scopus indexed) European Chemical Bulletin (Scopus Coverage).Vol-11 Iss-12, eISSN: 2063-5346 DOI:10.53555/ecb/2022.11.12.357 Pg. No.-3989-3997
  • Shilpa P. Shahare & Dr. Vaishali Khaparde (2023). Congenital Rubella Syndrome: A Scientometric Study. Natural Volatiles and Essential Oil (Scopus indexed) Vol-10 Issue-01 Pg. No.-151-162, e-ISSN: 2148-9637, DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/nveo.v10i1.5603
  • Deepa Namdeo Gaikwad & Dr. Vaishali Khaparde (2023). Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding: A Bibliometric Study. Natural Volatiles and Essential Oil (Scopus indexed) Vol-10 Issue-01 Pg. No. -163-176, e-ISSN: 2148-9637, DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/nveo.v10i1.5602
  • Rohini G. Landge Dr. Vaishali Khaparde (2022). Lotkas Law And Pattern Of Author Productivity Of Orthopedic An Pubmed Database: A Bibliometric Study, European Chemical European Chemical Bulletin (Scopus Coverage) Vol-11 Iss-12 eISSN: 2063-5346 DOI:10.53555/ecb/2022.11.12.357, Pg. No.-3989-3997
  • Suraj Tayade, Dr. Vaishali Khaparde (2022). Mapping of Literature of Rainwater Harwesting: A Scientometric Study. European Chemical Bulletin (Scopus Coverage) Vol-11 Iss-12, Pg.No.-3977-3988, ISSN: 2063-5346. DOI:10.53555/ecb/2022.11.12.356
Top 05 Publications of Dr. S. S. Sonwane
  • Satish V. Dandge and Shashank. S. Sonwane (2023) Application of Lotka’s Law and Author Productivity in the Journal of Energy and Environmental Science, International Journal for Science and Advance Research in Technology, Volume 9 Issue 6, ISSN: 2395-1052.
  • Satish V. Dandge and Shashank. S. Sonwane (2023) Publications Patternand Collaboration trend in Physical Review Acclerators and Beam Journal: A Bibliometric Study, International Journal for Science and Advance Research in Technology, Volume 9 Issue 6, and ISSN: 2395-1052.
  • Raju S. Wandkhede and Shashank.S.Sonwane (2022) LIS Collection in Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Library (KRC): An Assessment International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods, Volume 10, Issue 3, ISSN: 2455-6211, Impact Factor: 7.429
  • Sandip B. Khandare and Shashank.S.Sonwane (2021) Mapping Intellectual Assets: A Case Study, Library Philosophy and Practice, (e-journal). 5494. ISSN: 1522-0222, UGC Care List Approved Journal.
  • Sharad B Khandare and Shashank S Sonwane (2021) Ph.D. Thesis in Library and Information Science 2008 -2017: A Citation Analysis Study. International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods, Volume 9, Issue 9, ISSN: 2455-6211 Impact Factor- 7.429.
Jayshila Khandare (Contract Basis) Top 05 Publications
  • Jayshila Kundlik Khandare & Khaparde Vaishali, S (2022) EXERCISE FOR POSTMENOPAUSAL WOMEN: A BIBLIOMETRIC STUDY Eur. Chem. Bull. 2022, 11(Regular Issue 12), 3998 – 4008; DOI:10.53555/ecb/2022.11.12.413 Online Journal European Chemical Bulletin ISSN: 2063-5346.
  • Jayshila Kundlik Khandare and Khaparde Vaishali, S (2022) MAPPING OF PEGASUS SPYWARE OUTPUT AT GLOBAL LEVEL: A SCIENTOMETRIC STUDY Eur. Chem. Bull. 2022, 11(Regular Issue 12), 3998 – 4008; DOI:10.53555/ecb/2022.11.12.413 Online Journal European Chemical Bulletin ISSN: 2063-5346.
  • Khandare Jayshila Kundlik (2021) Web 2.0 Technologies: A Study, APOORV KNOWLEDGE Peer-Reviewed International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research ISSN- 2348-2702 Impact Factor- 3.8511.
  • Khandare Jayshila Kundlik (2018) Benefits of Using Knowledge Management and E- Resources management in Univarsity Liraries Vidyawarta Interdisciplinary Multilingual Refereed Journal ISSN- 2319 9318, Impact Factor- 5.131.
  • Khandare Jayshila Kundlik (2018) Use of Library Automation Software in Academic Library Research Journey International Multidisciplinary E- Research Journal. ISSN- 2348- 7143 Impact Factor- 3.452.

Publication Output

Research Papers/ Books/ Publications
Research Papers
Sr.No. Authors Title of the Paper Name of the Journal Year Referred Journal
1 Vaishali Khaparde and Ramesh Sutar Evaluation of the Film Library of Films division in Digital Era: A Case Study Collnet Journal of Scientometrics and Information Management 2010 -
2 Vaishali Khaparde E-journals in library and information science: A Bibliometric study. International journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2011 -
3 Vaishali Khaparde Use of Internet by Research Scholars of Social Science Departments of Dr.BabasahebAmbedkarMarathwada University, Aurangabad International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2011 -
4 Vaishali Khaparde Pattern of information use by researchers in library and Information Science International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2011 -
5 Vaishali Khaparde Use of Information by Library Science Professionals: A Bibliometric Stud British Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2011 -
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Thurst Areas

Research Groups
  • Bibliometrics
  • Evaluation of Library Services
  • Costing and Cost Benefit Analysis of Library Services
  • Library Management (Academic & Public)
  • Digitization of Manuscripts
  • Library Automation
  • Indexing and Thesaurus construction
  • Systems and Programmes
  • Library Associations
  • Bibliography
  • User’s Survey
  • Marketing of Libraries
  • Information Consolidation & Repackaging
  • Vandalism
  • Information Literacy
  • Knowledge Audit
  • Productometrics
  • Websites analysis, etc.

Research Projects

Ongoing Research Projects
Ongoing Research Projects
Sr. No Project Name / Scheme
1 Completed ICSSR sponsored Major Research project amounting to Rs.7,00,000/- on “Productivity Pattern of Scientist in Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Aurangabad: A Bibliometric Study”
2 Completed ICSSR sponsored Major Research project amounting to Rs.9,00,000/- on “Self Archiving behavior of Library & Information Science Professionals in Maharashtra”
Completed Research Projects
Sr. No Title Agency Major / Minor/Amount Duration
2 “Productivity Pattern of Scientist in Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Aurangabad: A Bibliometric Study” ” (Investigator : Dr Vaishali Khaparde ) ICSSR ,New Delhi Major ,7 lakhs June2014 to December 2015
3 Design and Development of Database on Folk Knowledge: A study in Maharashtra” (Investigator : Dr Ashvini Vaishnav  ) Dept. of Scientific and Industrial Research, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India. Major,4 lakhs Jan, 2005 to August, 2006
4 Periodicals Management System(Investigator : Dr Ashvini Vaishnav  ) UGC Minor, 1998-2000
5 Library Orientation: An A-V package (Investigator : Dr Ashvini Vaishnav ,Co investigator Dr Vaishali Khaparde  ) Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad. Minor,3 thousand 1998-1999
6 Computerised Information Services for MUL(Investigator : Dr Ashvini Vaishnav  ) Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad. Minor,3 thousand 1990-1992

Research Scholar

Ph.D. Research Students List
Sr. No. Student Name Registration Date Award of Degree Branch/Title Degree Status
1 Dasgrath Varshil Bhagaji 8/7/2008 2-7-2013 Citation Analysis Of Social Science Doctoral Thesis Submitted To Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Aurangabad. Awarded
2 Chopkar Hemraj Duryodhan 2/7/2012 5-1-2016 Mapping Of Periodicals In Biological Science: A Study Awarded
3 Bobade Asha Ramrao 5/7/2012 5-10-2018 Pramana Journal Of Physics: An Analysis Of Citation Pattern. Awarded
4 Khillare Vijay H. 6/7/2012 26-02-2015 E-Journals In Library And Information Science: A Scientometric Study. Awarded
5 Fawaz Abdullah Hasan Alhamadi 6/7/2012 10-1-2018 Use Of Internet By Library Professionals In Capital City Sanaa Yemen. Awarded
6 Dongare Sudesh Nasiket 7/7/2012 7-3-2016 Citation Analysis Of Current Science Journal. Awarded
7 Jadhav Vandana Sheshrao 10/7/2012 12-8-2015 Citation Analysis Of Phd Thesis On Physical Sciences Submitted To Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Aurangabad. Awarded
8 Shelke Santosh 26-07-2012 22-12-2015 International E Journals In Library And Information Science: A Scientometric Study Awarded
9 Pratapurev SujataKariappa 7/10/2013 7-9-2016 Content Analysis Of Annals Of Library & Information Studies. Awarded
10 Patil Smita Shamrao 1/3/2014 22-05-2018 Intellectual Assets Of Faculties In Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded: A Bibliometric Study. Awarded
11 Gaikawad Satgurunat Dhondopant 13-03-2014 20-12-2018 Mapping Of Library And Information Science Journals On Doaj: A Bibliometric Study Awarded
12 Mohammad Faizuddin Mohammed Riyazuddin Siddiqui 12/12/2014 3-2-2017 Use Of Online Public Access Catalogue Of Selected University Libraries Of Maharashtra: A Study. Awarded
13 Ranveer Vishakha Bhagwanrao 12/12/2014 6-4-2017 Citation Analysis Of Ph.D Thesis On Mathematics & Statistics Submitted To Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Aurangabad. Awarded
14 Shirsat Arun Kashiram 12/12/2014 1-9-2018 Citation Analysis Of Phd Thesis On Commerce Submitted To Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Aurangabad. Awarded
15 Tupe Shilpa Kachru 12/12/2014 5-11-2020 Medical Sciences Periodicals: A Study Awarded
16 Ingle Sujata Dadarao 8/7/2016 9-5-2019 Management Science Research In India: A Scientometrics Study. Awarded
17 Muneshwar Bhimabai Subhash 4/1/2018 - Citation Analysis Of Ph.D Thesis In Economics Submitted To London School Of Economics And Political Science. Awarded
18 Landge Rohini Giridhari 4/1/2018 - Mapping Of Orthopedics Research Output In Pub Med Database Awarded
19 Bhagat Meenakshi Pandurang 4/1/2018 12-9-2023 Patent Literature In Pharmaceutical Sciences A Global Perspective Awarded
20 Dhage Santosh Vitthalrao 6/1/2018 - Mapping Of Golbal Research Output On Tuberculosis Awarded
21 Bawskar Sangita Shrikrushna 13-02-2019 3-10-2023 American Physical Society: A Bibliometric Study Awarded
22 Padme Satish 12/12/2014 14-09-2020 Productivity Of Pharmaceutical Scientist: A Scientometric Analysis Awarded
23 Nadhal Saeed Ahmed Al- Rahasi - 20-02-2024 Study Of "The Role Of Academic Libraries In Facilitating Undergraduate Studies: A Case Study Of The University Of Sana'a And Taiz, Yemen" Awarded
24 Deo Nilima Nitin - 28-03-2024 Networking Of Court Libraries In Maharashtra For Resource Sharing: An Analytical Study Of Present Position And Future Requirements Awarded
25 Kharat ShilpaVikram - 20-09-2024 Information Seeking Behavour of Students of Professional Colleges in Marathwada Region Awarded
25 Ambhore Sagar Pandit 4-1-2016 - Communication And Mass Media Research In World: A Scientometric Study Working
26 Khandale Deepjyoti N. 28-11-2017 - Global Research Output In Social Science As Reflected In SCOPUS Database: A Scientometric Study Working
27 Suryawanshi Madhuri Sharad 4-1-2018 - Mapping Of Global Research Output Of Neurological Science Research Working
28 Tayade Suraj Murlidhar 18-11-2021 - Mapping Of Sensor Patent Literature: A Scientometric Study Working
29 Shahare Shilpa Prakash 18-11-2021 - Growth Analysis Of Research Literature On Nutritional Deficiency In Children: A Scientometric Study Working
30 Kale Asha Kishor 18-07-2022 - Research Output Of Scientomteric: A Scientometric Study Working
List of distinguished alumni of the Department
Sr. No. Title Institute
01 Henry D.K. Samson University of African Nazarene, Nairobi
02 Lillian K. Nyakweba Maseno University, Kenya
03 Christoper K. Koech Moi University, Kenya
04 Job K. kepkebut Ergeton University, Kenya
05 Beatrice K. Otieno Kenya National Library services Kenya
06 Jack Oguso Daystar University, Nairobi, Kenya
07 Dr. Constatine M. Nyamboga Ergeton University, Kenya
08 Shri. Gedam Central Reference Library, Kolkata
09 Smt. Anjali Jahagirdar-Kulkarni Central Reference Library, Kolkata
10 Dr. MurariTapasvi National institute of Ocenography, Goa
11 Dr. AshwiniAnandVaishnav Former Prof. & Head, DLIS, BAMU.
12 Dr. SnehalataMohal Rtd. University Librarian, BAMU
13 Dr. Sadanand Y. Bansode Prof. & Head, DLIS, SPPU, Pune
14 Dr. RajendraKumbhar Prof., DLIS, SPPU, Pune
15 Dr. D. K. Veer Director, KRC, BAMU
16 Shri. Vijay N. Deo Former Assistant Librarian, BAMUL.
Achievements

The Department had made significant contribution in research and has published a good number of original research papers in various National and International Journals on the (diverse aspects) of Library & Information Science Dr. Vaishali Khaparde and Dr. Shashank Sonwane has participated in National and International Seminar and conferences and Dr. Vaishali Khaparde visited to Malaysia (Kualumpur) for paper presentation on 9th & 10th November, 2010. and also visited Singapore University Library & Thailand (Bangkok) University Library in November, 2010 (Annexure-I) Dr. Vaishali Khaparde got research grants of Rs.700000/- For her Major research project on Productivity pattern of Scientist in Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University : A Scientometric Study from ICSSR New Delhi. She has completed her Major research project in 2015 . She has also got Research grants of Rs 900000/- in May 2016for her Major research project on “ Self Archiving Behaviour of LIS professionals in Maharashtra” from ICSSR ,New Delhi .UGC has Sanctioned Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship to 09 M.Phil. & 3 Ph.D. Student of the Department. A good number of Student have qualified NET/SET) .

Fellowship Students List
Sr. No. Name of Students Fellowship Year
1 Arakh Shobha Bhimrao BARTI 2018
2 Gaikwad Deepa Namdeo BARTI 2018
3 Gangawane Savita Ravindra BARTI 2018
4 Khandare Amrapali Kundlik BARTI 2018
5 Khandale Deepjyoti Narayan BARTI 2018
6 Kale Asha Kishor RGNF 2018
7 Bansode Sanket Sukhanand MANF 2019
8 Salvi Amit Rajendra BARTI 2019
9 Yadav Prathmesh Lalbahadur MJNF 2019
10 Sonwane Vikas Bhausaheb BARTI 2019
11 Khandare Vaishali Dipak BARTI 2019
12 Dipke Ratnarakshit Sitaram MANF 2019
13 Dandge Satish Vasant SARTHI 2019
14 Mhaslkar Veerraje Ashok SARTHI 2020
15 Wagh Seema Ambadasrao BARTI 2020
16 Ingle Komal Sheshrao BARTI 2020
17 Bhujang Pranali Sunil BARTI 2020
18 Chavhan Appasaheb Ashok SARTHI 2020
19 Khodke Ashwini Sanjay BARTI 2021
20 Jawale Kajal Hiralal BARTI 2021
21 Telgote Diksha Sonaji BARTI 2021
22 Shahare Shilpa Prakash BARTI 2021
23 Tayade Suraj Murlidhar BARTI 2021
NET, SET Students List
Sr. No. Name of Students Year
1 Ranvir Vishakha Bhagwanrao (NET) 2018
2 Dandge Satish Vasant (SET) 2018
3 Wayal Balasaheb Kakasaheb (SET) 2018
4 Avhad Akshay Prabahakar (SET) 2019
5 Dipke Ratnarakshit Sitaram (NET) 2019
6 Shahare Shilpa Prakash (NET) 2019
7 Bansode Sanket Sukhanand (NET) 2019
8 Golwal Amol Kapurchand (SET) 2020
9 Katare Sandip Narayan (SET) 2020
10 Akulwar Mahesh Satish (SET) 2021
11 Wagh Amol Suresh (SET) 2022
12 Mhaslkar Veerraje Ashok (NET),(SET) 2023, 2023
13 Hiwale Vinod Prabhakar (SET) 2023
14 Kolhe Yogesh Bhagwan (SET) 2023
15 Gaikwad Deepa Namdeo (NET), (SET) 2023, 2024
Prof .Dr Vaishali Khaparde
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde, Senior Professor and Head, Dept. of Library and Information Science, Dean, Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies.
  • Director, KRC Library, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) India.
  • SENATE Member, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University
  • Management Council Member, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University.
  • Former Director, Gautam Buddha Adhyasan Kendra Dr. BAMU.
  • Chairman, BOS Library and Information Science.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde has a total of 27 years of teaching experience for Post-Graduation.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde has published more than 250 Research Papers in various National and International Journals and presented 128 Papers in National as well as International Conferences. She has 14 Books to her credit.
  • She has an H-Index of 11 and an i10-Index of 13 with 532 citations received.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde is the Chief Editor of the World Research Journal of Library and Information Science ISSN: 2278-702X & E-ISSN: 2278-7038 and an Associate Editor of the National Journal i.e., The Horizon: A Biannual Research Journal ISSN 2229-4554, and Associate Editor of Bonfring International Journal of Data Mining ISSN: 2277-503X (online) ISSN: 2250-1053 (Print).
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde worked as a Guest Editor for the World International Journal of Library and Information Science, Bio-info publications.
  • She is a member of the Library and Information Science Forum of International Researchers of the American Research Institute for Policy Development, UK.
  • She is a Life Member of the Indian Library Association (ILA), Indian Association of Teachers in Library and Information Science (IATLIS), Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centers (IASLIC), Management Library Network (MANLIBNET), BAMUTA, and SALIS.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde is a Resource person for various Refresher courses, Orientation courses, seminars, etc.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde was awarded the Best Teacher Award by the BAMU Teachers Association in 2010.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde's areas of specialization are Bibliometrics, Library management, Non-Book Material, ICT, Digitization, Knowledge Management, and Library Automation.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde is the Examiner and Paper setter for the SET Examination in Library & Information science.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde visited Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) for Paper Presentation at an International Conference in Library & Information Society. She visited Singapore as well as Bangkok University Libraries. She has also visited Sri Lanka (Colombo) for paper presentation.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde has been internationally recognized as a Scientist in the International AD Scientific Index 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 and was honored with the Research Professor Award for the year 2016-17 by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Chatrapati Sambhajinagar.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde was honored with the “International Gold Star Award” in 2011.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde has also been honored with national awards “Bharat Jyoti Award” and “Best Citizens of India Award“ in 2011.
  • She received the Kartabgar Mahila Puraskar by the Maharashtra State OBC Association in 2012 and the Dhammakanya Puraskar by the Maharashtra State Samrat Association in 2012.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde was the Course Coordinator of Five Refresher Courses in Library and Information Science and the coordinator of Three Training programs in Library Automation.
  • She was the Coordinator of the ICSSR, New Delhi sponsored Research Methodology course for Ph.D. students.
  • She is a Ph.D. Guide, and 6 students are currently working under her guidance, and 25 students have been awarded a Ph.D. degree.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde has guided more than 80 students at the MLISC level and 54 students at the M.Phil. level.
  • Dr. Vaishali Khaparde is a Referee and also an Editorial Board member of various Peer-Reviewed National and International Journals published from the UK and USA.
  • Prof. Vaishali Khaparde was a Shortlisted Candidate for the Vice-Chancellor post at Sant Gadgebaba Amravati University, Amravati, and interacted with the search committee in 2023.
  • Prof. Vaishali Khaparde was a Shortlisted Candidate for Director of Inflibnet Ahmedabad in 2023.
Dr Sonwane S S
  • Secured Shri. Anant Narayan Gore Prize for securing highest number of marks at B.Lib.I.Sc. Examination of Dr. B.A.M. University, Aurangabad for the year 1997.
  • Winner of Ravi Painter Ranjangaonkar Gold Medal for securing highest number of marks at B.Lib.I.Sc. Examination of Dr. B.A.M. University, Aurangabad for the year 1997.