University of Mumbai [MU] Answered Questions

Institute of Distance and Open Learning, Mumbai University offers admission based on merit in the last qualifying exam or entrance exam score. The institute shortlists candidates for all UG and PG courses except MCA and MMS, based on merit in the last qualifying exam. Besides, IDOL conducts an entrance exam for admission to MCA and MMS courses. Selected candidates need to confirm their admission by paying the course fee.

Yes, IDOL Mumbai University offers a two-year MCA programme spread across four semesters. Aspirants who have completed BSc IT, BCA, BSc Computer Science or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for OBC/ EWS/ PwD) can apply for MCA programme. 

Garware Institute of Career Education and Development has 200 seats reserved for its BSc courses. These seats are divided among the four specialisations offered under the BSc programme. Moreover, these seats are allocated to registered candidates based on scores obtained by them in the entrance exam. After the entrance test, shortlisted students are invited to the institute for a PI round.

As per official website of GICED, the BSc seats are subject to rules of reservation. Tabulated below is the category-wise percentage of reserved seats:Category% of Seats ReservedSC13%ST7%OBC19%Wards of:-Central /State Govt. Employee's-Defense personnel-Freedom Fighter-Widow/Divorcee female3%Others23%Note: The above information has been taken for the official website of the institute. However, it is subject to change.

The demand for a Masters in Library Science (M.Lib.Sc.) degree is still strong, as libraries and information centers require specialised training to manage their resources effectively. With the increasing importance of librarians and their evolving responsibilities, there is a growing need for professionals who can handle the challenges of modern information workplaces. The M.Lib.Sc. programme aims to prepare students for these roles by providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge in areas such as information systems, knowledge organization, information technology, and research methodology. While a Masters degree is not strictly required to work in a library, it can lead to higher salaries and more advanced positions compared to those with only a diploma. Overall, the demand for M.Lib.Sc. graduates remains robust, as they are needed to manage libraries and information centers in various settings, including schools, universities, government agencies, and research institutions

GICED and Ramesh Sippy Academy of Cinema offer BA programme with various specialisations. Tabulated below is a comparison between BA courses of the aforementioned institutions based on fees and number of seats:College/UniversityTotal FeeSeatsBA at GICEDINR 12 Lacs to INR 19 lakh210BA at Ramesh Sippy Academy of CinemaINR 14.64 Lakh200Note: The information mentioned above is taken from official sources. However, it is subject to change.

Institute of Distance and Open Learning, Mumbai University applications are currently open. The last date to apply for UG courses is Jul 31, 2024. Aspirants can apply online on the official website of the institute. Candidates will need to pay an application fee and fill out all the details to apply for their preferred course.

Candidates need to pass Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PD) to apply for Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences Integrated BSc + MSc programme. Candidates should not be more than 20 years old (relaxable for SC/ ST/ PD) to apply for admission. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission.

The mode of application is online for Institute of Distance and Open Learning, Mumbai University. Aspirants can follow the below steps to apply for admission:Step 1: Visit the online application portal of Institute of Distance and Open Learning, University of Mumbai.Step 2: Click on the most ‘Admission ’ tab appearing on that page.Step 3: On the next window that opens up on the screen, click on ‘Register’.Step 4: Fill in the complete registration form and create a ‘User-id’ and ‘Password’ which will be further used to fill up the online application form.Step 5: After filling the registration form, click on ‘Submit’ and log in with the user-id and password created during registration.Step 6: Fill up the application form, pay the application pay, attach all the required documents and submit the form.

Yes, GICED offers a comprehensive BSc programme. Under this programme, four specialisations are offered spread across different fields of study of Science. Interested students can check the below table to learn more:ParticularsStatisticsDuration3 yearsEligibilityCommon criteria: A pass in Class 12 in Science streamSelection CriteriaEntrance test + PI round at the instituteFeeINR 1.25 Lacs to INR 2.16 lakhNote: The above information has been sourced from official sources. However, it is subject to change.