Research Guidance: Ph.D. Ongoing
As of 12 June, 2026, there are 62 PhD Research Scholars currently pursuing their studies in the Department.
Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt
- 01. Mr. Snehasish Paul. Evaluating RDM Practices in LIS: A Checklit for the Indian Context with NRDR Focus. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 01-04-2025).
- 02. Mr. Rohit Kumar. Role of Institutional Repositories in Intellectual Knowledge Generation: A Study of Select Indian Institute of Management Institutional Repositories. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 03-02-2025).
- 03. Mr. Pawan Sameer Lakra. Accessiblity and Usablity of E-Resources in Select Central University Libraries in Delhi: A Study. Advisors: Professor Manish Kumar and Dr. Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 28-02-2024).
- 04. Mr. Satender Kumar Verma. Collection and Services Provided by Select Management Institution Libraries in Delhi and National Capital Region: A Study. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 17-10-2023).
- 05. Mr. Sanjay Kumar. Collection Development in Select University Libraries of Haryana: A Study. Advisors: Professor Manish Kumar and Dr. Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 17-10-2023).
- 06. Mr. Vikas Tiwari. The Library Marketing: A Study of Select Libraries of Indian Institute of Management (IIMs). Advisors: Professor K P Singh and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 07. Mr. Avinash Kumar. Information Literacy Competency of B.Tech and M. Tech Students of Select Technological Institutions in Delhi: A Study. Advisors: Professor K P Singh and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 08. Mr. Sanjeev Datt Sharma. Accessibility and usability of Online Database(s) of Biosciences in Select Universities in Delhi. Advisors: Professor Margam Madhusudhan and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 19-03-2021) (Supernumerary - Prof. Shailendra Kumar).
Professor Paramjeet Kaur Walia
- 01. Mr. Mahfooz Hussain. Content Analysis of Select Journal Literature in the Field of Information Technology: A Study. Advisors: Professor Archana Shukla and Professor Margam Madhusudhan (Date of Joining: 24-03-2022).
- 02. Mr. Soumitra Bhattacharya. Information Management and Quality of Services of Select Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums (GLAM) in India: A Study. Advisors: Professor Archana Shukla and Professor Margam Madhusudhan (Date of Joining: 17-02-2023).
- 03. Mr. Kandhasamy K.. Media and Information Literacy Competencies for Sustainable Development: A Study of Library and Information Science Professionals of Select Public Libraries in India Advisors: Professor Archana Shukla and Professor Margam Madhusudhan (Date of Joining: 11-01-2022).
- 04. Ms. Saumya Gupta. Application and Impact of Information and Communication Technology in Select College Libraries of Delhi: A Study. Advisors: Professor Archana Shukla and Professor Margam Madhusudhan (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021).
- 05. Ms. Bhawna Nagar. Resource Sharing through Library Networks: A Content Analysis Study of Websites of Select Library Networks. Advisors: Professor Archana Shukla and Professor Margam Madhusudhan (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021).
- 06. Ms. Kajal Narula. Content Analysis of Select Journals of Library and Information Science: A Study. Advisors: Professor Archana Shukla and Professor Margam Madhusudhan (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021).
- 07. Ms. Arti Onkar Sawale. Application of Big Data Tools for Data Analysis in Multi-Disciplinary Fields and Proposing a Model Database System. Advisors: Professor Margam Madhusudhan and Professor Neena Talwar Kanungo (Date of Joining: 05-12-2019).
Professor K P Singh
- 01. Mr. Ashish Kumar. An Altmetric and Citation Analysis of Research Publications from the Top Ten NIRF-Ranked Indian Institutes of Technology in India. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 04-02-2025).
- 02. Mr. Sandeep Chopra. Scientometric Study of Research Output in Computer Science of Select Universities in Delhi (2020-2024). Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 00-00-2024) (Supernumerary - DU Staff Quota).
- 03. Mr. Rishikant Singh. Application and Impact of Research Information Management Systems (RIMS) on Academic Research: A Study of Select Central Universities of National Capital Region, Delhi. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 19-02-2024).
- 04. Ms. Mamta. Growth and Development of Library and Information Science Education In India With Particular Reference to University of Delhi: A Study. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023) (Supernumerary - DU Staff Quota).
- 05. Mr. Prateek Singh.. Use of Resources by Faculty Members and Research Scholars in the Select Management Institution Libraries in India: A Study. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 06. Mr. Siddharth Rai.. Research Data Management in University Libraries: A Proposed Model for Central Universities. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 07. Ms. Shweta Dhingra. Research Data Management: An Evaluative Study of Select Universities Across the Globe Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 10-01-2022).
- 08. Mr. Satish. Collection Development of E-Resources in University Libraries in North India. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021).
- 09. Ms. Rekha Devi.. Use of Electronic Resources by Blind and Visually Impaired Users of Select Libraries in Delhi - National Capital Region: A Study. Advisors: Professor Paramjeet Kaur Walia and Professor Margam Madhusudhan (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021) (Supernumerary - Prof. Shailendra Kumar).
Professor Margam Madhusudhan
- 01. Mr. Supriya Pradhan. Development of an Augmented Reality 3D Library Navigation System for Intelligent Book Identification and Retrieval at Delhi University Library System, University of Delhi. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 25-05-2026).
- 01. Mr. Narain Dutt. Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools by Select Doctoral Research Scholars at the University of Delhi: A Study. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 25-06-2025).
- 02. Mr. Alok Kumar. Change in Knowledge Sharing Behaviour among Academic Libraries (HEI) throughout Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Gujarat. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 01-04-2025).
- 03. Mr. Ankit Gupta. The Role of Emerging Technologies Enhancing the Efficiency and Effectiveness of the Knowledge Management Cycle: Opportunities, Challenges, and Best Practices. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 01-04-2025).
- 04. Mr. Avijit Mahala. Research Output of Indian Universities in Sciences (2011-2020): A Scientometric Analysis. Advisors: Professor Paramjeet Kaur Walia and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021) (Supernumerary - Prof. Shailendra Kumar, Submitted).
- 05. Mr. Naresh Kumar. Design and Development of Online Indian Bibliographic Citation Tool. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 06. Mr. Ranjan Borah. Visualization of Information Sources in the Field of Library and Information Science. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 07. Ms. Nidhi. Designing a Subject Gateway of Digital Tools for Library and Information Professionals. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Paramjeet Kaur Walia (Date of Joining: 24-03-2023).
Professor Meera
- 01. Ms. Riya Jain. Teaching Patterns and Curriculum Evolution in LIS Education at Select Central Universities in India: A Comparative Study from Traditional Methods to Modern Approches. Advisors: Professor Manish Kumar and Dr Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 25-06-2025).
- 02. Mr. Shashi Shekhar. Design and Development of Institutional Repository for Higher Educational Institute: A Proposed Model. Advisors: Professor Manish Kumar and Dr Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 20-02-2024).
- 03. Mr. Nadeeem Nazir. Mapping, Visualization and Altmetric Analysis of Space Research. Advisors: Professor Manish Kumar and Dr Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 04. Ms. Pompy Deka. Citation Sentiment Analysis and Topic Modeling in the Field of Animal Genetics. Advisors: Professor Manish Kumar and Dr Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 05. Ms. Pooja. Design and Development of Subject Gateway in the Field of Clinical Psychology. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhattt and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 13-02-2023).
- 06. Ms. Juli Devi. Scientific Collaboration Among the BRICS Countries in the Field of Library and Information Science. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 00-01-2022).
- 07. Mr. Mohd. Ashraf Bhat. Retraction of Journal Articles and Citation Impact in the field of Biological Science: An Analytical Study. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 00-01-2022).
- 08. Ms. Pramod Sharma. Webometric Analysis of Central University Library Websites in India. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021).
Professor Manish Kumar
- 01. Ms. Gyandhriti Kharghariya. Collection and Services of Select Central and State Governments Treatre, Film and Television Institutes Library of India: A Study. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Dr Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 00-00-2024).
- 02. Mr. Pramod Kumar Paswan. Status of Select Public Libraries of Bihar State in India: A Study. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 13-04-2023).
- 03. Mr. Pradeep Kumar. Growth and Development of Select Central and State University Libraries in Uttar Pradesh, India: A Study. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor Meera (Date of Joining: 00-00-2022).
- 04. Ms. Sheetal. Use of Web-Based Library Collection and Services by Users of Select Central University Libraries of Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, India: A Study. Advisors: Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt and Professor K P Singh (Date of Joining: 10-01-2022).
- 05. Mr. Shyamnath Yadav. Abelmoschus Esculentus (OKRA) Plants with Special Reference to Asia and Africa Origin: A Scientiometrics Study of Periodical Literature. Advisors: Professor Margam Madhusudhan and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 15-03-2021) (Supernumerary - Prof. Shailendra Kumar).
Dr. Pinki Sharma
- 01. Ms. Chitra Ghosh. Ontology-based Automated User Query and Feedback Resolution Systems for Libraries. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 03-02-2025).
- 02. Ms. Anchal Malik. Awareness and Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools by Research Scholars in the Field of Social Sciences for Learning and Research. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 03-02-2025).
- 03. Mr. Anubhav Mishra. Preservation and Conservation of Documentary Heritage in North Zone Manuscript Centre's Under National Mission for Manuscripts in India. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 17-10-2023).
- 04. Ms. Preeti Singh. Assessment of Libraries in Rural Areas of National Capital Region, Delhi, in Meeting Community Information Needs: A Study. Advisors: Professor K P Singh and Senior Professor Rakesh Kumar Bhatt (Date of Joining: 17-10-2023).
Dr. Kimi
- 01. Ms. Richika Rani. Evaluation and Analysis of Sanskrit Repositories in India: A Critical Analysis. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 26-06-2025).
- 02. Ms. Kriti Yadav. Impact of Library Collection and Services on Academic Excellence: A Study of Select Indian Institute of Technology Libraries in India. Advisors: Professor Meera and Dr. Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 26-06-2025).
- 03. Ms. Zainab Gazali. Protecting Knowledge Assets: Disaster Management Practices in University of Delhi-Affiliated College Libraries. Advisors: Professor Meera and Professor Manish Kumar (Date of Joining: 25-06-2025).
- 04. Mr. Sandeep Kumar Yadav. E-waste Management in Indian Academic Libraries: A Critical Study of Awareness, Policy Gaps, and Sustainable ICT Practices Advisors: Professor Meera and Dr Pinki Sharma (Date of Joining: 26-06-2025).