JLIM

Sri Lankan Journal of Librarianship and Information Management (SJLIM) was started in 2005. After a short lapse, NILIS is planning to relaunch the journal from this year, as a bi-annual publication, with the title of ‘Journal of Librarianship and Information Management (JLIM)’.
Access past issues from here: https://sllim.sljol.info
Post of Program Assistant (Assignment basis)
Please note that the walk-in interview planned for 17th of December 2025 for the selection of a 'Programme Assistant' has been postponed until further notice, due to the disaster situation prevailing in the country. {{ vc_btn: title=Download+the+advertisement&style=3d&color=peacoc&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fnilis.cmb.ac.lk%252Fwp-content%252Fuploads%252F2017%252F07%252FProgram-Assistant-Add-2025.pdfhttps%253A%252F%252Fnilis.cmb.ac.lk%252Fwp-content%252Fuploads%252F2017%252F07%252FProgram-Assistant-Add-2025.pdf%7C%7C%7C }}
SPECIAL NOTICE: Postgraduate Convocation 2024
The Ceremony of the Postgraduate Convocation 2024 of the University of Colombo will not be held as scheduled on 02nd and 03rd of December 2025. However, the confirmation of the Postgraduate Degrees will take place on the said dates, in an event without the presence of the graduands. This decision has been taken considering the […]
Exam postponed until further notice
The semester-end examination of the Higher Diploma in Information Management (HDLIM) – Part II at NILIS has been postponed owing to the severe weather conditions currently affecting the country. All other examinations listed in the HDLIM – II schedule for the upcoming weeks will proceed as originally planned, with no alterations to their dates or […]
Walking Interview for Master in Teacher Librarianship (MTL)
NILIS, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, invites applications for the Master of Teacher Librarianship (MTL) program. The program is conducted primarily online, with selected lectures and assessments arranged on site for practical engagement. It is positioned at Level 9 of the Sri Lanka Qualifications Framework (SLQF) and is fully approved by the University Grants Commission [...]
NILIS Research Symposium 2025 Held Successfully
The National Institute of Library and Information Sciences (NILIS), University of Colombo, successfully held the NILIS Research Symposium 2025 (NRS25), bringing together academics, researchers, practitioners, and students to explore the evolving landscape of library and information sciences on 30th October 2025 at the Faculty of Education Auditorium, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. This year’s theme […]
Walk-in Interview for Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
NILIS, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka is calling for applications for the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program, which is conducted in online mode with some lectures and assessments arranged on site. This course is placed at Level 10 of the Sri Lanka Qualifications Framework. It is approved by the University Grants Commission […]
Director – NILIS appeared on Swadeshiya Sewaya of Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation in it’s Vidyawa ha Darshanaya (Science and Philosophy) program. “Sarasawi Reswalalla” Program Reading Inquiry — Science and Philosophy : Lecturer Prof.Ruwan Gamage
“Sarasawi Reswalalla” Program Reading Inquiry — A Vision for Tomorrow Intellectual Contribution: Lecturer Udhitha Alahakoon
Application Deadline Extended for Information Management Courses
The National Institute of Library and Information Sciences (NILIS), University of Colombo, invites applications for the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management (PGDIM) and Master in Information Management (MIM) programs. The application deadline has been extended until 31st August 2025. These English-medium programs are conducted over two semesters with weekend online lectures, making them accessible to […]
Key Organizing Committee Announced for NRS25 Symposium
The National Institute of Library and Information Sciences (NILIS) at the University of Colombo has officially announced its core organizing team for the upcoming NILIS Research Symposium 2025 (NRS25), scheduled for 30-31 October 2025. Serving as Advisor for this multidisciplinary event is Dr. Prasanna Ranaweera, Acting Director of NILIS, who will provide overall guidance and […]









