Overview
The College Library is a central academic resource that supports the teaching, learning, and research activities of students and faculty. With a rich and continuously expanding collection of print and digital resources, the library is committed to providing inclusive, technology-enabled, and secure access to information.
Library Timings and Access
Library Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Open: All working days.
Closed: Holidays as notified by the college.
Reading Room: Fully air-conditioned and accessible during library hours.
Library Collection
Total Books: Approximately 34,500 volumes.
Journals and Magazines: 44.
Newspapers: 14 (in Hindi and English).
Annual Additions: Approximately 700–1,000 books are added every year.
Digital Library and E-Resources
OPAC Facility:
The Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC), available through the Libsys software package, enables easy and efficient search of library holdings.
One Nation One Subscription (ONOS):
The College Library is a member of the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) portal, providing access to national and international journals through a subscription coordinated by the Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre, an autonomous inter-university centre of the University Grants Commission (UGC), Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Turnitin Software:
The library provides access to Turnitin plagiarism detection software for checking research publications of scholars, helping enhance the quality and integrity of academic research. This initiative is supported by MHRD, INFLIBNET, and UGC.
Delhi University Library (DU Library)
In addition to the college library, students and faculty have access to the Delhi University Library System (DULS), one of the largest academic library networks in India. Through the DU eLibrary App, users can access over 84,000 eBooks, 1.4 million open-access resources, e-journals, and expert talks from reputed publishers such as Springer, Cambridge, and Taylor & Francis. The platform supports anytime, anywhere learning with features like advanced search, personalized reading lists, full-text downloads, and offline access, significantly enhancing academic and research activities.
Internet and Wi-Fi Facilities
High-speed Internet connectivity provided by MyDU.
The library is fully Wi-Fi enabled, allowing students and staff to access online academic resources, e-journals, and digital services seamlessly.
Reading Room and Seating Facilities
Spacious, air-conditioned reading room.
Comfortable seating arrangements for individual study and reference work.
Security and Infrastructure
CCTV Surveillance:
To strengthen library security and prevent theft of books and students’ belongings, three (04) CCTV cameras have been installed in the library premises.
Power Backup:
An Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) ensures continued library services during power outages.
Borrowing and User Services
Borrower Cards:
Regular Undergraduate Students: 2 cards.
Honours Programme Students: 3 cards.
New Arrivals:
A list of newly acquired books and journals is published monthly on the college website.
Display of New Arrivals:
The library also features a dedicated “New Arrivals” display section, showcasing the latest additions to the collection. This encourages readers to explore new titles and remain updated with current academic materials.
Newspaper Clipping Service:
The library maintains a Newspaper Clipping Service, compiling relevant articles, notices, and educational updates from major newspapers. This service helps students and faculty stay informed about current affairs, research developments, and educational news.
Suggestion Box:
A dedicated suggestion box is available to receive feedback and suggestions from students.
Special Facilities for Differently Abled Students
The library ensures inclusive access through the following services:
Availability of Braille books and audio CDs for visually challenged students.
Assistance by library staff in locating books, journals, and periodicals.
Reference services available irrespective of library timings.
Facilitation of Braille Library membership for free access to Braille resources.
Guidelines and Best Practices
Students are advised to refer to the following for responsible and effective library use:
Library Usage Guidelines:
Define appropriate conduct within the library premises, borrowing protocols, and usage of resources.
Guidelines on Maintaining Academic Integrity:
Emphasize ethical research practices, originality in academic work, and the responsible use of information sources.
The library encourages users to uphold these best practices to maintain a conducive academic environment and promote lifelong learning.