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LIBRARY
About the Library
Established in 1974, College Library serves as an invaluable knowledge hub for students and faculty members, fostering academic growth and intellectual exploration. Spanning an area of 3,328 square feet with a seating capacity for 130 readers, the library is thoughtfully designed to provide a comfortable and conducive environment for learning. It boasts a remarkable collection of over 27,000 books across diverse disciplines, 23 esteemed national and international journals, 31 magazines, 4 newspapers, 636 back volumes, and a wealth of e-resources. Recent publications and journals in the fields of arts, science, and social sciences further enrich the library's comprehensive offerings, along with access to online resources through the N-LIST program under UGC-INFONET, available free of cost.
Modernized Facilities for a Seamless Experience
Equipped with the advanced automation software "Campes I Lib," the library is fully computerized and integrated with barcode technology for efficient book transactions. Staff and students are issued personalized ID cards with barcodes for streamlined access and borrowing procedures. The WEB OPAC service enables users to search the library catalog with ease, while 10 computer systems in the digital library provide internet and printing facilities. Ensuring a secure and user-friendly environment, the library is monitored by CCTV cameras.
Vision
To be a dynamic hub of knowledge, empowering students and faculty with resources, technology, and inspiration to achieve academic excellence and foster lifelong learning.
Mission
- To provide comprehensive access to diverse learning resources and services to the academic community.
- To provide a technologically advanced, inclusive, and student-centric environment for holistic research and academic enrichment.
Working Hours
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
9:30 AM - 4:45 PM
Book Issue & Return
Monday to Friday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Contact Information
Library Rules and Regulations
- Silence should be strictly maintained in the library.
- Students and staff must scan their ID cards at the E-gate register scanner when entering the library.
- Personal books and files are not allowed inside the library. Only plain sheets for notes may be brought in.
- Books will be issued solely upon presentation of a valid ID card. Sub-lending of borrowed books is strictly prohibited.
- Any form of damage to books or misuse of library resources (underlining, scribbling, tearing pages) will attract penalties, including fines or other disciplinary actions.
- Borrowing limits: UG students may borrow 2 books, PG students may borrow 3 books, and Research scholars 5 books at a time.
- Books are issued for 14 days, with a renewal option. A fine of Rs. 2 per day for overdue books.
- Borrowers must inspect books for damages before borrowing and report any issues to the librarian immediately.
- Reference materials (dictionaries, encyclopedias, journals, expensive books) are for in-library use only and cannot be issued.
- Lost or damaged books must be replaced, or a penalty equivalent to three times the cost of the book will be imposed.
- The librarian reserves the right to recall any book at any time.
- Students must clear all dues before obtaining a transfer certificate or conduct certificate.
Library Services and Best Practices
Automated and Barcoded Circulation
E-Gate Entry Register
Reference Service
User Awareness Service
Periodicals Service
Internet Browsing
Question Bank
Current Awareness Service
Display of New Arrivals
Newspaper Clipping Service
Books for Competitive Exams / Career Guidance
Bound Back Issues of Journals
Remote Access to Subscribed E-Resources
WEB OPAC
Library Blog
Best Library User Award
Digitization of Rare Books
Library Resources
| Type of Resources | Number |
|---|---|
| No. of Books in Volumes | 26,797 |
| No. of Books in Titles | 17,979 |
| No. of Reference Books | 2,494 |
| No. of Journals | 23 |
| No. of Magazines | 31 |
| No. of Newspapers | 6 |
| No. of CD/DVD | 86 |
| No. of Back Volumes | 636 |
| Ph.D Thesis | 31 |
| M.Phil Dissertation | 124 |
| N-LIST E-Journals | 6,000 |
| E-Books | 1,99,500 |
| National Digital Library E-Books | 6,00,000 |
No. of Books in Volumes
26,797
No. of Books in Titles
17,979
No. of Reference Books
2,494
No. of Journals
23
No. of Magazines
31
No. of Newspapers
6
No. of CD/DVD
86
No. of Back Volumes
636
Ph.D Thesis
31
M.Phil Dissertation
124
N-LIST E-Journals
6,000
E-Books
1,99,500
National Digital Library E-Books
6,00,000
Staff Details
| S.No. | Name | Degree / Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. S. Sasikala | B.Com., M.L.I.S., Ph.D., PGDLAN., NET | Librarian |
Dr. S. Sasikala
Librarian
Qualification
B.Com., M.L.I.S., Ph.D., PGDLAN., NET