Library & Learning Center
The College library at present has a collection of about 45,000 books. Every student has to deposit a security of Rs 30/-. The security is refunded every year in the month of June only. The claim for the refund should be accompanied by a "No Demand" certificate from the Librarian and various Text-book sections of the College Departments and it should be made within a reasonable time after leaving the College, but not later than two years in any case. There is a reading room attached to the College Library. About 20 magazines, newspapers and journals etc. are being subscribed for enhancing the general knowledge of the students.
Statistical Data
| Name of the Books | Number of Books |
|---|---|
| Government Grant Books | 24567 |
| UGC Books | 34553 |
| Reference Books | 1480 |
| Biography | 580 |
| Free Gifts | 375 |
| Carrier Counseling Books | 4310 |
Library Rules & Regulations
1 | The Library presently observes the same working hours and holidays as the College. It remains open during summer vacation from 8 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. |
2 | Every student must present his/her Identity Card while borrowing. Borrowers are responsible for loss or damage and must pay fine plus double the cost of the book. |
3 | Lecturers are not allowed to take more than ten books at a time. Staff may not borrow books for students under their own name. |
4 | Staff members leaving on transfer/retirement must return all books before "No Demand" certificate is issued. |
5 | Students can borrow only two books at a time, including at least one book of the subject taken by them. |
6 | Books must be returned within 15 days. Fine is Re 1/- per day per volume, up to double the cost of the book. |
7 | Librarian submits a list of fines monthly. Students must pay the fine within seven days or face restriction from classes. |
8 | Books required by lecturers must be returned immediately upon receipt of notice from the librarian. |
9 | A book cannot be re-borrowed within two days of return. This doesn't apply to lecturers. |
10 | Loss or damage requires payment of double the cost. If part of a series, the cost of the entire series must be paid. |
11 | Disturbance or talking is strictly prohibited. Infringement will result in punishment or fine. |
12 | The Library is meant only for those directly or indirectly connected with the academic life of the College. |
13 | Fine realization is managed by the cashier based on the librarian’s monthly report. |
14 | Periodicals are for library consultation only and shall not be issued. |
15 | Reference books, journals, and rare books are not for removal, except for lecturers with special Principal's permission for one night. |
16 | All books must be returned for stock checking in April-May. Librarian reports damages/missing books to the Principal. |
17 | Lecturers wishing to retain books during summer vacation must return them during stock checking. |
18 | Sleeping, smoking, and spitting etc. are strictly prohibited in the library premises. |