Library Sections

This section is mainly responsible for the circulation of documents in the library to the users. It plays a vital role as a bridge between users and the physical book collection, utilizing automated barcode scanners and circulation software.

Key Services & Responsibilities:

• Membership Registration: Issuance & renewal of library borrower cards.
• Issue & Return: Computerized check-out and return transactions.
• Reserve & Renewal: Extension of loan periods and reservation of issued titles.
• No-Dues Certificate: Processing clearance certificates for outgoing batches.
• Overdue Fine Collection: Maintaining transparent loan penalty records.
• Alert Services: Generation and dispatch of overdue reminders and pickup notices.

This section is mainly responsible for the subscription, procurement, and binding of print journals, research bulletins, and scholarly publications in biological sciences, biotechnology, microbiology, genetics, and healthcare management.

Key Services & Tasks:

• Print Journals Access: Current monthly and quarterly research subscriptions in Biosciences.
• Science Magazines Access: CSIR Science Reporter, Down to Earth, and industry periodicals.
• Bound Volume Access: Multi-year retrospective archives for literature surveys.
• Reference & Research Support: Bibliographic guidance for student thesis and faculty papers.

Equipped with modern PC terminals and high-bandwidth internet connectivity, this e-zone offers students instant access to electronic publications, interactive learning modules, and online research archives.

Managed Resources:

• E-Books & E-Journals Access: Seamless navigation to 62+ OA journals & DOAB.
• Electronic Databases: NISCAIR, Bentham, PubMed, and ScienceDirect indexing.
• A/V Materials Access: Educational CD-ROMs, video demonstrations, & webinars.
• Question Paper Repository: Digital archive of previous semester university exam papers.

A well-maintained, serene, and air-conditioned reading hall stocked with the latest reference textbooks on different subjects. Open during the recess period and beyond normal college hours to ensure uninterrupted study for all students and faculty members.

Reading Room Features:

• Reference Textbook Stacks: Direct in-room consultation of high-demand reference volumes.
• Continuous Timings: Kept open during the lunch/recess period and extended evening hours.
• Comfortable Seating: Ergonomic furniture accommodating over 150 learners simultaneously.
• Faculty & Scholar Desks: Dedicated study tables for postgraduates and faculty research work.