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Collections

Circulation

Library books are classified using the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), which helps users find the information they need on the shelves. Most resources in the library collection are available for loan. The collection is related to the subject areas being taught at the institute. You can locate any item in the collection using the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC).

The following table outlines the number of entitled books, their loan periods, and any overdue charges:

User CategoryNo. of BooksLoan Period (Days)Overdue Charges (per day)
Undergraduate Students0214Rs. 10.00
Postgraduate Diploma Students0214Rs. 10.00
Masters Students0314Rs. 10.00
PhD Students0430Rs. 10.00
Academic Staff0530
Non-academic Staff0214

Reference

Reference materials include dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps, bibliographies, and other books. These items are not available for lending but can be used in the library or photocopied according to library regulations.

Special Collection

A special collection book can be identified by the blue line on its spine. These books are also not for lending.