Library Rules

Library Rules

 

  • On all working days the library will be kept open from 8.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.
  • Personal books and files should be left on the rack at the entrance of the library. Plain sheets may be taken instead.
  • Students/Staff should scan their ID card in the E-Gate Register scanner while entering the library.
  • The library users should possess their ID card while they are inside the library.
  • Silence should be strictly observed in the Library.
  • Discussions are not allowed inside the library.
  • Books will be issued only on production of Bar-coded ID card.
  • No sub-lending of books is permitted.
  • Membership Cards are not transferable.
  • Marking and underlining with pencil or pen and folding the paper edges for book marks are absolutely forbidden. Readers shall be held responsible for any damage done to the book belonging to the Library and shall be required to replace such book or pay the value thereof.
  • The arrangement of chairs and other furniture in the reading area should not be disturbed.
  • For the benefit of its users, the library is following the Open Access System. The books, current journals, back volumes taken out the racks shall not be replaced. They should be left only on the tables.
  • UG students can borrow two books and PG students can borrow four books at a time.
  • Return of books will be accepted from 8.45 a.m.  to 1.30 p.m.  and books will be issued from12.30 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. and 3.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.
  • Books will be issued normally for a period of fourteen days. Depending on the demand for the books at a particular time, some books may be issued for three days or for overnight use only. If a book is not returned on the due day, a fine of  Re.1 per day will be collected.
  • The following conditions are to be followed for the renewal of books.
    • The book has to be produced in the Library for renewal.
    • More than one renewal will not be allowed.
  • Before leaving the counter, the member must satisfy herself as to whether or not the book lent to her is in sound condition. If not she must report immediately to the librarian. Otherwise she is liable to be held responsible for the replacement of the book.
  • A book may be extended, provided there is no particular demand for it.
  • Absence from the College will not be allowed as an excuse for the delay in the return of books.
  • The following books are for reference only within the library
    • Dictionaries, Encyclopedias, Handbooks etc
    • Single copy text books and some reference books
    • Very expensive books of prices over Rs.1000/- and
    • Journals, Magazines, Project Reports, Back Volumes and Question Banks.
  • Students are expected to use the books with care. If a book is lost or damanged borrower should replace the book or pay penalty 5 to 10 times the cost of the book.
  • Users are allowed to take the photocopies of the required articles.
  • Photocopying of full – book is not permitted.
  • While accessing the E-resources of the library, proper entries are to be made in the records of the library. Downloading of the information is also permitted.
  • Accessing unwanted and unnecessary information from the internet is strictly prohibited.
  • New books received will be on display for a week.
  • Any book issued may be taken back by the librarian at any time.
  • Violation of the rules would lead to expulsion of the student from the college.
    • The above rules are introduced to regularize the use of the library resources and will be reviewed periodically to meet the changing needs.
    • Any changes in the rules or information to members will be notified on the Library Notice Board as and when required.