Section 01
Text Book & Book Bank
Features a collection of recommended textbooks for all departmental courses. Includes a reading area for consultation.
Book BankPh.D. Theses3-Day IssueStudy Area
Since 1961
Central Library Layout
Established in 1961, the Central Library is the heart of the Institute, spread over 60,000 sq. ft. across three centrally air-conditioned floors. Connected to the main building via a bridge, it serves as a hub for knowledge, research, and digital resources.
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Ground Floor Plan
Ground Floor Sections
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Section 02
Stacks Area
dedicated stacks for Social Sciences, Humanities, Biographies, and Library Science. Also houses Progress Reports and annual serial publications.
HumanitiesSocial SciencesAnnuals
Section 03
Library Reading Room
A segregated, independent area specifically designed for quiet reading and study on the ground floor.
Quiet ZoneIndependent Access
Section 04
Computer Applications
Coordinates library computerization and offers computer-based services. Houses the server room and the Institute Website content team.
25 User PCsServersWeb Team
Section 05
Collection Development
Responsible for procuring documents (excluding journals), classification using Koha software, and tooling (bar-coding/labeling).
AcquisitionKoha SystemCataloguing
Section 06
Bindery & Maintenance
Handles maintenance of library documents, coordinates binding contracts, and provides lamination services for the Institute.
BindingLaminationMaintenance
First Floor Plan
First Floor Sections
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Section 01
Reference Section
Houses dictionaries, encyclopedias, handbooks, and other reference materials. (Placeholder text for First Floor).
ReferenceHandbooks
Section 02
Science Stacks
Main stacks area for Pure Sciences, Engineering, and Technology books. (Placeholder text for First Floor).
EngineeringSciences
Section 03
Main Reading Hall
Large reading area located near the entrance bridge connecting to the main building. (Placeholder text for First Floor).
Large CapacityAC
Section 04
OPAC Terminals
Dedicated terminals for searching the Online Public Access Catalog to locate books. (Placeholder text for First Floor).
Catalog SearchDigital Access
Section 05
Circulation Counter
The main desk for issue and return of books, membership registration, and clearance. (Placeholder text for First Floor).
Check-outReturns
Section 06
Librarian's Office
Administrative offices for the Librarian and senior staff members. (Placeholder text for First Floor).
AdminOffice