Library Rules
- An Identity (ID) Card should be compulsory entering into the libraries. Students should wear their ID cards in the proper position to enable the Staff to identify them.
- Users should check in/checkout using the biometric system that is located at the libraries entrance each time.
- Students must register as members of the library by filling the membership form. PG students can borrow 6 books and UG students can borrow 4 books for 10 days.
- Books and other library materials will be issued to the students only on production of a valid identity card.
- Students are not permitted to lend books to others, either inside or outside the institute. Violations of this regulation may result in the loss of library privileges.
- Books may only be reissued if they have not been reserved by another user.
- Students may borrow magazines, journals and other reading materials at the periodical section. They must return/replace them at the designated place/shelves before leaving the library.
- Members must ensure that the books issued to them are returned or renewed on or before the due date. Email sent by the library serve as a reminder. A fine of ₹2.00 will be imposed for every additional day’s delay thereafter. For further delay, the rate of fine will be progressive.
- A user who has borrowed the books is held responsible for it and any damage done to it. He/She is expected to examine the book which he/she receives and report immediately to the library staff if any damage is found in it. Otherwise he/she shall be held responsible for any damage found later.
- The library users can utilize both libraries (UG/PG) to reference and borrow books.
- User must report the loss of library books immediately to the Librarian/Circulation counter of the library and the following procedure will be followed:
- The same edition book has to be replaced within the time fixed by the Librarian.
- If it is not available for replacement, the value of the lost book will be realized at the following rates:
- Books should not be misplaced. If the exact position is not clear, it can be kept on the table placed beside the books rack.
- The libraries practice an open access system. Users are free to choose any book. Books may be taken off the shelves for reading and may not be misplaced. After reading, they should be kept in the same place or off the shelves on the designated tables.
- Periodicals should be replaced in the same display portion of the racks after use.
- RFID tags have been pasted in the books. If the tag is found to be torn or damaged during use by the borrower, a fine of ₹500.00 will be charged.
- Books Borrowed should be protected from RAIN, DUST, INSECT, etc.
- The internet browsing centre and photocopying facilities are available in the libraries.
- A library member who proceeds to go on leave or a transfer must return all books borrowed from the library before proceeding on leave/transfer.
- The Librarian reserves the right to call back any issued book/item at any time.
- The No-due certificate will be issued only after the clearing of all dues to the library.
- Students are advised to make use of the free time for the maximum use of the library.
- Utmost care shall be taken by all to keep the library clean.
- All the readers are advised not to leave their valuables at the checkpoint. Library is not responsible for any loss of personal belongings.
- The University dress code must be adhered to when visiting the library.
- Users must switch-off their mobile phone or turn it into silent mode while using it in the library.
- No photograph of the library shall be taken without the prior permission of the Librarian.
- Consumption of eatables and beverages in the library premises is not allowed. Chewing gum is strictly prohibited.
- Absolute silence, discipline and decorum should be maintained in the library premises.
