CENTRAL LIBRARY & KNOWLEDGE RESOURCE CENTRE

NabaBallygungeMahavidyalaya takes great pride in its Central Library, which boasts a collection of approximately Twelve thousand nine hundred fifty-three (12,953) physical books. It is the nerve centre of learning process in the College. This library is situated on the first floor of the college. There are 35 seats for reference workThe Central Library operates on an Open Access System, encompassing both reading and reference sections, and spans an area of approximately 1,650 square feet. This layout ensures a well-organized space conducive to studying and research. Books had been purchased by UGC fund, State Govt. Fund and also College fund. Besides this the college has a UGC- remedial collection and Book Bank for poor and backward students.The library's policy of including alumni, nearby residents, and school students as potential visitors reflects a community-oriented approach. However, access is restricted to those with permission from the Librarian and/or Principal, ensuring that resources are primarily used by individuals with genuine academic or research interests while still allowing broader community engagement under appropriate supervision. The College Central Library has been actively incorporating modern technologies to enhance its services and resources. The college has entered into the ‘NLIST: National Library and Information Services Infrastructure for Scholarly Content’ programme which is jointly executed by UGC-INFONET Digital Library Consortium, INFLIBNET Centre and INDEST-AICTE Consortium, IIT Delhi.
  

A learning resource centre has been set up with eight terminals for students, scholars, teachers, staff and also administrators through online subscribed (NLIST) e-journals, free e-journals and free e-books, old e-question papers since 2015. Internet browsing facilities should be given to all members of the college. The user may search all resources from all the terminals due to LAN connection.

Digital Library beyond campus has also been introduced to browse online subscribed journals for the registered faculty members and staffs of the College only. All registered members can access the subscribed online journals through NLIST programme from any where.Internet facilities are also available in the library terminals.

KOHA (version: 24.05.00.000) is an Integrated Library Management System (ILMS) that helps in managing our College Library operations such as cataloguing, circulation, and patron management, while a dedicated library website serves as a portal to a wealth of information. Web-OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue) service is a crucial tool provided by our College Library to enable users to search for and remote access the library's collection online for 24hours.

The Automatic Barcoding System streamlines the process of checking in and checking out library materials using automatic barcode scanner for quick and efficient transactions. In the digital age, libraries have transformed into dynamic Knowledge Resource Centers (KRC),embracing technology to enhance access and convenience for users.The KRC allows institutions to manage and preserve digital contents and it gives several useful information/ databases/study materials links to the users. The library offers numerous electronic resources, including e-journals, free open-source e-books, e- theses & Dissertations, and purchased e-books (Oxford Academic & Sage Publications), e-databases, providing students and faculty with access to a wide range of academic content.

N-LIST is a subscription service provided by the Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre, which gives access to numerous e-resources (6,000 e-journals, 2,00,000 e-books and other e-resources) to Colleges in India. N-LIST has been subscribed by our College Library since 2015.

RFID technology is used for security purposes, ensuring that library materials are properly checked out and preventing theft. The presence of eight CCTV cameras enhances security and surveillance within the library premises. The use of RFID Hand Held Reader aids in the quick retrieval of misplaced books. Overall, the implementation of these technologies and resources reflects the college central library's commitment to providing modern and efficient library services to its users. Further more, the library extends its role to Career Guidance, providing a divisiondedicated to aiding students and alumni in navigating their future paths.
    

Outreach services further broaden the library's impact, providing resources and support to neighbouring institutions and the wider community. This embodies the library's commitment to fostering lifelong learning and growth. Overall, the library's efforts reflect a dedication to serving its patrons through both traditional and modern means, ensuring access to a comprehensive range of academic resources.

The college has entered into the ‘NLIST: National Library and Information Services Infrastructure for Scholarly Content’ programme which is jointly executed by UGC-INFONET Digital Library Consortium, INFLIBNET Centre and INDEST-AICTE Consortium, IIT Delhi.

A learning resource centre has been set up with eight terminals for students, scholars, teachers, staff and also administrators through online subscribed (NLIST) e-journals, free e-journals and free e-books, old e-question papers since 2015. Internet browsing facilities should be given to all members of the college. The user may search all resources from all the terminals due to LAN connection.

Digital Library beyond campus has also been introduced to browse online subscribed journals for the registered faculty members and staffs of the College only. All registered members can access the subscribed online journals through NLIST programme from anywhere.