Library – Tuljaram Chaturchand College

Library – Tuljaram Chaturchand College Academic Notices प्रथम वर्ष बी. बी. ए. , बी. बी. ए. (सी. ए.) व बी. सी. ए. या अभ्यासक्रमामधील सर्व विद्यार्थ्यांसाठी मार्च / एप्रिल २०२६ ऑनलाईन परीक्षा अर्ज भरणेबाबत शैक्षणिक वर्ष २०२३-२०२४ मध्ये शिक्षण घेणाऱ्या विद्यार्थ्यांकरिता दुष्काळग्रस्त विद्यार्थ्यांच्या परीक्षा शुल्क माफीबाबत Infrastructure Library (Knowledge Resource Center) Tuljaram Chaturchand College Knowledge Resource Center (Library) houses a comprehensive collection of books, journals, bound volumes, and audio-visual materials across various disciplines. In addition to printed resources, the library also holds non-print materials such as CD-ROMs and DVDs. With a collection of approximately 1,16,841 volumes, the library serves a wide range of subjects from the faculties of Arts, Social Sciences, Commerce, Science, Education, Management, Physical Education, and Medical Sciences. The library operates on an open access system and is fully automated, utilizing the latest version (23.11) of KOHA, cutting-edge library management software. It also offers access to a massive range of e-resources through platforms like N-List (INFLIBNET) and J-Gate, a comprehensive global e-journal gateway that covers science, arts, and humanities. These resources meet the needs of faculty, students, and research scholars. Moreover, the library actively promotes awareness regarding plagiarism and provides plagiarism detection services using DrillBit software, ensuring academic integrity for both students and faculty. OBJECTIVES OF THE KNOWLEDGE RESOURCE CENTER (KRC) Support Academic Excellence: Provide timely and efficient access to information resources that support the academic and research needs of students, faculty, and staff. Promote Information Literacy: Develop and conduct information literacy programs to help students and faculty enhance their research skills, critical thinking, and digital literacy. Enhance Resource Availability: Continuously expand the collection of physical and digital resources, including books, journals, e-books, and databases, ensuring access to the latest and most relevant materials in various academic fields. Facilitate Technological Integration: Utilize advanced library management systems and cutting-edge technologies to streamline services, improve user experiences, and promote ease of access to information. Foster Research and Innovation: Provide resources and tools to support scholarly work, including research assistance and plagiarism detection services, to uphold academic integrity and promote original research. Create a User-Centric Environment: Ensure a welcoming and accessible library atmosphere that caters to the diverse needs of its users through user-friendly services, including open access systems and personalized assistance. Collaborate and Share Knowledge: Establish partnerships with other institutions and knowledge networks to facilitate resource sharing, including inter-library loans, and enhance access to a broader range of academic materials. Promote Lifelong Learning: Encourage a culture of continuous learning by offering resources and services that support personal and professional growth, beyond formal academic programs. Highlights One Page Document Profile Library Video Tour LIBRARY SERVICES & FACILITIES Library Timings: The library operates from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm on all working days, excluding Sundays and institutional holidays. During the examination period, which typically runs from October to May, the Reading Hall remains open until 9:00 pm , offering extended hours for students preparing for their exams. Digital Resources: The library provides access to a wide range of digital and electronic resources , including both subscription-based and open access materials. These digital resources are available in formats that can be accessed and read using electronic media, ensuring convenient access to academic journals, e-books, and other scholarly content. Reading Halls: The library features three spacious and well-designed reading halls that together accommodate more than 750 students at a time. These spaces provide a conducive environment for quiet study and concentration. Reading Spaces (Cubicles): In addition to the general reading halls, the library offers private reading cubicles specifically designed for faculty members and research scholars. These cubicles allow for focused, long-duration reading and research work. Home Lending: The home lending service allows students, faculty, and staff to borrow books and materials for use outside the library, promoting continuous learning and study beyond the confines of the library space. Inter-Library Lending: The library facilitates inter-library lending services, enabling users to borrow resources from other libraries within affiliated networks when specific materials are not available in-house. Bibliographic Services (On Demand): The library offers bibliographic services to assist users in locating relevant academic resources, such as articles, books, and journals, based on specific topics of interest. This service is available upon request. Reference Service: The reference service assists users in locating specific information, using both print and digital resources. Trained library staff is available to provide guidance and support for academic queries. Reprographic Service: The library offers reprographic services , including photocopying and scanning, allowing users to make copies of academic materials for personal study and research purposes. Guidance for Ph.D. and M.Phil. Students: The library provides dedicated guidance and support to Ph.D. and M.Phil. Students throughout their research journey. This includes assistance in identifying and accessing relevant academic resources, training in effective research strategies, and support in using the plagiarism detection software. Personalized consultations are available to help these students navigate the library’s resources efficiently. Reading Hall for Extended Hours: During examination periods or peak academic times, a reading hall with extended hours is available to accommodate the needs of students requiring additional time and space for studying. Library Resources Print Resources: The library holds 1,16,841 print books in various subjects and subscribes to 89 print journals and periodicals, along with 21 manuscripts and 3,789 bound volumes of journals. Digital and Electronic Resources: The library provides access to digital resources such as: Library OPAC: Search the library’s physical collections. Link Digital Library / Institutional Repository: Access theses, dissertations, and research papers. Link N-List (INFLIBNET): E-books and e-journals. Link J-Gate: Access to e-journals across disciplines. Link Special Collections: The library’s special collections include rare books, manuscripts, and bound volumes of journals for in-depth research. Audio-Visual Materials: The library offers CDs, DVDs, and multimedia resources to enhance learning through audio-visual content. E-Resources and Remote Access: Faculty and students can access N-List and J-Gate e-resources remotely for digital content from anywhere. Institutional Repository: The institutional repository provides access to the college’s academic output, including research papers and publications. Newspapers and Magazines: The library offers a range of newspapers and magazines for current affairs and general knowledge updates. Membership and Access Library membership is available to all current students, permanent faculty, temporary faculty (upon written request and principal approval), ex-faculty and staff, and other academic/non-academic persons or institutions with principal approval. Policies and Regulations Library Card: Always carry your I-Card/Library Card while using library services. Book Borrowing: Students may borrow books for one week at a time. Late Returns: fine will be charged for books returned after the due date. Lost or Damaged Books: Report any lost or damaged books immediately. The replacement must be a copy of the same title and author Library Timings: Please adhere to the library’s operational hours. For detailed timings, visit the library. Mobile Phones: Keep your mobile phones on silent mode while in the library. Digital Presence Social Media Engagement: The library maintains an active presence on social media to engage with students and faculty and share updates. Mobile-Friendly Access: The library’s website and digital resources are optimized for mobile devices, ensuring easy access on the go. Library App: The library offers access to resources through Library OPAC for efficient searching of physical books and digital resources. E-Resource Subscriptions: N-List Subscription : Provides access to e-books and e-journals. J-Gate Subscription : Offers access to a wide range of e-journals. Open Access E-Resources: Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) Open Access Theses and Dissertations (OATD) National Digital Library of INDI A -: E-PGPATHSHALA -: SWAYAM- : SHODHGANGA -: Library Building ( Area in sq.ft.) Sr. No. Section Area in Sq. ft. 1. Reading Hall-1 (Basement M- 118) 3666 2. Reading Hall-2 (First Floor M- 218) 4877 3. Reading Hall-3 (First Floor M- 222) 2727 4. Text Books Section (Ground Floor) 3008 5. Stacking Science (First Floor) 657 6. Stacking Arts, Com. (First Floor) 1010 7. Stacking Language (First Floor) 1050 8. Reference Section (First Floor) 1248 9. Periodical Section (Ground Floor) 798 10. Cyber Section (1) (Ground Floor) 224 11. Cyber Section (2) (Ground Floor) 396 12. Librarian’s Cabin 240 13. Processing & Circulation Counter 868 14. Property Counter 117 Total Area:- 20886 Sq.ft Books & Other Materials Material Total Number Sr. College Books 1,16,841 E-Books (through N-list) E-Books : 1,99,500 + Titles E-Journals : 6000 + Titles Manuscripts 21 Gramophone Records 31 Maps 20 Theses & Dissertations 120 CD / DVD 1172 Bound Volumes of Journals 3789 Current Periodicals (Print) Periodicals View Total Number Periodicals Subscribed (Print) List of Journals & Magazines 106 E-Resources E-Resources Total Number N-List E-Books : 1,99,500 + Titles , E-Journals : 6000 + Titles J-Gate Basic Science E-Journals : 58,000 + Titles & Social Science Humanities : 8224 American Library Dosti House , Mumbai E-Books , E-Journals : 52,300 Library Committee The Library Committee is responsible for overseeing library operations, ensuring resource availability, and promoting the development of the Knowledge Resource Center. It includes faculty, administrative staff, and student representatives who provide valuable feedback to enhance library services and resources. Library Committee - 2024-25 Name Designation Prof. (Dr.) Avinash Jagtap (Principal) Chairman Dr. Amar Kulkarni (Librarian) Secretary Prof. (Dr.) Ashok Kalange ( Vice Principal ) Member Prof. (Dr.) Sachin Gadekar ( Vice Principal ) Member Prof. (Dr.) Yogini Mulay ( Vice Principal ) Member Mr. Abhinandan Shah ( Registrar ) Member Prof. Dr. Ajit Telave Member Dr. Wajid Khan Member Prof. (Dr.) Sunil Pawar ( CDC Member ) Member Dr. Mukta Ambhere ( CDC Member ) Member Rajesh Mehta( CDC Member ) Member Student Representative Member Online OPAC / Digital Lib. / N-list & J-gate Login Library OPAC Digital Library / Institutional Repository N-list Login J-Gate Login American Library e- resources Social Media Link Facebook Page Link- View LIBRARY STAFF Sr. No. Name of the Staff Qualification Designation Photo Dr. Amar Kulkarni BSc. MLIS , PhD., SET Librarian Mr.Nitin Bhosale M.A., M.Lib.I.Sc. Library Clerk Mr.Babasaheb Puri SSC Lib. Attendant Mr. Shashikant Shelar HSC Lib. Attendant Mr. Satish Jadhav 11th Lib. Attendant Mrs. Sarika Vhora B.A., C.Lib.I.sc Library Clerk Mrs. Varsharani Raut B.A., M.Lib.I.Sc Library Clerk Mr. Nitin Londhe B.A., M.Lib.I.Sc Library Clerk Mrs. Priyanka Sonwalkar B.Sc. Library Clerk 10 Mrs. Sangita Gaikwad 4th Peon 11 Mrs. Sawpnali Pise 7th Peon Reading Hall -1 WebOPAC Pune Book Festival Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Jayanti nimitta Vachan Prerana Din Celebration Celebrating Dr. S. R Rangnathan’s Birth Anniversary (1) UG Reading Hall 1 Kavivary Moropant Vadvivad Sprdha Granth Pradershan Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti Nimitta Grantha Pradershan Competitive Examination Hall Wachan Prerana Din Celebrating Dr. S. R Rangnathan’s Birth Anniversary Book Land Book Distributor Pune (1) FY Botany Students Pradeep Book Distributors, Pune Swami Vivekanand Book Exhibition Reading Hall -3 Hindi Department Vachan sankalp Maharashtracha Samuhik Vachan NSS Department Celebrating Dr. S. R Rangnathan’s Birth Anniversary 2023-24 Vachan sankalp Maharashtracha Granth Pradershan Kavivary Moropant Book Exhibition Work Shop on E resources Photo Botany Savidhan Din Sanskrit Department E- resources for Research Department of Psychology Library Events 2024-25 Vachan sankalp Maharashtracha Samuhik Vachan NSS Department Vachan sankalp Maharashtracha Granth Pradershan Pune Book Festival E- resources for Research Department of Psychology Celebrating Dr. S. R Rangnathan's Birth Anniversary Tuljaram Chaturchand College . All Rights Reserved. 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