9.30 am - 4.30 pm

Library

Library

St. John’s College Library sprawls across a floor area of 743.22 square meters over two floors, with a reading space spanning 185.81 square meters, and the stack room covering 278.71 square meters of carpet area, the building surrounded by windows that allow a profuse flow of natural light. The ground floor comprises a circulation section, a general reading area, an air-conditioned digital library, a reading section with a capacity of 110 seats, stocked with journals and books for researchers, the librarian’s cabin, and the property shelf. The first floor houses the stack area, where books are meticulously arranged according to the Dewey Decimal Classification. ‘New Arrivals’ (recently purchased books) are prominently displayed, with newspapers and periodicals showcased on a separate shelf adjacent to it. The library complex houses a collection of 65,348 books, 3 journals, 18 periodicals, and 8 newspapers (3 English and 5 Malayalam), along with e-resources.

Rules and Regulations

  1. All students and staff are members of the Library and Reading room.
  2. The Library and Reading room will remain open on all days from 09.00 a.m. to 04.00 p.m. except on Sundays and Public holidays.
  3. Silence must be strictly observed in the library.
  4. Students are required to produce their identity card to enter the Library.
  5. Periodicals in the reading room and books in the Reference section will not be lent out. They may be referred inside the library by submitting the identity card.
  6. A student at the degree level will be issued 3 books and at the PG level, 5 books.
  7. Borrowers will be held responsible for any damage caused to the book. When a book is issued to a member, it is presumed that it is in good condition, unless and otherwise pointed out.
  8. Students are not allowed to sub lent the book.
  9. Students must not make any marking or underlining in the books and periodicals or disfigure them in any other way.
  10. If a book is damaged or lost by a member, he/she will have to replace it or pay the cost of the book at the current rates with fine.
  11. A member who fails to return a book on the due date will be fined Rs 1 per day until the book is returned. (Govt. Order No. (M.S) No. 5/2002 H.Edn.dt.15/01/2002.
  12. If a book is overdue by one week the Librarian will report his/her identity card at the issue counter for proper verification.
  13. A member can avail books from the Library by producing his/her identity card at the issue counter for proper verification.
  14. A member will have to affix his/her signature in the Issue Register both at the time of issuing and returning the book.
  15. All books must be returned to the Library before the close of each term or at the time of sending certificates for University Examination.
  16. The time scheduled for both issuing and returning the books is from 09.00 a.m. to 03.30 p.m. on all working days.
  17. Students must remove their footwear out of the library.
  18. Mobile phones are strictly prohibited inside the library.

Library Automation

The college library has implemented a comprehensive automation system to enhance user experience and efficiency. Barcoded ID cards grant access through entry and exit gates, tracking students' library usage. At the entrance, a computer equipped with Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) facilitates easy searching of bibliographic details of all library documents. This OPAC system is also accessible remotely via the college website, enabling students to explore library resources from anywhere. Moreover, the library is fully equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity, facilitating access to online content. Additionally, a dedicated E-Learning space within the library provides individual workstations for research students, fostering a conducive environment for academic endeavors. This integrated automation system streamlines library operations while providing students with convenient access to a wealth of scholarly resources.

The library is fully automated with Libsoft, a free and open-source Library Management System. Libsoft has revolutionized various aspects of library management, particularly book circulation, streamlining processes and improving user experience. Recently, by incorporating EMBASE, an integrated learning management software, the operations of library is optimized, particularly in managing the e-gate register. With Libsoft and EMBASE working together, the library operates seamlessly, ensuring that students and staff alike have easy access to resources and a smooth borrowing experience.

Library Advisory Committee

  1. Dr Nisha Thomas (Principal)
  2. Dr Thomas Mathew
  3. Dr Brilliant Rajan
  4. Mr Binu K Joy (Supdnt)
  5. Rev Dr Rabaeka Rachael V G (UGC Librarian)
  6. Mr Sunoj J Daniel

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