Knowledge and Learning Resources
Central Library
The Central Library of Bharat Ratna Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Rajkiya Engineering College, Pratapgarh, is the academic heart of the institute, supporting teaching, learning, and research across all engineering disciplines. With a carefully curated collection of textbooks, reference works, handbooks, standards, journals, and growing e-resources, the library promotes academic excellence, integrity, and lifelong learning.
Central Library Offers
- Rich Print Collection: Core and elective course texts, competitive examination resources, project reports, and reference titles in engineering, sciences, and humanities.
- User-Centric Services: Issue, return and renewal facilities, reference and research assistance, current-awareness displays, reprography and printing, and book-bank support as per institute norms.
- Learning Spaces: Quiet reading areas, reference corners, and staff-assisted counters that ensure a supportive and orderly study environment.
Vision
To establish a dynamic and technology-driven knowledge hub that provides seamless access to global information resources, fostering academic excellence, innovation, and lifelong learning among students, faculty, and researchers. The Central Library envisions becoming a fully digital and interactive learning environment that supports multidisciplinary education and research excellence.
Mission
To support the institute's teaching, learning, and research endeavours by offering high-quality print and digital resources, promoting information literacy and research culture, and providing a conducive, learner-centred environment. The library is committed to continuous improvement through digitization, e-library development, and ICT integration.
Library Resources
| Resource Type | Quantity / Description |
|---|---|
| Books | Over 5000 volumes |
| E-Resources | Access to NPTEL, DELNET, IEEE, Springer, etc. |
| Newspapers & Magazines | Daily and weekly issues |
Library Services
- Circulation and issue/return of books
- Reference and referral service
- Internet and digital access facilities
- Reprography and printing services
- Book bank for economically weaker students
- Reading rooms for students and faculty
Digital Transition (In Progress)
- Digitization and e-library development
- Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) for quick search and real-time availability
- Integrated Library Management System for seamless circulation and reminders
- Single-sign-on access to subscribed e-books and e-journals through institutional credentials
- Remote access gateway for off-campus research needs
Until these services go live, staff will guide users to available e-resources and interim access points.
Library Rules & Timings
- Access and Timings: The library opens during the working hours of the institute.
- Borrowing: Entitlements and loan periods follow institute rules; late returns may attract fines as per regulations.
- Etiquette: Maintain silence, keep mobile phones on silent mode, and handle materials with care.
Library Administration
Library Incharge: Dr. Saurabh Srivastava, APSH
Library Deputy Incharge: Dr. Alok Sanyal, MED