Central Library as a Comprehensive Academic Support System @ RIT
The Central Library of RIT was established in 2009. Since its inception, the Library has continuously expanded in terms of infrastructure, resources, services, and digital facilities in parallel with the overall growth of the Institute. At present, the Central Library functions as a knowledge hub, supporting teaching, learning, research, and career development activities of students, faculty, and staff.
The Library provides a free, congenial, and academically enriching environment conducive to learning, awareness, and intellectual growth.
The Central Library of RIT is a well-structured, resource-rich, and technology-enabled academic support system. With its extensive collection, digital integration, disciplined operations, and robust security measures, the Library fully complies with the requirements of AICTE and other statutory bodies, significantly contributing to the Institute’s academic excellence.
Reach RIT Library @ 6782-256316, Email- library@ritbls.edu.in
Library Infrastructure & Seating Capacity
- Seating capacity for 150 students at a time
- Well-defined sections:
- Reading Room
- Reference Section
- Journal & Career Guidance Section
- Digital / Internet Section
- Lending Section
- Library Cash Section
- Adequate lighting, ventilation, furniture, and shelving facilities
Library Collection (As per Accession Register)
The Central Library of RIT maintains a rich and diversified collection of print and digital resources.
Library Resources at a Glance
Item | Titles | Volumes |
Books | 1541 | 10991 |
E-Books | NDLI CLUB | |
Career Guidance Books | 52 | 91 |
Literature | 105 | 111 |
Dictionaries | 07 | 42 |
Magazines | 08 | 156 |
CDs / ROMs | 99 | 100 |
Newspapers | 05 | – |
Additional Subscriptions:
- 07 Journals & Magazines
- 02 Career-Oriented Magazines
- 01 Career-Oriented Newspaper
Digital Library & E-Resources
- Dedicated Digital Library with free internet access
- Membership with National Digital Library (NDL)
- Access to NPTEL Video Courses (IITs & IISc, Bengaluru)
- Subscription to reputed E-Journal
- Controlled and monitored computer access
Library Timings
General Hours
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Closed on Sundays & notified holidays
Section-wise Timings
Section | Time |
Reading Room | 8 AM – 8 PM |
Reference Section | 8 AM – 8 PM |
Journal & Career Guidance | 8 AM – 8 PM |
Internet Section | 8 AM – 8 PM |
Lending Section | 8 AM – 7:30 PM |
Library Cash Section | 9:45 AM – 7 PM |
Library Services
- Lending & reference services
- Open Access System
- Previous years’ question papers (online & offline)
- Career guidance support
- Reprographic facility
- Departmental library support
- Book Bank facility
Book Bank Facility
- One book per subject issued per semester
- Mandatory return after semester examination
- Continuation subject to proper return of previous books
Reprographic Facility
- Xerox facility available within the library
- ₹1 per copy through coupons issued by college office
Departmental Library
- Departmental Library of ECE Department operational
- Books for daily reference and project use
- No home issue permitted
- Final-year students allowed for project work
Library Rules & Regulations
For Students
- Mandatory Library/Identity Card
- Silence strictly maintained
- Bag deposit at security desk
- Mobile phones switched off
- Reading: 2 books (same-day return)
- Lending: 4 books for 20 days
- Fine: ₹2/day (regular), 50 paisa/day (exam period)
- Damage/loss as per library rules
- Library clearance mandatory before examinations & course completion
For Faculty & Staff
- Maximum 10 books per semester
- 5 books at a time for reading (same-day return)
- Return before new semester begins
- Library card non-transferable
- Library clearance mandatory before leaving service
For Visitors
- Allowed with prior permission of Librarian
- Identity proof mandatory
- No borrowing facility
Library Procurement Policy
Books
- Faculty recommendation with HOD approval
- One copy per five students policy
- Avoidance of local publications
- Expensive books procured as per departmental need
Journals & E-Resources
- Department-wise requirement analysis
- Renewal based on usage statistics
- Subscription as per academic calendar
Security Measures
- 24×7 CCTV surveillance across all sections
- Identity-based controlled entry
- Bag deposit & security desk
- Supervised open access system
- Digital usage monitoring
- Fire safety equipment installed
- Periodic stock verification
- Strict penalties for misuse, theft, or damage
