Sahyog College Library provides academic resources and services for the benefit of students and faculty members. To ensure that all users can access the and faculty members. To ensure that all users can access the library in a peaceful, organised and fair environment, users are expected to follow the library rules and procedures.

Library rules help protect library resources, maintain discipline and ensure that books and other facilities remain available to the maximum number of users.

Students are requested to read and follow the rules carefully and contact the library staff if they require clarification about any procedure.

Library Membership

Library membership is available to eligible students and other authorised users according to the policies of Sahyog College.

Students may be required to carry their valid college identity card when using library facilities or borrowing books. The identity card should be presented whenever requested by library staff.

Library membership and borrowing privileges are subject to the rules and procedures established by the college and library.

Library Entry

Users should maintain proper discipline while entering and using the library. Students are expected to carry their identity card and cooperate with library staff.

The library is an academic space and users should behave respectfully toward other students, faculty members and library staff.

Book Issue and Return

Books may be issued to eligible users according to the library’s borrowing policy.

Users are responsible for the books issued to them and should check the condition of a book when receiving it. Books should be returned within the prescribed period.

Students should not retain books beyond the permitted return date unless the book has been renewed according to applicable library procedures.

For detailed information, visit the Book Issue & Return page.

Renewal of Books

Where permitted, users may request renewal of issued books. Renewal may depend on the availability of the book and whether another user has reserved or requested the same resource.

Students should contact the library staff before the due date if they wish to renew a book.

Overdue Books and Fines

Books should be returned on or before the specified due date. Where applicable, overdue charges may be imposed according to the library’s current rules.

Users are responsible for checking their due dates and returning books on time.

The library may also restrict further borrowing privileges when books remain overdue.

Lost or Damaged Books

Users are responsible for books issued to them. A lost or damaged book should be reported to the library staff immediately.

Replacement or recovery procedures may apply according to the library’s policies. Users should not attempt to repair damaged books without consulting library staff.

Reading Room Discipline

The library reading area should remain quiet and suitable for study.

Students should avoid unnecessary conversations, disturbances or activities that may inconvenience other users.

Seats should not be reserved by leaving personal belongings unattended. Users should also keep the reading area clean and organised.

Mobile Phones

Mobile phones should be kept on silent mode while inside the library. Students should avoid phone conversations or other activities that disturb users who are studying or reading.

Food and Beverages

Food and beverages should not be brought into areas where they may damage books, equipment or other library resources.

Users are expected to maintain cleanliness and take care of library property.

Digital Resources

Digital resources such as e-books, e-journals, online databases and other electronic services should be used responsibly.

Users must follow the terms and conditions of the respective resource provider. Unauthorised downloading, copying, distribution or sharing of copyrighted content is not permitted.

Students should use digital resources primarily for legitimate academic and educational purposes.

Library Property

Books, furniture, computers and other library property should be handled carefully. Any damage to library property should be reported to library staff.

Users should not remove books or other materials from the library without completing the required issue procedure.

General Conduct

All library users are expected to:

• Maintain silence and discipline.
• Carry their valid college identity card where required.
• Return books on time.
• Handle books and equipment carefully.
• Follow instructions given by library staff.
• Keep mobile phones on silent mode.
• Maintain cleanliness.
• Use digital resources responsibly.
• Respect other library users.

The library may update its rules and procedures from time to time according to institutional requirements.

Students are encouraged to contact the library staff for clarification regarding any rule or service.

For current library working hours, visit Library Timings.