Core Values

• Knowledge Sharing
• Innovation & Digital Transformation
• Professional Ethics
• Research & Academic Excellence
• Inclusivity & Accessibility
• Lifelong Learning
• Social Responsibility

Objectives of the Department

• To provide quality education in Library and Information Science.
• To develop skilled professionals for libraries, archives, and information centers.
• To promote research, innovation, and digital librarianship.
• To train students in modern information technologies and knowledge management systems.
• To encourage community engagement and information literacy.
• To build leadership qualities and professional ethics among students.

1. Digital Library & E-Resources Access

Providing access to e-books, e-journals, institutional repositories, databases, and digital learning platforms for students and researchers.

2. Information Literacy Programs

Conducting regular workshops and orientation sessions on:

• Research methodology
• Citation tools
• Plagiarism awareness
• Database searching
• Academic writing skills

3. Library Automation Training

Hands-on training on:

• KOHA
• DSpace
• RFID Technology
• OPAC Systems
• Digital Cataloguing Tools

4. Research & Publication Support

Encouraging students and faculty to:

• Publish research papers
• Participate in conferences/seminars
• Undertake funded research projects
• Develop institutional repositories

5. ICT-Enabled Teaching Learning

Use of:

• Smart classrooms
• Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Online lectures and webinars
• Digital assignments and assessments

6. Internship & Field Training

Industrial visits and internships at:

• University libraries
• Digital knowledge centers
• Archives and documentation centers
• Research institutions

7. Community Outreach Activities

Organizing:

• Book donation drives
• Reading awareness campaigns
• Rural library support initiatives
• Information literacy camps

8. Student Development Activities

• Book review competitions
• Quiz competitions
• Library week celebrations
• Expert lectures
• Career guidance programs

9. Green Library Initiatives

Promoting:

• Paperless communication
• Digital documentation
• Energy-efficient library practices
• Sustainable information management

10. Feedback & Continuous Improvement System

Regular feedback from:

• Students
• Alumni
• Employers
• Library professionals

for continuous curriculum enhancement and quality improvement.

Unique Features of the Department

• Modern ICT-enabled infrastructure
• Experienced faculty members
• Strong research culture
• Industry-academia collaboration
• Focus on digital librarianship and AI-based information systems
• Skill-based and outcome-oriented education
• Active placement and career guidance support