Library  
A library of wisdom, is more precious than all wealth, and all things that are desirable cannot be compared to it. It is the temple of learning, and learning has liberated more people than all the wars in history. Books are the treasured wealth of the world and the fit inheritance of generations and nations.

The Library located on the second floor offers a wide range of academic resources to the user community such as books, periodicals, back volumes, CDs/DVDs, question banks, news papers. A total of 13,520 books, 34 magazines and 324 CDs are part of the collection of the library. The Internet facility available in the library gives the students unlimited free access to various academic resources available on the net.

LIBRARY TIMINGS

The CJC Library & Internet Lab is open all six days of the week and is closed only on sundays and other public holidays.

General Timings

  • Monday - Friday: 08.30 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Saturday : 08.30 AM - 01.15 PM
Reference Section
  • Monday - Friday: 09.00 AM to 04.30 PM
  • Saturday : 09.00 AM to 01.15 PM

For Contact:
Ph: 4012 9233
Email: library@cjc.christcollege.edu

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

    • Students are required to carry their Identity Cards (ID card), while visiting the library. Without the Identity Card, they are not allowed to refer/borrow books or periodicals.
    • Books and periodicals must not be carried out of the library without producing the same for entry in the library records. Any individual violating the rule will have to face a disciplinary action.
    • It is necessary to maintain discipline in the library. Students should refrain from gossiping, sleeping, relaxing and eating. The reading hall must be used for reference and consultation of resource materials.
    • Eatables and Electronic gadgets are not allowed in the library.
    • Library resources are limited; therefore, users should not damage/mutilate/tear pages of the resources. While borrowing, the condition of the materials must be noted. Personal liability for replacement shall be imposed.
    • Personal books are not allowed inside the Reference/Stack Section.
    • The arrangement of books in the shelves must not be disturbed. After reference, users must replace the books/magazines in their place
    • Misplacement or hiding of books to misguide other users is strictly prohibited. Students should avoid pulling down several books at a time from the shelves.
    • Books will not be issued temporarily either for classroom reading/reference or for reading outside the Library.
    • Request for changing the issued book on the same day will not be entertained as it creates unnecessary administrative hassles.
    • Students should refrain from unnecessary arguments with the staff. They should meet the Librarian to sort out the problem.
    • Persistent defaulters with indiscipline will not be allowed to access Library services.
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RULES & REGULATIONS

  • Students
    • Students can borrow two books at a time for 7 days
    • Extension of the period of loan for another 7 days is possible if the book is brought to the library or the request is communicated prior to the due date of return, provided there is no demand for the issued item from other students before or on the due date stamped
    • Extension of the period of loan for overdue items is not allowed
  • Issue of Books
    • In order to borrow a book, demand slips are to be filled and submitted in the Library between 9.00 am and 1.00 pm
    • Issue of books:
      • Week days 3.00 to 4.30 pm
      • Saturdays: 12.00 to 1.00 pm
    • Return and Renewal of books only between 9.00 am to 1.00 pm

      Science I PU - Monday & Thursday
      II PU - Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
      Social Sciences and Commerce I & II PU - Wednesday & Saturday

    Penalty for Overdue Books
    • The penalty for the late return of the books is fixed at Rs.5/- for each book per day.
    • The amount will be calculated taking into account all days following the due date, up to and including the actual date of return. Sundays and holidays are also included in the calculation of penalty.
    • The amount should be paid in the College Office.
  • Reference Books
    • Reference books are to be referred to inside the Library.
    • Under no circumstances, reference books will be issued temporarily either for classroom reading/reference or for reading outside the library
    • Reference books may be taken for photocopy after taking due approval of the Librarian or the staff in-charge of Reference section.
    • Students are advised not to leave reference books with the photocopier.
  • Lost/Damaged Library Resources
    • A student, who loses any document borrowed from the Library will be responsible for a full face-value reimbursement of the document and will have his/her Library privileges suspended.
    • If the document is no longer available or out of print, the student will have to pay double the value of the lost material and will also have his/her Library privileges suspended.
    • The money should be paid within thirty days
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  • No Due Clearance
    • Students are to obtain No Due Clearance from the Library before the beginning of Promotional/Board examination.
    • The Library will not issue NO DUE CLEARANCE for the following:
      • Unpaid Library fine
      • Library Book due
    • Once No Due Clearance is issued, a student cannot borrow any book further. However, he/she may take books for reference

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INTERNET LAB

  • Working Hours General Timings
    • 08.30 a.m. to 05.00 p.m. (Monday - Friday)
    • 08.30 a. m. to 01.15 p.m. (Saturdays)

      Timings for checking Personal Mails:

    • 8:30 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

General Rules

    • Bags are to be kept inside the shelves provided in the Internet Lab.
    • Wallets, money, laptops, keys and other valuables that are kept in the bag are at the sole responsibility of the student. The college is not responsible for the loss of any valuables.
    • Use of e-mail by the students is not permitted beyond the stipulated time.
    • Identity cards must be produced before entering the Internet Lab.
    • Playing computer games is strictly prohibited.
    • Internet facility can be availed by a student for 15 minutes and can continue if another student does not want to avail the service.
    • Accessing pornographic sites in the Internet Lab is strictly prohibited. Students flouting this rule will be denied access to Internet facility. Browsing of educational sites only are allowed.
    • Students are hereby advised to use the Internet Lab for learning rather than for sending mails and chatting [both oral and mail].
    • Students are advised to follow instructions given by the Computer Instructor when handling the computers and take the Instructor's help in case of system or internet malfunctioning.

LIBRARY ETIQUETTE FOR STUDENTS
    • Students should enter the Library in a single line and the student representatives should report to the Librarian during free hour.
    • Whenever students enter the Library, they must maintain silence.
    • After taking their seats, they are allowed to take Reference Books/News Papers/Magazines etc. The attendance will be taken by the class representative.
    • Students should return Reference Books/Magazines/Newspapers 5 minutes before the bell rings.
    • Whenever students come to Library, they should sit alternatively by leaving one chair vacant and it will be strictly followed for disciplinary purpose.
    • Any violation of the above rule will be dealt with sternly, which may eventually lead to two hours of detention after 3.00 pm
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