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College Library, College of Forestry, Ponnampet

College Library - Ponnampet

The College Library is housed in a separate two-storey building and serves as the central knowledge resource centre for students, faculty, researchers, and staff. The library maintains an extensive collection of books, theses, reports, journals, e-books, and other academic resources to support teaching, learning, and research activities. Modern technologies such as Koha Library Management Software, RFID systems, OPAC services, smart ID cards, and digital repositories have been implemented to enhance user access and library services.


Objectives


About the Library

The library houses a collection of more than 11,018 books along with theses, reports, journals, e-books, CDs, and other academic resources. Separate Wi-Fi and LAN facilities are available for students and faculty members.

Koha Library Management Software has been implemented for library automation and barcode management. RFID technology, smart ID cards, self-service facilities, and Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) provide efficient access to information resources and library services.

The library also maintains digital repositories of theses, faculty publications, Indian Forester journal back volumes (1896–2016), UPSC and RFO question papers, and academic resources accessible through QR codes.


Library Working Hours

Day Working Hours
Monday – Friday 8:45 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 8:45 AM – 4:00 PM

Information Resource Collections

Resource Quantity
Total Books 11,018
Book Bank Books 372
Journal Back Volumes 42
Theses 111
Newspapers 10
E-Books 70
Project Reports 228

Library Automation and Digital Infrastructure


Facilities and Services


Photocopying and Printing Services

A dedicated photocopy and printing section is available on the first floor of the library building. These services are provided for the benefit of students, researchers, and faculty members to support academic and research activities.


Reading Hall

The library provides spacious reading hall facilities for students and staff. The reading spaces are designed to support individual study, reference work, literature review, and academic preparation in a comfortable environment.


Journals and Magazine Section

Dedicated display areas are available for journals, magazines, newspapers, and other current awareness resources. Users can access current and archived issues for academic reference and general reading.


Special Features


Library Staff

Name Designation Qualification Nature of Appointment
Mr. Subramani M.K. Deputy Librarian B.Sc., M.L.I.Sc. Permanent
Mr. Karigowda D. Assistant B.A., M.L.I.Sc. Contractual
Mrs. Chandini B.B. Shelf Assistant B.Com. Contractual
Mr. Manu V.J. Messenger B.A. Contractual
University Address

VC Farm, Mandya, Karnataka 571405

Email Address

registraruasm@gmail.com

Phone Number

+91 0823277211

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