Library Overview
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About Haridwar University Library
Libraries serve as repositories of knowledge, offering books, journals, multimedia, and online resources. They are integral parts of academic institutions, playing a crucial role in supporting the teaching, learning, and research missions of universities.
Haridwar University boasts a comprehensive library system, offering a balanced combination of print and digital collections. The resources include the most recent editions of databases, books, and journals, contributing to a rich collection exceeding 20,158 volumes.
The library subscribes to various online databases such as JSTOR, JSTOR SAOA, IEEE, Sage, EBSCO BSE, SCC Online, Lexis Advance India, Westlaw, Hein Online, EPWRF, Indianjournal.com, and is a member of digital consortia such as DELNET, National Digital Library of India, and Shodhganga.
Infrastructure
A well-equipped library infrastructure is paramount, offering not only ample space for study and research but also a comprehensive collection of diverse resources, modern technology for easy access and retrieval, comfortable seating arrangements, and conducive ambience fostering an environment conducive to learning and exploration.
HU library equipped with user-friendly infrastructure includes big spacious halls, multimedia lab, digital sections, discussion rooms, circulation counters, air-conditioned well ventilated premises, neat and clean toiletries, fresh filtered water, and staircases.
Our flexible service hours provide you with the highest convenience and flexibility in accessing the library. Haridwar University Library is completely automated facility with Wi-Fi, Access Control system. Haridwar University Library has set up of 01 Computer Labs to access its Digital Library Section networked through internet connectivity.
Digital Resources
Access to computers, internet connectivity, online databases, and digital resources for research and learning purposes.
Objective & Motto
Objective
- To support the University teaching program.
- To furnish reading materials for independent study and research.
- To promote lifelong learning among students, thereby enhancing their enlightenment and knowledge.
- To enhance and support the academic environment by providing seamless access to information resources.
Motto
- 1Students Satisfaction in terms of Information need.
- 2Knowledge with a Smile.
- 3Enlightening Minds, Empowering Futures.
Library Services
News Paper Clipping Service
The library at Haridwar University offers a newspaper facility. This service provides access to a wide range of newspapers for patrons to read and stay informed.
The Newspaper Clipping Service arranges clippings of academic activities, news, notices, advertisements, write-ups, etc. The current work of press-clippings digitization is being carried out in-house by the library staff.
Circulation of Books
The library at the Haridwar University provides this service with varied loan privileges. Students and staff can utilize any library to access this service.
Five library cards per student are issued by the librarian. These cards are non-transferable and must be renewed at the beginning of each semester.
Reference Services
The Haridwar University Library System offers a Reference Service to its users. This service is available in both offline and online formats. Any registered user may approach the Reference Librarian with specific queries about resources, services, or any other academic requirements.
The Reference Librarian keeps records of all reference queries for analysis and to add a greater number of reference sources to the library.
Print Resources
List of Journals 2025-2026
| S.N. | NAME OF JOURNAL | PERIOD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Journal Of Computer Networking Wireless And Mobile Communications (IJCNWMC) | Half Yearly |
| 2 | International Journal Of Computer Science & Engineering (IJCSE) | Half Yearly |
| 3 | Journal Of Environment And Bioscince | Half Yearly |
| 4 | incold Journal (a Half Yearly Technical Journal Of Indian Committee on Large Dame) | Half Yearly |
| 5 | Teri Information Digest On Energy And Environment | Qutarly |
| 6 | International Journal Of Industrial Electronic And Control (IJIEC) | Half Yearly |
| 7 | International Journal Of Electronic And Electrical Engineering (IJEEE) | Half Yearly |
| 8 | Journals Of International Association On Electricty Generation Transmission And Distribution | Half Yearly |
| 9 | Ieema Journal | Monthly |
| 10 | International Journal Of Microcircuits & Electronic (IJME) | Half Yearly |
| 11 | Advanceds In Wareless And Mobile Communication | Half Yearly |
| 12 | International Journal Of Applied Engineering Research (IJER) | Monthly |
| 13 | International Journal Of Wireless Communication And Simulations (IJWCS) | Half Yearly |
| 14 | Global Journal Of Electronic And Communication Research (GJECR) | Half Yearly |
| 15 | University News | Weekly |
| 16 | Current Sciences | Fortnightly |
| 17 | Vigyan Praggati | Monthly |
| 18 | CSIR News | Monthly |
| 19 | Pargati Vikash Aur Asha CISR Samachar (Hindi) | Monthly |
| 20 | Resonances- Journal Of Sciences Education | Monthly |
| 21 | Abhigyan Magazine | Qutarly |
| 22 | Digit Magazine | Monthly |
| 23 | Yojana Maga | Monthly |
List of Magazine 2025-2026
| S.N. | NAME OF MAGAZINE (Language) | PERIOD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | India Today (English) | Weekly |
| 2 | India Today (Hindi) | Weekly |
| 3 | Pratiyogita Darpan (English) | Monthly |
| 4 | Pratiyogita Darpan (Hindi) | Monthly |
| 5 | Out Look (English) | Weekly |
| 6 | Electronic for You (English) | Monthly |
| 7 | CSR (English) | Monthly |
| 8 | Sport Star (English) | Fortnightly |
| 9 | Science Reporter (English) | Monthly |
List of News Paper-2025-2026
| S.N. | NAME OF NEWSPAPER (Language) | PERIOD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dainik Jagran (HINDI) | Daily |
| 2 | Amar Ujala (HINDI) | Daily |
| 3 | Punjab Keseri (Hindi) | Daily |
| 4 | Saha Times (Hindi) | Daily |
| 5 | Hindustan (Hindi) | Daily |
| 6 | Rastriya Sahara (Hindi) | Daily |
| 7 | Hindustan Times (English) | Daily |
| 8 | Times of India (English) | Daily |
| 9 | The Hindu (English) | Daily |
| 10 | Empolyment News Paper (English) | Weekly |
Library Rules
Five library cards per student will be issued by the librarian, library cards are non transferable and to be renewed in the beginning of each semester.
The library will not be responsible for the misuse of library card(s) issued to individuals.
A sum of Rs. 100/- per card will be charged for the loss of the library card.
Please return the book by the due date as stamped on the Acc. No. slip in the book.
In case of delay in return of book, a fine of Rs. 2/- per day will be charged.
In case the book is not returned for any reason with in one month, the student has to pay double the cost of the book and he/she will not be further issued any book till he/she clears the library dues.
The student has to bring the slip for the fine due on him/her from the Librarian and deposit the amount in accounts section of the college, get a receipt for payment of fine and reproduce the receipt of fine to librarian to clear the Library dues.
Tearing or folding or cutting of pages or making any mark on the library book is not permitted.
The borrower shall be responsible for any damage to the book as observed at the time of return unless it was pointed out at the time of issue.
A fine of Rs. 2000/- for tearing of pages, a fine of Rs. 1000/- for putting marks/underlining or highlighting any portion on the book and a fine of Rs. 500/- for defacing or making the book ugly will be charged in addition to the price of the book.
Book lost, defaced or damaged in any way shall have to be replaced by the borrower or shall have to pay double the cost of the book.
A member against whom any overdue or other charges are outstanding, shall not be allowed to borrow books until he/she has cleared the outstanding dues.
The Library may recall issued book at any time in case of urgency.
Hostel residents about to leave the station, even for a short period, must return all the library book(s).
Ignorance of 'Library Rules' will not be excused and a heavy economical fine may be imposed.
Note: The above rules will supersede the rules notified earlier and will be effective from today, 16 Aug, 2025.