Library Rules

Any person eligible to become a member of the library or permitted by the Librarian/Competent Authority may be admitted to the library.
Every member shall be required to write legibly his/her name and department in the gate register specially provided for the purpose. Such a signature will be taken as an acknowledgement that the person agrees to abide by the library rules.
The staff at the entrances is authorized to examine everything that passes into or goes out of the library.
No book shall be issued on loan which, in the opinion of the Librarian, is not in a condition to be safely handled by the borrower.
Before getting books issued, any mutilation or markings should be pointed out immediately by the member to the Issue Counter Assistant and initials obtained there, otherwise the member shall be responsible for mutilations and markings discovered afterwards.
In case of damage or loss of a book, the member shall be required to replace the book or pay the cost of replacement. The cost will be the highest among the bibliographical sources, market price, or Accession Register, plus postal and incidental charges.
If the book is a gift, out of print, or its price is unknown, the Librarian in consultation with the DSW will determine the replacement cost.
If a volume of a set is lost and not available individually, the member must replace the whole set or pay for the entire set.

Reference books, periodicals, rare books, and restricted materials are not ordinarily lent out. In special cases, the Librarian may permit short-term issue.
A book in high demand may not be re-issued to the same student on consecutive days.
Books borrowed for consultation in the library must be returned before leaving.
Thesis, reports, and project reports are not for issue. Special permission from the Vice Chancellor is required for exceptions.

Readers shall maintain perfect order and silence in the library.
Making noise, spitting, smoking, or any disruptive behavior is strictly prohibited. Violators may be restricted from entering the library.
No person is permitted to mutilate or damage any library material or property.
Damage to reading material or library property must be compensated by replacement or payment, along with any penalty imposed.
Members must check books for damage before issue. If found damaged upon return, they are liable for replacement or cost.
Readers must vacate their seats ten minutes before closing, or earlier if instructed by library staff.
The Librarian may suspend or cancel membership for misbehavior or indecent conduct.
Complaints should be directed to the Librarian rather than argued with library staff.
Violation of rules may result in cancellation of admission and borrowing privileges.
The Librarian has discretionary authority in all other matters.
Library rules may be amended or added to by the University without prior notice. Copies are available on request and payment.
The Janitor or Library Attendant is authorized to search any person suspected of carrying unauthorized materials out of the library.