UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
SUPPORTING TEACHING, LEARNING AND RESEARCH
A place to read, learn and discover.
The Sikkim Alpine University Library at Kamrang, Namchi, is an academic resource centre for students, faculty and researchers. It provides access to relevant information resources and a supportive environment for study and research.
The Library promotes reading, information literacy, independent learning and the effective use of print and digital resources in support of academic excellence, innovation and lifelong learning.
Explore library resourcesOUR PURPOSE
A foundation for lifelong learning.
Provide timely access to relevant learning and research resources.
Support teaching, learning, research and lifelong learning.
Promote the ethical and effective use of print and digital information.
COLLECTION AT A GLANCE
Resources for study and research.
Collection figures supplied for 2023–2026.
Print books
Collection statistics · 2023–2026Print journals
Collection statistics · 2023–2026Theses and dissertations
Collection statistics · 2023–2026Daily newspapers
Collection statistics · 2023–2026READ · SEARCH · CONNECT
E-resources and useful links.
Open a resource in a new tab to continue your research.
LIBRARY NETWORK
Visit DELNET DELNET
Explore the Developing Library Network and its shared library resources.
Access eligibility: Students and facultyDigital learning resources
National Digital Library of India ↗e-PG Pathshala ↗Shodhganga ↗Google Scholar ↗e-ShodhSindhu ↗Directory of Open Access Journals ↗Directory of Open Access Books ↗eGyanKosh ↗Open Library ↗Research and library tools
ORCID ↗Zotero ↗Mendeley ↗Crossref ↗Koha Library Software ↗DSpace ↗LIS Portal ↗LIS Link ↗Quick links
SWAYAM ↗University Grants Commission ↗INFLIBNET Centre ↗Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme ↗Department of Science and Technology ↗NAAC ↗HERE TO HELP
Library services.
Support for everyday learning, information discovery and academic research.
- Book circulation: issue, return and renewal
- Reference and research assistance
- Current awareness and new-arrival information
- Internet, computer, printing, scanning and binding
- Printing: ₹2 per page · Binding: ₹50
- Literature-search and citation assistance
- Orientation and information-literacy sessions
A SUPPORTIVE STUDY ENVIRONMENT
Facilities available.
MEMBERSHIP
Rules and regulations.
Please follow these guidelines to keep the Library safe, respectful and welcoming for everyone.
Library identity
Present your library membership card or other valid identification when entering the Library or whenever requested by library staff.
Personal belongings
Deposit bags, umbrellas and other personal belongings at the designated property counter. These items are not permitted inside the Library.
Reading room materials
Books issued for Reading Room use must remain in the designated section unless the Librarian gives prior permission.
Care and inspection of books
Do not leave library books unattended on reading tables. Examine books when borrowing them and report missing pages, defacement, mutilation or other damage immediately at the Issue Counter. Borrowers may be held responsible for damage that was not reported at issue.
Silence and discipline
Loud talking, sleeping, smoking and loitering are prohibited. Keep mobile phones on silent mode; phone calls are not permitted inside the Library.
Personal belongings and conduct
The University Library is not responsible for loss of or damage to personal belongings. The Librarian may suspend the membership of users who misbehave with staff or other library members, subject to University rules.
BOOK LOAN PRIVILEGES
Borrowing periods.
| User category | Number of books | Loan period | Renewal period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students (UG and PG) | 2 | 10 days | 5 days |
| University teachers | 3 | 15 days | 5 days |
GET INVOLVED
Notices, events and new arrivals.
Keep up with learning opportunities and library activities.
Notices, reports and new arrivals
Updates, reports and new additions from the University Library.
Orientation and workshops
Programmes to build research and information-literacy skills.
Library events and gallery
See campus events and learning moments in the Student Gallery ↗.
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
Internship programme for MLIS students.
Gain practical exposure to library operations and build professional skills in Library and Information Science.
- Apply theoretical knowledge in day-to-day library work
- Gain hands-on experience in technical processing
- Develop classification and cataloguing skills
- Become familiar with library automation and software
- Understand circulation and user services
- Build professional skills, work ethics and competence
