About Library

VIT-AP University Library is an integral part of the university with modern infrastructure supporting teaching, research and other academic activities is fully automated and air-conditioned spread around 1500 Sq.m with 500 seating capacity. Currently the library has more than 5700 titles and 25,000 volumes of Text & Reference books and also maintains other materials like print and online journals, magazines, newspapers, CD & DVD…etc. Present collection is coupled engineering, science and technology, humanities, social science, law and management. The library automation made by the KOHA, an open source software with RFID technology enabled issue & Returns with KIOSK and Drop box for returns only. It serves the students, faculties and research scholars by adopting different emerging technologies from time to time.

The global changes in library and information services, particularly with the adoption of Information and Communication technologies (ICTs), have created a profound impact on the functioning of academic libraries. The developments in ICT have changed both library sources, services and user's expectations from time to time especially in academic libraries by several ways. The modes of collecting information and disseminating knowledge have undergone tremendous changes in recent times. To meet the requirements and demands of the end users effectively, academic libraries need to identify and adopt good practices and benchmarks, which will enhance the value –based services of libraries. Users visit library to refer, read and borrow reading and reference materials. Hence, the atmosphere in the library should be inviting, which is ensured through cleanliness of areas inside and outside the library. Maintaining a calm and neat atmosphere in the reading and stack areas is essential for concentrated reading, time spending and searching of materials. VIT AP University Library aims at providing users with clean and green atmosphere including dust-free environment in the stack and reading areas.

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Vision

To Striveto be a global leader in academic support.
To Fosteran innovative and dynamic learning environment.
To Empowerthe university community with cutting-edge resources and services.

Mission

To Providedynamic and diverse resources for learning and research.
To Supportteaching, learning, and research with premier access to renowned publishers.
To Adaptto global advancements in knowledge and technology.

Library Resources

Books (Text and References)

EBooks

Print Journals

E Journals

Thesis & Dissertation

NPTEL videos

CD & DVDs

Magazines

New Papers (Different Languages)

Back Volumes

Databases

Braille

Library Services

CAS/SDI

LIBRARY RESOURCES

Text & Reference Books
Titles
5709
Volumes
25043
Braille Books
Titles
93
Volumes
93
Back Volumes
Titles
-
Volumes
346
Print Journals
Titles
-
Volumes
177
E-Journals (Annual Subscriptions)
Titles
-
Volumes
3690
E-Books (Perpetual Access)
Titles
-
Volumes
16969
IEL Conference Proceedings
Titles
-
Volumes
38421
IEL Conference Series
Titles
-
Volumes
6805
IEL Standards
Titles
-
Volumes
5240
Braille Readit Software
Titles
-
Volumes
Yes
Institutional Repository (DSpace)
Titles
-
Volumes
Yes
Remote Access Software (RemoteXs)
Titles
-
Volumes
Yes
NDLI Service
Titles
-
Volumes
Yes
DELNET Membership
Titles
-
Volumes
Yes
Library Automation Software (KOHA with RFID)
Titles
-
Volumes
Yes

Library Infrastructure

The library spreads on 1500 sq.mt., centrally air-conditioned, and Wi-Fi enabled area with CCTV surveillance. The total seating capacity of the library is 500. It has three reading halls, one reference cum periodical section, three discussion rooms, one digital library as major constituents of the library infrastructure.

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Library Hours

The Library functions during 9 AM to 7:30 PM on all working days and 9 AM to 5 PM on Sunday, Monday and other holidays.

Library Membership

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DELNET (Development of Library Networks):

NDLI (National Digital Library of India)

E Resources

Library provides the different subjects e-resources to its users by subscribing institutionally or through the consortia basis.

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Title

URL

No Of Journals/Books

New Arrivals

Book 1
Book 2
Book 3
Book 4
Book 5
Book 6
Book 7
Book 8
Book 9
Book 10
Book 11
Book 12

Library Features

VSL Library - Modern library facility for Law Course

VSL Library

New library has been established in the same campus for Law Course in Administrative Block-II as per the BCI norms.

All the text books, reference books, journals and other e-resources for Law course are shifted the new library.

Library Staff

Dr. Ch. Deepak

Dr. Ch. Deepak

Director, Library

Dr. Ch. Veeranjaneyulu

Dr. Ch. Veeranjaneyulu

University Librarian

Mr. K. Saibabu

Mr. K. Saibabu

Library Assistant

Mr. D.V.V Prasad .B

Mr. D.V.V Prasad .B

Senior Library Assistant

Mrs. V. Tapaswi

Mrs. V. Tapaswi

Library Assistant

Mr Ch Vijay Kumar

Mr Ch Vijay Kumar

Library Associate

Contact Us

Dr. Ch. Veeranjaneyulu

University Librarian

Address:VIT-AP University, Beside AP Secretariat, Near Vijayawada, 522 241, Andhra Pradesh

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