Introduction
The College Library was established in 2007 and is housed within the existing college building. It covers an area of approximately 7,000 sq. ft., organized into multiple functional sections. The library provides a well-ventilated, spacious, and air-conditioned reading environment to ensure comfortable access for all users.
Mission
To support teaching, research, and extension activities by providing seamless access to quality print and digital information resources for students, faculty, researchers, veterinary practitioners, and other stakeholders.
Vision
To develop the library into a modern Digital Resource Learning Center for the institute and its associated units.
Key Objectives
• Develop a digital learning environment for academic and research excellence
• Maintain rich collections of print and electronic resources
• Provide ICT-based services including RFID, computers, and printing facilities
• Offer 24×7 high-speed Wi-Fi and laptop zone facility
• Ensure access to Web-OPAC, ONOS, and other digital databases
Infrastructure & Facilities
• Area: 7,000 sq. ft.
• Air-conditioned reading halls
• RFID-enabled services
• Computer and internet browsing facilities
• 24×7 Wi-Fi connectivity
• Digital access terminals
• Access to e-books and ONOS
Online Resources
• J-Gate (ICAR)
• ICAR e-Journals
• IDEAL E-Granth
• • Koha Web-OPAC
• Krishikosh
• CeRA
• ONOS
• NIPA Online Programme
E-Books Platforms
• Astral
• NIPA
• CBS
• Scientific Publishers
Library Collection
Sr.No. Resources Total
1. Books 7071
Textbook- 5393
Reference book- 1678
2. Bound Journals 101
3. Thesis 217
4. Reports 70
5. E-BOOKS 58
6. Video-Cassette 0
7. Books CD 64
8. VET/BEAST CD-ROM DATABASE 0
Total 7581
Highlights
• Integrated Library Management System (Koha)
• Access to national agricultural e-resources (CeRA, ICAR)
• Digital and print resource integration
• User-friendly and research-oriented environment
Library Services
• Reference Section: Provides a wide range of reference books for quick and reliable information.
• Competitive Examination Cell: Offers study material for ICAR, ASRB, ARS, JRF/NET, UPSC, and other competitive examinations.
• Circulation Section: Manages issue and return of books, overdue charges, and membership services.
• Periodical Section: Subscribes to various national and international journals and magazines. Access to a wide range of e-journals is also available through ONOS (One Nation One Subscription).
• Digital Services: A well-established digital infrastructure with high-speed internet and modern computer systems provides access to 58 e-books and various online programmes. The library offers Online Perpetual Access Programmes, including:
I. English Language Programme
II. Communication Skills Programme
III. Public Speaking and Presentation Skills Programme
IV. Academic Writing and Documentation Correction Tool
V. Online Competitive Examination Preparation in Vernacular Languages
VI. Personality Development Programme
• J-Gate (Agriculture & Biological Sciences): Provides access to a large database of e-journals through CeRA.
• Krishikosh: A national repository of agricultural research documents, books, and institutional records.
• OPAC (Web-OPAC): Enables users to search and retrieve library holdings online.
• Reprographic Services: Photocopying facility available in the library.
• CCTV Surveillance: Installed for effective monitoring of all sections.
Staff Information:
Dr.Parmest Vishnu Kumar Sharma
Assisatnt Librarian & I/c Library
e-mail ID- cvaslibrary@gmail.com
Ph- 9667364848
