NIE Library —
Knowledge Since 1946
Two campus libraries serving 6,000+ students with over 137,000 books, 13,000+ e-journals, and state-of-the-art digital infrastructure for research and learning.
“Establish itself as a premier learning resource center featuring cutting-edge library resources and services in science and technology fields.”
“Function as an accessible resource center by leveraging contemporary technology.”
Two Libraries, Boundless Resources
| Resource | South Campus | North Campus | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books (incl. e-books) | 113,376 | 23,695 | 137,071 |
| E-Journal Titles | 7,361+ | 6,100 | 13,461+ |
| Print Journals | 19 | 230 | 249 |
| Book Bank Volumes | 13,740 | — | 13,740 |
| Newspapers | 10 (Kannada) + 8 (English) | Shared access | 18 |
| Magazines | 11 general titles | Shared access | 11+ |
What the Library Offers
Reference Consultation
Expert librarians assist with research queries, citations, and resource navigation.
Book Bank
Lending programme for economically weaker students — 13,740+ volumes available at South Campus.
Reprography
Photocopying and scanning services for academic materials.
Digital Library
IBM server-powered digital library with textbooks, faculty publications, and past question papers.
User Instruction
Orientation and training programmes for effective library and database use.
OPAC Catalogue
Web-based LIBSOFT catalogue — search and reserve books from anywhere on campus.
NPTEL Access
Full access to NPTEL e-learning platform with courses from IITs and IISc.
Social Media Updates
New arrivals and resource updates announced via library social channels.
When We're Open
| Day | Regular | During Exams |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Hours may extend during VTU examination periods. Check library notice boards for updates.
Lending Limits
Library Rules
Identity card mandatory for access
Maintaining silence throughout the facility
Pre-registration required for membership
No personal belongings permitted inside
Mobile phones and audio devices prohibited
Sign-in register required at entrance
No refreshments allowed in premises
Library card remains non-transferable
Books must be returned on or before due date; late fine applies
Reference & Journal Section
Reference Section
Encyclopedias, dictionaries, and textbooks available for in-library consultation only.
Journal Section
Periodicals organized alphabetically with latest issues displayed prominently.
Back Volumes
Previous volumes available in drawers. Bound volumes restricted to library reference use.
Library Staff
Y.S. Harish
Librarian
M.Lib.Sci., M.Phil
Bhamini N.
Library Assistant
D.Lib.Sc.
Sandeep P.N.
Library Assistant
B.A., M.Lib.Sci
Shivshankar
Library Assistant
B.A., M.Lib.Sci
Ramesha P.
Library Assistant
B.A., M.Lib.Sci
Sanju S.
Library Assistant
B.A., M.Lib.Sci
Srikantaiah H.N.
Group-D
SSLC
Mahadevswamy
Group-D
SSLC
Devaraja
Helper
PUC
Digital Library & E-Resources
LIBSOFT Web OPAC
Web-based catalogue — search, browse, and reserve books online.
Visit Portal →🌐DELNET Discovery
Inter-library resource sharing across 6,000+ Indian libraries.
Visit Portal →📚National Digital Library
Access to NDLI — millions of academic resources from premier institutions.
Visit Portal →📡IEEE Xplore
Full-text access to IEEE journals, conferences, and standards.
Visit Portal →📖Springer Link
E-books and journals in science, technology, and engineering.
Visit Portal →▶️NPTEL e-Learning
1,000+ courses from IITs and IISc — free campus access.
Visit Portal →Digital Infrastructure for Modern Research
LIBSOFT Catalogue
Web-based library management system accessible at libsoft.nie.ac.in. Search, browse, and reserve books from anywhere on campus.
Visit portal →Digital Library (IBM Server)
TechFocuz Digital Library Software 4.0 hosts digitized textbooks, faculty publications, research papers, and institutional records.
NPTEL e-Learning
Full campus access to NPTEL's 1,000+ online courses from IITs and IISc — supplementing classroom learning with expert video content.
Visit portal →