Library Membership

Eligibility

• Access is granted to students, research scholars, faculty, and staff of KMC Language University.
• Membership can be obtained by submitting the official library membership application form.

Visitor Access

• Research scholars must bring a recommendation letter from a supervisor or department.
• Visiting scholars must present valid photo identification and a university-issued ID card.

Borrowing Privileges

Overdue Charges

• Teaching Staff: Rs. 20/- per book per day
• Guest Faculty and Staff: Rs. 15/- per book per day
• Students: Rs. 1/- per book per day

Loss of Borrowed Books

If a borrowed book is lost, the member must either:

• Replace it with the same or current edition, or
• Pay the book’s current cost based on exchange rates

Additionally:

• Rs. 50/- penalty applies
• Overdue charges are calculated until the settlement date
• Payment should be made to the university’s No.1 account at a nationalized bank
• Submit the counterfoil receipt and book’s Accession Number to the University Librarian

No Dues Certificate

At the end of their course, students must:

• Return the library membership card and all borrowed books
• Fill out and submit the printed No-Dues application form

Retaining the card post-course is considered unlawful and will incur overdue charges.

Library Timings

• Library Hours: 08:00 A.M. – 06:00 P.M. (closed on Sundays and holidays)
• Book Booking Time: 10:30 A.M. – 03:30 P.M. (working days)
• Circulation Timings: 02:00 P.M. – 04:00 P.M. (working days)
• Staff Lunch Break: 02:00 P.M. – 03:00 P.M.

General Rules

1. All visitors must present their identity and sign the register at the entrance.
2. Maintain strict silence inside the library.
3. Deposit personal belongings at the property counter and collect a token.
4. Mobile phone usage is not permitted within the library premises.
5. No eatables or drinks are allowed inside the library.
6. Library membership cards are non-transferable.
7. Personal books or printed materials are not allowed inside the library.
8. Marking, damaging, or stealing library materials will result in disciplinary action.
9. Do not disturb others; reading areas are for individual study only.
10. Do not rest feet on tables, chairs, or shelves.
11. The library is not responsible for lost or damaged personal belongings.
12. Library staff will not deliver phone or mobile messages to readers.
13. The Librarian may suspend memberships for misbehavior with staff or other members.

Note: These rules may be revised or updated without prior notice.

LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP FORM