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Presidency University Central Library

Supporting learning, teaching & research with rich collections and inspiring spaces

Presidency University's Extensive Library System supports learning, teaching and research with good collections, innovative services and inspiring spaces. Our collection covers many conceivable aspects of human endeavor. We are here to support your search for knowledge providing print and electronic resources with organized governance of library flexibly when and where you need it. We are committed to enrich our library.

Library Resources

Text and reference Books, CDs, Floppies and subscription to 10 different Daily News Papers and Magazine.

Membership Eligibility

All students in good standing, Full time & Part time faculties, Administrative Personnel & Office Support Staff, Research & Teaching Assistants of Presidency University are eligible to apply for library membership. Library cards are issued within 7 working days.

  • Members may read or use any book inside the library with a valid library card
  • Some books of high demand may be issued for a limited time only
  • Current journals, periodicals and reference materials may be used inside the library only
  • Members are responsible for the good condition of borrowed materials
  • Library materials must be returned during working hours at the circulation desk

Library Rules & Regulations

Guidelines for using the library facilities

  • Silence is to be strictly maintained in the Library
  • The library is a place for self-study; users should respect the needs of others
  • Persons using the library shall abstain from any kind of discussions or group study
  • Mobile phones should be switched off inside the library
  • Exercise copy, pens, pencil, rubber, geometric boxes and calculators are allowed inside
  • Readers are advised not to leave their valuable items in the library
  • Playing games on computers is strictly prohibited in the entire Library premises
  • Readers must carry their Library Membership card while using the Digital Library
  • Books for return must be deposited at the counter at least 15 minutes before closing
  • The Librarian reserves the right to suspend the membership of any misbehaving member
Fines and Penalties
  • Books not returned by due date: Tk. 20/- per day
  • Other materials (CD/DVD-ROM) not returned: Tk. 5/- per day
  • If not returned within 7 days after due date, item is considered lost
  • Library Card Replacement (damaged/expired): Tk. 50/-
  • Library Card Replacement (lost): Tk. 100/-

Borrowing Policy

Duration and quantity of borrowing library books

BorrowerBooks LimitDurationFine/Day
Full-time Faculty7 books6 monthsTk. 20/-
Part-time Faculty2 books2 monthsTk. 20/-
Admin Staff3 books1 monthTk. 20/-
Students2 books15 daysTk. 20/-