Learning Resource Centre
Knowledge · Innovation · Excellence
About the Library
The Sir C.V. Raman Library is the academic heart of Sanmati Government College of Science Education & Research, Jagraon — a dynamic knowledge resource centre supporting teaching, learning and research across all disciplines.
Powered by KOHA ILMS v22.11, it blends traditional scholarship with digital innovation. Students access e-books, e-journals and the ONOS platform — opening doors to a world of knowledge.
Our Vision
To keep the library as a dynamic knowledge resource centre that nurtures intellectual growth, promotes research culture and supports academic excellence.
Our Namesake
"Named after the greatest physicist of India — a library that inspires science, curiosity and discovery in every student."
Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman (7 Nov 1888 – 21 Nov 1970) discovered the Raman Scattering phenomenon in 1928, earning India its first Nobel Prize in Physics.
Discovered Raman Scattering — a landmark in light science.
Nobel Prize in Physics — first Nobel in Science for any Asian.
Awarded Bharat Ratna — India's highest civilian honour.
National Science Day — commemorates the Raman Effect.
Our Heritage
Promoting reading culture, research orientation and academic excellence — a living tradition of scholarship.
Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Hindi, English — subject-wise organised in numbered almirahs on KOHA ILMS.
One Nation One Subscription — thousands of e-journals & e-books, accessible to all 282 registered users.
Tribune, Hindustan Times, Punjabi Jagran, Dainik Jagran, Ajit — plus academic magazines for exam prep and research.
📸 Library Photo Gallery — Hover to pause
Library Services
Every visit begins at the circulation counter — where books are issued, returned, and curiosity is served.
Technology & Automation
A fully automated library blending the warmth of books with the power of technology.
Integrated Library Management — Circulation, Cataloging & OPAC fully automated.
Students scan barcode ID cards on entry & exit — digital attendance tracking.
Dedicated OPAC terminals for book search & e-resource access.
Multifunctional printer for all administrative library tasks.
Fast, accurate book check-in & check-out integrated with KOHA.
Fully climate-controlled 2028 sq. ft. space — comfortable all year round.
Barcode-enabled Identity cum Library Card — mandatory for all services.
Safe deposit of belongings with fire extinguisher on premises.
One Nation One Subscription — unlocking thousands of e-journals & e-books via INFLIBNET for every registered student and faculty member.
Library Hours: Mon–Sat | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Our Collection
From classic wooden almirahs lined with Mathematics and Physics texts to modern steel corridors housing Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Hindi, English and Reference sections — 18,000+ volumes await.
| Section / Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| Mathematics & Physics | Comprehensive Mathematics and Physics collection for undergraduate and postgraduate studies |
| Zoology & Botany | Dedicated subject-wise sections — College Zoology, Botany & related sciences |
| Hindi & English Literature | Extensive collection across numbered almirahs |
| Reference Section | Encyclopaedia Britannica, Electromagnetics, rare reference works — non-circulating |
| Chemistry | Fundamental and Advanced Chemistry resources for higher education learning |
| ONOS e-Resources | 282 users · One Nation One Subscription |
By the Numbers
Periodicals & Newspapers
Current magazines, academic journals and daily newspapers in multiple languages.
Infrastructure & Services
Climate-controlled 2028 sq. ft. with 50+ seats in elegant teak study carrels.
CCTV, personal property counter, fire extinguisher & In-Out management.
Special provisions for economically weaker students ensuring equal access to education.
3 HP desktop workstations for OPAC and e-resource access with barcode scanner.
Regulations
Students must carry their Library Identity Card at all times while in the library.
Perfect silence must be maintained inside the library premises at all times.
Reference books, rare books and unbound periodicals shall not be issued for home use.
Mobile phones are strictly prohibited inside the library premises.
Personal belongings must be deposited at the property counter before entry.
Books issued for whole semester.
🕘 Open Monday – Saturday · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 📍 Sanmati Govt. College, Jagraon | ✉️ gscjlibrary@gmail.com | 📞 01624-223242
