CIRCULATION RULES

Users can renew borrowed books if they are not requested by another user. Renewal can be done either in person at the library circulation counter or online (without returning the book to the library). However, online renewal is limited to two times for students and two times for faculty and staff.

Reference books are issued only for the weekend and must be returned on Monday. A late fee of ₹5 per day will be charged for overdue returns. Repeated delays may lead to the suspension of borrowing privileges.

Important: Books Issue facility will be suspended if fine exceeds Rs. 300/- in case of Students and Rs. 200/- in case of faculty and staff.

1. General books are issued to all eligible members as per their entitlements.

2. Theses, dissertations, CDs, video cassettes are not lent out of the library.

3. The readers should check the book thoroughly for missing pages, chapters, pictures etc., while borrowing the book.

4. No book in damaged condition will be accepted from the reader. Mutilated or spoiled books will have to be replaced by the borrower.

5. Reader can claim books (reserve) already issued, at the circulation counter / online.

6. Loss of book must be reported immediately. Late fees, if any, will be charged till the loss of book is reported. If the original library book is returned after reporting it lost, the fine will be calculated till the date of its return.

7. If a book is out of print, the borrower is required to pay the original cost of the book and a fine of Rs. 2000/-.

For the rules for replacement of lost book, kindly contact the Library Staff.

For more information about these services, please contact the TIFRH Library at tifrhlibrary@tifrh.res.in or call 040-2020-3132.