Hiralal Mazumdar Memorial College for Women

तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय | Estd. 1959
Affiliated to West Bengal State University | NAAC Accredited A+

About Central Library - GRANTHALOK

READ - KNOW - GROW

The Central Library stands at the heart of the college’s academic ecosystem, supporting teaching, learning, and research while nurturing a culture of intellectual excellence.

Rich & Accessible Collection

  • Well-stocked library with a diverse range of academic resources
  • Open access system for easy browsing
  • Regular addition of new books and materials

Comfortable Reading Environment

  • Spacious, well-furnished Reading Room
  • Seating capacity for 50 users
  • Ideal ambience for study

Digital Learning Support

  • Computer facilities with free high-speed internet
  • Easy access to online academic resources
  • Member of NLIST Programme for e-resources

Modern Library Management

  • Fully automated with Koha software (Version 24.05.03)
  • Equipped with RFID system for better services
  • Continuous up-gradation to meet evolving academic needs

User Support & Engagement

  • Helpful and dedicated library staff
  • Guidance in locating books and reference materials
  • User-friendly services for students and faculty

The library continues to grow as a dynamic knowledge hub—bridging traditional resources with modern technology to support the academic journey of every learner.

Library Services:

  • Lending service
  • Reading room service
  • Open access service
  • Career Guidance Material Support service
  • Reference Service
  • Internet Service
  • E-resources (through NLIST programme)
  • Current Awareness Service (Display of new arrivals)
  • Reprographic Service (for not to be lent out books)

Library Hours:

Monday to Saturday

10:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Seminar Library

In addition to the Central Library, 17 departments offering major courses have separate Seminar Libraries, for their major students. It contains specialized books that the students can borrow with the permission from the Head of the Departments. The functioning of the Seminar Library is monitored by the departments concerned.