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Shri Sidddharameshwar Education Trust

S.G.Balekundri Institute of Technology

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Central Library — SGBIT Belagavi

Knowledge Hub of SGBIT

Fully automated library with 40,000+ volumes, digital databases, and 24×7 e-resource access — empowering research, academics and innovation.

40,000+ Print Volumes 20,000+ eBooks 6,800+ e-Journals Wi-Fi Enabled Koha LMS
40,000+
Print Volumes
20,000+
eBooks
6,800+
e-Journals
700+
Project Reports
24×7
e-Access

About the Central Library

The SGBIT Central Library is a fully automated, Wi-Fi enabled knowledge centre serving students, faculty, and researchers of SG Balekundri Institute of Technology, Belagavi. It is equipped with the Koha Library Management System (LMS) for seamless cataloguing, circulation, and OPAC access.

The library is a proud member of DELNET (Developing Library Network), NDLI (National Digital Library of India), and participates in the VTU Consortium for access to premier international databases including IEEE Xplore, Elsevier ScienceDirect, Springer, and more.

Total Books40,000+
Titles6,000+
Journals (Print)50+
Magazines15+
Newspapers4
Project Reports700+
Reading Hall Capacity200 Seats
Area~550 sq.m.

E-Resources & Digital Databases

Access to world-class digital resources via VTU Consortium and institutional subscriptions:

IEEE Xplore

6,000+ journals & conference papers in electronics, computer science & engineering

Elsevier ScienceDirect

2,500+ peer-reviewed journals in science, technology, engineering & medicine

Springer

Access to Springer journals, books, and conference proceedings in STEM disciplines

DELNET

Interlibrary loan, resource sharing, union catalogue — networking with 7,000+ libraries

NDLI (National Digital Library)

75 million+ learning resources; single-window access to content from all over India

VTU Consortium

Shared subscriptions to premium databases across all VTU-affiliated institutions

NPTEL / Swayam

Access to IIT & IISc video lecture series, online courses and certifications

eBooks (OPAC)

20,000+ eBooks accessible via Koha OPAC — anytime, anywhere for all students

Turnitin

Plagiarism detection tool for research papers, projects and thesis submissions

Also accessible:

J-Gate ProQuest ACM Digital Library JSTOR ASTM Standards Taylor & Francis Wiley Online Oxford Journals Cambridge Journals PubMed

Library Services

Circulation Services

OPAC Search

Inter-Library Loan

Reprography

Internet / Wi-Fi

Current Awareness

User Orientation

Plagiarism Check

Newspaper Clipping

Project Reports

NPTEL Videos

Barcode Circulation

Library Advisory Committee

# Name Designation Role
1 Dr. B. R. Patagundi Principal Chairperson
2 Dr. S. S. Pattanshetti HOD – CSE Member
3 Dr. P. L. Srinivasamurthy HOD – ECE Member
4 Dr. R. B. Patil HOD – EEE Member
5 Dr. V. G. Umrani HOD – ME Member
6 Dr. S. B. Shinde HOD – Civil Member
7 Dr. S. M. Raghavendra HOD – ISE Member
8 Mr. H. M. Patil Librarian Member-Secretary

Library Staff

# Name Qualification Designation Experience
1 Mr. H. M. Patil M.L.I.Sc Librarian 20+ Yrs
2 Mrs. S. V. Joshi B.L.I.Sc Asst. Librarian 12+ Yrs
3 Mr. R. K. Desai B.L.I.Sc Library Asst. 8+ Yrs
4 Miss. P. S. Kulkarni B.Lib Library Asst. 5+ Yrs

Library Rules & Regulations

  • Library cards are non-transferable. Loss of card must be reported immediately.
  • UG students may borrow 2 books for 14 days; PG students may borrow 3 books for 21 days.
  • A fine of ₹2 per day per book is charged for overdue returns.
  • Strict silence must be maintained inside the library premises.
  • Mobile phones must be switched off or kept in silent mode.
  • Food, beverages and smoking are strictly prohibited inside the library.
  • Personal bags must be deposited at the property counter before entry.
  • Books must be handled carefully; damage or loss will be charged.
  • OPAC terminals are available for book search. Internet terminals are for academic use only.
  • Reading Hall access is permitted with a valid SGBIT ID card.
  • Reference books, journals and project reports are for in-library use only (no home lending).
  • Students must return all library books before receiving their No-Objection Certificate (NOC).
Mon – Sat
8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Reading Hall: Open till 9:00 PM
Working Hours
Day/SectionHours
Mon – Fri (Term)8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Reading Hall8:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Issue & Return9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Vacation9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday / HolidaysClosed

Library Contact

Librarian – SGBIT Belagavi

library@sgbit.edu.in
(0831)-2407172

Ext. 205 (Library Section)

Library Management System
Koha LMS
Open-source, fully automated cataloguing, circulation & OPAC