Library-Knowledge Resource Centre (KRC)

Name of the Division Library-Knowledge Resource Centre (KRC)
Name of the Scientist In-Charge Dr. Ch. V. Rao, Chief Scientist
Email of Division lib-nbri@nbri.res.in
Name of Technical Staff
Name Designation
Mrs. Leena Wahi Gupta Sr. Technical Officer (2)

Highlights and Major Activities


The Knowledge Resource Centre (KRC) of CSIR-NBRI, established in 1953, plays a crucial role in supporting research and development by organizing and disseminating knowledge resources.

  • Automation and Information System: Library Management Software enhances accessibility and efficiency.
  • Electronic Resources: Provides access to e-journals and databases.
  • Training and Workshops: Educates users on e-resource utilization.
  • Cultural Initiatives: Promotes literature and language diversity.

Library Classification & Cataloging

  • Classification Scheme: Dewey Decimal Classification (D.D.C)
  • Cataloging Code: Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules-2 (AACR-2)
  • Library Software: LIBSYS for library automation

Library Collection

Books 29,736
Journal Bound Volumes 31,525
Total No. of Books and Bound Journals 61,261
Thesis
  • AcSIR - 172
  • Other Universities - 83
Annual Reports
  • CSIR Institute - 44
  • Other Organizations - 137

Library Services

  • Content Similarity Check: Uses i-Thenticate for plagiarism detection.
  • Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC): Provides bibliographic details of resources.
  • Document Delivery Service: On-demand research documents.
  • Inter Library Loan: Access books from other libraries.
  • Reference Service: Assistance in research and information retrieval.

Library Membership

  • Permanent Staff: No membership fee required.
  • Ph.D. Scholars & Project Assistants: Rs. 2,000 membership fee.

Library Timings

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM