The Central Library of SMCET is the intellectual heart of the institution, serving as a comprehensive knowledge resource center for students, faculty, and research scholars. Established along with the college in 1998, the library has grown to become one of the finest academic libraries in the region.
Spread across 5,000+ sq. ft. of well-organized space, our library provides a tranquil and conducive environment for learning, research, and self-study. It operates on an open-access system combined with digital cataloguing for easy reference and retrieval.
The library subscribes to leading national and international journals and provides access to digital resources through platforms like DELNET, NPTEL, SWAYAM, and NDL (National Digital Library).
Books & Volumes
National & Intl. Journals
E-Journals & E-Books
Seating Capacity
Our library offers a wide range of services and resources for academic excellence.
A dedicated section with encyclopedias, handbooks, dictionaries, and subject-specific reference books for quick consultation and research support.
Subscriptions to 150+ national and international journals, magazines, and periodicals covering all branches of engineering and technology.
A modern digital section with internet-enabled computers providing access to e-journals, e-books, online databases, and NPTEL/SWAYAM resources.
A well-lit, air-conditioned reading hall with seating for 250+ students simultaneously, ideal for focused study and exam preparation.
The Book Bank facility provides textbooks to economically disadvantaged students on a semester-long loan basis, ensuring equal access to learning materials.
Licensed access to Turnitin and Urkund plagiarism detection tools for faculty and research scholars to ensure academic integrity.
High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the library premises, enabling students to access online resources on their personal devices.
The library operates from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays and extended hours during examination periods to support student preparation.
Photocopying, printing, and scanning facilities available within the library for convenient document reproduction.
Access to premier digital platforms and e-learning resources.
Developing Library Network providing access to vast databases and inter-library loan services across India.
National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning — free video lectures and course materials from IITs and IISc.
Government of India's MOOCs platform offering courses by the best faculty in the country.
National Digital Library of India — a single-window platform providing access to millions of academic content.
Access to IEEE journals, conference proceedings, and technical standards in engineering and computer science.
Electronic gateway providing seamless access to millions of journal articles from major publishers.
| Day | Timing |
|---|---|
| Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| During Examinations | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sundays & Holidays | Closed |