About the Library
A backbone for academic excellence — print + digital, OPAC and research support.
A well-equipped library is considered the backbone of any educational institution. Sarhad Law School maintains a well-managed and up-to-date library that supports the academic and research needs of students and faculty.
The library houses an extensive collection of textbooks, reference books, newspapers, periodicals, and international journals. It is regularly updated with the latest editions and publications, including judgments and reports from every branch of law. Key legal resources such as the All India Reporter (AIR 2015 to date) and Bar Council of India publications are also available.
To support academic success, the library provides access to free law databases, question papers, syllabus and reference materials. It is equipped with digital resources and operates through library management software. Students can search books by author, title or publication, and use OPAC to check availability and location of books. Internet access is available for academic purposes.
A registered student of the institution with a valid ID card is eligible to borrow books and access a wide range of printed and digital resources, including reference books, textbooks, journals and publications.
OPAC & Discovery
Search OptionsAuthor, title, subject, keywords and publication.
AvailabilityCheck number of copies and issued/available status.
LocationFind where the book is placed in the library.
Digital & Access
Library SoftwareIntegrated management software for catalogue and circulation.
Internet FacilityAvailable for academic and research purposes.
Student EligibilityValid ID card required to borrow and access resources.
Library Collection
Current collection strength and key facilities.
Below is a summary of the library's collection and supporting infrastructure.
| Resource | Count / Details |
|---|
| Books | 763 |
| Print Journals | National Journals – 2, Magazines – 2 |
| Online Databases | 1 |
| Newspapers | 2 |
| Computers & Laptops | 1 |
| Photocopying Machines | 1 |
Judgments & Reports
AIR (2015 to date)
Bar Council Publications
Library Rules
Issue, renewal, fines, damage/loss and borrower card policy.
Key Rules
Issue LimitStudents may issue 2 books for 7 days by producing the Library Borrower Card at the issue counter.
RenewalEach book is issued for 7 days; renewals are subject to claims by other readers.
Late FineLate fine is applicable if books are not returned/renewed on time.
Reference BooksCan be referred in the library during hours by submitting ID card; return the same day.
Damage FineFor book damage, fine will be charged @ 100% of the book cost.
Book LossReplace with the same author & latest edition OR pay the printed price of the book.
Borrower Card LossFill a fresh application to get a new borrower card.
Membership & Circulation
Membership eligibility and issue privileges by category.
All registered students, faculty and staff of the institute are entitled to library membership. The library membership card is available at the circulation counter.
| Member Category | Issue Privileges | Duration |
|---|
| Full Time Faculty | 15 | One Semester |
| Part Time Faculty | 15 | One Semester |
| Non-teaching Staff | 05 | One Semester |
| Students (Home Lending Members) | 02 | Seven days |
Remote Access Facilities
Remote login access to digital resources for B.A. LL.B. students and faculty.
Sarhad Law School Library provides a remote login facility to B.A. LL.B. (5 Year Course) students and faculty members to access digital resources online, subject to the following conditions.
Conditions
Policy ComplianceAccess online journals and e-databases as per the e-resource and remote access policy.
PurposeUse retrieved information only for educational/research purposes, not for commercial gains.
ViolationViolations can lead to strict disciplinary action as decided by the management.
Prerequisites
Current Student/FacultyUser should be a current student or faculty of Sarhad Law School.
Official EmailUser must have an official email address provided by Sarhad Law School.
SupportIf users face issues, contact the library staff in person.
User guide: contact library staff
Services & Facilities
Reference, lending, OPAC, awareness, orientation and Wi-Fi facility.
Services
Reference ServiceEncyclopaedias, dictionaries, directories, handbooks etc.
Open AccessUsers can browse and read references in the reference section.
Book LendingBorrow resources and return on/before the due date during working hours.
Periodical ServiceMagazines and journals available for in-library reading.
E-Journals & E-BooksE-resources and databases available through IP-based access.
Library OPACSearch enabled at the entrance computer (author/title/keywords).
Current AwarenessNewly arrived books list displayed on the notice board.
User OrientationOrientation programmes for new users for effective library use.
Wi-Fi FacilityCampus is Wi-Fi enabled; users can access e-resources using their laptops.
Advisory Committee
The library has an advisory committee comprising the Chairman, Professor-in-charge, Secretary and student members. The committee formulates policies and strategies for the development of library services and facilities.
| Sr. | Member | Designation |
|---|
| 1 | Ms. Satyavati Khaladkar (Principal) | Chairman |
| 2 | Ms. Manisha D. Jagtap (Librarian) | Member Secretary |
| 3 | Prof. Sampada Kulkarni | Member |
| 4 | Prof. Utkarsha Dhumal | Member |
| 5 | Prof. Swati Dimber | Member |
| 6 | Mr. Buddhabhushan Gaikwad | Student Member |
Databases & Open Resources
Manupatra, open access resources, free journals and important websites.
Manupatra (IP Based)
Manupatra is a comprehensive online legal and business policy database. It contains judgments of the Supreme Court of India, High Courts, Tribunals, Commissions and Committee Reports, Gazette Notifications, Circulars, Bare Acts, Rules & Regulations, Ordinances, Pending Cases and subject-based legal material. It offers Manu Search, Legal Search, Citation Search and Act Search. Access is available within college IP through the Manupatra website.
Open Access Resources
NDLNational Digital Library
e-PG PathshalaThrough ICT, UGC
CEC Digital Media LibraryOpen learning resources
NPTELE-learning in Engineering/Science/Humanities
SWAYAMGovt. of India platform for courses (Class 9 to PG)
DOAJQuality-controlled open access journals
Free Journals / Libraries
Open Archive (India)Open repositories
NISCAIROnline Periodical Repository
PLOSPublic Library of Science
OALIBOpen Access Library (2,63,388+ papers)
Google ScholarSearch scholarly literature
OPEN LibraryFreely accessible academic books
Internet ArchiveBooks, movies, music and web pages
Digital Library India (DLI)Access 124,508 books online
Project GutenbergOver 42,000 free books
TOCContents access for 11,155 scholarly journals
Important Websites
| # | Website |
|---|
| 1 | National Academic Depository |
| 2 | National Scholarship Portal |
| 3 | SWAYAM: Free Online Courses |
| 4 | BCI: Bar Council of India |
| 5 | Law Commission of India |
| 6 | e-PG Pathshala |
| 7 | Legal Abbreviations |
| 8 | Audiovisual Library of International Law |
| 9 | World Legal Information Institute |
| 10 | SPPU: Savitribai Phule Pune University |
| 11 | UGC: University Grants Commission |
OPAC shows status & copies
Shows location of books
