About the Library
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 up to date) and Indian Bar Council publications are also available.
To support academic success, the library also provides access to free law databases, question papers, syllabus and reference materials. The library is equipped with digital resources and operates through the AutoLib NG 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 (e.g., Chinar).
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Search OptionsAuthor, title, subject, keywords and publication.
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AvailabilityCheck number of copies and issued/available status.
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LocationFind where the book is placed in the library.
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AutoLib NGIntegrated library management software for catalog and circulation.
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Internet FacilityAvailable for academic and research purposes.
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Student EligibilityValid ID card required to borrow and access resources.
Library Collection
Below is a summary of the library's collection and supporting infrastructure.
| Resource | Count / Details |
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| Books | 763 |
| Print Journals | National Journals – 2, Magazines – 2 |
| Online Databases | 1 |
| Newspapers | 2 |
| Computers & Laptops | 1 |
| Photocopying Machines | 1 |
Library Rules
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Issue LimitStudents may issue 2 books for 7 days by producing Library Borrower Card at the issue counter.
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RenewalEach book is issued for 7 days; renewals are subject to claims by other readers.
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Late FineLate fine is applicable if books are not returned/renewed on time.
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Reference BooksCan be referred in the library during hours by submitting ID card; return same day.
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Damage FineFor book damage, fine will be charged @ 100% of the book cost.
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Book LossReplace same author & latest edition OR pay the book mentioned price.
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Borrower Card LossFill a fresh application to get a new borrower card.
Library Membership & Circulation Policies
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 |
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| 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 Rules
Sarhad Law School Library provides remote login facility to BA.LL.B (5 Year Course) students and faculty members to access digital resources online, subject to the following conditions.
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Policy ComplianceAccess online journals and e-databases as per the e-resource access policy and remote access policy.
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PurposeUse retrieved information only for educational/research purposes and not for commercial gains.
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ViolationViolations can lead to strict disciplinary action as decided by the management.
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Current Student/FacultyUser should be current student or faculty of Sarhad Law School.
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Official EmailUser must have official email address provided by Sarhad Law School.
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SupportIf users face issues, contact the library staff in person.
Library Services & Facilities
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Reference ServiceEncyclopaedias, dictionaries, directories, handbooks etc.
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Open AccessUsers can browse and read references in the reference section.
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Book Lending ServiceBorrow resources and return on/before due date during working hours.
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Periodical ServiceMagazines and journals available for in-library reading.
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E-Journals & E-BooksE-resources and databases available through IP based access.
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Library OPACAutoLib NG enabled search at entrance computer (author/title/keywords).
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Current AwarenessNewly arrived books list displayed on the notice board.
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User OrientationOrientation programmes for new users for effective library use.
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Wi-Fi FacilityCampus is Wi-Fi enabled; users can access e-resources using their laptops.
The library has an advisory committee comprising Chairman, Professor-in charge, Secretary and student members. The committee formulates policies and strategies for development of library services and facilities.
| Sr. No. | Member Name | Designation |
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| 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 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 access through the Manupatra website.
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NDLNational Digital Library
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e-PG PathashalaThrough ICT UGC
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CEC Digital Media LibraryOpen learning resources
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NPTELE-learning courses in Engineering/Science/Humanities
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SWAYAMGovt. of India platform for courses (Class 9 to PG)
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DOAJQuality-controlled open access journals (multi-language)
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Open Archive (India)Open repositories
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NISCAIROnline Periodical Repository
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PLOSPublic Library of Science
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OALIBOpen Access Library (2,63,388+ papers)
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Google ScholarSearch scholarly literature
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OPEN LibraryFreely accessible academic books
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Internet ArchiveDigital library for books, movies, music and web pages
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Digital Library India (DLI)Access 124,508 books online
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Project GutenbergOver 42,000 free books
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TOCTable of contents access for 11,155 scholarly journals
| # | Website |
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| 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 |
