The Nalanda Library at IIM Jammu has become Jammu’s first smart library and is giving students and research scholars a more modern way to study. The library is fully computerised and uses the KOHA Library Management System along with RFID technology. It has been designed to bring students back into the library space even at a time when many prefer digital learning. The setup combines physical study areas with round the clock digital access to make learning easier and more flexible. Scroll down to get complete details.
AI and RFID make IIM Jammu’s smart library more useful
The library has a dedicated web portal that lets students check book availability, access print and digital resources and book discussion rooms and other creative spaces. Students can use these services from anywhere on the IIM Jammu campus including hostel rooms. They can also continue using digital resources at all hours when they are away for internships, training programmes or competitions.
The library subscribes to more than 56 databases that support business and management studies. It also has a 12 terminal Bloomberg Finance Lab for financial data and research. Around 88 to 90 percent of the collection is digital. Students can access about 2.5 lakh e-books and more than 23,000 e-journals. The library is also part of the One Nation, One Subscription initiative. Its resources include academic research company and sector information socio economic indicators newspapers and research support tools. AI has also been added to the digital system to improve the overall experience.
Study Spaces Research Access And Mobile Support For Students
The smart library has separate spaces for different learning needs. There is a silent zone for focused study and assignment work. There are also discussion rooms with interactive panels for placement interviews, case discussions, online presentations and group academic work. These spaces are especially useful for MBA and business students.
Students say the system has made access much easier. A student named Pushti said she can check books and room availability and use resources from her hostel and even while travelling home. PhD scholars have also seen clear benefits. Sheikh Junaid Yaqoob said access to specialised databases such as ProQuest and CMI has helped his research in economics and business environment. Another scholar Okar Singh said the library has grown strongly since he joined in 2023. He also pointed to the MyLOFT app which allows students to access library services on mobile devices.
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