Mahatma Gandhi Central University in Bihar, being a comparatively new but fast-growing central university, MGCU provides multidisciplinary courses and encourages Gandhian value-based research. Strategically positioned in Motihari, which has deep roots in India’s freedom struggle, the university seeks to create a robust academic environment and enable students to become cosmopolitan citizens.
Mahatma Gandhi Central University
Location:
Camp Office: Opposite Circuit House, Motihari, District: East Champaran, Bihar – 845401
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Central Library
About the Library
- Established in 2016 as the learning resource centre of MGCU.
- Serves users from 7 Schools and 20 Departments.
- Collection of over 26,000+ books including general, reference, and academic resources.
- Uses Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) – 23rd Edition for document classification.
- Centrally located within the university campus for easy access.
Library Infrastructure & Facilities
- WLAN and Wi-Fi internet connectivity across reading areas.
- Computer terminals for academic use.
- Air-conditioned reading halls for students, faculty, and researchers.
- Property counter for safe storage of personal belongings.
- Multiple sections:
- General Reading Area
- Faculty & Research Scholar Reading Area
- Circulation & Reference Sections
- Periodical & Technical Sections
Library Hours
| Day | Library Timing | Circulation Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 9 AM – 6 PM | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday–Sunday | 10 AM – 2 PM | 10 AM – 1 PM |
Book Loan Privileges
- Faculty: 10 books for 20 days
- Ph.D. Scholars: 8 books for 15 days
- M.Phil Scholars: 5 books for 15 days
- PG/UG Students: 5 books for 15 days
- Other Staff: 2 books for 15 days
Library Collections
- Books: 26,000+
- Newspapers: 11
- Magazines: 13
- Donated Books: 125+
Digital & e-Resources
Access available through e-Shodh Sindhu Consortia:
Also includes Open Access Resources:
- National Digital Library
- Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
- Shodhganga, OATD, NPTEL, e-PG Pathshala, e-Newspaper
Contact Information
Librarian (I/C): Prof. Ranjeet Kumar Choudhary
Email: library@mgcub.ac.in
Assistant Librarian (I/C): Dr. Madhu Patel
Email: madhupatel@mgcub.ac.in
