Mahatma Gandhi Central University in Bihar

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

Mahatma Gandhi Central University

Location:

Camp Office: Opposite Circuit House, Motihari, District: East Champaran, Bihar – 845401

University Website

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

DayLibrary TimingCirculation Timing
Monday–Friday9 AM – 6 PM10 AM – 5 PM
Saturday–Sunday10 AM – 2 PM10 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:

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

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