The Library is often regarded as the heart of an academic institution, serving as a vital centre for knowledge, learning, and intellectual growth. To provide efficient and comprehensive information services to its users, AISSMS College of Pharmacy established its own library in 1996 to cater to the academic and research needs of both students and faculty members.
The Library is located on the third floor of the institute building and is designed to offer a conducive learning environment. It comprises various well-defined sections, including:
- Book Circulation Section
- Reading Section
- Reference Section
- Journal Section
- E-Library Section
- Books For Competitive Examinations Section
- Book Bank Section
- Thesis Section
All books are systematically organized subject-wise and placed in properly labelled cupboards. Each book is assigned a unique accession number for easy identification and record maintenance. Reference books and issue–return books are stored separately to ensure proper access and circulation.
The Journal Section displays the latest volumes and issues of subscribed journals for current reference. Older volumes and issues are hard bound annually, labelled systematically, and recorded in a separate register for tracking, issue, and return purposes.
The library is well stocked with books, titles, national and international journals, and also provides access to electronic resources such as Elsevier–Science Direct, INFLIBNET N-LIST and DELNET: Developing Library Network for the use of students and faculty.
In addition, the library is an institutional member of Jayakar Library (Savitribai Phule Pune University), Pune, thereby broadening the scope of reference and research facilities available to users.
To enhance academic support, the library also provides a Book Bank facility and reprographic services to all users. Through its comprehensive collection and dedicated services, the AISSMS College of Pharmacy Library continues to promote lifelong learning, research excellence, and academic enrichment among its users.
Library Advisory Committee:-
| Sr.No | Name | Designation | Department |
| 1 | Dr. Ashwini R. Madgulkar | Chairman Principal | Principal |
| 2 | Mrs. Shobha P. Jadhav | Librarian | Library |
| 3 | Mrs. Joshi M. Maitreyee | Asst. Library | Library |
| 4 | Dr. M. C. Damle | HOD and Professor | Quality Assurance |
| 5 | Dr. M. R. P. Rao | Associate Professor | Pharmaceutics |
| 6 | Dr. S. V. Gandhi | Professor | Pharmaceutical Analysis |
| 7 | Dr. T. S. Chitre | Associate Professor | Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
| 8 | Dr. S. V. Tembhurne | Associate Professor | Pharmacology |
| 9 | Mrs. A.N. Avalaskar | Associate Professor | Pharmacognosy |
| 10 | Mrs. V. N. Wable | Associate Professor | Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
LIBRARY COLLECTION:
Department / Subject Wise Books Titles for B. Pharm (UG Course):
| SUBJECT | NO. OF TITLES |
| PHARMACEUTICS | 790 |
| PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY | 852 |
| PHARMACOLOGY | 516 |
| PHARMACOGNOCY | 209 |
| GENERAL | 743 |
| Total | 3110 |
Department / Subject Wise Books Titles for M. Pharm (PG Course):
| SUBJECT | NO. OF TITLES |
| PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY | 428 |
| PHARMACEUTICS | 273 |
| PHARMACOLOGY | 115 |
| QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNIQUES | 116 |
| GENERAL | 168 |
| Total | 1100 |
LIBRARY FACILITY
Traditional library facilities
- Spacious and organized areas:Library has a large, comfortable reading halls and separate sections for different purposes, such as a reference section for students and faculty.
- Extensive collection:A vast collection of books, textbooks, national and international journals, and bound volumes of periodicals are available.
- Reference materials:Specialized collections include Indian pharmacopoeias, theses, and bound journals.
- Separate sections: Library has separate sections for different subjects of pharmacy.
- Book Bank Facility: Textbooks are issued to economically weaker and meritorious students for extended periods to support continuous learning.
Digital and technological facilities
- OPAC:A computerised Online Public Access Catalogue allows users to search for resources by author, title, subject, or keyword.
- Internet and computer access: Computer terminals with internet access are available for students to use for research and other academic purposes.
- Digital library:This includes a collection of e-books, e-journals, and other digital resources available through subscriptions and databases.
- Multimedia facility: Library is equipped with desktop computers and access to CDs.
- Remote access: Students and faculty can often access DELNET Development library Network resources remotely.
- Reading Room and Wi-Fi Facility– A well-furnished, Wi-Fi-enabled reading hall provides a peaceful environment for study, research, and digital access.
Software support: Library has specialized “AutoLib NG Library Management system software” for library management and to help students find information.
LAYOUT OF THE LIBRARY
SUBSCRIBED E-RESOURCES
| Sr. No. | Name of the Journals or Database | Category | URL links |
| 1 | Elsevier Sciences Direct (Pharmacy Collection) | E- Journals (70 Journals covered) | https://www.sciencedirect.com/ |
| 2 | DELNET -Developing Library Network, Online Database | 2.2 Crore+ Books
40,000+ Journal Listings
|
https://discovery1.delnet.in/ |
| 3 | e-shodhsindhu-N-List | Consortium for higher education e-resources | https://ess.inflibnet.ac.in/index.php |
| 4 | National Digital library of India | Includes all disciplines | https://ndl.iitkgp.ac.in/ |
| 5 | e-shodhganga | A reservoir of Indian Theses
|
https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/ |
LIBRARY SERVICES:-
Library Services: In order to satisfy the user needs the library provides the following services.
The college library serves as a vital resource centre supporting teaching, learning, and research in pharmaceutical sciences. It offers a wide range of academic and digital services designed to meet the needs of students, faculty, and researchers.
- Computerized Library System
The library is fully automated with library “AutoLib NG management software” that enables online catalogue search (OPAC) by title, author, or subject. Issue–return transactions and cataloguing are efficiently managed digitally.
- Reference and Information Service
Provides access to reference books, encyclopaedias, pharmacopoeias, handbooks, and dictionaries for in-library use. Staffs assists users in locating information and using library resources effectively.
- Circulation (Borrowing) Service
Students and faculty can borrow textbooks, journals, and other materials for a specified period. Renewal.
- Digital Library and E-Resources
Access to e-books, e-journals, and databases such as:
- Elsevier Science Direct (Pharmacy Collection)
- N-LIST (INFLIBNET)
- DELNET (Developing Library Network
- Jayakar Library (SPPU)
All digital resources can be accessed through the Digital Library Portal for study and research.
- Reprographic and Printing Service
Photocopying and printing facilities are available at nominal charges for academic purposes.
- Newspaper Clipping Service
Important articles, news, and announcements related to pharmacy, healthcare, education, and institutional achievements are regularly collected and displayed for user reference.
- Institutional Memberships
The library is a member of Jayakar Library (SPPU) and information networks to broaden access to learning materials and research content.
- Current Awareness Service (CAS)
Regular updates on new arrivals, journals, and e-resources are displayed on the notice board and library portal to keep users informed.
- Inter Library Loan (ILL) Service
Through DELNET Development Library Network and partner institutions, users can borrow or request materials not available in the college library.
- User Orientation and Information Literacy Programs
Orientation sessions are organized for newly admitted students to familiarize them with library resources, e-databases, and online access tools.
- ID Card Printing Service
The Library issues Identity Cards to all students, PhD students, and staff of the college. The ID card serves as an official document for availing library facilities.
CENTRAL LIBRARY
BOOK CIRCULATION SECTION
REFERENCE SECTION
JOURNAL SECTION
DIGITAL -LIBRARY SECTION