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About Us: 

The RIT Central Library with its state-of-the-art building, hardware, software and other allied resources is fast developing into one of the finest institutional libraries in Western Maharashtra. Its inviting architecture provides an ambiance that is relaxed but modern; and space that is large yet intimate. The resources available include books on an impressive array of subjects, course-specific reading material, academic journals and various digital resources. It houses sufficient reference and reading material for students and faculty from multiple disciplines.

RIT central library has a good collection of 1,55,300 + volumes, 39,306 + titles as well as 46,072 e-books, of all engineering disciplines and management department, includes more than 45,205+ reference books, 416 Standards. It includes extracurricular and competitive examination books such as GATE, TOFEL, and MPSC etc. Its total investment of Rs. 6.08 crores.

The Central Library invested 8.08 lakhs for subscribing more than 187 print journals of engineering and management.

It is also subscribed IEEE-ASPP, Science direct Engineering and Management, Delnet, Sage, E-Journals databases. It’s subscription cost is more than 24.10 lakhs. Turnitin Software, Grammarly Software, Overleaf and Paperpal Softwares, Typeset and Knimbus Platform is also subscribed by the library. It’s subscription cost is more than 13.43 lakhs.

Vision
To excel in collecting, preserving, and providing access to the best scholarly and educational resources, while delivering high-quality and innovative services.
 

Mission

• M1: Provide quality resources and innovative services to stimulate creativity and intellectual curiosity.
• M2: Facilitate lifelong learning and research within the communities.
• M3: Empower students with the information and research skills needed to achieve their highest academic potential and to thrive as lifelong learners.

Library Collection : 

Library Collection (As on 31/03/2026)

Category	Details
Books (Volumes)	1,55,300
Titles	39,306
Text Books	1,10,095
Reference Books	45,205
Investment in Books	₹ 6,08,28,053.00
Standards (IS)	416
E-Books	46,072 (E-Books Repository)
Investment in E-Books	₹ 96,90,521.00
CDs	4,148
Print Journals	187
PUGC Care Journals 2022( OPEN Access)
Annual Print Subscription	₹ 8,08,609.00
Full-Text Online E-Journals	1,701
E-Journal & Software Subscription	₹ 37,54,353.00
Newspapers (English & Marathi)	11 Titles / 41 Volumes
Reading Room Capacity	500 Seats
Total Library Investment	₹ 8,08,69,332.00

Library Automation:

The RIT Central Library is fully automated with the latest KOHA (24.05.04) Integrated Library System (ILS), developed by Katipo Communications Ltd., New Zealand. KOHA, a robust open-source solution, enables efficient management of cataloguing, circulation, acquisitions, and serials.
The system features a user-friendly interface and a Web-OPAC for quick and convenient book searches. Bibliographic details of the entire collection are easily accessible through the following links:

• On-Campus: http://172.22.28.92:6061
• Off-Campus: http://library.ritindia.edu:6061

 

RFID TECHNOLOGY FOR SMART LIBRARY MANAGEMENT

The RIT Central Library is equipped with a state-of-the-art RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) system to provide a seamless and secure library experience. This advanced system supports:

• Self Check-in/Check-out: Quick and easy issue and return of books by users.
• Access Control Door: Secure entry and exit for authorized students and faculty.
• Security Gates: Enhanced theft prevention and improved safety of library resources.
• E-Attendance: Automatic recording of student and faculty visits for accuracy and efficiency.
• Footfall Tracking: Real-time monitoring of visitor statistics to improve library services and planning.

 

INSTITUTIONAL REPOSITORY – DSPACE

The RIT Central Library hosts an Institutional Repository using DSpace to archive and provide access to scholarly works, research data, and institutional publications.
Access here: http://172.22.28.37:8080/jspui
Students and faculty are invited to submit their research and publications to enrich this digital archive.

Working Hours:

Section	Days	Timings
Reading Room	All Days (Including Sundays & Holidays)	08:00 AM – 12:00 Midnight
	Extended Hours (Exams)	Up to 02:00 AM
Circulation / Library Office	Monday – Saturday	09:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Digital Library	All Days	24 Hours

A) Library Committee:

Sr. No.	Name of Member	Category	Designation
1	Dr. P. V. Kadole.	Chairman	Director
2	Dr. S. K. Patil.	Member	Dean Academic
3	Dr. S. R. Patil.	Member	Dean Quality Assurance
4	Dr. L. M. Jugulkar.	Member	Dean Student Development
5	Dr. P. D. Kumbhar.	Member	Dean, Diploma
6	Prof. D. S. Patil.	Member	Dean, Infrastructure
7	Dr. S. R. Patil.	Member	COE
8	Dr. S. R. Desai.	Member	HOD- Robotics and Automation
9	Dr. P. D. Kumbhar.	Member	HOD- Civil
10	Dr. S. S. Patil.	Member	HOD- CSE
11	Dr. R. A. Medar.	Member	HOD- AIML
12	Dr. A. C. Adamuthe.	Member	HOD- CSIT
13	Dr. V. N. Khalkhambkar.	Member	HOD- Electrical
14	Dr. M. S. Patil.	Member	HOD- ETC
15	Dr. S. B. Kumbhar	Member	HOD- Mechanical
16	Dr. S. S. Shirguppikar.	Member	HOD- Mechatronics
17	Dr. K. S. Patil.	Member	HOD- MBA
18	Dr. M. B. Mandale	Member	HOD- Science & Humanities
19	Mr. A. P. Kulkarni	Member	Student Representative
20	Mr. V. L. Hase.	Member, Secretary	Head, Central Library

B) Library Advisory Committee:

Sr. No.	Name of Member	Category	Designation
1	Dr. P. V. Kadole.	Chairman	Director
2	Dr. S. K. Patil	Member	Dean Academic
3	Dr. S. R. Patil	Member	Dean Quality Assurance
4	Prof. V. L. Hase	Member Secretary	HOD, Central Library

LIBRARY INFRASTRUCTURE

The RIT Central Library is a state-of-the-art, fully air-conditioned, and Wi-Fi-enabled facility that fosters both academic excellence and collaborative learning. Spanning a total built-up area of 36,356.22 sq. ft., the library is thoughtfully designed to offer a modern, comfortable, and resource-rich environment for students, faculty, and researchers.

Floor	Area	Facilities
Ground Floor	445.72 sq. mt.	Stack Room, Library Staff Area, Processing Room, Newspaper Section, Patent Office, Washrooms
First Floor	340.43 sq. mt.	Circulation Section, Gurukul, Librarian & Assistant Librarian Offices, Digital Library 1, OPAC, Reprographic Section, Management Studies, Periodical Section, Washrooms
Second Floor	567.29 sq. mt.	Reading Hall 1, Ph.D./M.Tech Section, Faculty Area, Conference Rooms 1 & 2, Digital Library 2, Reference Section, Server Room, Washroom
Third Floor	625.84 sq. mt.	Reading Halls 2 & 3, CIIED Section, Conference Rooms 3 & 4, Sugar Room, Washrooms
Fourth Floor	154.09 sq. mt.	Radio Sugar, Cafeteria