Knowledge Hub for Learning, Research and Innovation — the intellectual heart of JSPM's Jayawantrao Sawant Institute of Management & Research (JSIMR), Pune.
The Library at JSPM's Jayawantrao Sawant Institute of Management and Research (JSIMR), Pune serves as the intellectual heart of the Institute, supporting academic excellence, research, and lifelong learning. It provides a rich collection of print and digital resources designed to meet the academic and professional needs of students, faculty, researchers, and staff.
Our library houses an extensive collection of management books, reference materials, journals, magazines, newspapers, research reports, project dissertations, and other valuable learning resources. The library continuously updates its collection to support the curriculum and emerging trends in management education.
Integrate innovative approaches to how the library develops, disseminates, and preserves collections and information resources. Provide a student-centred learning environment that facilitates the transfer of information and caters to the information needs of users through easy and effective access to resources. Augment and maintain collections in support of the academic pursuits, teaching, learning, research, and professional development activities of the College. Explore and implement innovative technologies and services to deliver information and scholarly resources conveniently to users across the campus, while providing well-equipped and functional physical spaces that encourage independent learning beyond the classroom.
Provide leadership in the selection, organization, access, and preservation of sources of knowledge in all formats. Provide comprehensive resources and services in support of the research, teaching, and learning needs of the academic community. Facilitate access to the right information at the right time and in the right manner so as to develop productive citizens for the nation in general and the community in particular. Utilize technology innovatively for the flexible delivery of library services and resources to users, regardless of their location within the campus.
The library is the knowledge resource center of JSPM's Jayawantrao Sawant Institute of Management and Research (JSIMR), Pune. It plays a vital role in supporting teaching, learning, research, and academic excellence. The library provides students, faculty members, and researchers with access to a wide range of information resources, helping them expand their knowledge, improve academic performance, and develop research aptitude.
Students can borrow books and reference materials for classroom learning, assignments, projects, and competitive examinations. The availability of textbooks, reference books, journals, magazines, newspapers, e-books, and e-journals helps students gain a deeper understanding of various subjects and develop critical thinking skills.
The peaceful and academic environment of the library encourages focused study, self-learning, and intellectual growth. Students can complete assignments, conduct research, access online resources, and enhance their literary and professional skills. Academic journals, magazines, and periodicals keep students informed about the latest developments in business, management, technology, economics, and society.
The library opens a world of knowledge and wisdom, builds confidence among learners, and contributes significantly to creating a knowledge-driven academic community.
The JSIMR Library provides access to a wide range of digital learning resources, research databases, e-journals, e-books, and online academic content to support teaching, learning, research, and innovation.
The library offers access to leading national and international digital databases to facilitate academic research and knowledge enhancement.
| Sr. No. | E-Resource | Availability | Access Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J-Gate | 50722+ E-Journals | https://www.jgateplus.com/ |
| 2 | National Digital Library (NDL) | 12732961+ Learning Resources | https://ndl.iitkgp.ac.in/ |
| 3 | Shodhganga | 172967+ Full-Text Theses & Dissertations | https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/ |
| 4 | EBSCO Host | International Research Database | https://www.ebsco.com/ |
Students and faculty can access a variety of free e-books and digital learning resources through the following platforms:
| Sr. No. | Resource | Access Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Free Management E-Books | https://www.free-management-ebooks.com/ |
| 2 | University of Pennsylvania Digital Library Books Collection | https://onlinebooks.library.upenn.edu/ |
| 3 | ePubBud | https://www.epubbud.com/ |
| 4 | Moodle Learning Management System | https://moodle.org/ |
| 5 | Rare Book Society of India | https://www.rarebooksocietyofindia.org/ |
Textbooks, Reference Books, Competitive Examination Books
National and International Print & E-Journals
Magazines, Newspapers, Business Publications
J-Gate, EBSCO Host, NDL, Shodhganga
Internet-enabled access to scholarly and research resources
Theses, Dissertations, Research Reports, Case Studies, and Project Work
| Sr. No. | Section / Service | Days | Timings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Circulation (Issue & Return of Books) | Monday to Saturday | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| 2 | Reference & Periodicals Section | Monday to Saturday | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| 3 | Digital Library | Monday to Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| 4 | Reading Hall (Regular Working Days) | Monday to Saturday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| 5 | Reading Hall (During Examination Period) | Monday to Saturday | 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM |
| 6 | Library Closure | 1st & 2nd Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays | Closed |
At JSPM's Jayawantrao Sawant Institute of Management and Research (JSIMR), the library serves as a dynamic knowledge hub dedicated to supporting academic excellence, research, innovation, and lifelong learning. The following policies ensure effective utilization of library resources and create a conducive environment for all users.
The Library Advisory Committee assists in the development, management, and continuous improvement of library services and resources.
The Library Advisory Committee shall meet at least three times during the academic year to review library operations, acquisitions, services, and developmental activities.
| Sr. No. | Name of Member | Designation | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Chandrakant Hake | Director | Chairperson |
| 2 | — | Librarian | Member |
| 3 | Ms. Sneha Joshi | Asst. Librarian | Member Secretary |
| 4 | — | IQAC Coordinator | Member |
| 5 | — | Faculty Representatives | Members |
| 6 | — | Student Representatives | Members |
| 7 | — | Administrative Representative | Member |
To enhance user satisfaction and resource utilization, the Library has undertaken the following initiatives:
The JSIMR Library remains committed to providing quality information services and creating a vibrant learning environment that promotes academic excellence, research, innovation, and lifelong learning.
