A C Joshi Library

A C Joshi Library The Library was inaugurated in 1963 by Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. The building is centrally air-conditioned and equipped with computer and communication network. C.

The Panjab University Library is named officially as "A. Joshi Library", after the name of an illustrious Vice-Chancellor of this University.The Library was inaugurated in 1963 by Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, the then Prime Minister of India. The five storyed impressive Library building in red stone and concrete is based on modern principles of architecture. The Library building is centrally air-conditio

ned and equipped with computer and communication network and houses more than six lakh volumes and has a seating accommodation of 500 readers.

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 22nd December, 2025 onwards).If any user wants to read the di...
23/12/2025

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 22nd December, 2025 onwards).
If any user wants to read the displayed book/books ,they can contact and get it reserve from the Reference Section-1(First Floor)

In continuation of the other departments’ sessions, a Library Orientation on “To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its S...
12/12/2025

In continuation of the other departments’ sessions, a Library Orientation on “To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its Services” was conducted through a PPT presentation by Dr. Suman Sumi (In-charge, Reference-I) and a physical tour by Dr. Richa Gupta and Ms. Puja Rai for the freshers of various departments till mid of the November 2025. The orientation aimed to familiarize participants with the library’s resources, services, and facilities, enabling them to make better use of its extensive collection of books, digital resources, and academic materials.

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 20th November, 2025 onwards).If any user wants to read the di...
20/11/2025

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 20th November, 2025 onwards).
If any user wants to read the displayed book/books ,they can contact and get it reserve from the Reference Section-1(First Floor)

NOTICEThe Library will open at 11.00 a.m. on 23rd October, 2025 (Thursday) on account of Bhai Dooj. However, the Outer R...
22/10/2025

NOTICE

The Library will open at 11.00 a.m. on 23rd October, 2025 (Thursday) on account of Bhai Dooj. However, the Outer Reading Hall will remain open as usual.

NOTICEA.C. Joshi Library will remain closed on 20th October, 2025 (Monday) on account of Diwali. However, the Oute...
17/10/2025

NOTICE

A.C. Joshi Library will remain closed on 20th October, 2025 (Monday) on account of Diwali. However, the Outer Reading Hall will remain open as usual.

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 16th October, 2025 onwards).If any user wants to read the dis...
17/10/2025

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 16th October, 2025 onwards).
If any user wants to read the displayed book/books ,they can contact and get it reserve from the Reference Section-1(First Floor)

NOTICEA.C. Joshi Library (including Outer Reading Hall) will remain closed on 2nd October, 2025 (Thursday) on account ...
01/10/2025

NOTICE

A.C. Joshi Library (including Outer Reading Hall) will remain closed on 2nd October, 2025 (Thursday) on account of Gandhi Jayanti.

In continuation of the other departments’ sessions, a Library Orientation on “To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its S...
15/09/2025

In continuation of the other departments’ sessions, a Library Orientation on “To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its Services” was conducted through a PPT presentation by Dr. Suman Sumi (In-charge, Reference-I) and a physical tour by Dr. Richa Gupta and Ms. Puja Rai for the freshers of various departments till mid of the September 2025. The orientation aimed to familiarize participants with the library’s resources, services, and facilities, enabling them to make better use of its extensive collection of books, digital resources, and academic materials.

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 12th September, 2025 onwards).If any user wants to read the d...
15/09/2025

Find new arrival at Books Display Area of the Library(From 12th September, 2025 onwards).
If any user wants to read the displayed book/books ,they can contact and get it reserve from the Reference Section-1(First Floor)

A two day Library Orientation on 'To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its Services' was conducted through a PPT present...
10/09/2025

A two day Library Orientation on 'To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its Services' was conducted through a PPT presentation by Dr. Suman Sumi (In-charge, Reference-I) and a physical round by Dr. Richa Gupta and Ms. Puja Rai for the freshers of the Department of Library and Information Science. The Library Orientation for Library Science students is a specialized program designed to familiarize future librarians with the core functions and resources of the library system. Its primary aim is to provide a strong foundation for their professional growth by equipping them with the knowledge and skills required to excel in their careers and make meaningful contributions to the field of library science.

A Library Orientation on 'To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its Services' was conducted through a PPT presentation by...
08/09/2025

A Library Orientation on 'To Know About A.C. Joshi Library and Its Services' was conducted through a PPT presentation by Dr. Suman Sumi (In-charge, Reference-I) and a physical round by Dr. Richa Gupta and Ms. Puja Rai for the freshers of the Departments of PU-ISSER, IETVE, Statistics, UICET, Geography, Mass Communication, and DCSA during August 2025. The orientation aimed to familiarize participants with the library's resources, services, and facilities, enabling them to make better use of the extensive collection of books, digital resources, and academic materials available.

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Panjab University
Chandigarh
160014

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

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+91 1800 180 2065

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