Library Collections

The Library of Sir Rashbehari Ghosh Mahavidyalaya is an important academic resource centre supporting the teaching, learning and intellectual development of students and faculty members. The Library is continuously developing its collection in accordance with the academic programmes, curriculum and changing information needs of the College.

The Library collection comprises Textbooks, Reference Books, Subject-specific Books, Competitive Examination Materials, Magazines and other scholarly resources covering various areas of the humanities and social sciences.

Major Collections

• Bengali Literature and Language – Literature, criticism, linguistics, history of Bengali literature and reference works.
• English Language and Literature – English literature, literary criticism, language studies and reference materials.
• History – Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History, World History, historiography, Archaeology, Culture and related reference materials.
• Political Science – Political Theory, Indian Government and Politics, International Relations, Public Administration and Political Thought.
• Sanskrit – Sanskrit Literature, Grammar, Philosophy, Classical Texts and related studies.
• Philosophy – Indian and Western philosophy, logic, Ethics, Metaphysics, Epistemology and Contemporary philosophical thought.
• Education - Educational Philosophy, Educational Psychology, Curriculum Development, Educational Technology, Sociology of Education, Measurement and Evaluation, and Pedagogy.
• Environmental Studies (ENVS): Ecology, Biodiversity conservation, Natural resource management, Environmental pollution and control, Climatelogy, Disaster Management, Environmental laws, and Sustainable Development.
• Reference Collection – Encyclopaedias, Dictionaries, yearbooks, Atlases, Bibliographical resources and other reference materials.
• Competitive Examination Collection – Books and study materials for NET/SET, WBCS, PSC, SSC and other competitive examinations.
• Periodicals – Magazines and other current-awareness resources.
• General Reading Collection – Books on literature, culture, biography, autobiography, society, current affairs and general knowledge.
• Digital and E-Resources – Electronic scholarly resources and online learning materials available through institutional and national academic platforms.

The Library also seeks to strengthen its digital resources and e-learning facilities, enabling students and teachers to access information beyond the physical collection.

Our Vision

The Library aims to develop a modern, student-friendly and knowledge-oriented learning environment where books, digital resources and scholarly information come together to encourage reading, independent study, critical thinking and lifelong learning.

“A library is not merely a collection of books; it is a living centre of knowledge, learning and intellectual discovery.”