Library

Introduction

 Pokhara University Central Library was established in 1999, PUCL serves as the academic hub of Pokhara University, offering a collection of over 38,000 volumes, including books, theses, project reports, CDs, and subscribed print/electronic journals across various disciplines. With 3,000+ members, the library supports learning and research through modern system Mumolas automation software and RFID technology for efficient management and security.

PUCL Equipped with RFID gates and CCTV surveillance, it ensures a secure and user-friendly environment. Despite a small staff, PUCL remains committed to fostering academic excellence and innovation.

Library Opening Hours

This library opens in all days except public and local holidays. Generally, library opens at early in the morning to late evening.

Section Summer Hours Winter Hours
Reference Section 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Circulation Section 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Library Users (Membership)

  • All the stakeholder of PU (students, faculty, and staff).
  • External researchers (with prior approval).

Services

Our library offers a wide range of services to support your academic success:

  • Lending & Circulation: Borrowing and returning of books and reference materials.
  • Reference & Research Assistance: Personalized help for academic research and current awareness services (CAS).
  • E-Resources Access: Online databases, journals, e-books, and e-thesis management.
  • Study Spaces: Group and individual study rooms available for booking.
  • Document Services: Photocopying, printing, and scanning at minimal charges.
  • Additional Services: ID card issuance, plagiarism detection, document delivery, and user education/orientation programs.

Available Resources

  • Print Collection: Over 38,000 volumes including textbooks, reference books, journals, theses, and reports.
  • Digital Collection: Subscriptions to online databases, e-journals, and e-books.
  • Institutional Repository: Access to university research, projects, and publications.
  • Periodicals: Daily newspapers and magazines in both Nepali and English.

Online Resources

PUCL offers access to several prominent academic platforms:

  • Research4Life (including HINARI, AGORA, ARDI, GOALI, OARE)
  • JSTOR
  • Oxford Journals
  • Cambridge Journals

Open Access Resources

  • Social Science Research Network (SSRN)
  • ResearchGate
  • Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
  • Directory of Open Access Books (DOAB)
  • Shodhganga (India’s thesis repository)

Plagiarism Checking Submission Guidelines

Pokhara University has authorized PUCL to manage its anti-plagiarism software services.

Requirements for Submission:

  1. File name must match the thesis title.
  2. Include Title Page, Abstract/Executive Summary, and Chapters.
  3. Acceptable formats: Word or PDF.
  4. Clearly mention the college name.
  5. Submit via email to: [email protected]
  6. Download the application form from the official PUCL website.

Note: Submit documents at least one week prior to the deadline.
E-Thesis Submission for E-Repository
Final soft copies of theses must be submitted by each college library to PUCL.

Submission Email:

Contact Us

Phone: +977-61-504137
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.pu.edu.np/library

Location: Pokhara University Central Library, Pokhara – 30,  Kaski

Click Here for details of the list of books, Dissertation, Report, e-books, and other material.