Fines and Payments
Library fines, replacement fees, payment conditions, and responsibilities relating to library cards and borrowed materials.
Library fines and replacement charges.
Members are responsible for the proper use and safe custody of library cards and borrowed materials. Fines and payments are applied in cases of lost or damaged library cards, overdue books, lost books, and other related library material issues.
Library Card Replacement
Applicable for lost, damaged, faded, or illegible library cards.
Daily Overdue Fine
Charged per book per day for items retained without proper renewal.
Lost Book Fine
Charged in addition to book replacement or compensation.
Loss of Library Card
In the event of the loss of a library card, the concerned member must inform the Librarian in writing without delay.
A replacement library card will be issued after fourteen (14) days upon submission of a duly completed application form and payment of a fee of Rs. 25.00.
Damage or Distortion of Library Card
If a library card becomes damaged, faded, or illegible, a new card must be obtained by submitting a duly completed application form together with a replacement fee of Rs. 25.00.
Retention of Books Beyond the Permitted Period
Library members are not permitted to retain lending books beyond the approved loan period without proper renewal.
If a member wishes to retain a book beyond the permitted time, prior written approval must be obtained from the Librarian. Extensions may be granted only if there are no pending requests for the book.
Loss of a Lending Book
In the event of the loss of a lending book, the Library must be informed immediately using the prescribed application form.
If the lost book is not recovered within two (2) weeks from the date of notification, the member shall be required to replace the book with a new copy or pay twice the current price of the book, in addition to a library fine of Rs. 50.00.
If the book has been bound by the Library, the binding cost shall also be recovered.