Central Library

The Central Library of M.H. Saboo Siddik College of Engineering is a specialized academic resource center dedicated to engineering and related disciplines its plays a vital role in supporting the college/institutes mission of providing value-based, quality engineering education to the youth. It offers a wide range of print and electronic/digital materials to support academic learning and research. The library provides a comprehensive collection of books, journals, online databases, and other resources to meet the needs of students, faculty, and researchers, aim to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals.

MHSSCE Central library located at main buildings on 1st floor with an area of 401 sq. mt. the library offers seating for 174 users. It features a well-furnished separate reading and reference sections for students and staff with air-conditioned and CCTV cameras 24/7 security and surveillance.

The library's collection includes 28572 books, 9859 titles, and 9342 e-books. It subscribes to nearly 60 national and international print journals and provides access to over 461 e-journals from renowned publishers such as IEEE, Springer, and ASCE. The library also offers access to DELNET (Developing Library Network) and NDLI (National Digital Library of India). Reprographic services are available as well.

All library operations are automated using SLIM21 an Integrated Library Management System (ILMS), which streamlines in-house functions with barcode-based tracking. Users can access the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) within the campus, while e-resources are available both on and off campus via the Remote Access platform (RemoteXS): https://mhsscelibrary.remotexs.in.

The library also features a well-equipped Knowledge Resource Section with 15 internet-connected multimedia desktop systems for accessing electronic resources. As access to e-journals and e-books is multi-user and IP-based, students can seamlessly use these resources from anywhere on the Wi-Fi-enabled campus, including the library. Additionally, laptops (MacBook) are available for students to borrow for project work through the Digital Learning Resources Center (DLRC).

Objectives

  • To continually enhance the library’s collection by acquiring books, journals (both print and digital), and electronic resources, and to promote active use of e-resources among users.
  • To provides an appropriate learning environment cultivates lifelong learning habits and encourages social awareness.
  • To provide equitable and timely access to library services that ensures user satisfaction.
Library Timings

Central Library Working Hours and Holidays

Monday to Saturdays: 8-30 A.M. to 07-00 P.M.

Circulation (Issue & Returns) counter closed at 6-45 P.M.

Closed on Holidays and 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month.


Note: The above mentioned timings of the library are subject to change from time to time which will be notified through circulars as well as on the notice board or student WhatsApp group.

Library Advisory Committee (LAC)
S.No. Name Designation Position
1 Dr. Ashok Anandrao Dhale Professor, Mechanical Engg. Chairman
2 Dr. Tufail Ahmed Shaikh Librarian, Central Library Member Secretary
3 Dr. Nilesh Ghongade HOD I/c, Mechanical Engg. Member
4 Prof. Ateequrrehman Khan Asst. Professor, Civil Engg. Member
5 Dr. Javed Habib Shaikh HOD, Mech Engg. Auto Member
6 Dr. Irfan Landge HOD, AIML Member
7 Dr. Mohammad Ahmed HOD, Computer Engg. Member
8 Prof. Abdul Sayeed HOD, EXTC Member
9 Dr. Zainab Mirza HOD, Information Technology Member
10 Prof. Samana Jaffery Coordinator, IoT Member
11 Prof. Dr. Iqbal Shaikh In-charge, FE Member
12 Prof. Ahlam Shakeel Ahmed Ansari Asst. Prof., Computer Engineering Member
13 Mukadam Mohd. Tabrez Aslam Student TE (IoT), Lib Card No. 231834 Member (Student Representative) Male
14 Ansari Alfiya Nafees Ahmed Student SE (EXTC), Lib. Card No. 241605 Member (Student Representative) Female
MHSSCE NDLI Club
Dr. Ganesh Kame Club Patron
Dr. Ashok Anandrao Dhale Club President
Dr. Tufail Ahmed Shaikh Club Secretary
Dr. Ibrahim Shaikh Executive Member
MHSSCE NDLI Club Committee Members
Dr. Ashok Anandrao Dhale Club President
Dr. Tufail Ahmed Shaikh Club Secretary
Dr. Ibrahim Shaikh Executive Member
Shahab Dabir Member
Asadullah Shaikh Member
Atiya Yakkundi Member
Tarannum M. Shaikh Member
Naina Chaskar Member
Library At A Glance
Library: At A Glance (as on May 2, 2025)
Books No. of Titles 9859
No. of Books 28572
Periodicals Journals 60
E-Journals IEEE, Springer, ASCE 461
E-Books Cambridge University Press, Elsevier, IET Sci Tech, Springer, Veediya, Taylor and Francis, ProQuest, Pearson, Oxford University Press, McGraw-Hill, Cengage, IEEE Now Publications 9342
Newspapers & Magazines Newspapers 12
Magazines 13
E-Resources

The e-resources (e-Journals & e-Books) are available through the Remote XS Platform. https://mhsscelibrary.remotexs.in/home

E-Journals Databases

  1. IEEE (Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers)
  2. Springer Nature
  3. ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers
  4. DELNET (Developing Library Network)

E-Books

  1. Cambridge University Press
  2. Elsevier Science Direct
  3. IET SCI Tech (1979-2012)
  4. Springer E-Books (CRY 2012-14, 2015, 2016, 2017-2018)
  5. Videeya E-Books
  6. Taylor & Francis Engineering & Science
  7. ProQuest Indian E-Books
  8. Pearson
  9. Oxford University Press
  10. McGraw-Hill
  11. Cengage
  12. IEEE Now Publications
  13. DELNET (Developing Library Network) E-Books

Institutional Membership

  1. National Digital Library of India, IIT Kharagpur, India. https://ndl.iitkgp.ac.in/
  2. DELNET, New Delhi. https://discovery-delnet-in.mhsscelibrary.remotexs.in/Search/Home

Open Access E-learning Resources

  1. NPTEL (National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning) Video Lectures
  2. SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Mind)

Library Services And Facilities

Services

  1. Circulation Service (Borrowing Books)
  2. Reference/Referral Service
  3. OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue)
  4. Reprographic Services (Photocopying, Scanning and Printing)
  5. Literature Search
  6. CAS (Current Awareness Services)
  7. SDI (Selective Dissemination of Information)
  8. Newspapers
  9. Knowledge Resource Section, Desktop computers are available with Internet.
  10. Technology Borrow Service (MacBook Laptop)

Facilities

  1. Digital Library
  2. Wi-Fi Facility
  3. Air-conditioned Library
  4. CCTV cameras, 24/7 security and surveillance.
  5. Encyclopedias

Library Rules And Regulations

  1. Students (Users) must keep their Identity Card (I-Card) with them while entering in the library.
  2. Books will be issued for 7 days only.
  3. Please keep silent in the library.
  4. Mobile allowed only educational purpose makes it on silent mode in the library.
  5. Reference books will not be issued from library.
  6. Newspapers, magazines and journals must be read only in the library on specific section and should not be taken to any other reading areas.
  7. Suggestions on all aspects, of library services are welcome.

Contact Us

Dr. Tufail A. Shaikh
Librarian
8446120958
librarian@mhssce.ac.in

Library Staff