GCCBA Library

The Government College of Commerce and Business Administration Library is a modern, technology-driven knowledge centre supporting teaching, learning, research, and intellectual growth. The well-stocked and systematically shelved library offers a comfortable, user-friendly, and Divyang-friendly environment with ramp accessibility to the first floor.

The library houses a rich collection aligned with the NEP syllabus of Panjab University, along with resources for competitive examinations, entrance tests, and UGC-NET preparation. It subscribes to national and international journals and magazines and provides access to plagiarism detection software and a dedicated digital corner with quality e-resources and databases. The library also maintains its dedicated web portal, GCCBA Library Website (https://gccbalibrary.ac.in/), for easy access to library services, updates, and digital resources.

Salient Features

Rich collection of 7,759+ books and 1,107 Book-Bank books
Subscription to 23 magazines, 4 journals, and 16 newspapers, including national and international publications
Well-stocked and systematically shelved library
Fully automated library with KOHA Library Management System
RFID-enabled circulation and self-service facilities
User-friendly Web OPAC for easy resource discovery
RFID-enabled shelf check-in and self-check-out of books
Dedicated Digital Corner with access to N-LIST, ONOS, ProQuest ABI/INFORM, and Pearson e-Books
Access to DrillBit Plagiarism Detection Software
Remote access to e-resources and digital databases through MyLOFT
Centrally air-conditioned and Wi-Fi-enabled environment
Two spacious reading halls with a seating capacity of 140 students
Ergonomically designed furniture and modern infrastructure
Regular book exhibitions, orientations, and database training programmes
Innovative digital wall magazine activities
Dedicated Library WhatsApp Channel and Chatbot for instant communication and support
Active library club Word Wanderers promoting literary and creative engagement