The IIM Bodh Gaya Library, a vital resource centre supporting academic and research excellence, offers External Membership to individuals and institutions beyond the IIM Bodh Gaya community. This initiative aims to extend the benefits of the library's rich collection and services to scholars, researchers, professionals, and organizations who seek access to high-quality academic resources.
Membership is available to IIM Bodh Gaya alumni, Ph.D. students from other institutions, working professionals, faculty from other academic institutions, and institutional members (academic, government, non-profit, and corporate organizations). Membership is categorized into (i) Borrowing Membership, (ii) Reading-Only Membership, and (iii) Short-Term Reference Membership, each with specific privileges, fees, and conditions.
Through External Membership, IIM Bodh Gaya Library contributes to knowledge dissemination beyond its campus, supporting a broader community of learners and researchers in the pursuit of academic and professional growth.
Borrowing membership allows members to borrow books for a specified period, subject to a refundable security deposit and annual fees. The membership is available to individuals and institutions.
| Category | Refundable Security Deposit (₹) | Annual Fees (₹) | Loan Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals working in Academic Institutions / Non-Profit / Government Organizations (IIMBG Alumni, MDP Alumni, Retired Faculty and Employees) | 5,000 (1 Borrower Card) & 10,000 (2 Borrower Cards) | 2,000 + 18% GST | 1 Book for 30 days (1 Card) & 2 Books for 30 days (2 Cards) |
| Academic / Government / Non-Profit Institutions | 20,000 | 5,000 + 18% GST | 2 Books for 30 days |
| Corporate / For-Profit Institutions | 40,000 | 10,000 + 18% GST | 4 Books for 30 days |
Reading-only membership is designed for reference purposes without borrowing privileges. It is available to Ph.D. students, faculty from management or related institutions, IIM Bodh Gaya alumni, MDP alumni, and retired faculty.
| Category | 1 Week (₹) | 1 Month (₹) | 3 Months (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals (IIM Bodh Gaya Alumni, MDP Alumni, Faculty from Academic Institutions, Retired Faculty, Ph.D. Students) | 500 + 18% GST | 1,000 + 18% GST | 2,000 + 18% GST |
Short-term reference membership is available for research scholars and academicians for brief access to library resources. This service is only available on the library premises every Tuesday between 10 AM and 2 PM.
| Duration | Service Charge (₹) | GST | Total (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Day* | 150 | 18% | 177 |
* For two hours.