Library Rules & Regulations

1. Library contains books of Hindi and Urdu literature (both ancient and modern) and of Oriental history etc. Besides this, books in Marathi, Gujarati, English, Arabic, Persian, Sanskrit, Gandhian literature and other varied subjects are also available.
2. The library shall be open from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. The library shall be closed on the second and fourth Saturdays as also on Public Holidays declared from time to time.
3. Library membership form is free of charge.
4. To obtain membership, fill up the membership form in clear letters, affix a passport-sized photo, and attach a photocopy (Xerox) of your Aadhar card/driving license/passport along with original documents for verification.
   • The library has two categories of membership:
     1. Life membership Rs.8500/- + GST
     2. Annual membership Rs.500/- plus one time deposit of Rs.500/-
     3. In case of demise, the life membership is not transferable in the name of spouse or heirs.
     4. The membership can be obtained by paying yearly fee of Rs.500 plus entrance fee of Rs.50/- along with one time deposit of Rs.500/-.
     5. The annual fee of Rs. 500/- is valid for one year from the date of his membership.
     6. The member can cancel his/her membership on submitting the original receipt to get the refund of deposit of Rs.500/-. The same should be done during the same financial year, otherwise the deposit amount will be forfeited.
     7. On becoming the member, member will be given a library card/identification.
     8. The member can borrow maximum of two books for 15 days.
5. In case of failure to return books in time, a fine of Rs. 3/- per day per book will be imposed. The member can extend the duration of borrowed books once for an additional 15 days by messaging on WhatsApp group or emailing us at hp.sabha.library@gmail.com.
6. If a member wants to borrow more than two books, he will have to pay an additional deposit of Rs. 500/- for two books to avail this facility. However, this will be at the discretion of the Sabha.
7. Library members are allowed to sit in the library and read books. However, the members are not permitted to bring external study material.
8. Photocopying services are available at a cost of Rs. 2/- per page.
9. Taking newspapers and magazines outside the library is not permitted. Study of reference books, compilations, series, dictionaries, and encyclopaedias can only be done within the library.
10. Talking on mobile phones and listening to music is not allowed in the library.
11. Lunch break is from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm. Eating is prohibited in the library and the reading room.
12. Rejection or acceptance of the membership shall be solely at the discretion of the management of the Hindustani Prachar Sabha and it will not be binding on the Sabha to cite reasons thereof.

Admission:

• The forms should be filled in applicant's own handwriting and in Block Letters Only.
• The Application form must be accompanied by 2 photographs of the applicant as well as any two of the following as proof of identity and residence in Mumbai.
• Pan Card / Aadhar Card / Passport / Driving License / College ID Card.
• The reading Rooms are open on all working days from 10 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.
• Researchers, Faculty and Students as registered members are allowed to use the HPS Library’s (Reading room).
• Before using the reading room for the first time, all users must register and provide contact information, name, and photo ID.
• During registration, users must read and sign a copy of these rules.
• Reader may be enrolled as member against half yearly Membership Fees Rs.1500/-(Inclusive of 18% GST)
• Reading cards are not transferable and are valid for six month from the date of issue. This card should be renewed after Six month. If not renewed within 30 days of expiry a fresh card will have to be paid for.
• Duplicate Reading Room Membership card will be issued on payment of Rs.100/-.
• The seats are to be used / occupied on the first come first served basis. Capturing / reserving seats for friends use is strictly prohibited.
• Other scholars may remove the bags and books if these are left unattended on the tables.

Use of Laptop:

• In the library premises laptop should be used for academic purpose only.
• Online chatting / dating, browsing of social networking sites is strictly prohibited. Strict disciplinary action will be taken against the defaulters.
• Reader should not plug laptop cables and other peripherals / accessories in the reading room.

General Rules:

• Readers should observe strict silence inside the library.
• User should not rest or keep their feet on tables, chairs, shelves, etc.
• Loose-leaf paper, pencils, laptop computers, and mobile devices are allowed at the study tables. The use of ink pens is not permitted in the reading room.
• Users must silence mobile devices and leave the reading room to make or receive calls. Personal items are not allowed at the reading tables. All materials in the department must be handled with great care.
• No food, beverages or tobacco are allowed in the reading room, excluding water bottles.
• Students must take care of their Pen drives, mobiles and wallets etc.

Library Rules & Regulations for Competitive Exam Students

• Forms must be completed in the applicant's own handwriting using block letters exclusively.
• The application form must be accompanied by two photographs of the applicant, as well as any two of the following documents as proof of identity and residence in Mumbai : - Pan Card / Aadhar Card / Passport / Driving License / College ID card.
• The section will be open on all working days from 10 am to 5.30 pm.
• During registration, user must read and sign a copy of these rules.
• Students can become members by paying an annual membership fee of Rs. 5000/- + GST.
• Readership is non-transferable and remain valid for one year from the date of enrollment.
• ID cards must be presented at the entrance or to the section in charge if requested.
• The seats are to be used / occupied on the first come first served basis. Capturing / reserving seats for friends use is strictly prohibited.
• Laptops within the library premises should be used solely for academic purposes.
• Online chatting, playing games, browsing of social networking sites is strictly prohibited. Strict disciplinary action will be taken against the defaulters.
• Readers are expected to maintain absolute silence within the library premises.
• Students are required to silence their mobile devices and exit the reading room to make or receive calls. Personal items are not permitted on the reading tables. All materials within the department must be handled with great care.
• No marks may be added or erased, and no tracing or rubbing is permitted on the reading material.
• No food, beverages or tobacco are allowed in the reading room.