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About RMG Library

RASHTRAKAVI MAITHILISHARAN GUPT LIBRARY, BUAT, BANDA

The University Library was established with the establishment of the University in 2010. The University Library was renamed as “Rashtrakavi Maithilisharan Gupt Central Library” on 27 January, 2022. Rashtrakavi Maithilisharan Gupt Central Library is the Central Library of Banda University of Agriculture & Technology, Banda- 210 001, (U.P.). The University Library provides source of information and facilities for teaching, learning, educational and research programmes of the University. Library delivers a wide spectrum of services by helping students with textbooks, reference books and periodicals, e-books and up-to-date literature on every subject for students, teachers, scientists and research scholars. The Library is centrally located with an easy access from all the colleges of the University campus, hostels and residential areas. It has 3610 sq. feet area the Library has acquisition section, e-resources section, circulation section, periodicals and thesis sections. The Library has capacity to accommodate more than 300 readers at a time. It has 13, 277 books and other reading materials, National and International journals, weekly and monthly magazines and daily newspapers in English and Hindi. Apart from books on technical subjects related to discipline and courses, it houses books of general interest like management, education, communication, computer science etc.The Library provides Wi-Fi facility for its users. The Library is member of KrishiKosh, Shodh Shuddhi and Jgate-CeRA (Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture).

The University Library has been driven by ethos of continuous improvement to meet the challenges of information explosion and the paradigm shift that the libraries have gone through globally in providing access to information/ e- resources. The entire collection of the library is accessible every time of the year through OPAC. Besides, the library is a member of collaborative digital repository called Krishikosh, provides access to e-books and theses submitted by the university students. Students can avail assistance in preparing research papers, plagiarism check etc. The library has inviting ambiance and spaces for group study, quite reading and solo study.

The Library uses KOHA ILMS (Integrated library management software) which was fully automated in 2021. The circulation module of the software covers all the operations of the circulations right from creating member records to printing of reminders for outstanding books. The key features of the module are single screen issue, return and renewal with total details of members, membership records with photo and statistical reports on membership.

Library provides the correct information to the right users at the right time and in the right given format. The vision of the Library is to support the University and its stakeholders by providing seamless axis's to the broadest possible spectrum of information resources such as digital, online database, print and non-print materials relevant to the academic communities curricular, informational and innovative research needs.

The mission is to provide updated information required to the students and staff of all colleges to achieve their highest academic, research and extension potential. Also to support teaching faculty, researchers and administrative staff to participate in interactive information that complements education, reflective thinking and development of thoughts uses contemporary knowledge in the relevant field.

Library Collection

Sr. No

Name of Item

Quantity

1.

Books

13, 277

2.

e- books

32

3.

Theses M.Sc.

273

4.

Thesis Ph.D.

16

5.

Subscribed Print Magazines (Monthly)

14

6.

Newspapers

05

7.

Bound Print  journals

214

8.

Manuals

77

Subscribed Print Magazines

Sr. No.

Title of Magazines

1.

INDIAN FARMING

2.

KHETI

3.

INDIAN HORTICULTURE

4.

VIGYAN PRAGATI

5.

INDIA TODAY

6.

YOJNA

7.

PRATIYOGITA DARPAN

8.

KURUSHETRA

9.

NIROGDHAM

10.

READER DIGEST

11.

BUSINESS TODAY

12.

BUSINESS OUTLOOK

13.

SCIENCE REPORTER

14.

DOWN TO EARTH

Subscribed Print Newspaper

Sr. No.

Newspaper

1.

The Hindu

2.

The Times of India

3.

nSfud tkxj.k

4.

fgUnqLrku

5.

Employment Newspaper

 

  • Reference Service: Library Staff help the users to find documents and answer research questions.
  • Circulation Service: RMG central library lend books and other materials to registered members for a set period of time.
  • Digital library Service: RMG Central Library offers online services such as reserving, renewing and requesting materials.
  • Virtual Library Services: RMG Central Library provides many services to our valuable patrons such as:
  • On this day- This service is related to history on a specific day in the field of science, technology, art, commerce etc.
  • Useful Information- Entrepreneurship, topic of the week.
  • E-books- Various open access books.
  • E-Journals & Magazines- Various open access Journals & magazines.
  • Thesis- Various open access thesis & dissertation.
  • Video Library- Useful collection of educational video.
  • Online Courses- Online courses of ICAR & Ministry of Education etc.
  • New Arrivals- You can find list of new arrivals.
  • Current Awareness Services: Our Library provides updates to users on the latest information in their areas of interest.
  • Reading Hall Facility: Fully Air Conditions Reading Hall Capacity of about 300 readers.
  • Ask the Librarian: The RMG Central Library aims to resolve all of your queries regarding your informational needs on a 24/7 basis.
  • Best Practice:
    • 09: 30 AM to 05:30 PM Issue & Return Facility
    • Reading Hall timing 09:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    • CCTV Surveillance
    • Feedback Mechanism through Email
    • Information Desk
    • Separate Reading Room for Faculty & Research Scholars
    • Wi-Fi Facility
  • Web OPAC: Patrons can search desired books from available books in the library through (Online Public Access Catalogue).

      http://216.48.184.26:9991/

  • Plagiarism Service: RMG Central library has DrillBit Plagiarism detection software to check Plagiarism of PG & Ph.D. theses and related manuscripts.
  • Reprography Service: Reprography facility is available in the library on payment basis for students.



Rules of Library

With the purchase of several required text books, reference books, journals, literature etc., the library rules were required to regulate the use of library facility. These rules are intended to regulate the use of University Library resources and will be reviewed time to time to meet the changing needs.

  1. Library Hours (Working Days)

Sr. No.

 

Section/Service

 

Timings

 

1.

Reading Hall

09:30 am to 12:00 am (Monday- Saturday)

09:30 am to 02:00 pm (Sunday)

2.

Book Circulation Section

09:30 am to 05:30 pm

3.

E- Resource Section

09:30 am to 05:30 pm.

4.

Photocopy & Print Service

02:00 pm to 05:00 pm

NOTE: Timings are subjected to change time to time in accordance with the orders of the University Librarian.

  1. Membership and Library Use

2.1 Teachers, Students, Research Scientists, Extension Workers, Office and other staff members of University can become members of Library by submitting duly filled a prescribed application form through proper channel and agreeing to abide by rules and regulations of Library of Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda. Library membership will be renewed annually with the commencement of Academic Session.

2.2 Pensioners of the University and Wards of the University employees may also use the Library resources with permission of appropriate authority on payment of refundable Security Fee.

2.3 Other persons such as Guest and Contractual Teachers of the University and special members on the recommendations of the officers of the University/Heads of Departments, subject to the approval of the University Librarian/Vice-Chancellor may also use the Library resources on deposit of security money.

2.4 Library membership card issued to members is strictly non-transferable and is to be renewed every year. A lost Library membership card if found should be immediately deposited in the Library. Failure to comply or its misuse can lead to cancellation of membership, if a duplicate Card has been issued.

2.5 Sign in "Visitors' Register" before entering the library. Your signature is the evidence of your prestigious visit to the Central Library; it is a token of your respect to the Library and study materials, and helps in preparing user statistics.

  1. Access to Books

The readers have free access to books and periodicals which are on the open shelves. Text books, rare books, thesis and dissertations can be consulted only in the assigned area as per directions of the Librarian.

  1. Library Services

Members are free to seek the assistance of Library staff in selecting reading material, checking of references, searching of misplaced reading materials, compilations of bibliographies, procurement of documents, etc. Members are free to recommend new books or Journals for the library and to suggest improvement in Library services. Suggestions and recommendations, duly signed can be put in the suggestion box placed on the circulation counter.

  1. Admission to the Library

Before entering the Library, the Library user should sign a register kept at the Library gate and leave his/her personal belongings such as printed material, radio, tape recorder, bags, hand bags, rain coat, umbrella, etc. with the attendant at the entrance of Library and keep their mobile phones in silent mode in the Library.

  1. Issuing and Return of Library Documents/Books

Normal issue/return of Library reading material is suspended one hour before closing except over night issue. The books borrowed for overnight must be returned within an hour of the opening of the Library on the next day. Reading material can be temporarily loaned to the departments if they are needed for consultation by the members of the departments.

The Librarian can recall any Library reading material at any time if necessity arises. A valid member of the Library may borrow books for a limited period specified by the committee time to time. The number of books issued to under graduate and post graduate students, faculty members and non teaching staff, research fellows and special members will be decided and modified time to time by the committee. If the due date for return of the book falls on holiday the next working day will be considered as due date to deposit the borrowed book(s).

Entitlement for borrowing books from the central Library:

Sr. No.

Users

No. of Books, Manuals etc.

1.

Undergraduate Students

03

2.

Post Graduate Students

03

3.

Teaching Staff

05

4.

Non Teaching Staff

02

5.

Research Fellow (Jr./Sr.)

03

6.

Special Members

02

 

Duration of issuing books and other materials from the central Library:

Sr. No.

Name of Item

Users

Days

1.

General Books

All Types users

14

2.

Reference Books, Abstract and Index

All Types users

Overnight Only

3.

Current Periodicals

All Types users

Not to be issued

4.

Bound Periodicals & Serials

Teachers and Officers of the University

Overnight Only

5.

Thesis, Rare Books and Micro–Form Reading Materials

All Types users

Not to be issued

 

NOTE:-

  • Books will be issued subject to their availability in the Library.
  • Few books will be reserved for use in the Library premises.
  • Duration of issuing books could vary depending upon the availability of books and requirements of other teachers.
  1. Overdue Charges

The following overdue charges are recovered for library material retained longer than period of loan from all borrowers:

NOTE:- Fine can be reduced or remitted on reasonable grounds by the university Librarian or any official authorized by him or on his behalf.

7.1 Loss of Library Membership Card

Loss or misplacement of membership card should be reported immediately to Circulation Desk/Librarian of the University Library. However, the Library Member shall be still responsible for the books issued on his/her Library Membership Card. Duplicate Library Membership Card will be issued on payment of Rs. 100/- on the recommendation of the Controlling Officer after one month from the date of report of loss to the issuing authority. Then the old/lost card will stand cancelled. The charges of duplicate membership card will be decided by committee appointed by competent authority.

7.2 Books

7.2.1 General Books: The Library Member, who has lost a book/document, should have to replace each lost book/document by a new copy of same or latest edition. Replacement should be completed within a month from the due date of deposition of the book in the Library. If the misplaced book is traced, it should be immediately deposited along with fine as per rules. The fine, however, may be remitted or reduced if the Librarian feels that the loss of book was due to reasons beyond control of the borrower.

In case the lost book is out of print, the charges will be as under:

(i) Current price of the book plus processing charges decided by committee time to time.

(ii) If current price of the book is not available; then the original price of book plus 10% increase in price per year from the date of its procurement subject to the maximum of double of its original price.

(iii) In case the lost book is received free of cost and price is not given in any of the catalogue available in the Library, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor is authorized to fix reasonable price on the recommendation of Librarian.

7.2.2 Text Books, Rare and Reference Books: Charges will be more than the current price and decided by committee time to time. The cost of the complete set may have to be paid for the loss of a single volume if it is not available separately.

7.2.3 Periodicals

7.2.3.1 Single issue of Periodicals: Replacement within three months or the cost of the volume if its issue is not available.

7.2.3.2 Bound Volume of a Periodical: Replacement of the volume or four times the cost of the volume.

7.3 Loss of Property Counter Token

Charges will be paid by users as per library rules, if they have lost token of property counter.

  1. Photocopying Service: Photocopy Service available on payment basis.
  2. General Rules of Library

9.1 Library users are not allowed to take along them the personal books, printed reading material etc. inside the Library premises/Reading Hall. Similarly other personal belongings such Radio, Tape recorder, Bags, Hand bags, Rain coat and Umbrella etc. are strictly prohibited inside the Library and these should be deposited at proper counter. They are advised not to leave cell phones, purse, money, credit card and other valuables in the hand bag outside the Library as University will not be responsible for their loss.

9.2 All members are required to bring their Library Membership Card and produce it whenever asked for identification.

9.3 Borrowing and returning of the books, payment of fine or charges, application for membership cards etc. must be done through Circulation Desk between 10 am to 05:00 pm on working days.

9.4 Library Membership may be withdrawn/ cancelled, if a member is found taking books out of Library without proper authorization, disfiguring and mutilating books in any way.

9.5 Books shall be recalled and their issuing will be suspended during the period of stock checking/verification.

9.6 No reading material should be issued to a borrower if he/she is drawing books for outsiders.

9.7 Any kind of edibles is not allowed inside the Library. Smoking/chewing of tobacco and other kind of intoxicants is strictly prohibited inside the Library premises.

9.8 Use of phone of any kind or playing music inside the Library is prohibited. Mobile phones should be switched off or kept in silent mode in the Library.

9.9 Any change of address and designation, phone/ mobile no. etc. of Library member should be reported immediately to Library In charge.

9.10 Any change of address and designation, phone/mobile No., etc. of Library Member should be reported immediately to Librarian.

9.11 Library users should maintain strict pin drop silence inside the Library premises.

9.12 The Library users must make sincere efforts to keep the Library clean. Chairs and tables and other Library materials, fittings, furniture etc. should not be marked, defaced or disarranged.

9.13 Absence/leave from the University will not be considered as an excuse for the delay in the return of the books.

9.14 Under special circumstances, the Library In charge may refuse to issue the books, and recall the books already issued to any member without assigning any reason thereof.

9.15 The new books, periodicals, received in the Library will be displayed for a week/fortnight only or till there is space vacant at the 'New Periodicals Desk'. As soon as new/current periodicals are received, old periodicals will be removed and placed in other racks meant for the purpose.

9.16 Members are welcome to recommend new books or journals or other documents for the Library and to suggest improvement in Library services. Suggestions and recommendations, duly signed may be submitted to Library In charge.

9.17 Reference books, news papers, magazines and journals should not be taken out of the Library.

9.18 The Library may accept donation of manuscripts, books, periodicals etc. from the donors. Such donations once accepted will become the sole property of the University. In lieu of donation, the acknowledgement will be made to the donors.

9.19 On transfer, retirement or while leaving the University job, the Library Member must return all the Library books borrowed by him/her and clear all Library dues to obtain "No Dues Certificate' from Library In charge.

9.20 He/She must produce his/her identity card at the security counter and has to enter the name in the register.

9.21 Library card have to be returned at the time of No dues.

9.22 Reserve books will be issued for overnight only.

9.23 Books shall not be reissued to the same borrower if some other user requested for the same book.

9.24 Borrowers must satisfy about the physical condition of the books before borrowing otherwise they will be held responsible for damage of the book.

9.25 Visitors found talking loudly, shouting or quarreling with other visitors or staff or indulging in eve teasing or any other act of indiscipline shall be liable to punishment as per university rules.

9.26 Damage to Library property may lead to withdrawal of library facilities and disciplinary action will be taken.

9.27 Any member who is found guilty of taking book out of the library without authorization shall be liable for punishment by librarian.

9.28 University Librarian is competent to impose any or more of the following penalties, if any student is found guilty of any act of indiscipline like-warning, fine, temporary or permanent withdrawal from library facilities and banning entry to the library.

10. Use of computers:

  1. Computer in the library premises should be used for academic purposes only.
  2. Online chatting/ playing games/ browsing of social networking sites are strictly prohibited.
  3. Changing the settings and display of the computers kept in the Library is not permitted.
  4. Readers should not remove/unplug computer cables/connections, network cables and other peripherals/accessories in the library.
  5. Personal keyboard, mouse, etc. are not allowed inside the Library.
  6. Students must take care of their Pen drives, CD/DVD, mobiles and wallets etc.

Aims and Objectives:

  • To strengthen the efforts of the librarian in planning library activities and policies.
  • To take the feedback from the departments and plan for improvement and enrichment of the library.

After the approval of competent authority LAC is constituted to look after the RMG central Library, Banda University of Agriculture & Technology, Banda related matter of planning, execution, budget etc. for the smooth functioning of the Library:

  1. S.V. Dwivedi, Dean of CoH             Chairman
  2. Sanjeev Kumar, Dean of CoF             Member
  3. Vandana Kumari, Asso. Dean of CoCSc Member          
  4. Kamaluddin, Librarian RMG Central Library Member Secretary

Functions:

The library committee will ensure that proper care is taken with regard to the following.

  1. The Member Secretary shall issue the notice for convening the meeting along with a copy of the agenda to each member before the committee meeting after obtaining the approval of the Chairman LAC.
  2. Minutes of meetings shall be recorded by the Member Secretary and circulated to all the members for consideration and approval after obtaining the consent of the Chairman LAC/Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor.
  3. LAC shall consider policy matters related to university library including the policy for procurement of books, journals, e-resources, and render advice to the Librarian for library procurements.

The committee shall consider and put forward the views of faculty members, students and research scholars to look after the library related matters such as planning, policies, execution of budget etc.

Introduction:

Library is one of the most important parts of University, which facilitates and supports the teaching, research and extension services. The Central Library of Banda University of Agriculture & Technology is named as "Rashtrakavi Maithilisharan Gupt Central Library". Library rules were first developed and approved by the Hon'ble Vice Chancellor on 18 January 2013. These rules were further updated and approved by academic council meeting on 22nd February 2014. Library was finally shifted from Multipurpose Hall to ground floor of College of Agriculture in December 2015 until a full-fledged Library building is constructed in the Campus. The library has been divided into two reading halls, one book section, one circulation section, one multimedia hall and one office. It is managed and operated by two faculty members (In-charge Librarian & Assistant Librarian) and three supporting staff (Out sourcing).

The University Library has been driven by ethos of continuous improvement to meet the challenges of information explosion and the paradigm shift that the libraries have gone through globally in providing access to information/ e- resources. The entire collection of the library is accessible every time of the year through OPAC. Besides, the library is a member of collaborative digital repository called Krishikosh, provides access to e-books and theses submitted by the university students. Students can avail assistance in preparing research papers, plagiarism check etc. The library has inviting ambiance and spaces for group study, quite reading and solo study.

The Library uses KOHA ILMS (Integrated library management software) which was fully automated in 2021. The circulation module of the software covers all the operations of the circulations right from creating member records to printing of reminders for outstanding books. The key features of the module are single screen issue, return and renewal with total details of members, membership records with photo and statistical reports on membership.

Mission:

The mission is to provide updated information required to the students and staff of all colleges to achieve their highest academic, research and extension potential. Also to support teaching faculty, researchers and administrative staff to participate in interactive information that complements education, reflective thinking and development of thoughts uses contemporary knowledge in the relevant field.

Vision:

Library provides the correct information to the right users at the right time and in the right given format. The vision of the Library is to support the University and its stakeholders by providing seamless axis's to the broadest possible spectrum of information resources such as digital, online database, print and non-print materials relevant to the academic communities curricular, informational, and innovative research needs.

Purpose of Policy:

  1. Policies provide the framework for library operations and services.
  2. Development policies can help to ensure high-quality library services, wise use of library resources and fair treatment of library staff and library users.
  3. Provide curriculum books and promote educational, research, cultural, and information requirements of students, teachers, researchers, and general users.
  4. Provide direction, including requirements, standards, and boundaries for the conduct, as well as the consistent implementation of daily library operations for users and staff.

Library Services for users:

The Library offers the following facilities to the students and staff:

  • Photocopying facility is available in the library on payment basis for students. The photo copy charges are fixed time to time by the committee appointed by competent authority.
  • Overnight issuance of Reference Books.
  • E-learning with the help of 11 computers.
  • Journals facility through CeRA and other database.
  • Reading halls and rooms with air condition facility.
  • Free Wi-Fi facility for library users.
  • Newspapers, Employment Newspaper and Magazines related to Agriculture and Competitive examination for library users.
  • Thesis search through Krishikosh.
  • OPAC to search library collections.

Rules of Library

With the purchase of several required text books, reference books, journals, literature etc., the library rules were required to regulate the use of library facility. These rules are intended to regulate the use of University Library resources and will be reviewed time to time to meet the changing needs.

  1. Library Hours (Working Days)

Sr. No.

Section/Services

Timings

 

1.

Reading Hall

09:30 am to 12:00am (Monday- Saturday)

09:30 am to 02:00 pm (Sunday)

2.

Book Circulation Section

09:30 am to 05:30 pm

3.

E- Resource Section

09:30 am to 05:30 pm.

4.

Photocopy & Print Service

02:00 pm to 05:00 pm

NOTE: Timings are subjected to change time to time in accordance with the orders of the University Librarian.

  1. Membership and Library Use

2.1 Teachers, Students, Research Scientists, Extension Workers, Office and other staff members of University can become members of Library by submitting duly filled a prescribed application form through proper channel and agreeing to abide by rules and regulations of Library of Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda. Library membership will be renewed annually with the commencement of Academic Session.

2.2 Pensioners of the University and Wards of the University employees may also use the Library resources with permission of appropriate authority on payment of refundable Security Fee.

2.3 Other persons such as Guest and Contractual Teachers of the University and special members on the recommendations of the officers of the University/Heads of Departments, subject to the approval of the University Librarian/Vice-Chancellor may also use the Library resources on deposit of security money.

2.4 Library membership card issued to members is strictly non-transferable and is to be renewed every year. A lost Library membership card if found should be immediately deposited in the Library. Failure to comply or its misuse can lead to cancellation of membership, if a duplicate Card has been issued.

2.5 Sign in "Visitors' Register" before entering the library. Your signature is the evidence of your prestigious visit to the Central Library, it is a token of your respect to the Library and study materials, and helps in preparing user statistics.

  1. Access to Books

The readers have free access to books and periodicals which are on the open shelves. Text books, rare books, thesis and dissertations can be consulted only in the assigned area as per directions of the Librarian.

  1. Library Services

Members are free to seek the assistance of Library staff in selecting reading material, checking of references, searching of misplaced reading materials, compilations of bibliographies, procurement of documents, etc. Members are free to recommend new books or Journals for the library and to suggest improvement in Library services. Suggestions and recommendations, duly signed can be put in the suggestion box placed on the circulation counter.

  1. Admission to the Library

Before entering the Library, the Library User should sign a register kept at the Library gate and leave his/her personal belongings such as printed material, radio, tape recorder, bags, hand bags, rain coat, umbrella, etc. with the attendant at the entrance of Library and keep their mobile phones in silent mode in the Library.

  1. Issuing and Return of Library Documents/Books

Normal issue/return of Library reading material is suspended one hour before closing except over night issue. The books borrowed for overnight must be returned within an hour of the opening of the Library on the next day. Reading material can be temporarily loaned to the departments if they are needed for consultation by the members of the departments.

The Librarian can recall any Library reading material at any time if necessity arises. A valid member of the Library may borrow books for a limited period specified by the committee time to time. The number of books issued to under graduate and post graduate students, faculty members and non teaching staff, research fellows and special members will be decided and modified time to time by the committee. If the due date for return of the book falls on holiday the next working day will be considered as due date to deposit the borrowed book(s).

Entitlement for borrowing books from the central Library:

Sr. No.

Users

  No. of Books, Manuals etc.

1.

Undergraduate Students

03

2.

Post Graduate Students

03

3.

Teaching Staff

05

4.

Non Teaching Staff

02

5.

Research Fellow (Jr./Sr.)

03

6.

Special Members

02

 

Duration of issuing books and other materials from the central Library:

Sr. No.

Name of Item

Users

Days

1.

General Books

All Types users

14

2.

Reference Books, Abstract and Index

All Types users

Overnight Only

3.

Current Periodicals

All Types users

Not to be issued

4.

Bound Periodicals & Serials

Teachers and Officers of the University

Overnight Only

5.

Thesis, Rare Books and Micro – Form Reading Materials

All Types users

Not to be issued

 

NOTE:-

  1. Books will be issued subject to their availability in the Library.
  2. Few books will be reserved for use in the Library premises.
  • Duration of issuing books could vary depending upon the availability of books and requirements of other teachers.
  1. Overdue Charges

The following overdue charges are recovered for library material retained longer than period of loan from all borrowers:

NOTE:- Fine can be reduced or remitted on reasonable grounds by the university Librarian or any official authorized by him or on his behalf.

7.1 Loss of Library Membership Card

Loss or misplacement of membership card should be reported immediately to Circulation Desk/Librarian of the University Library. However, the Library Member shall be still responsible for the books issued on his/her Library Membership Card. Duplicate Library Membership Card will be issued on payment basis on the recommendation of the Controlling Officer after one month from the date of report of loss to the issuing authority. Then the old/lost card will stand cancelled. The charges of duplicate membership card will be decided by committee appointed by competent authority.

7.2 Books

7.2.1 General Books: The Library Member, who has lost a book/document, should have to replace each lost book/document by a new copy of same or latest edition. Replacement should be completed within a month from the due date of deposition of the book in the Library. If the misplaced book is traced, it should be immediately deposited along with fine as per rules. The fine, however, may be remitted or reduced if the Librarian feels that the loss of book was due to reasons beyond control of the borrower.

In case the lost book is out of print, the charges will be as under:

(i) Current price of the book plus processing charges decided by committee time to time.

(ii) If current price of the book is not available; then the original price of book plus 10% increase in price per year from the date of its procurement subject to the maximum of double of its original price.

(iii) In case the lost book is received free of cost and price is not given in any of the catalogue available in the Library, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor is authorized to fix reasonable price on the recommendation of Librarian.

7.2.2 Text Books, Rare and Reference Books: Charges will be more than the current price and decided by committee time to time. The cost of the complete set may have to be paid for the loss of a single volume if it is not available separately.

7.2.3 Periodicals

7.2.3.1 Single issue of Periodicals: Replacement within three months or the cost of the volume if its issue is not available.

7.2.3.2 Bound Volume of a Periodical: Replacement of the volume or four times the cost of the volume.

7.3 Loss of Property Counter Token

Charges will be paid by users as per library rules, if they have lost token of property counter.

  1. Photocopying Service: Photocopy Service available on payment basis.
  2. General Rules of Library

9.1 Library users are not allowed to take along them the personal books, printed reading material etc. inside the Library premises/Reading Hall. Similarly other personal belongings such Radio, Tape recorder, Bags, Hand bags, Rain coat and Umbrella etc. are strictly prohibited inside the Library and these should be deposited at proper counter. They are advised not to leave cell phones, purse, money, credit card and other valuables in the hand bag outside the Library as University will not be responsible for their loss.

9.2 All members are required to bring their Library Membership Card and produce it whenever asked for identification.

9.3 Borrowing and returning of the books, payment of fine or charges, application for membership cards etc. must be done through Circulation Desk between 10 am to 05:00 pm on working days.

9.4 Library Membership may be withdrawn/ cancelled, if a member is found taking books out of Library without proper authorization, disfiguring and mutilating books in any way.

9.5 Books shall be recalled and their issuing will be suspended during the period of stock checking/verification.

9.6 No reading material should be issued to a borrower if he/she is drawing books for outsiders.

9.7 Any kind of edibles is not allowed inside the Library. Smoking/chewing of tobacco and other kind of intoxicants is strictly prohibited inside the Library premises.

9.8 Use of phone of any kind or playing music inside the Library is prohibited. Mobile phones should be switched off or kept in silent mode in the Library.

9.9 Any change of address and designation, phone/ mobile no. etc. of Library member should be reported immediately to Library In charge.

9.10 Any change of address and designation, phone/mobile No., etc. of Library Member should be reported immediately to Librarian.

9.11 Library users should maintain strict pin drop silence inside the Library premises.

9.12 The Library users must make sincere efforts to keep the Library clean. Chairs and tables and other Library materials, fittings, furniture etc. should not be marked, defaced or disarranged.

9.13 Absence/leave from the University will not be considered as an excuse for the delay in the return of the books.

9.14 Under special circumstances, the Library In charge may refuse to issue the books, and recall the books already issued to any member without assigning any reason thereof.

9.15 The new books, periodicals, received in the Library will be displayed for a week/fortnight only or till there is space vacant at the 'New Periodicals Desk'. As soon as new/current periodicals are received, old periodicals will be removed and placed in other racks meant for the purpose.

9.16 Members are welcome to recommend new books or journals or other documents for the Library and to suggest improvement in Library services. Suggestions and recommendations, duly signed may be submitted to Library In charge.

9.17 Reference books, news papers, magazines and journals should not be taken out of the Library.

9.18 The Library may accept donation of manuscripts, books, periodicals etc. from the donors. Such donations once accepted will become the sole property of the University. In lieu of donation, the acknowledgement will be made to the donors.

9.19 On transfer, retirement or while leaving the University job, the Library Member must return all the Library books borrowed by him/her and clear all Library dues to obtain "No Dues Certificate' from Library In charge.

9.20 He/She must produce his/her identity card at the security counter and has to enter the name in the register.

9.21 Library card have to be returned at the time of No dues.

9.22 Reserve books will be issued for overnight only.

9.23 Books shall not be reissued to the same borrower if some other user requested for the same book.

9.24 Borrowers must satisfy about the physical condition of the books before borrowing otherwise they will be held responsible for damage of the book.

9.25 Visitors found talking loudly, shouting or quarreling with other visitors or staff or indulging in eve teasing or any other act of indiscipline shall be liable to punishment as per university rules.

9.26 Damage to Library property may lead to withdrawal of library facilities and disciplinary action will be taken.

9.27 Any member who is found guilty of taking book out of the library without authorization shall be liable for punishment by librarian.

9.28 University Librarian is competent to impose any or more of the following penalties, if any student is found guilty of any act of indiscipline like-warning, fine, temporary or permanent withdrawal from library facilities and banning entry to the library.

  1. Use of computers:
  2. Computer in the library premises should be used for academic purposes only.
  3. Online chatting/ playing games/ browsing of social networking sites are strictly prohibited.

III. Changing the settings and display of the computers kept in the Library is not permitted.

  1. Readers should not remove/unplug computer cables/connections, network cables and other peripherals/accessories in the library.
  2. Personal keyboard, mouse, etc. are not allowed inside the Library.
  3. Students must take care of their Pen drives, CD/DVD, mobiles and wallets etc.

Sr. NoItemsNumbers
1Print Books13,277
2Magazines14
3Manuals77
4Newspaper (daily)05
5Periodicals1220
6Print Journals214

Sr. NoItemsNumbers
1Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture (Full text journals)721
2Krishikosh: An Institutional Repository of Indian National Agricultural Research System (Full text thesis and publications of all SAUs and Institutes of ICAR)- -
3CDs (Thesis M.Sc.)132
4E-books32

These rules are intended to regulate the use of University Library resources and will be reviewed from time to time to meet the changing needs.

LIBRARY HOURS (WORKING DAYS)

Sr. NoSection/ServiceTimings
1Reading Hall09:30 am to 08:00 pm
2Book Section09:30 am to 05:30 pm
3Multimedia Section/ ARIS Cell09:30 am to 05:30 pm
4JRF Section09:30 am to 08:00 pm
5Photocopy & Print Service02:00 pm to 05:00 pm
6Reading Hall09:30 am to 01:30 pm
(Second Saturday & Sunday)

NOTE: Timings are subject to change from time to time in accordance with the orders of the university Librarian.

2.1 Teachers, Students, Research Scientists, Extension Workers, Office and other staff members of University can become members of Library by submitting duly filled a prescribed application form through proper channel and agreeing to abide by rules and regulations of Library of Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda. Library membership will be renewed annually with the commencement of Academic Session.

2.2 Pensioners of the University and Wards of the University employees may also use the Library resources with permission of appropriate authority on payment of refundable Security Fee.

2.3 Other persons such as Guest and Contractual Teachers of the University working in the University and special members on the recommendations of the officers of the University/Heads of Departments, subject to the approval of the University Librarian/Vice- Chancellor may also use the Library resources on payment of the following charges:

Sr. NoMembersRefundable Security Fee (Rs.)
1Guest and Contractual Teachers of the UniversityRs. 2000/-
2Retired Teachers and Scientists of the UniversityRs. 2000/-
3Special Members
Rs. 3000/- + Annual membership fee of Rs.1000/-

2.4 Library membership card issued to members is strictly non-transferable and is to be renewed every year. A lost Library membership card if found should be immediately deposited in the Library. Failure to comply or its misuse can lead to cancellation of membership, if a duplicate Card has been issued.

2.5 Sign in "Visitors' Register" before entering the library. Your signature is the evidence of your prestigious visit to the Library; it is a token of your respect to the Library and study materials, and helps in preparing user statistics.

The readers have free access to books and periodicals which are on the open shelves. Text books, rare books, thesis and dissertations can be consulted only in the assigned area as per directions of the Librarian.

Members are free to seek the assistance of Library staff in selecting reading material, checking of references, searching of misplaced reading materials, compilations of bibliographies, procurement of documents, etc. Members are free to recommend new books or Journals for the library and to suggest improvement in Library services. Suggestions and recommendations, duly signed can be put in the suggestion box placed on the circulation counter.

Before entering the Library, the Library User should sign a register kept at the Library gate and leave his/her personal belongings such as printed material, Radio, Tape Recorder, Bags, Handbags, Rain coat, Umbrella, etc. with the Attendant at the entrance of Library, mobile phones in silent mode

Normal issue/return of Library reading material is suspended one hour before closing except over night issue. The books borrowed for overnight must be returned within an hour of the opening of the Library on the next day. Reading material can be temporarily loaned to the departments if they are needed for consultation by the members of the departments.

The Librarian can recall any Library reading material at any time if necessity arises. A valid member of the Library may borrow books for a limited period specified in the following Tables. If the due date for return of the book falls on holiday the next working day will be considered as due date to deposit the borrowed book(s).

7.1 Entitlement for borrowing books from the Library

Sr. NoUsersTotal No. of Books, Manuals etc.
1Undergraduate Students
03
2Post Graduate Students03
3Teaching Staff
05
4Non Teaching Staff02
5Research Fellow (Jr./Sr.)03
6Special Members02

7.2 Duration of issuing books and other materials from the Library:

Sr. NoItems/ categoryDays
1General Books14 days
2Reference Books, Abstracts and indexesFor overnight only
3Current PeriodicalsNot to be issued
4Bound periodicals & serials to be issued to postgraduate students, teachers and officers of the universityOvernight only
5Thesis, rare books and micro-form reading materialsNot to be issued

NOTE:

  •  Books will be issued subject to their availability in the Library.

  • Few books will be reserved for use in the Library premises.

  • Duration of issuing books could vary depending upon the availability of books and requirements of other teachers pending with the Librarian.

The following overdue charges are recovered for library material retained longer than period of loan from all borrowers:
8.1: General Books: Rs. 1/- per day
8.2: General Books: Rs. 1/- per day
8.3: Overnight text books and bound Periodicals: Rs. 1/- per hour
8.4: Overnight Text Books: Rs. 1/-per hour per book
8.5: Overnight Bound Periodicals: Rs. 1/- per volume per hour
Note: Fine can be reduced or remitted on reasonable grounds by the university Librarian or any official authorized by him on his behalf.

Following charges are recovered from the borrowers for the loss of any Library material.

9.1       Books

9.1.1    General Books: The Library Member, who has lost a book/document, should have to replace each lost book/document by a new copy of same or latest edition. Replacement should be completed within a month from the due date of deposition of the book in the Library. If the misplaced book is traced, it should be immediately deposited along with fine as per rules. The fine, however, may be remitted or reduced if the Librarian feels that the loss of book was due to reasons beyond control of the borrower.

In case the lost book is out of print, the charges will be as under:

(i) Current price of the book plus Rs. 50/- as processing charges.

(ii) If current price of the book is not available; then the original price of book plus 10% increase in price per year from the date of its procurement subject to the maximum of double of its original price.

(iii) In case the lost book is received free of cost and price is not given in any of the catalogue available in the Library, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor is authorized to fix reasonable price on the recommendation of Librarian.

9.1.2    Text Books, Rare and Reference Books: Rs.150/- over and above the current price. The cost of the complete set may have to be paid for the loss of a single volume if it is not available separately.

9.2       Periodicals

9.2.1    Single issue of Periodicals: Replacement within three months or the cost of the volume if its issue is not available.

9.2.2    Bound Volume of a Periodical: Replacement of the volume or four times the cost of the volume.

9.3       Loss of Library Membership card: Loss or misplacement of membership card should be reported immediately to Circulation Desk/ Librarian of the University Library. However, the Library Member shall be still responsible for the books issued on his/her Library Membership Card. Duplicate Library Membership Card will be issued on payment of Rs. 100/- on the recommendation of the Controlling Officer after one month from the date of report of loss to the issuing authority. Then the old/lost card will stand cancelled.

9.4          Loss of Property Counter Token: Rs. 10/- will be charged for the loss of token of property counter.

Photocopy machine available in the library on payment basis.

11.1: Library users are not allowed to take along them the personal books, printed reading material etc. inside the Library premises/Reading Hall. Similarly other personal belongings such Radio, Tape recorder, Bags, Hand bags, Rain coat and Umbrella etc. are strictly prohibited inside the Library and these should be deposited at proper counter. They are advised not to leave cell phones, purse, money, credit card and other valuables in the hand bag outside the Library as University will not be responsible for their loss.
11.2:All members are required to bring their Library Membership Card and produce it whenever asked for identification.
11.3:Borrowing and returning of the books, payment of fine or charges, application for membership cards etc. must be done through Circulation Desk between 10 am to 05:00 pm on working days.

11.4:Library Membership may be withdrawn/cancelled if a member is found taking books out of Library without proper authorization, disfiguring and mutilating books in any way.
11.5:Books shall be recalled and their issuing will be suspended during the period of stock checking/verification.</BR>11.6:No reading material should be issued to a borrower if he/she is drawing books for outsiders.
11.7:Any kind of edibles is not allowed inside the Library. Smoking/chewing of tobacco and other kind of intoxicants is strictly prohibited inside the Library premises.
11.8:Use of phone of any kind or playing music inside the Library is prohibited. Mobile phones should be switched off or kept in silent mode in the Library.11.9:Any change of address and designation, phone/ mobile no.,etc. of Library member should be reported immediately to Library In charge.11.10:
Any change of address and designation, phone/mobile No., etc. of Library Member should be reported immediately to Library In charge.11.11:Library users should maintain strict pin drop silence inside the Library premises.11.12:The Library users must make sincere efforts to keep the Library clean. Chairs and tables and other Library materials, fittings, furniture etc. should not be marked, defaced or disarranged.
11.13:Absence/leave from the University will not be considered as an excuse for the delay in the return of the books.
11.14: Under special circumstances, the Library In charge may refuse to issue the books, and recall the books already issued to any member without assigning any reason thereof.
11.15: The new books, periodicals, received in the Library will be displayed for a week/fortnight only or till there is space vacant at the 'New Periodicals Desk'. As soon as new/current periodicals are received, old periodicals will be removed and placed in other racks meant for the purpose.
11.16: Members are welcome to recommend new books or journals or other documents for the Library and to suggest improvement in Library services. Suggestions and recommendations, duly signed may be submitted to Library In charge.
11.17:Reference books, news papers, magazines and journals should not be taken out of the Library.
11.18: The Library may accept donation of manuscripts, books, periodicals etc. from the donors. Such donations once accepted will become the sole property of the University. In lieu of donation, the acknowledgement will be made to the donors.
11.19: On transfer, retirement or while leaving the University job, the Library Member must return all the Library books borrowed by him/her and clear all Library dues to obtain 'No Dues Certificate' from Library In charge.
11.20: He/She must produce his/her identity card at the security counter and has to enter the name in the register.
11.21: Library card have to be returned at the time of No dues.
11.22: Reserve books will be issued for overnight only.
11.23: Books shall not be reissued to the same borrower if some other user requested for the same book.
11.24: Borrowers must satisfy about the physical condition of the books before borrowing otherwise they will be held responsible for damage of the book.
11.25: Visitors found talking loudly, shouting or quarreling with other visitors or staff or indulging in eve teasing or any other act of indiscipline shall be liable to punishment as per university rules.
11.26: Damage to Library property may lead to withdrawal of library facilities and disciplinary action will be taken.
11.27: Any member who is found guilty of taking book out of the library without authorization shall be liable for punishment by librarian.
11.28: University librarian is competent to impose any or more of the following penalties, if any student is found guilty of any act of indiscipline like-warning, fine, temporary or permanent withdrawal from library facilities and banning entry to the library.

1: Computer in the library premises should be used for academic purposes only.
2: Online chatting/ playing games/ browsing of social networking sites is strictly prohibited.
3: Changing the settings and display of the computers kept in the Library is not permitted.
4: Readers should not remove/unplug computer cables/connections, network cables and other peripherals/accessories in the library.
5: Personal keyboard, mouse, etc. are not allowed inside the Library.
6: Students must take care of their Pen drives, CD/DVD ROMs, mobiles and wallets etc.

Librarian

Dr. Kamaluddin
Professor, Genetics and Plant Breeding
Mob: +91 63934 25799
Email: kamaluddinpbg@gmail.com

Assistant Librarian

Dr. H.S. Negi
Assistant Professor Plant Pathology
Mob: +91 73105 49071
Email:hoshinegi@gmail.com

    1. (CeRA) Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture
      https://jgateplus.com/search/
    2. E- Books
      https://scholarkart.in/my-account/downloads
    3. Krishikosh (An Institutional Repository of Indian National Agriculture Research System)
      https://krishikosh.egranth.ac.in/

 

  1. e-Sodh Shuddhi (URKUND (OURIGINAL) plagiarism Software)
    https://secure.urkund.com/account/auth/login
  2. OPAC
  3. KOHA

List of Magazines & Newspapers Being Subscribed in the library

Sr. NoPopular Magazines ( Monthly)
1Indian Farming
2Indian Horticulture
3Kheti
4Vigyan Pragati
5India Today
6Yojna
7Pratiyogita Darpa
8Kurushetra
9Nirogdham
10Reader Digest
11Business Today
12Business Outlook
13Science Reporter
14Down to Earth

Sr. NoNewspapers
1Dainik Jargan
2Hindustan
3The Hindu
4Times of India
5Employment News

(Newsletter’s link will be provided this section also)

Library Advisory Committee (LAC) is constituted to look after the library related matters such as planning, policies, execution of budget etc. The constitution of the committee is given below:

  1. Dean, College of Horticulture BUAT :- Chairman LAC
  2. Dean, College of Forestry BUAT :- Member LAC
  3. Dean, College of Community Science BUAT :- Member LAC
  4. Librarian RMG Library, BUAT :- Member Secretary

As per the directives of Hon'ble Vice Chancellor a new section known as JRF Cell has been developed with a initiative to promote students to face competitive exams conducted by various governmental and other agencies. Various competitively important reading materials helps students in preparing for JRF/SRF, NET, UPCATET and other examinations.

To keep abreast with the latest information technology, new trends in information management and services; INTERNET SERVICE Centre of the Library was hooked to information Super Highway during 2018 with a meager infrastructure. The Library is now equipped with 11 computers, 4 Multi-functional printers (three in one), 2 Barcode Reader, 01 printers. All PCs and servers are connected to the Campus wide Network. The automated activities and services include assess to E-Resources, Circulation, in-house database (Books, Theses, Journals), assess through OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue) and Electronic Communication (Internal & External).

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    Basic Engineering and Applied Science

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    Dr. Sandeep Kumar

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications: B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from College of Technology, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand (2012), M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with major in Thermal Engineering from College of Technology, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand (2014), and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from College of Technology, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand (2022). Qualified GATE (2012,2013,2015 and 2020).

    Prior Teaching Experience: Presently working as an Assistant Professor (Mechanical Engineering), since 23rd October, 2024 at ‘CAET, BUAT, Banda

    Worked as an Assistant Professor in the department of Mechanical Engineering at ‘Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow’ for 22 months (05th December 2022 to 22nd October 2024)

    Worked as Teaching Personnelin the department of Mechanical Engineering at ‘College of Technology, G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar’, Uttarakhand, for 06 Months.

    Publications/Training/Awards:

    Research Paper (04) (02 SCI)

    Conference Papers (02)

    One Week FDP (06)

    One Week Short Term Courses (04)

    One Week National Workshop (03)

    One Week National Seminar (03)

    International Exposure: Honored with the Best Conference Travel Grant from IIT Kharagpur to present Ph.D. research at the AGU Fall Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.

    Membership of Professional Bodies: Life Member (01)

    Basic Engineering and Applied Science

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    Dr. Himanshu Bisaria

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications:B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from UPTU Lucknow (U.P.) (2012), MTech in Production Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad (U.P.) (2015) and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad (U.P.) (2020). Qualified GATE (2013& 2014).

    Prior Teaching Experience:

    Assistant Professor & Associate Dean (R&D), Department of Mechanical Engineering, G H Raisoni Institute of Engineering and Technology (Autonomous), Nagpur, Maharashtra.

    Tenure: 2 years and 5 months (July 2, 2019 – December 8, 2021)

    Project Scientist, Laboratory for Advanced Research in Polymeric Materials (LARPM), SARP: CIPET, Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
    Tenure: 2 years and 8 months (December 14, 2021 – August 30, 2024)

    Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SR University, Warangal, Telangana.

    Tenure: 1.5 months (September 4, 2024 – October 25, 2024)

    Assistant Professor (Mechanical Engineering), College of Agriculture Engineering and Technology, Banda University of Agriculture and Technology (BUAT), Banda, U.P., Govt.
    Current Role: Since October 28, 2024

    21 months experience as an Institute Postdoctoral Fellow (I-PDF) in the department of Environmental Science and Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad from 11th January, 2023 to 23rd October, 2024. Presently working as Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering), since 24th October, 2024. 

    Publications/Training/Awards: 24 SCI/SCIE indexed Journal Articles, 02 Peer Reviewed Journal Articles, 01 Copyright, 08 International/National Conference Papers, 02 Book Chapters. MHRD fellowship during MTech and Ph.D.

    International Exposure: Honored with the Best Conference Travel Grant from IIT Kharagpur to present Ph.D. research at the AGU Fall Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.

    Membership of Professional Bodies: Life Member (03)

    Basic Engineering and Applied Science

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    Dr. Ashwin Singh

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications: B.Tech. in Civil Engineering from Jaypee University of Information Technology, Solan (H.P.) (2016), MTech in Water Resources Engineering from Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur (Rajasthan) (2018) and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, (Gujarat) (2022). Qualified GATE (2016 & 2017).

    Prior Teaching Experience: Presently working as an Assistant Professor, since 24thOctober, 2024 at ‘CAET, BUAT, Banda

    21 months experience as an Institute Postdoctoral Fellow (I-PDF) in the department of Environmental Science and Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad from 11th January, 2023 to 23rd October, 2024. Presently working as Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering), since 24th October, 2024. 

    Publications/Training/Awards:20 Journal Articles (15 SCI Q1; 2 SCI Q2; 1 SCI Q4; 2 Scopus), 11 Conference Papers, 03 Book Chapters, 3-weeks Training from Department of Science and Technology (DST), New Delhi under National Geospatial Program (Level 1 & 2). MHRD fellowship during MTech and PhD. 

    International Exposure: Honored with the Best Conference Travel Grant from IIT Kharagpur to present Ph.D. research at the AGU Fall Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.

    Membership of Professional Bodies: Life Member (03)

    Soil and Water Conservation Engineering

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    Dr. D. P. Kushwaha

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications:

    1. B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh in 2013, Position holder under Top 10
    2. M.Tech. in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering from G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand in 2016, First with Distinction
    3. Ph. D.  in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, (Minor in Irrigation and Drainage Engineering) from G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand in 2022

    Prior Teaching Experience: Worked as Project Associate-I in GBPUA&T, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand for 16 months under the Collaborative project with National Remote Sensing Centre, ISRO, Hyderabad, under National Hydrology Project Funded by Ministry of Jal Shakthi, India.

    Publications/Training/Awards: Qualified GATE National Examination in 2013. Qualified ICAR – NET National Examination in 2018 and 2023 in Land and Water Management Engineering discipline. Delivered Expert Lecture entitled “Eddy Co-variance flux Tower” in the High-End Workshop on “Pressurized Irrigation for Efficient Irrigation Water Management” in GBPUA&T, Pantnagar. Published 01 Book, 02 Book Chapters, 01 Lab Manual, 17 Research Papers, 01 Conference paper, 02 Popular articles, 12 Abstract in proceedings of different conferences in different states

    International Exposure: Honored with the Best Conference Travel Grant from IIT Kharagpur to present Ph.D. research at the AGU Fall Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.

    Membership of Professional Bodies: Life Member (01)

    Department of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering

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    Dr. Shashank Shekhar

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications: B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. M.Tech. and Ph.D. in Land and Water Resource Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India.

    Prior Teaching Experience:Served as a Subject Matter Specialist at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ankushpur Ghazipur (ANDUAT, Kumarganj, UP) for 2 years and 5 months. Worked as a Senior Research Fellow at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur for 2 years and 11 months.  Served as a Teaching Assistant online course of Irrigation and Drainage, NPTEL at Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Bengal. Gained practical experience as a Field Officer Trainee at International Tractor Limited (Sonalika), Nizamabad, Andhra Pradesh for 1 year.

    Publications/Training/Awards: Authored 16 research articles, 1 review article, 1 book, 11 popular articles, 3 conference abstracts (one in India and two in the USA), and 1 book chapter. Recipient of the National Talent Scholarship during undergraduate studies from ICAR, Government of India, and awarded the Ministry of Human Resource Development Scholarship for both post-graduation and Ph.D. studies by the Government of India. Participated in over 15 training programs, workshops, and seminars. Received a Young Scientist Award from Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ankushpur Ghazipur, and another at the 4th International Conference on Advances in Biological Research and Environmental Sustainability, Royal Regantris Kuta, Bali, Indonesia. Recognized with the Top Cited Article Award for 2021-2022 by Irrigation and Drainage, Wiley.

    International Exposure: Honored with the Best Conference Travel Grant from IIT Kharagpur to present Ph.D. research at the AGU Fall Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.

    Membership of Professional Bodies:Life Member (02)

    Farm Machinery and Power Engineering

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    Dr. Gajendra Singh

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications: B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering from Sir Chhotu Ram Institute of Engineering and Technology, Meerut, affiliated with Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. M.Tech in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering from Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Ph.D. in Farm Machinery and Power from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP), West Bengal.

    Qualified ICAR NET in 2016.

    Prior Teaching Experience: Presently working as an Assistant Professor, since 23rd October, 2024 at ‘CAET, BUAT, Banda

    Threaten year five-month experience as Junior Project Officer at Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP), West Bengal

    Publications/Training/Awards:20 Research Paper, 01 Book,  01 Book Chapter, 03 Bulletins, 03 Patent published 01 patent Under Review Patent, 05 International and National Conferences, Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship UGC for Ph.D.

    Membership of Professional Bodies:Life Member (01)

    Farm Machinery and Power Engineering

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    Dr. (Er.) Sunil Kumar

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications: B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, Punjab; M.Tech. in Farm Machinery and Power from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur (IIT KGP), West Bengal and Ph.D.from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (BCKV), Mohanpur, Nadia, West-Bengal.

    Qualified GATE 2005 &2006;ICAR NET in 2010 & 2012 and ICAR-SRF 2020.

    Prior Teaching Experience: Five years’ experienceas Research Associate at Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal and working as Assistant Professor at Banda University of Agriculture & Technology, Banda since September, 2013.

    Publications/Training/Awards: 06 Research Paper, 01 Book Chapter, 02 Practical Manuals, 32 Operator’s manual, 20 Training Manuals;04 International and National Conferencesand awarded the Ministry of Human Resource Development Scholarship during M. Tech. degree programme by Government of India.

    Membership of Professional Bodies: Life Member (04)

    Food Safety and Quality Assurance

    Mr. Pratik Shukla

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications:

    Tech (Dairy Technology) from DSCKV, Durg, Chhattisgarh, M.Tech. in Dairy Microbiology from Anand Agriculture University, Gujarat. Qualified NET (National Eligibility Test) and JRF exam in Dairy Microbiology conducted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi.

    Prior Job Experience: Three years of experience as Quality Assurance Officer in Amul.

    Publications/Training/ Awards:

    03 Research Papers,01 Review Papers, 01 Book Chapters, and 01 Popular Article, “Amul Gold Plated Silver Medal”, “Dr. J. M. Dave Gold Plated Silver Medal”, “Late Shri Kamendu C. Vasavada Medal”, “Mrs. Meenaben J. Prajapati Gold Plates Silver Medal”. International Award for best paper presentation, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Awards from Microbiologist Society of India. National Talent Scholarship from ICAR.

    Food Safety and Quality Assurance

    Dr. Abhishek Chitranashi

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications:

    Graduation in Agricultural Biotechnology from the esteemed University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore. Master’s and Ph.D. in Agricultural Biochemistry from Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI). Qualified ICAR-NTS, ICAR-JRF, ICAR-SRF, and CSIR-JRF, along with CSIR-NET (twice) and ASRB-NET (three times). Qualified Agricultural Research Service (ARS-2023) exam.

    Prior Job Experience

    Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at ICAR-CAZRI, Jodhpur, for three months. ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair, as a Senior Technical Officer (STO), for six months.

    Publications/Trainings/ Awards:

    08 Research papers, 04 Book Chapters and 03 Popular Articles.

    Food Safety and Quality Assurance

    Dr. Ajay Kumar Maurya

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualification

    Sc (Hons) Agriculture from Kulbhaskar Ashram PG College affiliated to CSJM University, Kanpur. M. Sc in Food Technology from University of Allahabad and Ph.D in Food Science & Technology from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi. Qualified NET (National Eligibility Test) in Food Technology conducted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi.

    Prior Job experience

    5 Years and 5 Months as Sanitary and Food Inspector in Directorate, Urban Local Bodies, Nagar Nigam, Kanpur,1 Year and 10 Month as Assistant Professor in Department of Food Technology, Institute of Biosciences and Biotechnology, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur and 9 Month as Lecturer in Shri Agrasen Kanya P G College (Autonomous) affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth University, Varanasi.

    Publications/Trainings/Awards

    04 Research paper, 02 Review paper, 04 Book Chapter,

    Winter School Attended 01,Department of Biotechnology (DBT) fellowship during Ph. D

    Membership of Professional Bodies

    Life Membership, Association of Food Scientist in India (AFST/LM/6-2018/KAN/2039)

    Life Membership of Society for Promotion of Horticulture (SPH)

    Food Process Engineering

    Dr. Shikhangi Singh

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications:

    B.Tech (Food Technology) from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, UP in 2017, M.Tech and Ph.D. in Process and Food Engineering from G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar in 2023.

    Prior Job Experience: One year experience as Teaching Personnel at College of Technology, G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar

    International Experience: One Month training in France.

    Publications/Trainings/Awards:

    05 Research papers, 08 review papers, 04 book chapters, 03 popular articles.06Oral and poster presentations, Attended 10 training/workshops/seminars. Young Researcher Award” at the FSATIHE-2024 Conference.

    Membershipof Professional Bodies:

    Member of the Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India) (AFSTI) and Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE).

    Food Processing Technology

    Dr. Sachin Kumar

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications:

    B.E. (Biotechnology Engineering) from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana, M.Tech in Food Technology and Management from National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management and Ph.D. in Food Engineering from National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli, Haryana. Qualified Gate, ICAR NET, UGC NET.

    Prior Job Experience:

    Worked as an Assistant Professor, Food Technology Department at Eternal University Himachal Pradesh, India (Women University) for 1 year and 5 months. Worked as an Assistant Professor, Food Technology Department at Lovely Professional University Punjab for 03 months. Worked in Dairy, and Milling industry for 2 year and 6 months.

    Publications/Training/Awards:

    05 Research Paper, 02 Review Article, 04 Book Chapter, UGC JRF, SRF, NIFTEM Scholarship for Ph.D.

    Food Processing Technology

    Dr. Sukh Veer Singh

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualification:

    Graduated from ANDUA&T, Faizabad in 2013, M.Sc. (Food Science and Technology) from Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, in 2015 and Ph.D. (Food Science and Technology) from National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-K), Haryana, in 2023. Qualified ASRB (ICAR) National Eligibility Test (NET) in Food Technology in 2016.

    Prior Job Experience:

    Worked as an Assistant Professor (Food Technology) at School of Life Sciences (SALS), Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand for 2 months and 15 days. Worked as an Assistant Professor at Department of Food Technology, School of Food Technology and Nutrition, Loyola Academy (Degree & PG College), Secunderbad, Telangana affiliated to Osmania University, Hyderabad for 1 year and 4 months. 

    Publications/Trainings/Awards:

    15 Research Articles, 03 Review articles, 03 Popular articles in Hindi, 10 Abstracts in conference souvenirs and 12 Book chapters.DBT fellowship during M.Sc. and institutional fellowship during Ph.D. Programme.

    Membership of Professional Bodies:

    Life time Member of Association of Food Scientists and Technologists in India (AFSTI) (Membership No: AFSTI/LM/6-2019/KUN/3258).

    Post Harvest Technology

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    Dr. Amit Kumar Singh

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications: B. Sc.  (Ag.) from Post Graduate College, Ghazipur affiliated with Veer Bahadur Singh PurvanchalUniversity,   Jaunpur; M. Sc. and Ph. D. in Horticulture with    specialization in Post-Harvest Technology from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Nadia (West Bengal).

    Prior Job Experience: More than 06 years of teaching experience at Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi (U.P.) and MS Swaminathan School of Agriculture, Gajapati (Odisha) as well as 6 months of Research experience at Birsa Agricultural University, Ranchi (Jharkhand).

    Publications: Research Papers 27, Book 04, Practical Manual 07, Extension Bulletin 07, Book Chapter 16

    Awards: Inspire Fellow award (DST-Govt. of India), Fellow International College of Nutrition (FICN- Moradabad), Young scientist award (BRIATS, Prayagraj), Young scientist associated award (ATDS, Ghaziabad), Research Excellence Award (SCNR, Kolkata), Best oral award (ATDS, Ghaziabad) and Best poster award (UPCAR, Lucknow).

    Agricultural Economics

    Dr. Yash Gautam

    Banda University Of Agriculture

    And Technology

    Qualifications: B.Sc. Ag from Banaras Hindu  University; M.Sc. Ag. (Agricultural Economics) from Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University; and Ph.D (Agricultural Economics) from Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University. 

    Prior Teaching Experience: 2 years teaching experience in Diploma in Seed Technology and Marketing in Banaras Hindu University.

    Awards: UGC Research Fellowship during Ph.D. Young Scientist Award & Young Environmental Award by various organizations and Best Paper Presentation in International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture Development in Changing Global Scenario in Banaras Hindu University.

    Publications: 25 Research papers, 4 Book chapters, 2 Lead papers, 1 Laboratory Manual, and 8 Popular articles