Services

Library Services

Membership

The Knowledge Resource Centre provides its membership by default to the staff members of CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi. The membership is valid as long as the user becomes the employee of the Institute. The library membership will be suspended or terminated and disciplinary action will be taken, if the member has done any of the following

• Found misusing/mutilating/stealing/cutting pages from a book
• Improper use of Library facilities

Circulation

Only Registered staff Members can borrow books from the Knowledge Resource Centre on the production of their individual Identity Cards issued by the institute at the circulation counter. Ten books can be borrowed at once for 30 days, with the option to renew for another 30-day period and thereafter renew for an additional 30 days.

RFID-Based Library Circulation

Staff members can use self-check-in and check-out kiosks at the Knowledge Resource Centre by scanning their Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) based library cards to issue and return books.

Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) Search

It is the digital interface of KRC that provides users with access to a library's collection of resources. It allows patrons to search for and locate books, journals, multimedia, and other materials within the library. OPAC typically offers various search options, including keyword, author, title, and subject searches, making it easier for users to find specific items or explore a range of topics. It can be accessed inside the campus only. Users have the option to renew their borrowed items twice for an additional 30 days each time using their desktops, laptops, etc.

Key features of OPAC include:

Search Functionality: Users can perform simple or advanced searches using keywords, authors, titles, subjects, or other criteria.

Real-Time Availability: OPAC provides real-time information about the availability of resources, including whether an item is currently checked out, on hold, or available for borrowing.

User Account Management: Patrons can log into their accounts to renew borrowed items, place holds on materials, view their borrowing history, and manage fines or fees.

Access to Digital Resources: In addition to physical items, OPAC provides access to digital resources such as e-journals online databases, and more.

Enhanced Bibliographic Information: Detailed information about each item, including summaries, reviews, and publication details, helps users make informed decisions about their selections.

Institutional Repository of CRRI

DSpace software is used to showcase the Scholarly Publications of CSIR-Central Road Research institute.

Electronic Current Awareness in Road Transport (E-CART):

Electronic Current Awareness in Road Transport (E-CART) is a monthly Electronic Current Awareness service of the Knowledge Resource Centre, CSIR-CRRI. E-CART sent via E-mail to CRRI staff in first week of every month. It mainly covers the Content page and direct link to access the resources of all subscribed electronic resources.

Library Orientation Programme:

It is provided by the KRC staff to introduce newcomers to the resources, services, and facilities of KRC. The orientation includes a guided tour of the library, an overview of how to search the catalogue, and instructions on accessing digital resources like e-books, databases, academic journals, Standards, etc. It also covers essential information on borrowing procedures, library rules, and using study spaces and technology. The service ensures that new students and users are equipped with the knowledge and skills to efficiently utilize the library for their academic and research needs.

Library Awareness Program:

It is mainly designed to inform and educate users about the various resources, services, and opportunities available within the library. These programs aim to increase awareness of both physical and digital collections, research tools, study spaces, and other support services. It may include workshops, presentations, informational campaigns, and interactive sessions to ensure that users are fully aware of how the library can support their academic, research, professional, and personal growth. Demo videos on our official YouTube channel are also available to educate users. The ultimate goal is to maximize the effective use of the library by enhancing user knowledge and engagement.

Library Events

The CRRI KRC organizes various activities/programs and events to engage users and promote learning, creativity, and community involvement. These events include workshops, lectures, exhibitions, demonstrations of products & services, competitions, and other programs. It is designed to enhance the user experience by offering opportunities for education, entertainment, and social interaction. Library events cater to a diverse audience, including students and researchers, and aim to make the library a vibrant hub of knowledge and culture.

KRC visitors

CRRI-KRC welcomes fellows, students and professionals seeking specialized resources and information. Visitors often have specific research purposes and must obtain prior permission to access the library. The atmosphere is calm and focused, supporting serious study and intellectual exploration.

Research Support

The Knowledge Resource Centre currently provides the following research support tools and services:

Online Document Delivery Service (ODDS):

Documents are requested via email, WhatsApp, or by visiting KRC in person. Document requests are searched in KRC and sent to the user if they are available. If the document is not in KRC's collection, the staff requests it from other libraries and sends it to the user once received.

Plagiarism Detection Tools:
iThenticate:  is a tool, used to check the originality of documents.
Plagiarism check request is sent by staff via E-mail or by filling proforma

Some tips to Avoid Plagiarism:

• Be sure to properly acknowledge the original source for all facts, phrases, charts, diagrams, tables, maps, illustrations, photographs, theories, methods, steps, or lists taken from someone else's work.
• Even if you have expressed someone else's ideas in your own words, you still need to give them due credit.
• When copying and pasting text from electronic books, journal articles, theses, dissertations, or legal reports, you must accurately cite the source in the database you utilised and provide its URL (Uniform Resource Locator, or web address).
• Every source you read and use should be documented and recorded carefully. When it comes to this aspect of your research, don't cut corners. Make use of a reference management tool to keep track of your sources.

Reference Management Tools

KnightCite: KnightCite is a free website that generates citations for 28 different types of sources in Modern Language Association (MLA), American Psychological Association (APA), or Chicago style automatically. It is made available via Calvin College's Hekman Library. 
Mendeley: is a free reference management tool and academic social network that allows you to manage your references. Additionally, it enables you to interact with other researchers and work together while learning about fresh facts and trends in your field of study.
Zotero: is a free open source tool that you can use to collect, organise, manage, cite and share research sources.
ZoteroBib:is a free service that helps you build a bibliography instantly from any computer or device, without creating an account or installing any software.

Referencing Styles

APA Referencing Style: The American Psychological Association (APA) referencing style, a formatting and citation guide is commonly employed within the fiels of Psychology, Education and other related social sciences.
Chicago Referencing Style: The Chicago referencing style is used for all subjects and media, including books, newspapers, and other non-scholarly publications and non-publication items.
Harvard Referencing Style: The Harvard referencing style is typically used in many subject areas.
MLA Referencing Style: The MLA style is mostly used by researchers in Arts and Humanities. However it is especially used in English Language, Literature, Folklore and Lingustic courses.
Vancouver Referencing Style: The Vancouver system, also known as the "author-number" system, is a way of writing references in academic papers. It is well-liked in the physical, biological, and health sciences. It is one of the two standard referencing styles used in medicine - the other is Harvard style. 

Grammarly

Staff members of the Institute have access to Grammarly, a comprehensive digital writing assistant that provides real-time feedback on grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, and tone. Grammarly uses advanced artificial intelligence and natural language processing technologies to help a wide range of users, including students, professionals, and casual writers, enhance the clarity, effectiveness, and correctness of their written communication through its tools and features.