CCET Central Library is housed as a separate block in the campus and has a vast collection of resources that cater the diverse academic and research needs of its patrons. Our collection is selected and compiled to ensure students and faculty members have access to the best and most relevant materials in their respective fields. Our library extends opportunities for teaching, learning and self-education to the deserving and enthusiastic students without any distinction and to develop in each student a sense of responsibility.

Library Info

Area	567 sq.m
Seating Capacity	150
Books	12133
Titles	2317
Journals	27
Periodicals	10
Newspapers	7
Internet	100 mbps
Computers	26

Rules & Regulations

The open access system is followed in the Library. 

1. A Library user shall enter his/her name, branch and in/out time of entry/exit should put a signature in the register kept at the entrance / read  your ID Card  in IN/OUT Management system
2. Strict discipline must be maintained in the Library. Users must ensure the rights of other users of the Library. 
3. Use of Cell phones is not allowed. If readers wish to keep them while using the Library, they must be kept switched off/ silent mode. 
4. Smoking, eating, sleeping and talking loudly are strictly prohibited in the Library. 
5. Members must carry their ID card while using the Library. It must show on demand of library staff. 
6. Users must deposit their personal belongings at the Library property counter. The users are advised not to leave expensive items with the property counter.
7. Documents taken out of the shelves must be left on the table. Replacing the documents on shelves by users are not encouraged as the documents may get misplaced. 
8. Readers should not mark, underline, write, or tear pages or otherwise damage the library documents. 
9. Readers are requested to handle all Library property carefully to avoid damage to it and also not to disturb other readers/users. 
10. Students can avail 5 books for 15 days loan period and 10 books for teaching faculty for a period of one semester and 3 books for admin. Staff for a period of one month. They must be returned on or before the last date stamped on the due date-slip. 
11. The borrower should check the physical status of the document before getting it issued. Any discrepancy should be brought to the notice of the Librarian before issuing. The borrower will be held responsible for any defect/damage found at the time of return of the document, if not recorded on it earlier, and will be liable to pay the penalty. 
12. Any document issued may be recalled by the Librarian before the due date of return without assigning any reason and the borrower has to abide by the decision. 
13. If a book is not returned within the loan period, the issue of documents may be stopped. 
14. Fine will be charged for late returning of Books 
15. Renewal of the same book is not permitted more than two times. 
16. Reference books, journals / periodicals, magazines/newspapers, CD-ROM databases and other documents declared “For Reference” will not be issued. 
17. A borrower is responsible for the safe custody and return of the documents borrowed from the Library. 
18. No Library material can be taken out of the Library without prior permission of the Librarian. 
19. The Internet Facility in the library is to be used for academic purposes only. 
20. Online Chatting in the Digital-Library is not permitted. Social networking sites are strictly prohibited. Strict disciplinary action will be taken against the defaulters. 
21. Changing the settings and display of the Computers kept in the Library is not permitted. 
22. Anyone who violates the rules and regulations of the Library may be restricted from using the Library facilities or other punishments. 
23. The Library membership may be  suspended / cancelled for any inordinate /unwarranted / illegal behavior of a member.
24. Suggestions on all aspects of library services are welcome. 

Digital Library

It was initially supported by the National Information System for Science and Technology (NISSAT), Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Government of India. It was subsequently supported by the National Informatics Centre, Department of Information Technology, Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Government of India and the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Visit : https://delnet.in/

SWAYAM is a programme initiated by Government of India and designed to achieve the three cardinal principles Of Education Policy viz., access, equity and quality. The objective of this effort is to take the best teaching learning resources to all, including the most disadvantaged. SWAYAM seeks to bridge the digital divide for students who have hitherto remained untouched by the digital revolution and have not been able to join the mainstream of the knowledge economy. Visit : https://swayam.gov.in/

J-Gate functions as an electronic gateway access to a vast array of e-journal content worldwide. Initially introduced in 2001 by Informatics India. It provides means of access to global literature in scholarly and research journals. Accessing full-text of about 1,000+ free journals available online. J-Gate links to full-text of more than 100,000 currently published articles since 2001, which are freely available. Visit : https://jgatenext.com//

Knimbus e-library is a cloud based digital library platform that provides seamless access to a wide range of e- resources subscribed by Carmel College of Engineering & Technology (CCET). It enables off-campus accessibility, allowing users to remotely explore academic and research materials anytime anywhere and Mobile access via Knimbus mLibrary App. Visit : http://knimbus.com

National Digital Library of India (NDLI) is a virtual repository of learning resources which is not just a repository with search/browse facilities but provides a host of services for the learner community. It is sponsored and mentored by Ministry of Education, Government of India, through its National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT). To facilitate researchers to perform inter-linked exploration from multiple sources. It is developed, operated and maintained from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. Visit : https://www.ndl.iitkgp.ac.in/

NPTEL (National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning), is a joint venture of the IITs and IISc, funded by the Ministry of Education (Moe) Government of India, and was launched in 2003. Initially started as a project to take quality education to all corners of the country, NPTEL now offers close to 600+ courses for certification every semester in about 22 disciplines. Visit : https://nptel.ac.in/

Central Library

Library Working Hours

Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 6.00 pm.
Saturday 8.30 am to 4.00 pm.

Library Contact Us

Email
library@carmelcet.in
Address
Librarian
Knowledge Centre @ Carmel
Carmel College of Engineering & Technology,
Punnapra PO.
Alappuzha PIN - 688 004. Kerala., India
Mobile: 0477 2287248, 2287240
8330807240