The PGIAR Library is a vibrant learning hub that inspires students, researchers, and academics to explore the past through knowledge and discovery. With a rich collection of books, journals, and research materials in archaeology and related fields, the library supports academic excellence and independent learning. Whether you are preparing for lectures, conducting research, or expanding your understanding of heritage studies, the PGIAR Library provides a welcoming space to learn, read, and grow. 

Membership Information

The PGIAR Library offers membership facilities to internal and external users to support teaching, learning, and research in archaeology and related disciplines.

External Membership

University Academic Staff

Academic staff members of recognized universities may obtain library membership free of charge.

University Students

University students may obtain membership by:

• Paying Rs. 500 per month
  (Producing a letter of introduction attested by the Head of the relevant Department of their University)
  
  

Researchers

Researchers engaged in archaeological studies may obtain membership by:

• Paying Rs. 1,000 per month
  Membership must be renewed monthly Foreign Researchers

• Membership fee: Rs. 1,000 per day