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📚 Book Bank Facility for AY 2026–2027


Empowering Students with Easy Access to Learning Resources

The Learning and Information Resource Centre (LIRC), St. Francis Institute of Technology (Engineering College) is pleased to announce the Book Bank Facility for Academic Year 2026–2027.

The Book Bank Scheme enables students to borrow prescribed textbooks for the semester, ensuring access to essential learning resources while reducing the cost of purchasing textbooks. We encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this valuable facility and begin the semester well-prepared.


📚 Types of Book Bank

The Learning and Information Resource Centre offers the following Book Bank facilities to support the academic and career aspirations of SFIT students:

1. 📘 SFIT Book Bank

  • Open to all SFIT students.

  • Provides prescribed textbooks for the current academic year/semester.

  • Helps students access essential course material without the need to purchase textbooks.

2. 🎓 University of Mumbai Book Bank

  • Open to SC/ST/DT/NT students of SFIT.

  • Provides prescribed textbooks for the current academic year/semester.

  • Available as per the guidelines of the University of Mumbai.

3. 🚀 Competitive Exams Book Bank

  • Open to all SFIT students preparing for competitive examinations.

  • Includes books for examinations such as:

    • GATE

    • GRE

    • UPSC

    • CAT

    • IELTS

    • TOEFL

    • and other competitive examinations.

  • Supports students pursuing higher studies, government services, and career advancement.


📅 Book Collection Schedule

For S.E., T.E. & B.E. Students

Collection Period: 15 July – 31 July 2026

Collection Time:

  • 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM, or

  • 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM

For F.E. Students

The Book Bank Facility will commence after the allotment of the Permanent PID Number. The schedule will be announced separately.


📖 Important Information

  • Return Due Date: 15 January 2027 (Friday)

  • Late Fine: ₹1 per book per day

  • Eligibility: Valid SFIT Library Members only.

  • Books will be issued on a First-Come, First-Served Basis.


📚 Book Care Guidelines

Students are requested to take proper care of the books issued under the Book Bank Scheme.

  • ✔ Keep books clean and in good condition.

  • ✔ Cover books if required.

  • ❌ Do not write, underline, highlight, fold pages, or damage the books.

  • ⚠ Damaged books may attract a ₹100 penalty per book and/or the replacement cost of the book.


🌟 Why Use the Book Bank?

The Book Bank is more than a lending service—it's a learning support initiative that helps students succeed academically while reducing educational expenses.

Benefits

  • 📖 Easy access to prescribed textbooks.

  • 💰 Significant savings on textbook costs.

  • 🎓 Better preparation for lectures, practicals, assignments, and examinations.

  • 📚 Encourages regular reading and self-learning.

  • 🌱 Promotes responsible use and sharing of library resources.


📢 Visit the LIRC Today!

Don't miss this opportunity to make the most of the Library's resources.

Borrow early, study smart, and take one more step toward academic excellence.

Visit the Learning and Information Resource Centre (LIRC) and collect your Book Bank set today!

Happy Reading and Best Wishes for a Successful Academic Year! 📚✨

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