STATUS OF LIBRARY AUTOMATION AND ICT INFRASTRUCTURE IN PRIVATE AIDED FIRST GRADE COLLEGE LIBRARIES IN BANGALORE CITY

Purpose: The intention of this research paper is to study the status of Library Automation in 23 Private Aided First Grade Colleges in Bangalore City, by collecting data on Library Automation, Library Management Software being used, availability of ICT infrastructure and concern problems. Methodology: A Structured questionnaire, observation and interview were used as tools for the data collection from selected Findings: Majority of the Private Aided First Grade Colleges are undergone NAAC accreditation and accredited colleges are automated using licensed software. Majority of the college libraries are facing the difficulties in lack of funds, skilled staff, and infrastructure. Originality / Value – This study was conducted on Government First Grade College Libraries in Bangalore City but none have surveyed the status of library automation and ICTs in Private aided Colleges in Bangalore Cit. This paper provides statistical data on current status of library automation, types of Library Management software used and its ICTs infrastructure availability. This study also provides statistical data on current status of library automation, type of library software used.