Our Libraries offers a wide range of services to support the academic and research needs of the Riphah community.

From physical resources to cutting-edge digital solutions, our services are designed to enhance learning and access to information.

Resource Access

• Subject Guides: Comprehensive online pages designed to assist with research and resource use - covering various subjects and multidisciplinary topics.
• Online Journals at One Place: Access thousands of journals through the Information Portal, saving time and effort.
• Book Bank: Borrow course materials for an entire semester or academic year.
• Bibliographic Services: Specialized support for acquisitions, cataloging, and periodical coordination to make resources easily accessible.
• Newspaper Database: Full-text access to articles from The News, Business Recorder, and Dawn since 2006.
• Interlibrary Loan: Borrow books from other Riphah libraries or external libraries.
• Riphah Research Repository (RRR): An archive of research output, including theses, journal papers, and conference proceedings.

Research Support

• Query Management System (QMS): For research questions or course-related inquiries, contact us through QMS for prompt responses.
• Citation Management Services: Training and advisory support for tools like EndNote and Mendeley to manage citations effectively.
• Information Literacy Enhancement Program (ILEP): Interactive training sessions to build research, study, and information skills.
• Reference Service: On-site Information Advisors provide personalized guidance for locating and using resources.
• Online Document Delivery: Quick access to reading materials through our digital delivery system.

Technology and Tools

• OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog): Search for books and materials across all Riphah libraries.
• Discovery Service: A single search interface to find books, journals, and other resources in one place.
• ITV (Information TV): A unique in-house TV channel for educational content and campus updates.
• Wi-Fi: All campuses are equipped with Wi-Fi to support research and academic work.

Facilities

• Group Study/Discussion Rooms: Available at the Main and City Campuses for collaborative learning and research.
• Scanning and Photocopying Services: Convenient services for students and faculty at all campuses.
• Student Alerts: Automated notifications for library users regarding OPAC activity.

Special Projects and Initiatives

• AAj Ki Baat: A daily educational project sharing religious, historical, and cultural insights through multimedia formats.
• Riphah in Media: A curated database of press clippings about Riphah International University.

With these services, Information Services Department (ISD) is committed to fostering a rich academic environment and supporting the Riphah community in achieving its educational and research goals.