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ABOUT THE LIBRARY

Know Your Library

The Plateau State Polytechnic Library provides access to quality information resources, research support, modern learning facilities, and professional library services for students, staff, researchers, and other members of the Polytechnic community.

Library Overview

The Plateau State Polytechnic Main Library is located at the Main Campus in Heipang, Barkin Ladi. The Jos Campus also houses a branch library, ensuring convenient access to library services for students, faculty, and staff.

The library provides both physical and digital resources to support teaching, learning, research, and academic development across the Polytechnic.
LIBRARY AT A GLANCE

Our Facilities & Resources

Key figures highlighting the capacity and resources available to library users.

1,522

Seating Capacity

30

Study Cubicles

39,736

Books

75

E-Library PCs

Facilities

  • Comfortable reading areas for individual and group study.
  • Reference books, journals, periodicals, and academic resources.
  • Digital access to e-books, journals, and online databases.
  • Internet access and Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Audio-visual learning materials.

Library Services

  • Circulation Services
  • Book Borrowing & Returns
  • Reference Assistance
  • Research Support
  • Information Literacy Training

Library Units

  • Administration Unit
  • Circulation Unit
  • Cataloguing & Classification Unit
  • Serials & Reference Unit
  • E-Library Unit

Operating Hours

Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Operating hours may be subject to change during public holidays, examinations, or institutional activities.

Librarians & Staff

24
LIBRARY PROFESSIONALS & SUPPORT STAFF

Qualified librarians and support staff are available to assist users in accessing information resources, conducting research, and making effective use of library services.

Library Policies

Academic staff may borrow four books for four weeks. Students and non-academic staff may borrow two books for the approved loan period.

Users are encouraged to observe all library rules and return borrowed materials within the approved loan period.

Special Collections

Both libraries maintain special collections and archival resources dedicated to academic and historical materials.

Users may contact the library for assistance in locating specialised or archival materials.