Terms & Conditions

1. Library Timings

• Library operating hours are 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
• The library is open 7 days a week.

2. Public Holidays

• The library may remain closed on certain public holidays or special occasions, including but not limited to Republic Day, Holi, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti, Diwali, and other notified holidays.
• Members will be informed in advance whenever possible.

3. Maintain Silence

• The main study area is a Silent Zone.
• Talking, phone calls, playing audio without earphones, or any activity that disturbs other members is strictly prohibited.
• If you need to attend a phone call or have a discussion, please use the GD (Group Discussion) Room.

4. Food & Cleanliness

• Lunch or full meals are not permitted in the main study area. Members may use the GD Room for meals.
• Non-vegetarian food is strictly prohibited anywhere within the library premises.
• Members must maintain cleanliness and dispose of waste responsibly.
• Please help keep the library neat and hygienic for everyone's comfort.

5. Respect for Fellow Members

• Every member is expected to behave respectfully towards fellow members and library staff.
• Any behaviour that causes inconvenience, discomfort, harassment, or disturbance to others will be considered a violation of library policy.

6. Membership & Refund Policy

• Membership fees are non-refundable.
• If a member voluntarily discontinues their membership before its expiry, no refund or adjustment of the remaining membership fee will be provided.

7. Violations & Disciplinary Action

• The library management reserves the right to issue warnings, suspend access, or revoke the membership of any member found violating these rules.
• If a membership is revoked due to misconduct or breach of library policy, any refund of the remaining membership fee shall be solely at the discretion of the library management.

8. Library Property

• Members are expected to use all furniture, equipment, and facilities responsibly.
• Any intentional damage to library property may result in disciplinary action and recovery of repair or replacement costs.

9. Personal Belongings

• Members are responsible for the safety of their own belongings.
• TBS Library shall not be responsible for any loss, theft, or damage to personal items.

10. Seat Allotment

• Seats allotted by the library are reserved for the registered member only.
• Sharing, exchanging, or transferring seats without prior approval from the management is not permitted.

11. Prohibited Activities

The following are strictly prohibited within the library premises:

• Smoking, vaping, or consumption of tobacco products.
• Consumption of alcohol or use of illegal drugs.
• Entry under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Gambling or any unlawful activity.
• Any form of abusive, threatening, discriminatory, or inappropriate behaviour towards staff or fellow members.

12. General Conduct

• Members must comply with all instructions issued by the library staff.
• The library management reserves the right to refuse entry or ask any member to leave the premises if their conduct is deemed disruptive or inappropriate.
• Members are expected to cooperate with staff to maintain a safe, peaceful, and productive study environment.

13. Amendments

• TBS Library reserves the right to modify, update, or add to these terms and conditions at any time.
• Any changes will be communicated to members through appropriate channels.

14. Final Authority

• The interpretation and enforcement of these rules shall rest solely with the management of TBS Library.
• The decision of the library management in matters relating to these policies shall be final.

15. Fee Receipts

• Members must obtain a fee payment receipt for every payment made to the library and retain it safely for future reference.
• A fee receipt shall be considered valid only if it bears the signature of an authorised representative of TBS Library.
• In case of any discrepancy regarding payments or membership, members may be required to produce the original valid receipt as proof of payment.