Library Timings

Monday - Friday: 09.30 - 24.00 hrs
Sat. & Sun.: 11.00 - 24.00 hrs

Transaction Time

Monday - Friday: 09.30 - 20.00 hrs
Sat. & Sun.: 11.00 - 20.00 hrs

Electronic Collection

  • 14000+   eBooks
  • 15600+   Full-Text eJournals
  • 10+   eDatabases
  • 117+   CDs
  • 919+   Microforms (Microfilms & Microfiches)

Print Collection

  • 45000+  Print Books
  • 20000+  Back Volumes of Print Journals
  • 114+   Print Journals
  • 8000+   Student Reports
  • 34+  FPRM Thesis
  • 8+   Newspapers

Empowering Knowledge, Enriching Research

The Ravi J. Matthai Library at the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA), which was established as the “Tribhuvan” Sahkari University (TSU) on 6th April 2025, is a premier knowledge hub, supporting academic excellence, research, consultancy and training in rural sector management.

The library is named after Prof. Ravi J. Matthai, one of the founding members of IRMA, the library was formally inaugurated by the then Prime Minister of India, Late Shri Rajiv Gandhi, on March 22, 1986.

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A Legacy of Learning & Innovation

Our library stands as one of the most resourceful academic libraries in India, offering an extensive collection tailored to the dynamic needs of faculty, students, and researchers. With evolving socio-economic landscapes, policy frameworks, and institutional changes, the library plays a crucial role in facilitating cutting-edge research and knowledge dissemination. Complementing its extensive physical collection, this e-Library provides seamless, instant access to a vast array of digital resources—all in one place—ensuring knowledge is always within reach.

Electronic Resources

Electronic Journals

Proquest one Business

EBSCO

JSTOR

Individual Online Journals

ONOS [One Nation One Subscription]

Electronic Databases

Statista

Indiastat.com

India Time Series

CMIE States of India (SOI)

CMIE Economic Outlook (EO)

CMIE Prowess

SCOPUS

Passport by Euromonitor

News Paper

The Hindu Group- Digital Product Suite

Digital Repository IRMA

Access a rich collection of resources from globally renowned publishers, ensuring high-quality academic and research materials that empower scholars with authoritative content across diverse disciplines. You may also take more information on eResources and eDatabases from our existing library portal:

http://repository.irma.ac.in/

Training Videos

Library Services

Services offered by RJML

Library Facilities

Facilities Offered by RJML

Wi-Fi

Research Cubicles

Lounge Area

Drinking Water

CCTV

Air Conditioned Reading Hall

Silent Study Area

Computer Terminals for Browsing

Reprography and Scanning

What People Say about RJML

“Both the collections and services at RJML stand out for their exceptional diversity and quality. I particularly enjoy reading the Weekly Digest shared by the RJML team”.

Prof. Preeti Priya,

IRMA

“RJML has been an incredible support for my research and teaching! It offers easy access to academic journals and industry reports, and its ever-evolving digital resources truly enrich and elevate the quality of scholarly work”.

Prof. Lakshmi Padmakumari

IRMA

“The entire team is extremely responsive to the faculty's needs. Every time I needed a book or any other material, Dr. Saurabh and the team ensured that the material was delivered promptly. This is the best library team I have come across”.

Prof. Atma Prakash Ojha

IRMA

“The library offers me a calm and focused environment, ideal for my research pursuits. The staff’s proactive efforts in providing relevant and up-to-date resources further enhance the experience”.

Salil Sharma

Fellow Participant, IRMA

"This library exceeded my expectations. Its knowledge resources can support colleges in developing rural initiatives, making it one of the best for rural development."

Shri Kenichiro Toyofuku

Director (Sustainability), MSIL

Our Staff

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Dr. Saurabh Prajapati

Librarian

RJML - Administration

Saurabh@irma.ac.in

(02692) 221671

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Nishat Kazi

Officer (Library)

Print / Elec. Resources Division

nishat@irma.ac.in

(02692) 221672

team member

Shakti Kumar

Senior Executive (Library)

Acquisition and TAU

shakti@irma.ac.in

(02692) 221927

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Dipak Chavda

Library Attendant

Library House Keeping

drc@irma.ac.in

(02692) 221674

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Vrunda Patel

Office Assistant (Library)

Circulation Section

vrunda@irma.ac.in

(02692) 221674

Proquest one Business

Welcome to ProQuest Business!

ProQuest Business is a comprehensive business research platform designed to support students, researchers, educators, and professionals with access to authoritative business and economic information from around the world.

Bringing together thousands of full-text journals, trade publications, dissertations, market reports, company profiles, industry analyses, and news sources, ProQuest Business provides a rich foundation for academic study and strategic decision-making. Users can explore content spanning management, finance, marketing, entrepreneurship, accounting, economics, and emerging business trends.

The platform offers access to valuable business intelligence resources, including company and industry reports, country profiles, SWOT analyses, market research publications, and leading business newspapers and magazines. Its extensive collection enables users to gain deeper insights into competitive landscapes, economic developments, and organizational strategies.

With advanced search capabilities and a vast repository of scholarly and professional content, ProQuest Business helps users discover relevant research quickly and efficiently. Whether conducting academic research, analyzing market opportunities, or staying informed about industry developments, the platform delivers trusted information to support informed decisions.

Unlock a world of business knowledge and research excellence with ProQuest Business. Explore authoritative content, uncover valuable insights, and stay ahead of evolving trends through a platform built to empower learning, innovation, and professional growth.

EBSCO

Explore a Wealth of Knowledge with EBSCOhost!

EBSCO Business Source Complete

Business Source Complete is the world's definitive scholarly business database, providing the leading collection of bibliographic and full text journals. As part of the comprehensive coverage offered by this database, indexing and abstracts for the most important scholarly business journals back as far as (1911) are included. In addition, searchable cited references are provided for more than (4500+) journals. Business Source Complete also offers a comprehensive collection of non-journal content, including over 15,000 company profiles, 14,000 industry reports, 5,000 SWOT analyses, 2,000 market research reports, and 1,000 country reports. Additionally, it provides thousands of case studies designed to support users in achieving academic excellence by providing practical insights and real world examples. This database is designed to assist users in achieving academic excellence by offering in-depth and reliable information.

EBSCO Environment Complete

Environment Complete is a leading full-text database for environmental studies. It provides hundreds of top environment journals covering ecosystem ecology, energy, environmental policy, sustainability and other related subjects. Environment Complete contains more than 2.4 million records from over 2,200 domestic and international titles going back to (1911) (including over 1,350 active core titles) as well as more than 190 monographs. The database also contains full text for more than (1530+) journals.

EBSCO eBook Collection - eBook Business Core

Access (12500+) full text of eBooks through EBSCOhost Platform.

ONOS [One Nation One Subscription]

The One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) initiative is a central government program designed to brings world-class scholarly literature directly to our institutional community. It hosts a massive digital library of over 13,000 scholarly journals and databases from 30 major global publishers, covering all academic disciplines

Statista

Statista campus license consolidates over 1 million statistical data on over 80,000 topics from more than 22,500 sources. Apart from this, Statista is a great source for premium reports & studies, business cities report, country economic reports and more valuable information as mentioned below.

You may access the following contents through RJML:

  • More than 1.5 million statistics on economics, market, industry, and countries
  • Over 80,000 topics in 177 multidisciplinary categories
  • More than 7,000 Statista Dossiers and Industry Reports
  • 41,000 studies & reports from third parties
  • Over 200,000 Market forecasts covering 40 countries.
  • Over 16,000 Infographics (examples can be seen on: Forbes, WSJ, Financial Times, etc…)
  • Market forecasts and expert tools to deepen your research.

Indiastat.com

Indiastat.com is a valuable resource for Indian socio-economic data and information. It compiles statistics from reliable sources, covering India's 31 states, 19 sectors, and 6 geographical regions. Within huge database of www.indiastat.com a user at IRMA can surf through over a million data tables containing statistical data and useful information on India. These data tables can either be viewed or downloaded in MS-Excel, MS-Word or HTML formats.

EPWRF India Times Series

An online database on the Indian economy and society, provides a wide range of India’s macroeconomic, financial and social sector indicators in a time series format. The database focuses on systematic compilation and dissemination of consistent, current, and past data in a structured time-series format and is updated timely. The compiled data sets are structured in different subject modules titled: National Accounts Statistics of India, Domestic Product of States of India, Price Indices, Consumption Expenditure Statistics, Household Assets and Liabilities Statistics, Employment Statistics, Labour Statistics, Economic Census, Agricultural Statistics, Situation Assessment of Agricultural Households, Landholding and Livestock Statistics, Wage Rates in Rural India, Agricultural Wages in India, Annual Survey of Industries, Industrial Production Series, External Sector, Monetary Statistics, Financial Markets, Banking, Microfinance and Insurance Statistics, Finances of the Government of India, State Governments and Combined Government Finances, Health Statistics, National Family Health Survey, Educational Statistics, Environment Statistics, Rainfall Statistics of India etc.

CMIE States of India (SOI)

The States of India service provides statistics, official documents of state governments, comments of CMIE analysts on the data and CMIE forecasts on states of India. The statistics are sourced from official documents and from CMIE's own monitoring machinery. These are presented in well-formatted tabulations, which are updated regularly. The service also provides scanned copies of the original official documents, such as the Statistical Abstracts. Through this portal, IRMA library users can access:

  • Inter-state and inter-district comparison possible on various socio-economic indicators
  • Coverage of 46 States & UTs 1,097 Districts since 1970. 85 million time-series.
  • Coverage of Macro-Economics, Sectoral, and Socio-Economics.
  • Data around the History of its geography.
  • Fast-frequency series in the States of India.
  • District-level data on SDP, Banking, Agriculture, Investments, Population, and Education.
  • 164+ sources and their documents.
  • Geographical Timeline helps you understand changes in geography

CMIE Economic Outlook (EO)

Economic Outlook provides forecasts on growth, inflation, fiscal balance, balance of payments, corporate earnings and a host of sectoral indicators. It provides its analytical view explaining these forecasts. Economic Outlook is backed by a huge depository of historical and continuously updated data as follows:

  • 3.2 million time-series data
  • Coverage of Macro-Economics, Sectoral, Business, and Socio-Economic indicators
  • Monthly reviews on Macro-economic, Financial Market, and Sectoral Performance and around 30 articles per month on Indian Economy
  • Daily analytical articles on trending topics.
  • Release calendar and Dashboard on Markets and Economy.
  • Forecasts on 8 quarters & 5 years.
  • Data and Analysis on CMIE’s proprietary data on Investments, Corporate Sector, Consumer Sentiments, Employment, etc.
  • Access to all official documents.

CMIE Prowess

Prowess is a database of the financial performance of Indian companies. Annual Reports of individual companies are the principal source of this database. The database covers listed and unlisted companies. Through IRMA Library, user can access:

  • 100000+ Companies including 104,000+ Private Limited Companies.
  • Tree-structure based 209 Industries classification.
  • 80 Query Triggers and 820+ Standardized Audited Financial Statements per company.
  • Data can be annualized to improve time-series analysis.
  • Company performance compared to peers and the industry benchmark.
  • Covers about 3,500 indicators per company and with a time-series of around 33 years
  • Annual reports of various years along with parts of annual reports available
  • More than 200 research papers published using Prowess data

SCOPUS (Abstract and Citation Database)

Unlock the world of research with Scopus! Our library provides access to this powerful abstract and citation database, empowering researchers, faculty, and students to discover cutting-edge research in their fields. Scopus indexes a vast collection of peer-reviewed literature, making it easy to find relevant articles, books, and conference proceedings. Use Scopus to stay ahead of the curve, inform your research, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge.

Passport by Euromonitor

Euromonitor International Passport is a global market research database providing a complete view of the global industry and economic landscape in more than 200 countries and territories.

Featuring 115 million internationally comparable statistics and 25,000 market research reports, Passport provides an understanding of consumer goods, business-to-business, and service industries, as well as country environments and consumer trends.

Industry Coverage: We cover 100+ Countries and provide sales data of the companies which are having more than 0.1% Market share.

Duration of the Data: From 2009 to the current year, Forecast for next 5 years.

JSTOR

JSTOR is a comprehensive digital library offering academic content across multiple disciplines and formats. Its extensive collections encompass top peer-reviewed scholarly journals, respected literary journals, academic monographs, research reports, and diverse primary sources. Featuring over 4,492+ journals from 1,000 publishers, JSTOR provides access to a wealth of scholarly resources.

These journals span from 1665 to 2023 (for certain titles), offering a historical perspective alongside contemporary insights. Covering more than 60 disciplines, JSTOR caters to scholars in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences and mathematics.

With its diverse range of content, users can explore various topics and conduct comprehensive research within their fields of interest. JSTOR serves as a valuable platform for researchers seeking reliable academic resources, facilitating scholarly inquiry and intellectual exploration.

The Hindu Group- Digital Product Suite

The Hindu Group – Digital Product Suite provides access to a comprehensive collection of premium digital content from The Hindu Group, supporting teaching, learning, research, and current awareness activities. The platform brings together trusted news sources, business publications, magazines, archives, and current affairs resources, making it an essential resource for students, researchers, faculty members, and professionals.

Users can access The Hindu and BusinessLine in both Digital and ePaper formats, along with renowned publications such as Frontline and Sportsstar. The collection also includes editorials, archives, multimedia content, and extensive coverage of national and international news, offering valuable insights into business, economy, public policy, governance, sports, and contemporary affairs.

With its authoritative journalism, in-depth analysis, and extensive archival content, The Hindu Group – Digital Product Suite serves as a valuable resource for academic research, classroom discussions, policy analysis, and staying informed about developments shaping India and the world.

Lending Services

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) provides efficient lending services to facilitate seamless access to knowledge resources for faculty, students, researchers, and staff.

Key Features:

  • Borrowing Privileges:   Library members can borrow books and other materials as per their membership category.
  • Loan Periods:   Different loan periods apply to faculty, students, and staff, ensuring fair access to resources.
  • Renewals:  Borrowed items can be renewed at the circulation desk, subject to availability.
  • Reservations & Holds:   Users can place a hold on books that are currently checked out. They will be notified once the book is available.
  • Overdue & Fines:  To encourage timely returns, overdue charges apply as per library policy.
  • Lost & Damaged Books:   Members are responsible for replacing or compensating for lost or damaged books.

Our lending services ensure equitable access to library materials, supporting academic and research needs effectively.

Conference Alert

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) keeps users informed about upcoming national or international conferences by regularly sharing curated alerts on relevant academic and research events.

Reference and Information Service

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) assists users by understanding their information needs and providing the most authentic and relevant reference materials. Our library professionals help address queries by offering accurate resources, research support, and guidance to ensure reliable access to information.

Thematic / Special Book Display

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) celebrates important days and organizes thematic book displays to showcase our collection on various subjects. These displays highlight relevant resources and create awareness among users, encouraging them to explore and engage with our diverse library holdings.

New Addition of Books

At Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML), we regularly update our collection to provide users with the latest academic and research resources. Each month, we prepare a New Arrivals List in PDF format, featuring bibliographical details and cover images of newly added books. This list is shared via email with all users to keep them informed about the latest additions. Additionally, newly acquired books are displayed in a designated section of the library for easy access. This service ensures that our users stay updated with the latest resources available at RJML.

Personalized Information Assistance

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) offers personalized assistance to faculty, students, and researchers in locating relevant information, accessing resources, and navigating databases. Our library professionals provide guidance on research queries, citation management, and literature searches, ensuring users get the most out of our collections and services.

Journal Table of Contents (ToC) Service

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) provides a Journal Table of Contents (ToC) Service exclusively for print journals. Users can opt-in by providing consent for the journals they wish to receive ToC pages for. Our library staff scan and share the ToC, and upon request, they can also provide a full scanned copy of specific articles from the respective journal.

Web OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) provides a Web OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) to help users quickly search, browse, and access the library's collection. This digital catalogue allows users to check book availability, location, and borrowing status, making resource discovery more convenient and efficient.

Reading Area

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) offers multiple dedicated reading areas integrated with book stacks, providing a quiet and comfortable environment for study and research. These spaces are designed to cater to different reading preferences, ensuring an ideal setting for focused learning and academic engagement.

Photocopy Service

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) provides photocopying facilities to support academic and research needs. Users can avail of this service to make copies of library materials, ensuring easy access to essential resources while adhering to copyright guidelines.

Special Issues of Journals

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) keeps users informed about special issues of journals that focus on specific themes or emerging research areas.

Inter-Library Loan (ILL) Service

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) provides an Inter-Library Loan (ILL) Service to help users access books that are not available in our collection. Through our network, including DELNET membership, we arrange books from other libraries on request. This service is completely free of cost, ensuring seamless access to essential academic resources.

Conducting Book Exhibitions

At RJML, we regularly organize book exhibitions by inviting world-class publishers and registered vendors to showcase their latest collections. These exhibitions provide faculty, students, and researchers with an opportunity to explore newly published books across various disciplines. We actively encourage our users to visit the exhibition and recommend books for the library’s collection, ensuring that our resources align with academic and research needs.

Document Delivery Service

The Document Delivery Service at Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) is one of our most widely used services. We assist users in obtaining journal articles, book chapters, and other research materials that are not available in our collection. This service is completely free of cost, ensuring seamless access to essential academic resources.

New Research Article Alert

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) keeps users updated on the latest research by sharing alerts on newly published articles in relevant subject areas. This service helps faculty, researchers, and students stay informed about recent advancements and emerging trends in their fields of interest.

Digital Library Service

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) provides a Digital Library Service through its Institutional Repository (IR), offering access to student reports and faculty publications. Currently, these resources are available exclusively on the intranet and available for reference purposes only.

Newspaper Clippings

The Newspaper Clippings Service at Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) is one of our most valued and widely used services. Our professional library staff meticulously scan both print and online newspapers, selecting the most relevant and insightful articles. A compiled collection of these clippings is then shared with all users in PDF format on a weekly basis, ensuring they stay informed about key developments, trends, and news related to their academic and research interests.

Information Literacy / Library Orientation Service

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) conducts Information Literacy and Library Orientation sessions to familiarize users with the library’s collection, services, and facilities. These sessions help faculty, students, and researchers navigate resources effectively, ensuring they make the most of what the library offers.

Remote Access to e-Resources (Off-Campus Access)

The Ravi J. Matthai Library (RJML) provides remote access to subscribed e-resources, databases, and digital collections, enabling users to access academic content from anywhere.