PMML Library

A specialised research and reference centre on colonial and post-colonial India with books, journals, photographs, microfilms and microfiche.

Browse by title, author, subject, or keyword. Advanced filters available in the OPAC.

Our Collections

What We Hold

Books & Monographs

80,000+ titles

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Rare Books

Rare & out-of-print editions — special access required

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Periodicals & Journals

Indian and international journals and magazines

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Digital Resources

E-books, research papers, online databases

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Online Catalogue

Access the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC)

The PMML OPAC provides comprehensive search across all physical and digital holdings. Search by author, title, subject, publication year, or classification number. Available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Opens in a new tab — hosted on the PMML intranet portal.

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Services

What We Offer

Membership

Open to researchers, scholars and the general public.
Annual membership from ₹500.
Apply in person or by email.

Reading Room

Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Closed on national holidays.
Personal laptops permitted; bags to be deposited.

Document Delivery

Photocopy and scan-on-demand service.
Digital delivery for registered members.
Processing time: 2–3 working days.

Become a Library Member

Get full reading-room access, document delivery, and priority reservations.

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