Parul Institute of Library and Information Science, Vadodara Facilities Details: Hostel, Campus, Infrastructure, Library, Canteen

The Library is the heart of an educational institution. Our library fosters the pursuit of academic excellence. The library has a huge collection of books. More than 143950+ books, 447+ Periodicals, Journals, and Magazines, and more than 8582 CDs/DVDs/Floppies on various subjects such as Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Homoeopathy, Physiotherapy Science, Commerce, Arts, Social Work, Medical, Paramedical, Law, Vocational Education, Computer Science, etc., more than 185 Indian Standards Codes, more than 3311 Bound Periodicals (Back volumes of Useful Journals), 2385+ Dissertation and Thesis and 20 Newspapers are regularly subscribed by the various libraries of the Parul University.

The college has a departmental-based laboratory facility for the students.

The College is having a lavish auditorium possessing over 600 sqm carpet area and a seating capacity of 420. It is centrally air-conditioned and equipped with incandescent lights, good acoustics, audio-visual aids such as microphones, audio/video recording, video playback, slide projector, cue light system, audio/video feeds for camera crews, fixed talkback facility, additional talkback, headsets, video tripod, etc. Moreover, there are 6 seminar halls having varied seating capacities of 50 to 175. These facilities cater to multiple uses such as meetings of students and faculty members, convocations, presentations, short-term training programs, workshops, conferences, expert/guest lectures, cultural activities, celebrations, functions, gatherings, etc.

Hygienic, Homely, and Healthy Food for all students and scholars is the topmost priority for the management of Parul University. All our hostels have spacious dining halls and messes that serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner as per the daily menu with a special diet on Sundays. Moreover, there are Food Courts and College Canteens where the students can go for tea, coffee, cold drinks, ice cream, snacks, and different varieties of food throughout the day. We also have Nescafe outlets on campus for students and staff.

350 bedded Parul Sevashram Hospital and 250-bedded Parul Ayurveda Hospital are operational 24×7 on campus and students have full access to all the healthcare facilities including emergency medical care. Hospitals are equipped with all Clinical Departments, Advanced Radiology and Pathology departments, 20 bedded Intensive Care Units, Operation Theatres, Dialysis Units, Physiotherapy Units, and special neurological units.

System Support Cell provides access to technological resources on campus through a variety of computer labs, classrooms, and IT offices. The world-class infrastructure created on the campus provides an ambiance conducive to stimulating learning. The architecture, the classrooms, the library, the computing facilities, and the research centers, all blend to provide a holistic learning environment. A state-of-the-art computer network with an adequate number of nodes connects all the members of the Institute community with each other. This network has a fiber optics backbone with one or more fiber segments reaching every building on the campus.

The Fitness Center of Parul University has a Modern Gymnasium and Aerobics Arena spread over an area of more than 5000 square feet with sophisticated equipment, a steam bath, sauna bath, hot showers, and changing area. A team of Qualified and Highly Experienced Fitness Trainers guides students at the gymnasium as well as for aerobics. A full-time dietician and nutritionist are also available at the fitness center for counseling the students on a healthy and nutritious diet plan.

Since the inception of Parul University, students have been encouraged to participate in various indoor and outdoor sports activities throughout the year. Facilities such as Cricket Ground, Basketball court, Volleyball Court, Hand Ball Court, Badminton court, Football Field, Table Tennis, Chess, Carom, etc are available for the students on campus. Our students have brought laurels by winning many intercollege sports tournaments under the guidance of a dedicated team of Physical Instructors. Annual indoor and outdoor activities/competitions within the university are also organized to provide a strong platform for our students to showcase their sporting abilities.

The College has established an in-house residential complex with separate provisions for boys with a capacity of accommodating 7000+ students. All hostels have 24-hour water (timely hot water in winter), electric supply, WiFi, etc. On-campus amenities such as Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Open Air Theatre, Banking Service, and Hospital are also available to the students. Separate hostel blocks for NRIs and International students equipped with Air conditioners and other modern facilities are also available. There are Five Messes on campus that serve nutritious Breakfast, Lunch, High Tea, and Dinner to the hostel residents.

The College has established an in-house residential complex with separate provisions for girls with a capacity of accommodating 7000+ students. All hostels have 24-hour water (timely hot water in winter), electric supply, WiFi, etc. On-campus amenities such as Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Open Air Theatre, Banking Service, and Hospital are also available to the students. Separate hostel blocks for NRIs and International students equipped with Air conditioners and other modern facilities are also available. There are Five Messes on campus that serve nutritious Breakfast, Lunch, High Tea, and Dinner to the hostel residents.

Parul University has CBS branches of three renowned banks; Central Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, and DCB. 24 hours banking facility through ATMs is available for all three banks apart from the regular services and quick educational loan processing.

Over 4000 students and 1000 staff members residing in various regions of Vadodara city safely and comfortably commute every day to Parul University by 63 buses and 20 passenger vans. Daily Bus facilities from cities near Vadodara such as Anand, Nadiad, Ahmedabad, Karjan, and Bharuch are also available to students and staff members. Our Bus drivers are highly experienced and are licensed by the RTO to drive college buses to ensure the safety of both the students and staff members.

A swimming pool with a qualified trainer is also available on campus for the students.

The college has a Wi-Fi facility for the students and staff.