25, June 2025

ICT Skills among College Librarians in Mumbai Region

VOLUME-11; ISSUE-6; JUNE-2025

Author(s): Mr. Dhanaji Namdeo Lavate . Dr. Anil Rambahu Kaldate

Authors Affiliations:

Librarian, Public Night Degree College Santacruz ‘ Mumbai

Librarian     Shri Krishna Mahavidyalay, Gunjoti, Dharashiv

DOIs:10.2015/IJIRMF/202506027     |     Paper ID: IJIRMF202506027


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The rapid advancement of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has transformed the role of librarians from traditional custodians of books to facilitators of digital knowledge. This study explores the ICT skills among librarians, assessing their competency levels, challenges faced, and the impact of ICT proficiency on library services. Through surveys and data analysis, the study identifies key ICT skills such as digital resource management, online cataloguing, database navigation, and the use of library automation software. Findings reveal that while many librarians possess basic ICT skills, gaps remain in areas such as digital preservation, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. The study highlights the need for continuous training programs, institutional support, and policy frameworks to enhance ICT literacy among librarians.
Information communication Technology (ICT), Digital Library, Library automation, training

Mr. Dhanaji Namdeo Lavate , Dr. Anil Rambahu Kaldate (2025); ICT Skills among College Librarian in Mumbai Region, International Journal for Innovative Research in Multidisciplinary Field, ISSN(O): 2455-0620, Vol-11, Issue-6, Pp.202-206.         Available on –   https://www.ijirmf.com/

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