Information Access and Usage Trends among Students of Rajasthan Technical University, Kota

Year : 2026 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 02 | Page : 27 38
    By

    Vineeta Chauhan,

  1. Assistant Librarian & In-charge, College of Dairy Science and Technology, Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner, Jaipur,, Rajasthan, India

Abstract

The rapid growth of information and communication technologies has significantly influenced the ways in which university students locate, access, and use academic information. The present study examines the information access patterns of students enrolled at Rajasthan Technical University (RTU), Kota, with a focus on the use of electronic resources, print-based collections, and available digital library services. The study aimed to identify the primary information sources favored by students, evaluate the level of electronic resource usage, investigate challenges encountered in information retrieval, and assess user satisfaction with current library services. The study’s main data came from a structured questionnaire sent to undergraduate and graduate students from a variety of academic fields. Descriptive statistical methods were used to look at the answers that were collected. The analysis shows that students mostly use electronic resources like online databases, e-journals, and web-based platforms because they are easy to find and cover a lot of ground. Printed books are still very important, especially for studying and reading deeply. Many of the people who answered the survey knew about the electronic resources that the Central Library subscribed to, but they couldn’t use them well because they didn’t have enough information literacy skills or training opportunities. Students said that common problems included having trouble connecting to the internet, not knowing how to use databases properly, and not knowing enough about sources of information that are specific to their field. The study emphasizes the need for regular user-orientation and training programmes, improved promotion of library resources, and strengthened ICT infrastructure. It also shows how important it is to have customized information literacy programs that help students go from just having access to information to using it in a way that is useful for school. The study’s results should help librarians, academic administrators, and policymakers improve library services and help students learn better in a world where learning is becoming more digital.

Keywords: Information-seeking behavior, electronic resources, university libraries, Rajasthan technical university, information use patterns, digital access

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Vineeta Chauhan. Information Access and Usage Trends among Students of Rajasthan Technical University, Kota. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2026; 13(02):27-38.
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Volume 13
Issue 02
Received 19/03/2026
Accepted 28/03/2026
Published 17/06/2026
Publication Time 90 Days
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