British Council is offering exclusive discounted annual library memberships for college students. This offer is valid from 1 August 2025 to 31 August 2025, to help students succeed in their studies and enjoy learning beyond the classroom. Being a student means juggling tight schedules and tight budgets. That’s why we’ve made it easier and more affordable, to access amazing resources for both their academic and personal growth.
1. Our Physical Library is more than just books—it's a chill, creative space to study, hang out, and connect with others.
Physical Library entitlements and highlights
- Borrow up to six books from the adult reading section.
- Access our complete Digital Library, including E-Resources, E-Journals, E-Books, E-Magazines, E-Newspapers, E-Learning, for adults and children. You can also watch music documentaries and live concerts online.
- Access for one person.
- Events - Invitation to free programming like Culture Fridays events like movie clubs and book clubs, author talks as well as arts and cultural programmes.
Special discounted fee for one year – INR 2000 (original fee INR 3000 in Kolkata and Chennai and INR 4000 in New Delhi) . This membership also includes digital access.
2. Our Digital Library puts a world of knowledge and entertainment right in your pocket.
Digital Library Highlights:
- E-Journals: Access academic journals via JSTOR and EBSCO
- E-Books & Audiobooks: Explore thousands of academic titles and fiction
- E-Magazines: Read top UK magazines including The Economist and Harvard Business Review
- Movies: Stream 8000+ award-winning films, shorts, and documentaries
- E-Newspapers: Stay informed with newspapers from over 100 countries
- Digital events like Author Talks and Book Clubs.
Special discounted fee for one year– INR 1200 (original fee INR 2000).
Students must present their ID cards in person at any of our customer service counters located in Delhi, Chennai, or Kolkata between 1st and 31st August 2025 to avail this offer.
For any queries please write to Indialibraries@britishcouncil.org
Sign up today and unlock a world of knowledge—on campus, at home, or on the go.