Nalanda University Infrastructure: Library, Auditorium, Cafeteria & Other Facilities

Somya Jain

Nalanda University offers modern amenities to students for a better learning experience. The campus is equipped with a library, shuttle service, medical facilities, etc. More details regarding the Nalanda University infrastructure are given below.

• Library
• Cafeteria
• Laboratory
• Medical Facilities
• Dining Facilities 
• International Convention Centre 
• Residence Hall
• Shuttle Service

Library: The Nalanda University library is air-conditioned with high-speed internet access. It is entirely automated using KOHA ILM software, and students have access to lockers. The library services are designed to assist students with their academics and research. (The amenities are primarily for people with University IDs to utilise.) All visitors to the Nalanda University library must follow the university library's laws and regulations, which are outlined in the library rule book.

Cafeteria: The cafeteria is located in the main building and offers students a quick bite to eat in between sessions. It serves delicious and nutritious food. The cafeteria is open from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 7 pm.

Laboratory: The campus has a well-equipped laboratory for students.

Medical Facilities: The Nalanda University operates a five-bed primary health care centre and mini-hospital on campus. Students, teachers, and employees have access to the health care centre's services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In addition to regular visits by specialists, the centre has the services of resident doctors and nurses. X-ray, pathology laboratory, pharmacy, and ambulance services are also available.

Dining Facilities: The residence hall dining room provides a well-balanced meal for its students, considering their diverse cultural backgrounds and eating habits.

International Convention Centre: The Nalanda University facilities include the International Convention Centre, an outstanding facility comprising auditoriums of various sizes, lecture rooms, an art gallery, a film theatre, and a canteen.

Residence Hall: The university has residence halls located throughout Rajgir. The Nalanda University hostel offers required facilities to students.

Shuttle Service: A shuttle service is offered to all community members from the interim campus to the residence halls. It allows students to go from campus to Patna and Gaya on the first and third Saturdays of each month, respectively. These services, however, are not available over the holidays.