Published February 16, 2025 | Version Research article
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A Study on Performance Evaluation of Library Professionals in Engineering Colleges Affiliated To Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Karnataka

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  • 1. Dept. of Library and Information Science Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta
  • 2. Dept. of Library and Information Science Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta, Shivamogga-577451

Contributors

  • 1. Dept. of Library and Information Science Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta Shivamogga-577451
  • 2. Dept. of Library and Information Science Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta, Shivamogga-577451

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The main objective of this study is the performance evaluation of library professionals working at engineering colleges affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Karnataka. The study emphasised factors influencing the performance of library professionals at their workplaces. The study results reveal that management's vision for improvement towards the library, adequate infrastructure, and sufficient allocation of the library budget influence the performance of librarians.

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