The Postgraduate Medical Institute (PGMI) Library is recognized as one of Pakistan’s premier health sciences libraries. As an academic cornerstone of PGMI, it provides postgraduate trainees, faculty, and researchers with extensive resources supporting education, clinical excellence, and advanced medical research.
Designed for a conducive academic environment, the library offers spacious reading halls, a dedicated female section, and digital learning facilities. With its large capacity and modern infrastructure, the library serves as a vibrant academic hub for medical professionals.
Comprehensive Resources:
- Thousands of books and e-books in medical and health sciences.
- Access to national and international print/digital journals.
- HEC Digital Library – world-class databases and journals.
- Institutional publications.
Learning Spaces & Sections:
- Main Hall: For general study and academic reading.
- Female Section: A separate, comfortable space for women.
- Internet/Reading Section: Equipped for digital learning and research.
Library Services:
- Circulation & reference assistance
- Current awareness & advisory services
- Printing, photocopying & scanning (reprographic services)
- Free Wi-Fi and digital access
Qualified Library Staff:
The PGMI Library is managed by professionals with Master’s, MPhil degrees, and PhD research scholars. They specialize in academic writing, research methods, scientific communication, and more.
Research Support Services:
- Topic selection & synopsis writing (PMDC, CPSP guidelines)
- Thesis/dissertation structuring & formatting
- Reference management (APA, Vancouver, Harvard)
- Proofreading, formatting & academic integrity guidance
- Scientific writing: abstract, methodology, results, discussion
- Journal selection & manuscript submission support
- Publication ethics & plagiarism checks
Membership Eligibility:
- Postgraduate medical trainees
- PGMI faculty/staff
- House officers.
Library Membership Fee:
Membership is available upon registration with a nominal fee of Rs. 1,000 (non-refundable) and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 5,000. Fees will be deposited through MCB Bank (HMC,PDA Branch).
Library Timings:
- Monday – Saturday: 08:00 AM – 11:00 PM (November-April)
- Monday – Saturday: 08:00 AM – 12:00 PM (May-October)
- Friday Prayer Break: 12:00 Noon – 2:00 PM
- Closed: Sundays and Public Holidays
Contact Information:
PGMI Library, Hayatabad, Phase-IV, Peshawar
📞 Phone: 091-9217529
📧 Email: librarypgmi@gmail.com
