# Kalaignar Centenary Library, Madurai: frequently asked questions

Timings, membership fees, floors, parking and hall rental for the Kalaignar Centenary Library (Puthu Natham Road, Madurai). Facts are taken from the library's official website and were last checked on 13 November 2026.

Page: https://library.maduraione.in/faq

## What are the opening hours of the Kalaignar Centenary Library, Madurai?

The working hours are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The official holiday list is: Pongal, Republic Day, Tamil New Year Day, Ramzan, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanthi, Diwali and Christmas.

## Where is the Kalaignar Centenary Library and how do I contact it?

Kalaignar Centenary Library, Puthu Natham Road, Reserve Line, Madurai 625002, Tamil Nadu. Phone 0452-2535400. Email kclmdu@gmail.com.

## Do I need a membership to enter or read books at the library?

A membership is needed to borrow books to take home. Visitors report that entering and reading inside needs no membership or fee; the official website lists no entry fee.

## What are the membership fees?

Individual: ₹250 membership fee plus ₹100 annual fee, ₹350 in total; Family (2 adults and 2 children): ₹500 membership fee plus ₹200 annual fee, ₹700 in total; Student (school or college): ₹150 membership fee plus ₹75 annual fee, ₹225 in total; Senior citizen (above 60): ₹100 membership fee plus ₹50 annual fee, ₹150 in total.

## How do I become a member, and which documents are needed?

Fill in the application form and enrol in person at the membership section between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Bring a passport-size photograph and a copy of a government-recognised photo ID proof with your address.

## Is there membership for schools, colleges and offices?

Government schools, colleges and offices pay no fee. Private schools, colleges and offices pay a membership fee of ₹1,500 and an annual fee of ₹500.

## Which floor has which section?

Basement: vehicle parking. Ground floor: art gallery, Braille section, conference hall, multipurpose hall, property counter. First floor: Kalaignar section, children's section, children's theatre, kids science park, own-book section. Second floor: Tamil section, newspapers and periodicals. Third floor: English section. Fourth floor: competitive exam books. Fifth floor: e-library and multimedia section.

## Where are the Tamil, English and competitive exam books?

Tamil books are on the second floor, English books on the third floor and competitive exam books on the fourth floor.

## Is parking available, and is the library accessible?

The library has vehicle parking in the basement. The official site describes the building as suitable for differently-abled persons, and the ground floor has a Braille section.

## How much does it cost to rent a hall at the Kalaignar Centenary Library?

Multipurpose hall: ₹17,000, capacity 175 people. Conference hall: ₹63,000, capacity 510 people. Both are on the ground floor with a sound system and free parking. Rent excludes 18% GST; electricity is charged by metered use. A 60% discount applies to education, culture, heritage and book publishing events. The booking period for the listed rent is not stated on the official page, so confirm with the library on 0452-2535400.

## How can I check if a book is available before I visit?

Search the catalogue by title, author, ISBN or barcode in Tamil or English. Each result shows how many copies are available, which are on loan, and the floor and call number.

## Can I bring my own books, notes or a laptop?

Unofficial, from visitor reports. The official sections page lists an own-book section on the first floor. Visitors say personal printed books are not allowed in most other reading areas, and that laptops and tablets are commonly used on the third and fourth floors. Bags go to the property counter on the ground floor.

## Is there Wi-Fi, a photocopier or a canteen?

Unofficial, from visitor reports. Visitors mention free Wi-Fi that can be slow at busy times, a small canteen, and no photocopy service for reference books. The official site does not list these.

## Does the library hold events, workshops or film screenings?

The library lists an Events page on its official website. Visitors also mention a weekly Sunday film club in the ground floor multipurpose hall and kids' activity sessions; check the official page for current dates.

## Tips from visitors (unofficial)

Bags are handed in at the property counter on the ground floor. Visitors report photography inside is not allowed, that adults without a child may not be admitted to the children's section, and that mornings are busy with competitive exam students. These are unofficial and not confirmed by the library.

## How big is the library?

The library stands on 3.8 acres with 2.16 lakh square feet of building area over a basement, ground floor and six floors, and holds about 3.64 lakh books.

Last checked against the official website: 13 November 2026. https://kalaignarcentenarylibrary.tn.gov.in
This is an unofficial guide and not run by the library. Always confirm details with the library before you travel or pay.