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Max Mueller Bhavan | India New Delhi

Library

Diverse. Accessible to all.

At our library, get access to hundreds of print and electronic reference and language resources, browse through the internet, unwind with our Playstation games, or attend one of the library’s many events. Welcome to the library of the Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan New Delhi!


Library New Delhi © Goethe-Institut

Library Service Updates

Kindly review our library calendar for the latest information on library opening and closing.

Regular opening hours:
9:30 am - 6:00 pm (Tuesday-Saturday)
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Sunday)

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books and media

BibToGo

BibToGo

BibToGo is the Goethe-Institut library app.

BibToGo is the Goethe-Institut library app. It is also your personal library account. It gives you access to our media and services whenever you need them.

It is also your personal library account. It gives you access to our media and services whenever you need them.

Our Offers

Reading Club in German Language

Are you interested in current literature from German-speaking countries and are looking for reading suggestions? You are welcome in our reading club WortWechsel!

Virtual Reality

Discover a new dimension of entertainment and access to knowledge with our latest addition: Virtual Reality with Meta Quest- 2!

VR in the library © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan

Learn and Play

Do you want to meet new people, have fun and practice your German in a playful way? Come join us for Spielzeit!

Meet and Practice German © Sanyam Bajaj © Sanyam Bajaj

Group Visits

We offer library visits for school classes, German language courses, student groups and other institutions upon appointment.

Library Visit © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan

Projects

German Newspaper

Kaleidoskop

"Kaleidoskop" - the student newspaper of the Goethe-Institut is packed with articles, poems, recipes, puzzles and much more. Do you enjoy writing and want to actively participate? Find out more here!

Schüler*innenzeitung © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan

Literature. Poetry. Culture

Goethe Darbaar

A celebration of literature, poetry and the arts — experience readings, performances and conversations with local and international writers, poets and artists at the event series "Goethe Darbaar".

Goethe Darbaar © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan

Reading tips

Pride Month recommendation

Celebrate Pride Month with powerful stories from the LGBTQIA+ community—available as novels and illustrated narratives in our digital library- Onleihe, free of cost! From revolutionary lives to stories of identity, resilience, and belonging—these books spotlight queer voices, feminist movements, and untold histories through engaging visuals and compelling storytelling. Happy Pride month and happy reading!

Andreas Hören Queer geliebt

Queer geliebt
Queer geliebt

Emilia Roig Why We Matter

Why We Matter
Why We Matter

Sebastian Goddemeier Coming-out

Coming-out
Coming-out

I see the library of the Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan as the heart of the institute. It’s a hub where dedicated German learners immerse themselves for hours—practicing grammar, reading magazines, watching films, and playing games. Beyond language learning, the library offers a rich collection of literature and art books, fostering cultural exploration. We also host cultural evenings and author readings, making it a vibrant space for intellectual exchange. The magazines available provide deep insights into German society, beyond politics and economics. As a regular visitor, I highly recommend experiencing this remarkable space.

Kirti Khera, German Teacher

Kirti Khera © Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan

Translation Funding

The Translation Funding program supports the publication of books by German authors in another language.

Visit us

Opening Hours

Tue–Sat 09:30–18:00

Sun 11:00–16:00

Mondays Closed

Tel 011 2347 1100/ 1124

Address

3, Kasturba Gandhi Marg
110001
India
New GI ND © Goethe-Institut / Prayrit Singh

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