Library
Lending
Are you interested in Germany and the German language? Our library offers an up-to-date and representative selection of print and audio-visual media, which informs about current topics and trends in Germany. 40% of our collection consists of books and media in English language.
Main subject areas are German language and culture, German feature films & documentaries on DVD and contemporary literature and art. A special feature of our library's collection is the "German as a foreign language" section, which is tailored to meet the needs of language students and teachers.
The library is open to the public, for anyone who wants to use its books and media or seeks information related to Germany.
However, in order to borrow books and media from the library, a membership is a must.
- Fiction and non-fiction in German and English
- German newspapers and magazines
- Music CDs and audio books
- Feature and documentary films on DVD, mainly with English subtitles
- Board games for language learners and native speakers

The charges for a library membership are:
- Annual membership: INR 1200
- 6 monthly membership: INR 700
German teachers at schools and universities can submit a letter from their school authorities stating that they are teaching German at the time of inscription and renewal for a free library membership.
You can register online on our website. Please fill in this form beforehand, to enter the most important data for your registration and to confirm your mail address in advance. Book an appointment to visit the library within the following 4 weeks or email us Circulation-Delhi@goethe.de to complete the enrolment process. The library team will also be happy to help you out with your queries - virtual and in-person.
LIBRARY ONLINE REGISTRATION
Members are entitled to borrow ten media (maximum three from the language learning materials and maximum three DVDs).
Loan periods for all books and media (books, journals, CDs, DVDs, games): 3 weeks
Renewals
Items can be renewed through your online library account, provided there is no prior reservation (except for language learning materials). For renewals, you can also contact the lending service by phone or e-mail.