The library of the Institute of Policy Studies plays a vital role in supporting the Institute’s research work. Its primary function is to serve in-house researchers by facilitating access to relevant information sources. The IPS library is also open to outside researchers and readers as per the “Library Policy for Corporate Members and External Users”

The IPS library has an extensive collection of Journals, Monographs, Pamphlets, and Reports in the fields of Agriculture, Economics, Economic Development, Economic Policy, Economic Theory, Finance, Industry, Labour, Trade and Development, Energy, Environment, Poverty, Welfare, and Human Resources.

The IPS library also acts as the national repository for grey literature on issues relevant to economic policy in Sri Lanka.

Library Mission

The mission of the IPS Library is to identify, investigate, define and meet information needs of the Institute's research staff in support of the research and administrative functions of the Institute and efficiently provide access to quality information resources, irrespective of format and location, and facilitate information transfer using the best of traditional and innovative technologies.

Library Policy for External Users

See separate document "Library Policy for Corporate Members and External Users".

Library Hours

The IPS Library is open only on weekdays. It is closed on weekends, public and mercantile holidays.
Hours: 9.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon
2.00 p.m. to 4.15 p.m.