Electronic resources (or e-Resources) are huge sources of knowledge as an alternative to print mediums these days. Some commonly known e-Resources are e-Books, e-Journals, e-Databases, e-Thesis and Dissertations, e-Newspapers, etc. Accessibility of these e-Resources also varies, many of them are available in open mode (open access) whereas most of them are proprietary. Various methods are also there to access their resources. Here some links are given from where you may access free e-Resources.


 National Digital Library of India (NDLI) is a virtual repository of learning resources which is not just a repository with search/browse facilities but provides a host of services for the learner community. At NDL you can register your library member's name or you may also register yourself if you are an individual. To know more visit NDL website.

e-Book, in full electronic book, digital file containing a body of text and images suitable for distributing electronically and displaying on-screen in a manner similar to a printed book. Read the Britannica article to know more. Get some free e-Book links here.

Journal, an account of day-to-day events or a record of experiences, ideas, or reflections kept regularly for private use that is similar to, but sometimes less personal than, a diary. e-Journals are the same electronic version of journals like e-Book. Read the Britannica article to know more. Get some free e-Journal links here.

Database, also called electronic database, any collection of data, or information, that is specially organized for rapid search and retrieval by a computer. Read the Britannica article to know more. Get some free e-Database links here.

A graduate degree generally requires completing either a thesis or a dissertation. The incorrect usage of thesis and dissertation is not new to the academic world. In Shakespeare’s day, a candidate for a master’s degree would write a thesis, an original paper in which he maintained a certain proposition. Read the Enago article to know more. Get some free e-Thesis and Dissertation links here.

Newspaper, publication usually issued daily, weekly, or at other regular times that provides news, views, features, and other information of public interest and that often carries advertising. Read the Britannica article to know more. Get some free e-Newspaper links here.