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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!

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The library is open to the public, for anyone who wants to use its books and media or seeks information related to Germany.

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Onleihe

The virtual library allows you to borrow digital media over the free-of-charge platform.

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Reading tips

New library acquisitions: German Literature in English translation

Discover our new library acquisitions of German literature translated into English. In our list, you will find the winning book of this year's international Booker Prize, ‘Kairos’ by Jenny Erpenbeck and many other new works by well-known authors such as Arno Geiger, Daniela Krien, Ronya Othmann and Clemens Meyer as well as exciting novels by younger authors such as Olivia Wenzel and Sharon Dodua Otoo. Have fun reading.

Brigitte Reimann Siblings

Jenny Erpenbeck Kairos

Selim Özdoğan A Light Still Burns

©Verlag Voland & Quist GmbH

Shida Bazyar Sisters in arms

©Scribe Publications

Ronya Othmann The summers

Navid Kermani Paris, So to Speak

Our Offers

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!

© Sanyam Bajaj
Virtual Reality

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

© Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan
Group Visits

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

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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.

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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!

© 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-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan

Goethe Institut’s Library offers a rich collection of German literature, language learning resources, and cultural materials. It serves as a hub for exploring German culture and language, with access to books, films, and multimedia. The library also hosts events, workshops, and discussions that promote cultural exchange and enhance understanding of contemporary issues in India and Germany.

Ankit Chauhan

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Opening Hours

Tue–Sat 09:30–18:00

Sun 11:00–16:00

Mondays Closed

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