Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services (IJISS) a Multidisciplinary Library and Information Science Journal is a refereed Journal and publishes from India. This Journal encompasses all branches of Library and Information Sciences and its sub – disciplines like Library Management; Information Systems & Services, Information Processing & Retrieval; Information Sources & Services; Community Information System, Scientometrics & Informetrics, IR Theory, Knowledge Organization; Information processing & retrieval, Classification, Preservation & Conservation, Information Management,Library classification, Information sources, Systems and Services,Computer Application in Library; Digital Library; Information Systems; Bibliographic Control, etc.

All papers are peer-reviewed and newly selected panels of international referees have been appointed to ensure that review is done rapidly and to the highest standards. Special topics will provide accounts of research, written periodically at the invitation of the Editorial Board by Library Professionals under the direction of Editor-in-Chief.

This paper attempts to discuss the concept of automation, automation status of Veterinary College Libraries in India. The study has also discussed about the veterinary colleges, its objectives, and status of automation, problems and prospectus. Attempt has been made to analyze the various factors that directly or indirectly affect the progress of library automation such as management issues, ICT infrastructure, skills of staff. Concludes that in this competitive environment and to meet the various needs of users, there is a need for adoption of library automation and extend ICT based services to the users in Veterinary College Libraries