Library & Resource Center
Alliance Française de Delhi
We offer Delhi’s largest French library with 30,000+ books, digital resources, LGBTQ+ literature, study spaces, and regular cultural events for everyone interested in French language and culture.
Pricing Guide
Classic External Membership
Core Borrowing
- Total Limit: Checkout 10 items at once.
- Composition: Up to 4 Books, 4 Comics (Bandes Dessinées), and 2 Periodicals.
- Duration: 3 weeks loan period.
- Important: A refundable security deposit of ₹2,000 is required over and above the annual fee.
Facility Access
- Workspace: Full access to the Lodi Estate Médiathèque with climate-controlled reading rooms.
- Tech: Use of computer stations equipped with headphones.
- Collections: Access to the dedicated Pride Corner, AI section, and e-library catalog.
Premium External Membership
High Volume Borrowing
- Total Limit: Checkout 17 items at once.
- Composition: Up to 6 Books, 6 Comics/Graphic Novels, and 5 Periodicals.
- Duration: 3 weeks loan period.
- Important: A refundable security deposit of ₹2,000 is required over and above the annual fee.
Research & Support
- Archive: Access to 30,000+ resources including academic texts and French learning materials.
- Assistance: Librarian support for finding level-appropriate texts (A1 to C2).
- Priority: Priority usage of Audio-Visual materials and tech resources.
Specialized Cultural Mini-Course
Workshop Structure
- Duration: Approximately 12 hours of instruction, usually split over weekends.
- Topics: Covers niche subjects like Art Appreciation, Bandes Dessinées (Comics) creation, or Creative Writing.
- Language: Classes are generally bilingual or English-friendly.
Value Additions
- Certification: Certificate of participation from Alliance Française de Delhi included.
- Expertise: Sessions led by specialized professionals or visiting authors.
- Venue: Conducted within the Library or the Galerie Romain Rolland.
About Library & Resource Center
Step Into Our Cultural Hub
Our médiathèque is where French language and culture come alive in Delhi. I’ve put together a space that’s welcoming, sometimes a bit too quiet, but always buzzing with new things to discover. Whether you’re just starting to learn French or you’re basically a pro, this is where you’ll find your people (and your books).
What You’ll Find Here
- Over 30,000 resources - yep, it’s a lot. Fiction, non-fiction, comics (big on Quebec stuff), poetry, AI, and a section just for kids.
- PRIDE corner stocked with LGBTQ+ literature section, because everyone deserves to be seen.
- Librarian’s monthly picks, so if you’re feeling lost, I’ve got you.
- Chill study spots, computer stations, and digital library access for when you want to mix tech with your reading.
- Screens for movies, VR, and even a little gaming on the side.
More Than Books
- Regular francophone cultural events - author talks, book signings, live streams, all that jazz.
- Workshops: creative writing, read-alouds, vocab games, and book club workshops. Sometimes, we even have visiting French writers.
- Easy-going conversation sessions for brushing up your French, no pressure.
If you want a spot that’s both cozy and ready for anything, you’ll probably like it here. Come by, grab a book, maybe stay for an event or two. Yeh jagah aapki bhi hai (this place is yours too).
Meet your Expert
Alliance Française
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My Story
Bonjour! We’re Alliance Française de Delhi, not just a French school, but your entry to all things French in Delhi. Walk in, and you’ll find books, films, music, even pastry workshops. Dheeme dheeme seekhoon nayi zubaan (slowly I learn a new language) – here, you live French, not just study it. Our community’s got learners, artists, dreamers, and alumni who’ve gone global. So, ready to dive in, maybe over a coffee at Café Croissant?
My Work
French Classes & Workshops - We teach French at all levels, run crash courses, and host creative writing and comics workshops.
DELF/DALF Exam Prep & Certification - We’re Delhi’s official center for DELF/DALF exams. Get certified for life—universities and employers worldwide recognize it.
French Cultural Events - Join us for French film screenings, concerts, art shows, and more. Always something happening, open to everyone.
Library & Community - Our library has 30,000+ resources. You’ll find friends, mentors, and a vibrant community to celebrate your journey.
