Comparative Study of Digital Reading and Physical Book Reading Habits of Postgraduate Students: With Special Reference to Postgraduate Students of Selected Colleges of Mangalore, Dakshina Kannada District
Author(s): Harinakshi & Dr .Revathi.R
Abstract: Reading habits among students have undergone significant changes due to the rapid development of digital technologies. Digital devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops have become common tools for accessing academic resources. However, physical books remain an essential medium for deep learning and comprehension. This study aims to compare the reading habits of postgraduate students in terms of digital reading and physical book reading, with special reference to Post Graduate students of Government and some of the private colleges of Mangalore, Dakshina Kannada District. Mangalore (Mangaluru), situated in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, has emerged as a prominent higher‑education hub offering a wide range of post‑graduate programs under Mangalore University and other autonomous and deemed‑university systems. The study adopts a survey method using a structured questionnaire shared among Post Graduate students. The results reveal that while digital reading is more convenient and widely used for quick information and academic references, many students still prefer physical books for better concentration and comprehension. The study concludes that both digital and physical reading formats play a complementary role in academic learning.
Keywords: Digital Reading, Physical Books, Reading Habits, Postgraduate Students, Academic Reading
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.12.2.2026.2110
Cite This Article As: Harinakshi & .Revathi.R (2026) Comparative Study of Digital Reading and Physical Book Reading Habits of Postgraduate Students: With Special Reference to Postgraduate Students of Selected Colleges of Mangalore, Dakshina Kannada District. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 12(2) 192-198. www.ijrls.in
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Paper ID: IJRLS-2110 Page: 192-198 Publication Date: 8 June 2026