• BAHEGAVANKAR S.G.

The emergence of electronic information resources has fundamentally transformed the processes of information creation, organization, retrieval, and utilization. In the digital age, information searching is increasingly dependent on electronic platforms such as online databases, digital libraries, electronic journals, institutional repositories, and web-based search engines. This article provides an in-depth examination of the usage of electronic information resources (EIRs) in information searching. It explores their meaning, evolution, types, importance, search strategies, benefits, challenges, and the role of information literacy in effective usage. The article also discusses the changing role of libraries and information professionals and highlights future trends shaping electronic information resources. By analyzing both opportunities and limitations, this study emphasizes the need for improved access, digital infrastructure, and user education to maximize the potential

Electronic Information Resources, Information Searching, Digital Libraries, Online Databases, Information Literacy, Electronic Journals

"The Usage of Electronic Information Resources in Information Searching", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 1, page no.d456-d461, January-2026, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2601355.pdf

"The Usage of Electronic Information Resources in Information Searching", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 1, page no. ppd456-d461, January-2026, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2601355.pdf