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The study aims to find out the impact of internet on library usage in university libraries of Telangana state. Internet facilities have transformed university libraries from traditional information centres into dynamic digital learning environments, supporting academic growth, research productivity, and efficient access to information resources.Respondents i.e. 209 (83.60%) expressed that internet services have a positive impact on library usage. The purpose of use of internet in university libraries shows that classroom assignment is the most preferred purpose, ranked first with33 respondents, followed bygaining new knowledgewith27 respondentsand accessing authentic informationwith26 respondents, ranked second and third respectively.Research workwas ranked fourth with 23 respondents, whileenhancing academic skills secured the fifth rank with 21 respondents.The respondents, 16.8% of the total sample, reported that they face problems associated with internet access in libraries.problems may be related to internet connectivity, lack of awareness, technical support, availability of digital resources, or ease of access to online library facilities. Survey method adopted for the study the Structured Questionnaire were distributed to the identified ten university libraries in Telangana state. Atotal of 250 Questionnaires were distributed for the study out of which 210 were students and 40 were library staff members. The data was analysed through statistical methods, like, t-test, and Chi-Square test