This paper discusses the various aspects of the conversion of in-house library materials
into electronic format, which leads toward the creation of digital library. Also describes
the digitization initiatives that have taken place in India. Objectives of digitization have
been correlated with the mission of university libraries. Deals with various image capturing
and processing technologies and suitability for a university library. It tries to
identify the areas to be covered under digital conversion program of in its first phase.