College of Engineering, Guindy (CEG), Anna University, Chennai, provides residential accommodation through its Engineering College Hostels (ECH). The hostel system offers separate accommodation for boys and girls and provides boarding facilities for around 4,500 students. The campus has multiple hostel blocks, resident counsellors, study facilities, Wi-Fi, medical support, gym facilities, laundry services, and mess arrangements.
CEG Hostel Fees & Deposits 2026
The latest publicly available CEG hostel fee documents list separate charges for UG, integrated M.Sc., and PG students. The 2025–26 fee structure includes admission charges, refundable deposits, annual room-related charges, residential services, maintenance, and mess advance. The hostel rules state that current boarding and lodging charges are communicated at admission.
| Particulars | UG Programme | M.Sc. Integrated (5 Years) | PG Programmes (2 Years) |
| Admission Fee | INR 600 | INR 600 | INR 900 |
| Hostel Amenities & Appliances Fund | INR 600 | INR 600 | INR 600 |
| Mess Deposit (Refundable) | INR 3,000 | INR 4,000 | INR 4,000 |
| Block Deposit (Refundable) | INR 1,500 | INR 2,500 | INR 2,500 |
| Electricity + Water + Room Rent (Annual) | INR 3,675 | INR 4,200 | INR 4,200 |
| Residential Service Charge (Semester) | INR 10,800 | INR 10,800 | INR 10,800 |
| Block Maintenance & Development (Semester) | INR 4,950 | INR 4,950 | INR 4,950 |
| Mess Advance (Semester) | INR 17,500 | INR 17,500 | INR 17,500 |
| Total Listed Fee | INR 42,625 | INR 45,150 | INR 45,450 |
An optional electrical charge of INR 420 per appliance, other than a computer, is also listed in the fee structure. Since the published fee document is for 2025–26, students should confirm the applicable 2026–27 amount with the hostel administration before payment.
CEG Boys' Hostel
CEG operates multiple boys' hostel blocks on the Guindy campus. The official hostel portal currently lists blocks including Ambal, Anicham, Chemparuthi, Kurinji, Kurinji Extension, Mahizham, Mantharai, Marutham, Samanthi, Sampanki, Senbagam, Thazham, Thumbai, and Vaagai. Room numbers vary by block, with the listed blocks ranging from 42 to 135 rooms.
The hostel environment is supported by resident counsellors and a central administration headed by the Dean and Warden, Executive Warden, and Deputy Wardens. Students can select rooms online based on availability and the blocks assigned to them.
The official rules currently state that boys are generally not permitted to stay away from the hostel beyond 10:00 PM without prior permission from the Executive Warden. Resident counsellors may prescribe different timings for their respective blocks in consultation with the Executive Warden.
CEG Girls' Hostel
The girls' hostel complex consists of separate blocks, including Malligai, Malligai Extension, Mullai, Paarijatham, Paarijatham Extension, Roja, Thamarai, and Nandhiya. The official portal lists between 30 and 156 rooms across these blocks.
Girls' hostels provide a dedicated residential environment with resident counsellors and security arrangements. Hostel administration also provides facilities such as study areas, Wi-Fi, medical support, laundry, recreation, and other student amenities.
According to the current hostel rules, girls are generally required to return to the hostel by 8:30 PM unless prior permission has been obtained.
CEG Hostel Facilities and Amenities
The Engineering College Hostels provide facilities intended to support both academic and residential needs. The official hostel information lists 24/7 power supply, purified drinking water, high-speed Wi-Fi, study rooms, a hostel library, health-centre access, a 24-hour ambulance service, gymnasium, laundry, and a student amenities centre.
Key facilities include:
- High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity
- 24/7 electricity supply
- Purified drinking water
- Comfortable rooms and common areas
- Hostel library and study rooms
- Network Facilitation Centres
- Gymnasium and sports facilities
- Laundry services
- Student amenities centre
- Coffee shop/refreshment facilities
- Medical support and health-centre access
- 24-hour ambulance service
- Electric vehicles for commuting between hostel and classrooms
- Resident counsellors for student support
The hostel administration also emphasizes a green, pollution-free and plastic-free residential environment. Alcohol, tobacco and ragging are prohibited under the hostel rules.
CEG Hostel Mess Facilities
CEG operates different messes for junior students, senior boys, girls and postgraduate residents. The official mess page lists both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options depending on the mess category.
| Mess | Food Type | Dining Capacity | Listed Strength |
| Junior Mess | Veg & Non-Veg | 300 | 519 |
| Senior Veg Mess | Vegetarian | 240 | 279 |
| Senior Non-Veg Mess | Non-Vegetarian | 450 | 890 |
| Girls Mess | Veg & Non-Veg | 1,200 | 894 |
| PG Mess | Veg & Non-Veg | 280 | 1,784 |
Mess charges operate on a dividing system, with the monthly amount determined based on the applicable mess expenditure and communicated to residents. Mess charges become payable from the date of joining the mess.
Students who stay away from the hostel for more than five days can apply for a reduction in mess charges, subject to the prescribed conditions. The rules specify that mess reduction generally cannot exceed 10 days, except in medical or extraordinary circumstances.
CEG Hostel Admission and Allotment
Hostel admission is managed through the Engineering College Hostels system. The current portal indicates that UG first-year and lateral-entry new admissions for 2026 are being processed through the hostel admission portal. It also states that hostel admission is currently not available for PG boys students.
The general process includes:
- Registration: Register on the CEG hostel portal using the prescribed student credentials.
- Document Submission: Upload or submit the required admission and identity documents.
- Fee Payment: Verify payment details and pay the applicable hostel admission fees.
- Room Selection/Allotment: Select or receive accommodation based on the assigned blocks and room availability.
- Reporting: Submit the required forms and documents to the Resident Counsellor before occupying the allotted room.
For newly admitted residents, the current portal lists documents such as the Student Profile Form, Undertaking Form, Local Guardian Form, Student Admit Card, fee receipt, admission slip, allotment order and Aadhaar copy.
CEG Hostel Rules and Safety
CEG's hostel administration follows structured rules covering room allotment, entry timings, visitors, leave, mess usage and student conduct. Students must occupy only their allotted rooms and cannot exchange rooms without prior permission.
Important rules include:
- Boys' general return time: 10:00 PM
- Girls' general return time: 8:30 PM
- Prior permission is required for staying away from the hostel beyond prescribed timings.
- Visitors are not permitted to enter residents' rooms.
- Students must report planned absences to the Resident Counsellor.
- Hostel furniture cannot be moved between rooms without permission.
- Alcohol, tobacco and ragging are prohibited.
- Students are responsible for safeguarding their personal belongings.
CEG Hostel FAQs
Does College of Engineering, Anna University provide hostel facilities?
Yes. College of Engineering, Guindy provides separate hostel accommodation for boys and girls through its Engineering College Hostels.
How many students can the CEG hostels accommodate?
The Engineering College Hostels provide residential and boarding facilities for about 4,500 students, according to the current hostel rules.
What is the CEG hostel fee?
The published 2025–26 fee structure lists a total of INR 42,625 for UG students, INR 45,150 for integrated M.Sc. students and INR 45,450 for PG students. Fees applicable for 2026–27 should be confirmed with the hostel administration.
Are separate hostels available for boys and girls at CEG?
Yes. CEG provides separate residential blocks for boys and girls.
What facilities are available in CEG hostels?
Facilities include Wi-Fi, 24/7 power, purified drinking water, study rooms, hostel library, gym, laundry, student amenities, medical support, ambulance service and other recreational facilities.
Does CEG provide hostel mess facilities?
Yes. CEG operates separate messes for junior students, senior boys, girls and PG residents, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options depending on the mess.
What is the CEG hostel entry timing?
The current hostel rules generally require boys to return by 10:00 PM and girls by 8:30 PM unless prior permission is obtained.
How can students apply for CEG hostel accommodation?
Students can register through the official Engineering College Hostels portal and complete the required profile, document submission, fee payment and room-allotment formalities.
Is hostel accommodation available for PG students?
CEG provides hostel accommodation for PG programmes subject to availability and applicable admission rules. The current portal specifically notes that hostel admission is not presently available for PG boys students.
Are CEG hostel mess charges fixed?
No. The hostel rules state that monthly mess charges are based on the dividing system and are communicated to residents through the notice board or electronic media.