The hostel facilities at the College of Engineering, Anna University (CEG) provide students with a well-structured accommodation experience designed to support their academic journey. The hostels offer various room types, reasonable fee structures, and essential amenities that cater to the needs of undergraduate, integrated MSc, and postgraduate students, ensuring a comfortable and secure living environment.
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CEG Hostel Fees & Deposits (2025–2026)
| Sl. No. | Particulars | UG Programme | M.Sc. (Integrated) 5 Years | All PG Programmes (2 Years) |
| 1 | Payable at the time of Admission | |||
| Admission Fees | 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 | |
| 2 | Payable Every Year (Mandatory) | |||
| Electricity + Water + Room Rent | INR 3,675 | INR 4,200 | INR 4,200 | |
| Optional | Electrical Charge (Per Appliance other than computer) | INR 420 | INR 420 | INR 420 |
| 3 | Payable Every Semester | |||
| Residential Service Charge | INR 10,800 | INR 10,800 | INR 10,800 | |
| Block Maintenance & Development | INR 4,950 | INR 4,950 | INR 4,950 | |
| Mess Advance | INR 17,500 | INR 17,500 | INR 17,500 | |
| Total | Annual Total Fee | INR 42,625 | INR 45,150 | INR 45,450 |
CEG Boys’ Hostel
The CEG boys’ hostels are spread across 14 blocks on the Guindy campus. These blocks are part of the campus’s green, flower-themed layout, providing a peaceful residential environment. The hostel infrastructure supports a large number of male students, with facilities like 24/7 electricity, Wi-Fi, intercom connectivity, and clean common areas. There are resident counsellors in each block and a management hierarchy that includes the Dean-Warden, Executive Warden, and Deputy Wardens. For safety, boys have a curfew: they are not permitted to stay away from the hostel beyond 9:30 p.m. without prior permission.
CEG Girls’ Hostel
The girls’ hostels at CEG consist of 8 blocks. These include named blocks like Malligai, Malligai Extension, Mullai, Parijatham, Parijatham Extension, Roja, and Thamarai, with various room capacities across them. The campus provides a secure and nurturing environment, with round-the-clock security, dedicated resident counsellors, and well-maintained facilities. According to the hostel rules, girls must return to the hostel by 8:30 p.m., unless they have prior permission—emphasizing safety and discipline.
CEG Hostel Mess Facilities
| Feature | Details |
| Types of Mess | Junior Mess, Senior Veg Mess, Senior Non-Veg Mess, Girls Mess, PG Mess |
| Capacity & Strength |
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| Food Type Options | Vegetarian & Non-Vegetarian options available |
| Management | Managed by Mess Committee including Executive Warden, Deputy Wardens & Student Mess Secretaries |
| Billing System | Dividing system – total cost split among members |
| Mess Timings |
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| Mess Reduction Policy | Available for absences > 5 days; max 10 days per semester (exceptions for medical or project leave) |
| Vacation Mess | Available if minimum student count is met |
| Mess Change Rules | Allowed only at start of semester through written application |
| Penalty Rules | INR 250 fine for taking food outside dining hall |
| Room Service for Sick Students | Allowed with warden approval |
| Sustainability Initiatives | Biogas plant used for cooking; waste recycled |
| Student Participation | Mess Secretaries help with menu planning & supervision |
| Dining Rules | Proper dress code, no food outside hall, late food not guaranteed |
