The hostel facilities at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) offer students a well-structured living environment with clear fee structures, various room options, and essential amenities designed to support academic life and personal well-being. The hostel experience at PAU balances affordability with necessary conveniences, ensuring security, medical support, and comfortable stay throughout the academic year.
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PAU - Hostel Fee Structure and Charges
| Fee Category | Particulars | Amount (₹) |
| Annual Charges | Hostel Security (Refundable, for fresh admission) | 7,790 |
| Hostel Maintenance Fund | 1,950 | |
| Utensils, Crockery and Breakage Fund | 580 | |
| Semester-wise Charges | Room Rent (Cubicle) | 5,840 |
| Room Rent (Dormitory) | 1,950 | |
| Cycle Stand Fund (Cycle users) | 370 | |
| Cycle Stand Fund (Scooter/Motor-cycle users) | 1,950 | |
| Common Room Fund | 980 | |
| Electricity Fund | 2,930 | |
| Summer Break Charges | Room Rent (Cubicle) | 1,950 |
| Room Rent (Dormitory) | 580 | |
| Electricity Fund | 980 | |
| Common Room Fund | 290 | |
| Medical Fund | 290 | |
| Cycle Stand Fund (Cycle users) | 150 | |
| Cycle Stand Fund (Scooter/Motor-cycle users) | 580 | |
| Students' Home Club Fee | 110 |
PAU - Room Types and Accommodation
The hostel provides accommodation in two main types of rooms:
- Cubicle Rooms – private or semi-private rooms with higher rent, offering more personal space.
- Dormitory Rooms – shared rooms with lower rent, suitable for students opting for economical options.
PAU - Facilities and Amenities
The hostel ensures all students have access to essential facilities, including:
- Electricity supply managed through an Electricity Fund to support uninterrupted power.
- Common Room amenities maintained by the Common Room Fund for leisure and social interaction.
- Cycle and vehicle parking through the Cycle Stand Fund, separate charges apply for cycles and scooters/motorcycles.
- Utensils and crockery are provided with a dedicated breakage fund for maintenance.
- Medical support during summer break ensured via a Medical Fund contribution.
- Security measures and hostel maintenance supported by the respective funds, designed to keep students safe and comfortable.
- Students’ Home Club activities supported by a nominal annual fee, promoting extracurricular engagement.
PAU - Mess and Food Services
The mess facilities are generally run separately, and students are expected to pay mess charges as per their consumption and meal plans. The details about mess fees are managed distinctly and are not included in the above hostel charges.
PAU - Safety and Medical Support
Security is maintained rigorously within the hostel premises, and a Medical Fund contribution helps provide healthcare support during breaks. The institute prioritizes student well-being with ongoing maintenance and medical arrangements.