The Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), located in Faridabad, Haryana, is a premier academic and research institution under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India and UNESCO. The RCB campus offers dedicated hostel accommodation for both boys and girls, aiming to provide a safe, comfortable, and academically conducive environment. The hostel system is designed to support postgraduates, doctoral students, and visiting researchers, with a majority of rooms allotted on double or triple sharing basis and basic amenities like Wi-Fi, laundry, and mess included for residents.
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Hostel Overview
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Hostel Fees & Room Categories
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Facilities, Dining & Student Life
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Safety, Health & Policies
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Hostel Allotment & Application
Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Hostel Overview
RCB’s hostel accommodation primarily serves PG and PhD students, ensuring proximity to academic and research facilities. Eligibility is extended to all full-time students, with room allocation generally prioritized according to academic year and seniority, and single rooms preferentially assigned to final-year scholars when available. The campus features separate hostel blocks for boys and girls, structured to foster a secure and inclusive living environment.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Total Hostels |
2–3 (separate blocks for boys and girls) |
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Separate Hostels (Boys/Girls) |
Yes |
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Typical Occupancy |
Double / Triple (limited singles for final year) |
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Allotment Basis |
Seniority / Academic Year |
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Accommodation for PG/PhD |
Available; priority for full-time researchers |
Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Hostel Fees & Room Categories
Hostel charges at RCB are designed to remain affordable for scholars, featuring a one-time security deposit and recurring hostel rent billed per semester. Mess advance and utility charges are collected separately. Fees typically vary by room occupancy type, with double and triple sharing offered at lower rates. All payments are scheduled at the time of hostel allotment and semester renewal.
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Charge/Category |
Details |
Amount (INR) |
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Security Deposit (Refundable) |
One-time, at admission |
INR 5,000 |
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Hostel Rent – Double/Triple Sharing |
Per semester |
INR 15,000–18,000 |
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Mess Advance |
Collected per semester |
INR 12,000–15,000 |
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Hostel Maintenance |
Annually, covers cleaning & minor repairs |
INR 2,000 |
Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Facilities, Dining & Student Life
RCB hostels are equipped with modern facilities to foster academic excellence and community living. Each hostel offers high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity, dedicated study rooms, in-house laundry services, and daily housekeeping. The hostel mess operates on a rotational weekly menu, offering vegetarian and limited non-veg options on a prepaid basis, with a capacity to serve up to 120 students simultaneously. Recreational amenities include common rooms with indoor games, a small gym, and access to outdoor sports courts. Reading rooms seat up to 40 students, and on-campus clubs regularly organize cultural and scientific events.
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Study rooms and common areas with Wi-Fi
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Laundry and daily housekeeping included in hostel maintenance
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Mess system: prepaid, vegetarian and occasional non-veg options (mess capacity ≈ 120 seats; weekly rotating menu)
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Gymnasium, table tennis, badminton, and outdoor volleyball court
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Reading room with ≈40 seats and club-organized events
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Facility/Area |
Details |
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Wi-Fi Access |
Available in all areas |
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Mess Hall |
Capacity: 120 seats; veg & non-veg; prepaid |
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Laundry |
Self-service and paid options |
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Gymnasium |
Basic equipment, open 6 am–10 pm |
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Sports Facilities |
Badminton, volleyball courts |
Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Safety, Health & Policies
The hostels prioritize student safety and well-being with round-the-clock security guards, monitored entry/exit points, and in-residence wardens. RCB provides access to a campus medical unit for basic health needs and an emergency ambulance arrangement for off-hour concerns. Hostel timings are strictly regulated: residents must return by 10:00 PM, and any overnight leaves require prior approval. Visitors are allowed in designated hours upon signing in at the gate. Quiet hours begin at 11:00 PM, and prohibited items include alcohol, narcotics, and cooking devices in rooms.
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24x7 security and live CCTV; trained wardens available
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On-campus clinic; emergency ambulance available
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Entry deadline: 10:00 PM (late entry only with permission)
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Quiet hours: after 11:00 PM
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Strict prohibition on alcohol/drugs; cooking/electrical appliances not allowed
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Policy |
Key Point |
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Entry Timing |
Return to hostel by 10:00 PM |
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Visitor Policy |
Allowed 5:00 PM–7:00 PM in common areas; sign-in required |
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Medical Facility |
On-campus clinic & ambulance |
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Leave Approval |
Advanced written application to warden |
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Quiet Hours |
Starts 11:00 PM daily |
Regional Centre for Biotechnology - [RCB] Hostel Allotment & Application
RCB follows a streamlined hostel application process, beginning with an online form submission during the admission cycle. Seats are allotted based on academic program, seniority, and distance from home. Document verification is undertaken before fee payment, and students are required to complete a room possession checklist upon arrival. All charges must be paid according to the official schedule published prior to each semester.
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Stage |
What to Do |
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Application |
Complete online application during admission window |
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Verification |
Submit offer letter, ID proof, residence proof, and photographs |
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Allotment |
Seniority and program-based preference |
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Fee Payment |
Pay hostel and mess charges per semester via online/bank transfer |
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Reporting |
Physical room possession; submit checklist to warden |
