Living at St. Xavier’s University Kolkata (SXUK) offers students a structured, comfortable, and engaging campus life, with well-equipped hostel accommodations, shared living spaces, and a focus on both academic and recreational needs. The hostels provide a variety of room options with clear pricing, inclusive meals, and a range of facilities designed for convenience, safety, and student well-being.
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SXUK – Hostel Fees & Room Types
| Room Type | Capacity | Toilet Type | Hostel Fee per Semester | Meal Inclusion |
| 2 Sharing | Double Occupancy | Common Toilet | INR 75,000 | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 3 Sharing | Triple Occupancy | Attached Toilet | INR 81,000 | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 2 Sharing | Double Occupancy | Attached Toilet | INR 90,000 | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
The hostel fee covers three meals daily, eliminating the need for separate mess charges. Only double and triple occupancy rooms are available, with a mix of attached and common toilet facilities depending on the room type.
SXUK – Hostel Capacity & Structure
Each hostel at SXUK accommodates 250 girls and 250 boys separately, with 125 rooms in the girls’ hostel and 125 rooms in the boys’ hostel. The hostels are structured for shared living, promoting a vibrant, community-based environment.
SXUK – Hostel Facilities & Amenities
| Facility Type | Details |
| Room Features | Each room has a fully covered balcony, beds (35 inches x 78 inches) with mosquito net hooks, reading/writing table, chair, steel almirah with dress hanging, full-size dressing mirror, wash basin, small mirror, linen drying facility, curtains (balcony for girls, windows for all), fans, lights, and a room lock with individual keys for students and hostel office. |
| Common Amenities | Television, newspapers, gymnasium (on payment), indoor games, hot water for bathing, drinking water (hot, cold, ordinary), sports facilities (basketball, football, shuttle cock, throw ball, volleyball, cricket). |
SXUK – Safety, Health & Additional Support
The hostels are managed with a focus on student safety and well-being. Rooms are secured with individual locks, and the campus is monitored for security. While no medical facility is explicitly listed, the presence of a gymnasium and sports facilities highlights the university’s emphasis on health and fitness. The absence of a separate mess fee simplifies billing, as all meals are included in the hostel charge.
SXUK – Hostel Life Overview
Students at SXUK enjoy a balanced campus experience, with private and shared living spaces, modern amenities, and access to both academic and recreational resources. The hostels are designed to foster community, with shared facilities encouraging interaction and collaboration. The clear, transparent fee structure and comprehensive amenities make SXUK’s hostels a practical choice for students seeking a supportive, well-equipped living environment.