University School of Information, Communication and Technology (USICT), a constituent school of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), is located at the university's Dwarka campus in New Delhi. Hostel accommodation for eligible students is provided through the GGSIPU University Hostels, which are located on the Dwarka campus. For the 2026-27 academic session, GGSIPU has published separate hostel admission information for boys and girls.
The Dwarka campus has four university hostels: Shivalik and Aravali for boys, and Nilgiri and Satpura for girls. Each hostel has more than 180 single-seater rooms. Rooms are furnished with a cot, mattress, pillow, chair, table, cupboard, tube light and fan. Residents also have access to mess facilities, common rooms, gymnasiums, reading rooms, sports facilities, and round-the-clock water and electricity.
Note: Hostel admission is separate from academic admission to USICT and is subject to eligibility, merit, reservation rules and availability. GGSIPU's 2026-27 hostel notices confirm that hostel allotment is an ongoing process, with allotment lists being published during August and September 2026.
USICT Hostel Overview
USICT students who are regular full-time students of the University Schools of Studies can apply for accommodation in the GGSIPU university hostels. The university's 2026-27 girls' hostel bulletin states that hostel admission is based strictly on merit and applicable reservation rules. Priority is given to specially-abled students and students residing outside Delhi and Delhi-NCR, followed by other categories according to the prescribed order.
The university maintains two boys' and two girls' hostels at the Dwarka campus. The boys' hostels are Shivalik Hostel and Aravali Hostel, while the girls' hostels are Nilgiri Hostel and Satpura Hostel. Each hostel has over 180 single-seater rooms.
| Particulars | Details |
| University | Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University |
| Campus | Sector 16-C, Dwarka, New Delhi |
| Total Dwarka Hostels | 4 |
| Boys' Hostels | Shivalik and Aravali |
| Girls' Hostels | Nilgiri and Satpura |
| Room Type | Predominantly single-seater |
| Rooms per Hostel | Over 180 single-seater rooms |
| Eligible Students | Regular full-time students of University Schools of Studies |
| Allotment Basis | Merit, reservation rules, residence and availability |
| USICT Location | GGSIPU Dwarka Campus |
Hostel allocation is not automatically guaranteed with admission to USICT. If applications exceed available accommodation, the university prepares a waiting list and makes further allotments as seats become available.
USICT Hostel Fees 2026-27
The 2026-27 GGSIPU Girls' Hostel Information Bulletin specifies the annual hostel charges for new admissions. The annual hostel charge is INR 35,000, while new residents also pay a INR 1,000 hostel admission fee, INR 5,000 refundable hostel security, INR 5,000 refundable mess security, and INR 4,000 annual hostel welfare charges. This makes the total annual hostel-related amount for a new admission INR 50,000, excluding the separate annual mess payment.
| Fee Component | Amount |
| Hostel Admission Fee | INR 1,000 |
| Annual Hostel Charges | INR 35,000 |
| Hostel Security Deposit | INR 5,000 |
| Mess Security Deposit | INR 5,000 |
| Hostel Welfare Charges | INR 4,000 |
| Total Hostel Amount | INR 50,000 |
| Annual Mess Charges | INR 51,000 |
| Total Initial Hostel + Mess Payment | INR 1,01,000 |
The INR 5,000 hostel security and INR 5,000 mess security are refundable subject to the university's rules and clearance of outstanding dues. The welfare charge is non-refundable.
The annual mess payment for 2026-27 is INR 51,000, comprising INR 1,000 mess maintenance charges and INR 50,000 advance meal charges. The university adjusts actual mess expenses against the advance at the end of the academic session, with any deficit recovered and excess returned.
Important: The latest fee figures cited above are specifically available in the 2026-27 girls' hostel bulletin. Students applying to boys' hostels should check the separate 2026-27 boys' hostel brochure before making payment, as hostel fee components can vary by hostel or admission category. GGSIPU published the 2026-27 Boys Hostel Admission Brochure on July 21, 2026.
USICT Hostel Facilities, Mess & Student Life
The GGSIPU Dwarka hostels provide facilities intended to support both academic work and residential life. Each hostel has single-seater rooms furnished with a cot, mattress, pillow, chair, table, cupboard, tube light and fan. The university also provides mess facilities, common rooms, gymnasiums, reading rooms and sports facilities. Water and electricity are available around the clock.
Room Facilities
- Single-seater accommodation
- Cot and mattress
- Pillow
- Study table and chair
- Cupboard
- Tube light and fan
- 24-hour electricity and water
Academic & Recreation Facilities
- Reading rooms
- Common rooms
- Gymnasium
- Sports facilities
- Hostel mess
- Student community spaces
| Facility | Details |
| Room | Single-seater rooms |
| Furniture | Cot, mattress, pillow, table, chair and cupboard |
| Electricity | Round-the-clock |
| Water | Round-the-clock |
| Mess | Compulsory for hostel residents |
| Reading Room | Available |
| Common Room | Available |
| Gymnasium | Available |
| Sports | Facilities available at hostels/campus |
Mess Facility
The hostel mess is compulsory for residents. It operates on a cooperative basis under the overall supervision of the warden, with day-to-day management involving the residents' committee. Meals are served on a self-service basis in the dining halls.
The prescribed 2026-27 mess schedule is:
| Meal | Timings |
| Breakfast | 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM |
| Lunch | 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM |
| Tea & Snacks | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Dinner | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Residents can apply for mess-off in specified circumstances such as travel home, interviews or examinations outside the university. For 2026-27, mess-off is available for a maximum of seven days in a month at INR 50 per day, provided the leave is for at least three continuous days and prior written intimation is given.
USICT Hostel Eligibility, Safety & Rules
Hostel accommodation is available to regular full-time students of GGSIPU University Schools of Studies. The 2026-27 girls' hostel bulletin specifies that allotment is based on merit and applicable reservation regulations. Students from outside Delhi and Delhi-NCR receive priority under the prescribed categories.
The university does not simply allocate rooms on a first-come, first-served basis. When applications exceed available rooms, a waiting list is prepared, and vacancies are subsequently filled according to the university's allotment rules.
Safety and Discipline
GGSIPU follows strict hostel regulations covering resident conduct, attendance, visitors, leave and prohibited activities. Ragging, violence, harassment, substance use and other forms of indiscipline are prohibited. Serious violations can result in suspension or expulsion from hostel accommodation.
The hostel entry timing for residents is 9:00 PM throughout the year. Students arriving later require prior approval from hostel authorities, except in specified emergencies. Residents must also mark daily attendance between 9:00 PM and 9:30 PM.
| Policy | Key Point |
| Hostel Entry | 9:00 PM |
| Daily Attendance | 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Visitors | Parents/guardians/blood relations permitted in visitor room during designated hours |
| Day Scholars/Friends | Entry prohibited |
| Medical Support | Medical facility available on university campus |
| Ragging | Strictly prohibited |
| Alcohol/Narcotics | Strictly prohibited |
| Tobacco | Prohibited inside hostel premises |
| Leave | Prior approval required |
| Summer Stay | Generally not permitted except approved academic/internship cases |
Parents or guardians and blood relatives may meet residents in the visitor room between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Guests are generally not permitted inside hostel rooms, and male guests are specifically prohibited in the girls' hostels.
Medical Support
Medical facilities are available on the university campus. Residents are required to report major illness or medical problems to the warden. The 2026-27 girls' hostel bulletin also lists university medical and counselling contacts for residents.
USICT Hostel Allotment & Application Process
Students must apply separately for hostel accommodation after completing the relevant university admission process. For 2026-27, GGSIPU published the girls' hostel admission bulletin in July, with the last date for new applications listed as July 30, 2026, followed by admission lists and counselling.
The university has also published separate boys' hostel admission information for the 2026-27 session and subsequent allotment lists for Shivalik and Aravali hostels.
Application Steps
| Stage | What to Do |
| Application | Obtain and complete the hostel admission form within the notified schedule |
| Documents | Attach admission proof, marksheets, residence proof, Aadhaar and other required documents |
| Verification | Attend hostel counselling/interview or verification as instructed |
| Allotment | Seats allotted according to merit, reservation, residence category and availability |
| Fee Payment | Pay prescribed hostel, security, welfare and mess charges |
| Reporting | Complete admission formalities and take possession of the allotted room |
For the 2026-27 girls' hostel admission, applicants were required to submit the completed form along with the university admission/allotment letter, qualifying-examination marksheets, residence proof and Aadhaar Card. The university also requires medical documentation and other prescribed undertakings.
Existing residents seeking re-admission must submit the required academic documents and fees according to the notified schedule. Students who fail or are detained and are not promoted to the next academic session are not eligible for hostel re-admission.
USICT Hostel FAQs
Does USICT have a hostel facility?
Yes. USICT students can apply for accommodation in the GGSIPU University Hostels located at the Dwarka campus. The university maintains four hostels at Dwarka: Shivalik and Aravali for boys and Nilgiri and Satpura for girls.
How many hostels are there at the GGSIPU Dwarka campus?
There are four university hostels at the Dwarka campus—two boys' hostels and two girls' hostels.
What are the names of the USICT hostels?
The university hostels serving students at the Dwarka campus are Shivalik Hostel and Aravali Hostel for boys, and Nilgiri Hostel and Satpura Hostel for girls.
Are USICT hostel rooms single or shared?
The GGSIPU Dwarka hostels primarily provide single-seater rooms. Each hostel has more than 180 single-seat rooms, according to the 2026-27 university hostel bulletin.
What is the USICT hostel fee for 2026-27?
The 2026-27 girls' hostel bulletin lists INR 50,000 as the total annual hostel amount for a new admission, including admission fee, annual hostel charges, refundable hostel and mess security deposits, and welfare charges. A separate annual mess payment of INR 51,000 is required.
What is the total USICT hostel and mess fee?
For a new girls' hostel resident in 2026-27, the hostel-related amount is INR 50,000 and the annual mess payment is INR 51,000, making the initial hostel and mess payment INR 1,01,000. The applicable fee for boys should be verified from the separate boys' hostel notification.
Who gets priority for GGSIPU hostel accommodation?
Hostel allotment is based on merit and applicable reservation rules. Priority categories include specially-abled students and students residing outside Delhi and Delhi-NCR, followed by other categories specified by the university.
Is hostel accommodation guaranteed after admission to USICT?
No. Academic admission to USICT does not automatically guarantee hostel accommodation. Hostel seats are limited and allotment depends on eligibility, merit, reservation rules and available accommodation.
Is the hostel mess compulsory at USICT?
Yes. Residents are required to avail themselves of the hostel mess facility and are charged the prescribed annual mess fee.
What are the hostel entry timings at GGSIPU?
The prescribed hostel entry time is 9:00 PM throughout the year. Late entry requires prior approval from the hostel authorities, except in specified emergency situations.
Is medical support available in the USICT hostel?
Medical facilities are available on the GGSIPU campus. Students requiring medical attention are expected to inform the hostel warden in case of illness or a medical emergency.
What facilities are available in USICT hostels?
GGSIPU hostels provide furnished single-seater rooms, mess facilities, common rooms, reading rooms, gymnasiums and sports facilities. Round-the-clock water and electricity are also provided.
Can USICT students stay in the hostel during summer vacation?
Students generally have to leave the hostel during the summer vacation. Exceptions may be made for approved internships, dissertations or summer training, subject to prior permission from the concerned authority.
What documents are required for GGSIPU hostel admission?
Applicants generally need the university admission/allotment letter, qualifying-examination marksheets, residence proof, Aadhaar Card, photographs, medical fitness certificate and prescribed parent/student undertakings.