IISER Kolkata Hostel Fees 2026, Facilities, Rooms, Food, Photos

The hostel accommodation is mandatory for all students at IISER, with fees included in the semester charges, approximately Rs. 6,630 per month. For the first year, rooms are triple-sharing, and from the second year onwards, they are double-sharing. Each room is equipped with essentials like a bed, almirah, study table, chair, and mosquito-netted windows.

The hostels are maintained well, with regular cleaning and sufficient ventilation. Facilities include Wi-Fi, washing machines on every floor, and geysers in bathrooms. Mess food is highly rated with a diverse, rotating menu catering to both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preferences, and is considered superior to many other college hostels. Hostels have minimal restrictions, with opposite-sex visits allowed outside 11 am to 11 pm.

The campus also offers various recreational activities and ample scope for student engagement.