How is hostel accommodation for 1st year BTech students at IIT Bhubaneswar? Is it single seater? Are coolers allowed in hostel rooms?

Yes, IIT Bhubaneswar provides single-occupancy rooms to its BTech students. My brother has stayed at the Mahanadi Hall of Residence and told me a few things about it.

• A typical room of this hostel has a bed, a table chair, and a cupboard.
• Every room has its own balcony.
• The hostel provides a high-speed data cable internet facility. 
• There are Aqua-guards and Washing Machines stationed on each floor in addition to lifts.
• Every hostel has a separate gym facility.
• Students are prohibited from using heavy electronic components like coolers or induction.
• Many indoor sports facilities are offered such as TT, Carrom, and Chess. 
• The hostel has splendid outdoor sports facilities such as a basketball court, a volleyball court, and a badminton court. 
• A common study room with books and PCs where students gather to study or complete their assignments. 
• A common room with a TV to spend your free time with friends and a dance and music room. 

Overall, IIT Bhubaneswar has excellent accommodation facilities for its students.