IIT Kanpur offers a comprehensive hostel system with 13 hostels, including 11 for boys and 2 for girls. Accommodation varies by year: the first and second year typically involves triple or double sharing rooms, while third and final-year students often receive double or single occupancy rooms. Hostel charges are around Rs 10,000-15,000 per semester, excluding mess fees, which average Rs 3,000 per month. The hostels include essential amenities like high-speed WiFi, study areas, sports facilities, and canteens.
Mess food is generally considered decent, with a varied menu that includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, and is overseen by a student body. The infrastructure ranges from older buildings requiring renovation to newly constructed halls with modern facilities. Overall, the hostels provide a supportive and engaging environment for students, contributing significantly to campus life.
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