RVCE Hostel Guide: Learn All About Charges, Room Types Available & Refund Policy

RV College of Engineering (RVCE) offers dedicated on-campus and off-campus housing for both boys and girls separately. If you are planning to secure a space in RVCE hostels, then our blog can help you understand how the system works, what it costs, and what you need to do to secure a room. Check details below:

RVCE Boys’ Hostel: Block Allocation by Year

RVCE boys’ hostels are located inside the main Mysuru Road campus. The living spaces maintain a strict anti-ragging environment. Rooms are available in two formats: twin-sharing and triple-sharing. Check the RVCE boys’ hostel allotment details below-

RVCE Girls’ Hostel: Locations and Security

RVCE features two girls' hostels in two different blocks. Check details on available hostel options for girls-

The premises feature 24x7 security, CCTV monitoring, and dedicated resident wardens to ensure the safety of students and maintain discipline.

RVCE Hostel Charges: Fees and Instalment Options

Hostel expenses are split into fixed administrative charges and mess fees, separately for boys and girls hostels-

Boys’ Hostel Fee Breakdown

Note: A one-time refundable Caution Deposit of INR 10,000 is collected upfront at the time of initial room booking across all blocks. 

Girls’ Hostel Fee Breakdown

Mess Charges Instalment Schedule

The fixed room charges need to be paid fully upfront via Demand Draft during physical reporting. The Annual Mess Charges fee (INR 57,750) is split down the middle across terms-

Can you pay in instalments?

Yes, but only for food. The fixed room Charges and administrative fees must be paid upfront at the time of admission. The Annual Mess Charges of INR 57,750 can be split into two installments:

1. First Installment: Paid at the start of the Odd Semester.

2. Second Installment: Paid at the start of the Even Semester.

RVCE Hostel Fee Refund Policy

Daily Life: Food, Amenities, and Strict Rules

• Food: A central, purely vegetarian mess operates out of the Cauvery block, which serves South Indian as well as North Indian meals

• Amenities: High-speed campus Wi-Fi, basic gym equipment, and outdoor sports fields for cricket, football, and basketball. Rooms have a basic bed, study table, chair, and a locker

• The Strict "No-Electricals" Rule: Zero-tolerance policy for high-power appliances like iron press, electric kettles, immersion heating coils, or heavy sound systems in your room. Hostel wardens conduct regular room checks.

RVCE Hostel FAQs

1. Can first-year students choose their roommates or blocks?

No. You can't! The first-year boys are dynamically assigned to the Chamundi, Cauvery Annex, or Krishna blocks, while first-year girls are assigned to the Diamond Jubilee block. Roommates are randomly allocated based on branches and enrollment sequence during physical reporting.

2. Why can't I bring an electric kettle or iron to my room?

These are banned for fire safety. High-power appliances draw too much electricity. They can easily overload the building's power grid and lead to electrical failures. The college already provides hot water dispensers and laundry services on campus; you can use them.

3. Is the food provided in the RVCE mess completely vegetarian?

Yes. The common central mess located in the Cauvery block serves purely vegetarian food. It offers structured regional South Indian and North Indian meal menus, providing students with daily breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner. Non-vegetarian food is strictly prohibited inside the mess hall premises.

4. What alternative housing options are available if campus hostels are full?

Because hostel seats are highly competitive and run out quickly during physical reporting, many students opt for private Paying Guest (PG) accommodations or shared apartments. There are multiple student-reviewed PGs and co-living spaces located within a 1 km walking radius of the Mysuru Road gates and near the Pattanagere metro station.