Fee Structure Overview
The total fee for the BBA program at Al Karim University Katihar is Rs. 2,50,000 for the entire duration of three years. This amount includes tuition fees, hostel charges, mess advance, and other miscellaneous expenses.
| Fee Head | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 150000 |
| Hostel Rent | 40000 |
| Mess Advance | 30000 |
| Student Benevolent Fund | 5000 |
| Medical Fees | 2000 |
| Gymkhana Fees | 1000 |
| Examination Fees | 3000 |
| Other Charges | 19000 |
Breakdown of Fee Components
Tuition Fee: Covers instruction, laboratory sessions, and academic resources. It is paid annually in two installments.
Hostel Rent: Includes accommodation, utilities, and maintenance services for all hostel residents.
Mess Advance: Prepaid meal charges for the academic year, which are adjusted at the end of each month.
Student Benevolent Fund: A fund used for supporting students facing financial difficulties or emergencies.
Medical Fees: Covers basic healthcare services provided by the university's medical center.
Gymkhana Fees: Used for organizing sports activities and maintaining gym facilities.
Examination Fees: Covers examination scheduling, question paper preparation, and result processing.
Other Charges: Includes administrative costs, library fees, and infrastructure development charges.
Hostel & Mess Charges
The university provides hostel accommodation with different room types to suit varying preferences and budgets:
- Single Occupancy Room: Rs. 15000 per semester
- Double Occupancy Room: Rs. 12000 per semester
- Triple Occupancy Room: Rs. 10000 per semester
Mess charges are calculated monthly based on the number of days attended, with a fixed advance payment required at the beginning of each month.
Rebate policies are available for students who do not stay in hostel during certain periods, such as during examinations or vacations.
Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships
The university offers several financial assistance schemes to support meritorious and economically disadvantaged students:
- Merit-Based Scholarships: Available for top-performing students with CGPA above 9.0. Amount ranges from 50% to 100% of tuition fee.
- Income-Based Concessions: For families earning below Rs. 2 lakh per annum, a discount of up to 50% on total fees is granted.
- Category-Based Concessions: Reserved categories (SC/ST/PwD) receive 100% fee waiver upon submission of valid certificates.
- Special Needs Scholarships: For students with disabilities or those from economically backward families, additional support is provided through external funding.
To apply for any financial aid scheme, students must submit an application form along with supporting documents such as income certificate, caste certificate, or disability certificate.
Payment Procedures & Refund Policy
All fees must be paid through online banking, net banking, or debit/credit card transactions. Payment deadlines are strictly enforced to ensure timely processing of admission formalities.
Late fees are charged at 1% per month on unpaid balances after the deadline. Refunds are processed within 30 days upon withdrawal from the university.
Students who wish to withdraw must submit a formal application with reasons, and the refund amount will be calculated based on the number of months attended and pending dues.