Fee Structure
The fee structure for the Bachelor of Arts program at Government Degree College Puttur Chittoor is comprehensive and transparent, covering all aspects of academic and extracurricular activities. The total annual fee includes tuition fees, hostel charges, mess advance, student benevolent fund, medical fees, gymkhana fees, and examination fees.
| Semester | Tuition Fee (INR) | Hostel Rent (INR) | Mess Advance (INR) | Student Benevolent Fund (INR) | Medical Fees (INR) | Gymkhana Fees (INR) | Examination Fees (INR) | Total (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
| 2 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
| 3 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
| 4 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
| 5 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
| 6 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
| 7 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
| 8 | 40,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 | 1,500 | 98,500 |
Hostel and Mess Charges
Hostel accommodations are available in single, double, and triple occupancy rooms. The hostel charges cover room rent, utilities, security, and maintenance services. Students are required to pay an initial mess advance that covers meals for the entire semester.
The mess billing system is designed to be fair and transparent, with options for vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. Rebate policies apply to students who reside off-campus or have special dietary requirements. The college ensures high-quality catering services with regular hygiene checks and nutritional balance.
Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships
The college offers various financial aid options for meritorious students and those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Eligibility criteria include academic performance, income slabs, and reservation categories.
- Merit Scholarships: For top-performing students with consistent academic excellence.
- Income-Based Concessions: For families with annual income below specified thresholds.
- Reservation Category Scholarships: For SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, and PwD candidates.
- MCM (Minority Community Merit) Scholarships: For students from minority communities.
Applications for financial aid must be submitted online with supporting documents. The selection process considers academic achievements, financial need, and category-specific requirements.
Payment Procedures & Refund Policy
The payment procedures are straightforward, with installment plans available for eligible students. Payment deadlines are strictly enforced to ensure timely processing of enrollments and academic records.
Refund policies govern withdrawal requests, late payments, and administrative fees. Detailed guidelines on these procedures are communicated to students during orientation sessions. Late fee calculations are applied based on the number of days delayed in payment.