Fee Structure for Culinary Arts Program

The fee structure for the Culinary Arts program at Government Institute Of Hotel Management And Applied Nutrition is designed to be transparent and affordable, with provisions for financial assistance for meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Annual Fee Breakdown

Detailed Explanation of Fee Components

Tuition Fee (INR 60,000): Covers the cost of instruction, including faculty salaries, course materials, and administrative support. This fee is adjusted annually based on inflation and institutional costs.

Hostel Rent (INR 15,000): Includes accommodation in a modern hostel facility equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, laundry services, and 24/7 security. Room types include single, double, and triple occupancy options.

Mess Advance (INR 20,000): A one-time payment covering the cost of meals for the entire semester. The mess billing system is transparent, with daily consumption tracked through an online portal.

Student Benevolent Fund (INR 2,000): A fund used to support students facing financial hardships or emergencies during their studies.

Medical Fees (INR 1,500): Covers basic medical services and healthcare facilities provided by the campus health center.

Gymkhana Fees (INR 1,000): Supports extracurricular activities including sports, cultural events, and student clubs.

Examination Fees (INR 2,500): Covers the cost of conducting examinations, including evaluation and result processing.

Hostel & Mess Charges

The hostel facility offers various room types to accommodate different preferences:

• Single Occupancy Room: INR 15,000 per semester, featuring a private bathroom, desk, and wardrobe.
• Double Occupancy Room: INR 12,000 per semester, sharing common facilities with one roommate.
• Triple Occupancy Room: INR 10,000 per semester, shared among three students with basic amenities.

The mess system operates on a daily billing basis, where each meal costs approximately INR 80-100. Students can track their consumption through a mobile app and manage payments online.

Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships

Financial assistance is available for students from economically weaker sections:

• SC/ST/PwD Category: 100% waiver on tuition fees with partial exemption on hostel charges.
• EWS Category: 50% waiver on tuition fees and 25% concession on hostel charges.
• MCM (Minority Community Members): 25% waiver on tuition fees with no concession on hostel charges.

Eligibility criteria for scholarships are based on income slabs:

• Income Below INR 1,00,000/year: Full scholarship covering all fees.
• Income Between INR 1,00,000 - 2,00,000/year: Partial scholarship covering 50% of tuition fees.
• Income Between INR 2,00,000 - 4,00,000/year: Partial scholarship covering 25% of tuition fees.

To apply for scholarships, students must submit income certificates and other required documents via the official portal.

Payment Procedures & Refund Policy

Payments are to be made through net banking or credit/debit cards. The deadline for fee payment is set at the beginning of each semester. Late payments incur a penalty of INR 1,000 per week.

In case of withdrawal from the program:

• Before Joining: Full refund minus a processing fee of INR 5,000.
• Within First Month: 80% refund of total fees paid.
• After First Month: No refund is granted unless the student is admitted to another institution.

Refunds are processed within 30 working days after submission of all required documents and approval from the finance department.