Fee Structure Overview
The total fee structure for the Mechanical Engineering program at Government Polytechnic Kaladhungi includes tuition fees, hostel rent, mess advance, and other miscellaneous charges. The fee is paid semester-wise, with a detailed breakdown provided below.
| Fee Head | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Semester 5 | Semester 6 | Semester 7 | Semester 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 30000 | 30000 | 30000 | 30000 | 30000 | 30000 | 30000 | 30000 |
| Hostel Rent | 8000 | 8000 | 8000 | 8000 | 8000 | 8000 | 8000 | 8000 |
| Mess Advance | 7000 | 7000 | 7000 | 7000 | 7000 | 7000 | 7000 | 7000 |
| Student Benevolent Fund | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| Medical Fees | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 |
| Gymkhana Fees | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 |
| Examination Fees | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 |
| Total | 50000 | 50000 | 50000 | 50000 | 50000 | 50000 | 50000 | 50000 |
Fee Components Explained
Each component of the fee structure serves a specific purpose:
- Tuition Fee: Covers academic instruction, access to libraries, laboratories, and digital resources.
- Hostel Rent: Provides accommodation facilities on campus with basic amenities.
- Mess Advance: Prepaid mess charges for the semester, covering meals at campus canteens.
- Student Benevolent Fund: Supports students facing financial difficulties or emergencies.
- Medical Fees: Covers medical services and health checkups available on campus.
- Gymkhana Fees: Funds recreational activities, sports events, and cultural programs.
- Examination Fees: Covers costs associated with conducting end-of-semester exams.
Hostel & Mess Charges
The hostel facilities at Government Polytechnic Kaladhungi offer comfortable living arrangements for students. Hostel rooms are allocated on a sharing basis, typically accommodating 2-4 students per room.
Mess charges are collected as an advance and adjusted monthly based on consumption. Rebate policies apply to students who attend fewer meals or have special dietary requirements.
Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships
The institution offers several financial assistance programs:
- SC/ST/PwD Category: Eligible students receive up to 100% waiver on tuition fee and partial concession on hostel charges.
- EWS Category: Up to 50% waiver on tuition fee and full concession on mess advance.
- MCM (Minority Community): Eligible students receive 50% discount on tuition fee and full concession on other fees.
Applications for these concessions must be submitted along with supporting documents such as caste certificates, income proofs, or disability certificates.
Payment Procedures & Refund Policy
Fees must be paid before the start of each semester. Late payments incur a penalty of 5% per month on the outstanding amount. Refunds are processed according to the following rules:
- Students who withdraw from the program within the first week receive full refund.
- Withdrawals after the first week result in a deduction of 10% for administrative costs.
- No refunds are granted after the semester has started unless due to exceptional circumstances approved by the administration.