Fee Structure Overview
The total fee for the Petroleum Engineering program at Pandit Deendayal Energy University Gandhinagar is ₹350,000 for the entire duration of four years. This includes tuition fees, hostel charges, mess advance, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Annual Fee Breakdown
| Semester | Tuition Fee | Hostel Rent | Mess Advance | Student Benevolent Fund | Medical Fees | Gymkhana Fees | Examination Fees | Total Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ₹80,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹152,500 |
| Year 2 | ₹80,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹152,500 |
| Year 3 | ₹80,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹152,500 |
| Year 4 | ₹80,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹152,500 |
Fee Components Explanation
- Tuition Fee: Covers academic instruction and course materials.
- Hostel Rent: Accommodation charges for students living on campus.
- Mess Advance: Monthly food charges for hostel residents.
- Student Benevolent Fund: Funds allocated for student welfare activities.
- Medical Fees: Coverage for basic healthcare services available on campus.
- Gymkhana Fees: Charges for sports and recreational facilities.
- Examination Fees: Costs associated with conducting end-of-semester exams.
Hostel & Mess Charges
The university offers multiple hostel options to accommodate students based on their preferences:
- Single Room: ₹15,000/month
- Double Room: ₹20,000/month
- Triple Room: ₹25,000/month
The mess billing system is transparent and includes charges for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Rebates are provided for students who do not require meals on certain days or if they leave the hostel temporarily.
Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships
Several financial aid options are available to eligible students:
- SC/ST/PwD Category: Eligible candidates receive a 100% waiver on tuition fees.
- EWS Category: Students from economically weaker sections get a 50% concession on tuition fees.
- MCM (Minority Community Member): Receiving a 25% discount on tuition fees.
Applications for these benefits must be submitted along with supporting documents during the admission process. The university evaluates each application based on income slabs and other eligibility criteria.
Payment Procedures & Refund Policy
All payments must be made through online banking or NEFT/RTGS transfers to the university's designated accounts. Late payments incur a penalty of ₹500 per day until full payment is received.
The refund policy applies in cases of withdrawal from the program, where 90% of fees are refunded after deducting administrative charges and hostel rent for the semester already completed.