Fee Structure Overview
The fee structure for the Mechanical Engineering program at S S S S S P U Government Polytechnic is designed to be transparent and affordable while covering all essential educational and infrastructure costs. The total cost is divided into semester-wise payments to ease financial burden on students.
| 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
| 2nd | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
| 3rd | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
| 4th | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
| 5th | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
| 6th | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
| 7th | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
| 8th | 35,000 | 25,000 | 15,000 | 500 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 85,000 |
Fee Components Explanation
Each fee component serves a specific purpose and contributes to the overall educational experience:
- Tuition Fee: Covers instruction, library access, laboratory usage, and other academic resources.
- Hostel Rent: Provides accommodation facilities with basic amenities and security services.
- Mess Advance: Ensures availability of meals during the semester without daily payment.
- Student Benevolent Fund: Supports students facing financial hardships or emergencies.
- Medical Fees: Covers basic healthcare services and medicines provided by the campus medical center.
- Gymkhana Fees: Funds sports activities, fitness facilities, and recreational programs.
- Examination Fees: Covers administrative costs associated with conducting exams and issuing certificates.
Hostel & Mess Charges
The hostel facility at S S S S S P U Government Polytechnic is designed to provide a comfortable living environment for students. The campus offers multiple types of rooms with varying amenities:
Room Types and Amenities
- Single Occupancy Room: 10 sq.meters, private bathroom, AC/Non-AC option.
- Double Occupancy Room: 15 sq.meters, shared bathroom, AC/Non-AC option.
- Triple Occupancy Room: 20 sq.meters, shared bathroom, AC/Non-AC option.
Mess Billing System
The mess billing system is based on meal consumption and includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner for each day of the semester. The monthly mess advance covers meals for 30 days:
- Breakfast: Rs. 25 per meal
- Lunch: Rs. 40 per meal
- Dinner: Rs. 40 per meal
Rebate Policies
Students can avail rebates under certain conditions:
- Weekend Leave: Full rebate for weekends when students are away from campus.
- Holiday Periods: Partial rebate during scheduled holidays (10-15 days per semester).
- Medical Leave: Full rebate for up to 7 consecutive days of medical leave with doctor's certificate.
Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships
To ensure accessibility to quality education, S S S S S P U Government Polytechnic offers various financial assistance schemes for deserving students:
Eligibility Criteria
- SC/ST/PwD Students: 100% fee waiver with additional support.
- EWS Category: 50% fee concession based on income certificate.
- MCM (Minority Community): 25% fee concession for eligible students.
Scholarship Benefits
- Merit-Based Scholarships: Top 10% students receive full fee waivers and monthly stipends.
- Performance-Based Grants: Students achieving CGPA > 9.0 get annual cash grants of Rs. 20,000.
- Need-Based Assistance: Financial aid for students from economically weaker sections with documented proof.
Application Process
Students must submit applications through the official portal with required documents including income certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and academic records. The process is completed within 15 working days after submission.
Payment Procedures & Refund Policy
The payment procedures are designed to be user-friendly and secure:
Payment Deadlines
- Semester Fees: Must be paid within 10 days of admission or start of semester.
- Late Fee: Rs. 500 per day for delayed payments beyond deadline.
Refund Rules
- Withdrawal Before Commencement: Full refund within 15 working days.
- Withdrawal After Commencement: Refund of remaining fees after deducting administrative charges (Rs. 2,000).
- Transfer Requests: Refund processed within 30 working days upon receiving transfer certificate.
Secure Payment Methods
Payments can be made through net banking, debit/credit cards, UPI, or bank drafts. All transactions are secured using SSL encryption and comply with financial regulations.