Fee Structure Overview
The fee structure for the Agriculture program at Sai Nath University Ranchi is designed to provide high-quality education while ensuring affordability for students from diverse backgrounds. The total cost for the entire program is approximately INR 350,000, distributed across four years of study.
Semester | Tuition Fee (INR) | Hostel Rent (INR) | Mess Advance (INR) | Student Benevolent Fund (INR) | Medical Fees (INR) | Gymkhana Fees (INR) | Examination Fees (INR) | Total Fee (INR) |
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1 | 85000 | 60000 | 20000 | 1000 | 3000 | 2000 | 5000 | 186000 |
2 | 85000 | 60000 | 20000 | 1000 | 3000 | 2000 | 5000 | 186000 |
3 | 85000 | 60000 | 20000 | 1000 | 3000 | 2000 | 5000 | 186000 |
4 | 85000 | 60000 | 20000 | 1000 | 3000 | 2000 | 5000 | 186000 |
Fee Components Explanation
Each component of the fee structure serves a specific purpose and contributes to providing a holistic educational experience:
- Tuition Fee: This covers the cost of instruction, laboratory sessions, and academic resources. The tuition fee is fixed for each semester and reflects the quality of faculty and infrastructure provided by the university.
- Hostel Rent: The hostel rent covers accommodation in university-managed dormitories. The university provides comfortable and secure living environments with basic amenities for students.
- Mess Advance: This is an advance payment towards food expenses in the university mess. Students are required to pay a monthly mess advance, which is adjusted at the end of each month based on actual consumption.
- Student Benevolent Fund: This fund supports students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds through scholarships and financial assistance programs.
- Medical Fees: Covers basic medical services and health check-ups provided by the university's medical facility.
- Gymkhana Fees: Supports the maintenance of sports facilities and recreational activities on campus.
- Examination Fees: Covers the cost of conducting examinations, including evaluation, grading, and result processing.
Hostel & Mess Charges
The university provides well-equipped hostel facilities for students to ensure a comfortable and conducive learning environment:
Hostel Room Types
- Single Occupancy Room: A private room with individual study space, basic furniture, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Double Occupancy Room: Shared room for two students with common study areas and facilities.
- Triple Occupancy Room: Shared room for three students, promoting teamwork and social interaction.
Mess Billing System
The mess billing system is designed to be transparent and fair:
- Monthly Advance: Students pay a monthly advance towards their food expenses, which is adjusted at the end of each month based on actual consumption.
- Daily Meal Rates: The daily meal rates are fixed and include breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all students.
- Adjustment Mechanism: Any excess or deficit in the advance payment is adjusted during the monthly billing cycle.
Rebate Policies
The university offers several rebate policies to support students:
- Academic Performance Rebate: Students with excellent academic performance may receive partial or full rebates on hostel and mess charges.
- Financial Need Rebate: Students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds are eligible for significant rebates based on their financial situation.
- Attendance Rebate: Regular attendance in classes and hostel activities can lead to additional rebates.
Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships
The university is committed to providing financial support to students from diverse backgrounds through various fee waiver and concession schemes:
Eligibility Criteria
- SC/ST/PwD Category: Students belonging to SC, ST, or PwD categories are eligible for 100% fee waivers on tuition fees and other components.
- EWS Category: Students from the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category are eligible for a 50% discount on all fees.
- MCM Category: Widows, divorced women, and other single mothers are eligible for partial fee concessions based on their income level.
Scholarship Benefits
Several scholarships are available to meritorious students:
- Merit Scholarship: Awarded to top-performing students based on academic excellence and leadership qualities.
- Need-Based Scholarship: Provided to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Research Excellence Scholarship: Offered to students who demonstrate exceptional research capabilities in agriculture-related fields.
Application Process
The application process for fee waivers and scholarships is straightforward:
- Application Form: Students must fill out the online application form available on the university website.
- Document Submission: Required documents such as income certificates, caste certificates, and academic records must be uploaded.
- Verification Process: The university conducts a thorough verification process to ensure eligibility.
- Approval and Disbursement: Approved applications are processed for fee concessions or scholarships, which are reflected in the student's account.
Payment Procedures & Refund Policy
The university follows a strict payment procedure to ensure timely processing of fees:
Payment Deadlines
- Semester Fees: Students must pay semester fees by the specified deadline, typically one week before the start of each semester.
- Hostel Fees: Monthly hostel fees must be paid by the 5th of each month to avoid any penalties.
- Mess Advance: The monthly mess advance is collected at the beginning of each month.
Late Fee Calculations
For late payments, a penalty of 2% per month is charged on the outstanding amount:
- Semester Fees: Late payment of semester fees incurs a penalty of 2% per month.
- Hostel Fees: Late payment of hostel fees results in a penalty of 2% per month.
- Mess Advance: Late payment of mess advance is penalized at 2% per month.
Refund Policy
The refund policy for the Agriculture program is as follows:
- Withdrawal Before Academic Session: Students who withdraw before the start of the academic session are eligible for a full refund of all fees, minus administrative charges.
- Withdrawal During Academic Session: Students who withdraw during the academic session may be eligible for partial refunds based on the number of weeks attended and other factors.
- Refund Processing Time: Refunds are processed within 30 days of the withdrawal application being approved.