FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The FAQ section provides comprehensive answers to common questions related to various departments such as General Services, Hostel, Mess & Canteen, Gymkhana, Guiding and Counselling Cell, and Career and Placement Cell. This section is designed to help students, faculty, and staff find quick and reliable information without the need to contact department offices directly. This FAQ page aims to streamline the process of finding essential information, making it easily accessible to everyone in the campus community. Each section is meticulously organized to ensure that users can quickly navigate and find answers to their specific concerns.

General


General FAQs covers queries about campus amenities, student facilities, and administrative procedures, ensuring that everyone is well-informed about the resources available on campus.


  • Q : What is the area of service of Dean (Students) Secretariat?

    A: Dean (S) Office (DSO) deals with students’ related services and issues, having Gymkhana, Hostel, CnP & GCS cells as its different units. Its services include issuing of Student’s ID card, address proof certificate, character certificate, Hostel allotment, resolving mess/canteen related issues. Besides, students can approach the office for proper guidance for making their campus life comfortable.

  • Q: I am mentally and physically down. Who should I approach to and how?

    A: The Institute has Guiding & Counseling Services available where the students can approach the GCS - Counselor 24*7 for any of the mental health related issues. Also, the institute has 24*7 medical facilities available in both the campuses including Ayurvedic Panchkarma facility.

  • Q: I am new to the institute, is there any help available for me to be aware of the institute?

    A: From the very first day, 1 week long induction cum orientation program is conducted to make students well conversant with the atmosphere of the institute and its facilities.

  • Q I am a PwD student. What type of help is available in the institute for me?

    A: The institute has the special provisions for PwD candidates. Where needed, lifts and ramps are constructed. Almost all buildings of the institute have special rest rooms for such community members.

Hostels


Welcome to the Hostel FAQ section of IIT Mandi! Here, you'll find answers to all your questions related to hostel life, from accommodation details to daily routines. If you have any additional queries, feel free to reach out to our support team.


  • Q: How do I get the hostel allotted?

    A: As and when the student admitted to IIT Mandi, the hostel allotment would be taken care by the student office.

  • Q: How can I get change the hostel?

    A: A Student can apply for the same through SAMARTH Portal.

  • Q: I have lost my ID Card. How could I get the new one?

    A: Student is required to pay a minimum amount along with the copy of police complaint to get the new ID card made.

  • Q: I am married, doing doctorate from IIT Mandi. Is there any special accommodation for married scholars?

    A: Yes. There are limited no. of Married Scholar apartments for married scholars. The rules for the same is available here.

  • Q: Is there any insurance scheme for students? If yes, what is the process to claim for reimbursement?

    A: Yes, by submitting the original bill, the students can get the payment reimbursement.

  • Q: I want to leave the hostel for my personal tour. Is there need to give intimation for the same?

    A: Yes, to the concerned hostel caretaker, the student is required to submit the filled specified form.

  • Q: For what type of support should I approach to Dean Students Secretariat?

    A: Other than academic queries, students can approach for Hostel/Mess/canteen related issues, address proof, character certificate, Extra Co-Curricular activities, NSS activities.

  • Q:What all facilities provided in institute hostel?

    A: Every room has a Bed (without mattress), Study Table-Chair and Almirah. The common room of every hostel has the facility of Fridge, Induction cook-top, Electric Kettle, Microwave, Iron, Heater, Washing-Machine, TV, TT Table, indoor games.

  • Q: Is it mandatory to live in institute hostel?

    A: This is a fully residential campus, except few cases of PhD/MTech (Research) scholars based on request.

Mess & Canteen


Explore the culinary offerings at IIT Mandi's Mess & Canteen! Discover our diverse menu, dining hours, and meal plans tailored to meet your needs. Whether you're looking for a quick bite between classes or a hearty meal, we've got you covered with delicious options.


  • Q: I do not want to avail mess services temporarily. How can I get the mess-off?

    A: A request with proper justification along with the approval from Chief Warden is required can be made through the SAMARTH portal.

  • Q:I want to change my mess. What is the procedure to change the mess?

    A: To Change the mess, forms/options are invited once in every 2 months thorugh SAMARTH portal or by circulating Google form. The approval of Chief Warden is required for the same.

  • Q:I have some issue with the menu/hygiene of the mess/canteen. How can I get it resolved?

    A: Send details of the issue by email to deanstudentsoffice@iitmandi.ac.in.

  • Q: Can I avail mess and canteen service in vice-versa?

    A: No, only mess service is attached with the hostels. Canteens work independently.

Gymkhana


Explore the Gymkhana FAQ section to find answers to common queries about student clubs, events, facilities, and more at IIT Mandi. Whether you're curious about joining a club, participating in events, or accessing resources, our FAQ section is designed to provide you with all the information you need to enrich your student experience. If you have further questions, feel free to reach out—we're here to support your journey at our dynamic institute.

  • Q: What is Gymkhana?

    A: Gymkhana incorporates various societies and clubs, formulated and working under Deanery of students for active engagement of students in other than academic activities.

  • Q: I have special interest in a particular activity. Can I have opportunity to satisfy my skill?

    A:Yes, DSO have various societies and clubs. All these have a wide range of activities from art to culture, technical to sports. You can choose to be a part of any of these activities.

  • Q: Is the institute providing infrastructure and facilities for physical activities, like Sports and Gym etc.?

    A: Sports unit is a part of DSO. The institute have Cricket, Hockey, Football grounds, indoor/outdoor multiple courts for Badminton, TT, Squash, Volleyball, Basketball. Besides, one swimming pool, 3 Gymnasiums, two sports complexes are also part of Sports unit.

  • Q:What are the Extra co-curricular activities dedicated to 40 hours?

    A:All fresher students of UG batch are needed to complete 40 hours, one of three activities viz. NSS, Sports and Hiking & Trekking. All the students are randomly divided into these three activities to complete 40 hours activities.

  • Q: What, if I could not complete 40 hours?

    A: In case of any student is failed to complete 40 hours in its first year of the course, the pending hours would be carry forwarded to the next year to complete.

  • Q: Can I change/exchange my group of interest to other group of Extra Co-curricular activity?

    A: It is not possible.

  • Q: In case of any query related to students’ activities, whom should I approach to?

    A: There is an authority structure of Gymkhana related activities. At the top is Dean (S), followed by Chairperson-Students Activity Planning (Chair-SAP), Faculty Advisor-Society and then Faculty Advisor-Club.

  • Q How can I participate in any of the competition/event outside IIT Mandi?

    A: The institute has a provision to facilitate students to participate in the activities/competitions held outside the campus. The student is needed to approach through the specified society/club for the same.

Guidance and Counselling Cell


Welcome to the Guidance and Counselling Cell FAQ section at IIT Mandi, dedicated to addressing your queries about mental health services, career guidance, and personal development resources available on campus. Whether you're seeking advice on managing stress, exploring career options, or accessing confidential counselling sessions, our FAQ section aims to provide comprehensive answers to support your well-being and academic success. Explore the resources available and reach out to our dedicated team for personalized support—we're here to help you thrive during your time at our institute.

  • Q: When is counselling relevant for me as a student?

    A: Student life is full of challenges. Mostly we are able to cope with these as we go along. Sometimes however we may find that our academics, friends of family are posing odds that we find too complex to deal with creating emotional imbalances and stress. This may be the time when counselling sessions may prove useful and relevant in helping us find solutions to our problems.

  • Q: What kind of help can a student expect from a counsellor?

    A: A counsellor is a sounding board, a confidant and an expert at emotional and circumstantial problem solving. Whether a problem comes suddenly as a crisis or has been present for a long time, it can be looked into and helped. The counsellor builds a supportive environment and slowly helps a person build inner resources that enable effective coping.

  • Q: Can't I just talk to someone I know who's a good listener and get the same help that I would from a therapist?

    A: “No”. The bottom line is that patients want to and need to be listened to. They want a therapist who can listen to them in depth. That is what we offer: We listen to people in depth, over an extended period of time and with great intensity.

    Sharing with friends is both useful and natural. Sometimes sharing is enough and helps automatically. However, if after repeated sharing one still feels overwhelmed with one's problems counselling may be a better alternative to seek.

  • Q: Is going to a counsellor a sign of weakness or insanity?

    A: Absolutely not. We all need help time and again so that we can be happy and well adjusted. A counsellor functions with this understanding and it helps if the counselee sees the process as normal and useful too. Unnecessary fears and stigma is a sign of lack of information about the counselling process and are best ignored.

  • Q: Will my psychologist think I'm weird, crazy or sick?

    A: In a word, “no”. In fact, I think that anyone who enters psychotherapy is courageous and to be respected because they are doing something about their problems by facing and confronting them.

  • Q: Is going to a counsellor a financial burden?

    A: No, it is totally free of cost.

Career and Placement Cell


Welcome to the Career and Placement Cell FAQ section at IIT Mandi, your go-to resource for information on internships, placements, and career development opportunities. Discover answers to common questions about resume building, interview preparation, industry connections, and upcoming recruitment drives. Whether you're a student exploring career paths or preparing to enter the job market, our FAQ section is designed to assist you in navigating your professional journey effectively. Explore our services, workshops, and guidance to enhance your career prospects and achieve your goals.

  • Q: What all activities covered under CnP Cell?

    A: CnP activities consists of assisting students in securing internships and placements, organizing sessions that provide insights and guidance on starting and managing businesses, conducting sessions to inform students about opportunities and preparations for higher education, offering sessions focused on preparing for the UPSC and other competitive exams, and Helping students for preparing for aptitude tests, technical tests, and interviews through workshops, mock interviews, and training sessions.

  • Q: At which stage of course the CnP activities are started for a student?

    A: A UG student can register for CnPC at the end of his/her second year and can use the CnPC facility at the beginning of the third year. PG students can register and avail the CnPC facility in their first semester onwards. Please check the CnPC student policy uploaded on the website for details.