IIM Bodh Gaya Hostel

Despite the relatively recent establishment of IIM Bodh Gaya, the hostel life at the institution has thrived in terms of culture, fun, facilities, quality, and competitiveness.

During the orientation period, current students will assist you in adjusting to the challenging environment of Bihar. You will find yourself building a large network of connections in a short period of time.

Once the academic schedule is complete and you return to your new home, exciting activities await you. You can choose from a variety of activities, including sports like basketball, volleyball, cricket, football, badminton, and running, in the various courts and stadiums within the temporary campus. If you prefer indoor activities, there are options such as table tennis and carrom, or you can watch TV in the common room. For those interested in public speaking, there are opportunities to debate, discuss and engage in friendly competitions. The drama club, as well as singing, dancing, comedy, art, and reading clubs, are also available. For those who enjoy cooking, there is a fully equipped kitchen to make your favorite meals. And if you prefer to just eat, the canteen is open 24/7 to satisfy your cravings.

Competitions and events are a regular feature of life at IIM, and you will sense the competitive atmosphere among your peers. However, the more you help others, the more help you will receive, which can help you grow your networks, strengthen friendships, and potentially win competitions. With the diverse cultures represented at IIM, there are many major festivals celebrated throughout the year, which provide the opportunity to experience and learn about different traditions and customs. As a growing institution, you will also have the opportunity to shape the culture of the institution.

In summary, hostel life at an IIM is challenging, yet exciting and fun, hectic but rewarding, and demanding but skill-building. It is a unique and fantastic experience.

IIM Bodh Gaya has three hostels

1. Aryabhatta
2. Bhaskara
3. Hostel 3

Some major highlights of these hostels are

• The hostels are co-Ed
• The students are provided with single occupancy rooms 
• The hostels are regularly cleaned and therefore have a hygienic environment
• Every room has basic stuff like a table with locker, bed, mattress, shelves along with curtains
• The hostel also provides laundry facilities 
• 24/7 Free Wi-Fi accessibility makes it easy for the students to conduct research and indulge in online learning 
• The hostel has a common room where you can spend leisure time with your peers playing games, watching movies or news or simply chatting. It has sofas, table tennis, TV, carrom, chess, and poker.
• Healthy freaks can go to the gym situated above the common room that is decked with facilities 
• The sports culture is highly promoted as Bodh Gaya has a basketball court, volleyball court, futsal court, football ground, and badminton court for sports enthusiasts.

Mess

Like the hostel facilities, the mess here is also very good. Every hostel has a separate mess. Food is provided according to the 4 meals per day program that includes breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner. Both non-veg and veg cuisines are available. The mess is large enough to accommodate 50-60 people at a time. Hygiene is strictly maintained and clean drinking water is provided.

So both the mess and hostel facilities at IIM Bodh Gaya are decent enough to ensure a smooth and comfortable hostel life.