Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Institute of Technology (DBRAIT) provides safe, secure, and disciplined residential facilities for both male and female students through its Boys’ and Girls’ Hostels. These hostels primarily cater to students from inter-island and remote areas of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, ensuring a supportive environment conducive to academic focus, personal growth, and overall wellbeing.

Boys’ Hostel Overview

The DBRAIT Boys’ Hostel was established in 1993 with an initial capacity of 60 students. Over the years, the infrastructure has been expanded to meet growing demands, and the hostel currently has a sanctioned capacity of 144 students. The hostel plays a key role in providing access to higher education while ensuring safety, discipline, and a homely environment for students.

Girls’ Hostel Overview

The DBRAIT Girls’ Hostel was established in 1994 with an initial capacity of 40 students and was later expanded to accommodate up to 120 students. The hostel focuses on ensuring safety, security, and a nurturing environment for female students, particularly those from remote and inter-island regions.

Administration & Governance

The hostels are administered by the Chief Hostel Warden, Hostel Wardens, caretakers, and support staff. Student Hostel Committees function under the guidance of hostel authorities to assist in coordination, maintenance reporting, cultural activities, and discipline.

Common Amenities

- Furnished rooms with basic furniture
- Hygienic mess and dining facilities
- RO drinking water
- 24×7 electricity backup
- Study rooms and common areas
- Indoor sports and recreation facilities
- Library facilities
- Laundry facilities
- First-aid and medical support with local hospitals

Safety & Security

Both hostels are equipped with round-the-clock security personnel, CCTV surveillance in common areas, fire safety measures, emergency contact displays, and active Anti-Ragging and Internal Complaints Committees (ICC).

Student Support & Wellbeing

DBRAIT hostels emphasize student wellbeing through counselling support, health and hygiene drives, wellness activities, awareness programs, and structured student committees that encourage leadership, discipline, and active participation.

• Students must read and sign hostel rules before admission; rules will be displayed in the hostel.
• Ragging is strictly prohibited in any form as per AICTE norms. An affidavit is mandatory.
• Rooms are subject to inspection by hostel authorities at any time.
• Daily Yoga classes are compulsory.
• No extra furniture or electrical appliances allowed.
• Silence hours: 10:00 PM – 5:30 AM.
• Alcohol, drugs, smoking is strictly prohibited.
• Attendance is mandatory before 5:30 PM.
• Outing without permission is punishable.
• Dress code and cleanliness norms must be strictly followed.
• Visitors allowed with prior permission from the Chief Hostel Warden/HW only in designated areas and timings.
• Minimum one month notice required for vacating hostel.