Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, is set to gain a significant addition to its campus infrastructure with the construction of a new boys’ hostel by Ramacivil India. Valued at Rs. 166 crore, the project underlines the growing focus on upgrading residential facilities at India’s premier technical institutions as student strength continues to rise.
The hostel project marks an important milestone for Jharkhand’s education ecosystem and adds to the state’s expanding portfolio of large institutional developments. For Ramacivil India, it represents another step forward in its growing presence in high-value, education-led infrastructure projects.
Designed for scale, comfort, and community
The boys’ hostel is being developed over a built-up area of approximately 5.53 acres and will take the form of a 10-storey building with multiple residential wings. Each wing has been carefully planned to ensure efficient use of space, ample natural light, and cross-ventilation, elements that are increasingly seen as essential in student housing.
The design balances privacy with shared spaces, allowing students to focus on academics while also encouraging interaction and community living. Recreational, administrative, and utility areas are integrated into the complex, reflecting a contemporary approach to campus residential planning in line with the standards expected at IIT (ISM).
Project details at a glance
The project involves the construction of a 10-storey boys’ hostel with a total capacity of 800 beds. Designed by Benjamin Benjamin and Vats Architects, Engineers and Urban Planners, the development forms part of a larger campus expansion spread across 21 acres.
Ramacivil India is executing the project as the construction partner for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. The overall project value of Rs. 166.20 crore includes the hostel under Phase 1 and additional residential developments planned under Phases 2 and 3. The project is currently under construction.
Focus on safety and efficient operations
Safety and operational efficiency are central to the hostel’s design. The ground floor will house key infrastructure such as a centrally monitored Building Management System (BMS) and a Fire Control Room. Administrative offices, a warden’s room, and a designated visitor waiting area are also planned at the entrance level to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning.
Special attention has been paid to accessibility, with washrooms designed to accommodate persons with disabilities, reflecting a more inclusive approach to campus infrastructure.
Spaces that go beyond accommodation
The hostel is conceived as more than just a place to sleep. Student-centric amenities form a key part of the project. These include a cafeteria, two TV rooms, and an indoor recreation area equipped with four table tennis tables, offering students spaces to unwind beyond academic hours.
Outdoor facilities include three badminton courts, landscaped green courtyards, and water bodies that add to the campus environment. Practical infrastructure such as an underground water tank and dedicated parking for bicycles and two-wheelers supports sustainable campus mobility.
Efficient residential planning
The typical residential floors are laid out with efficiency in mind. Each wing contains 10 rooms per floor, accommodating 20 beds per wing. Across all floors, this configuration adds up to a total of 800 beds.
To support everyday student needs, two drying balconies have been provided on every floor in each wing. With 80 drying balconies in total, the design ensures adequate ventilation and functional utility, features often overlooked in large-scale hostel developments.
Building for the future of education
Commenting on the project, Parveen Gupta, Director at Ramacivil India Constructions, said the hostel represents more than a construction assignment. He noted that projects of this nature contribute directly to strengthening the foundations of education by providing safe, sustainable, and well-planned living spaces for students.
He added that supporting institutions like IIT (ISM) Dhanbad aligns with the company’s broader commitment to nation-building through infrastructure that nurtures young talent.
Strengthening Jharkhand’s institutional landscape
As IIT (ISM) Dhanbad continues to expand its academic and research footprint, the new hostel is expected to play a critical role in improving campus life for students. For Jharkhand, the project signals steady progress in attracting and executing high-quality institutional infrastructure, reinforcing the state’s role in India’s higher education ecosystem.
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