General Facilities & Services | Campus Life

Catering & Hospitality

Dining Facilities at VGU Campus

From a full-service students' mess to a lively canteen and coffee shop — food at VGU is fresh, affordable and community-driven.

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Students’ Mess

Central Mess — 7,000+ Meals Daily

The university features a spacious on-campus Students' Mess with six dining spaces spread across two floors, accommodating over 7,000 meals daily. With a seating capacity of approximately 1,500, it serves students, faculty and staff through multiple food counters. Fresh meals are prepared daily, offering a variety of cuisines selected in consultation with the Students' Mess Committee. The Mess also caters to food and beverage requirements for various on-campus events.

Mess Timings

🌞 Breakfast

07:00 AM – 08:00 AM

☀️ Lunch

11:30 AM – 01:30 PM

☕ Snacks

04:30 PM – 05:15 PM

🌓 Dinner

07:30 PM – 09:00 PM

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Canteen

Campus Canteen

The canteen is a popular spot for students to unwind and relax with friends while enjoying high-quality food. With a seating capacity of approximately 200, it offers a wide range of food options including bakery items and fast food, at nominal rates in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

Canteen Timings

Regular Days

7:30 AM – 10:30 PM

Exam Days

7:30 AM – 12:00 AM

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Coffee Shop

Campus Coffee Shop

The coffee shop provides the perfect setting for casual interactions and a refreshing break. It offers a variety of modern-day refreshments at affordable, student-friendly pricing with a strong emphasis on hygiene. Available from morning until evening.

Campus Facilities

Key Campus Infrastructure

565 Seats

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Auditorium

Located on the 2nd floor of the Technology Block with a seating capacity of approximately 565. It serves as a venue for national and international conferences, special lectures, concerts, performances, and key university ceremonies such as annual student inductions and inaugurations.

5,000 sq. ft.

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Gymnasium

A state-of-the-art 5,000 sq. ft. indoor gymnasium on campus, equipped with modern fitness facilities. Open every morning and evening, ensuring students have the flexibility to prioritise their fitness at their convenience.

Additional Facilities

Everything You Need on Campus

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Provision Store

Open seven days a week from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Also provides printing and photocopying services for a fee.

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Book & Stationery Shop

Open on all weekdays for student stationery, books and academic supplies.

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Transport for Hostellers

Transportation provided to off-campus hostel students to access the Students' Mess during meal times, particularly in inclement weather.

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RO Drinking Water

Drinking water coolers with RO filtration available in each hostel.

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24×7 Electricity & Wi-Fi

24/7 electricity with backup power, water supply and Wi-Fi connectivity in each hostel.

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CCTV Surveillance

CCTV cameras installed at entrances of all hostels, along corridors on all floors and in the campus foyer for enhanced security.

General Services

Student Support Services

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Lost and Found

Located at the reception on the ground floor of all three blocks — Academic, Technology and Administrative — as well as in all hostels. Unattended items should be deposited here. Owners may reclaim belongings upon proper authentication. Valuable items are kept for 30 days; non-valuable items for 10 days.

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Housekeeping — Boys & Girls Hostels

Students are required to dispose trash into the central dustbin on respective hostel floors. Washrooms are cleaned regularly as per the schedule posted on washroom doors. Room cleaning is available on request via the Zo Scholar App. Emergency housekeeping helpline: +91-9829555509 or +91-7984090003.

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Laundry Services

A centralised laundry service is available for hostellers on a fixed collection and return schedule set by the laundry vendor. The rate card can be obtained from the Hostel Warden.

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ATM

An ATM is available on campus, located near Gate No. 2.

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Cloakroom Facility

A complimentary cloakroom facility is available for hostellers to securely store personal belongings during semester breaks or vacations. Students may coordinate with the Hostel Warden to reserve space for a specified duration.

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Mailroom

Located at the reception desk on the ground floor of the Technology Block. Available 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on all working days. The university shall not be responsible for any courier not collected within 48 hours.

Campus Facilities