If students are staying in hostels for university examinations or semester classes during the vacation, documents such as examination timetables, semester-class schedules or relevant notices should be submitted while seeking permission. (Photo for representation)
Government college hostels functioning under the Department of Collegiate Education in Keralam will remain closed during the summer vacation declared by universities, except in cases such as university examinations, semester classes or other urgent circumstances, according to a circular issued by the department.
A recent circular issued in this regard states that when universities declare the summer vacation, generally during April and May, the hostels attached to colleges should also observe the vacation.
However, if university examinations, semester classes or other urgent circumstances require a hostel to function beyond March 31, the Principal should obtain prior permission from the Director of Collegiate Education.
If students are staying in hostels for university examinations or semester classes during the vacation, documents such as examination timetables, semester-class schedules or relevant notices should be submitted while seeking permission.
The circular also directs college authorities to adopt steps to prevent unauthorised persons from staying in the hostels. Wardens have been directed to ensure that only students of the respective college, who have secured admission to the hostel, resides in the facility.
If outsiders or students from other institutions are found staying in the hostel, the warden should report the matter in writing to the Principal and adopt necessary measures to remove the unauthorised occupants. Legal action should be initiated if the warden is unable to do so, the circular states.
Published – October 07, 2026 08:45 pm IST
