IISER Thiruvananthapuram Infrastructure Details

Midhun Hari

Infrastructure Facilities at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, [IISER] Thiruvananthapuram:

IISER, Thiruvananthapuram is located at the foothills of the western ghat ecosystem surrounded by mountains and thick evergreen forests. The campus is spread over in an area of 200 acres which is located in Vithura which is 40km from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The college is well equipped with all the basic necessities required for students. IISER also provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls which can accommodate up to 1050 students. A mess is also provided to the students which serve multi-cuisine meals at a very pocket-friendly and hygenic manner.

At present, the main campus comprises of the physics, chemistry and biology science buildings. Separate hostel facilities are provided to the students. Two dining halls are provided inside the hostel buildings. An Indoor stadium is also provided.

Central Library:

The college is equipped with a central library which provides the students with all the kinds of books related to the science and research field. The library is Wi-Fi enabled and has e-book facilities, magazines, journals and other informational articles. Students can get access to the library from 9 am to 10 pm on working days and 9 am to 5:30 pm on holidays.

Health Care:

IISER takes special care when it comes to the safety and medical care of the students. 24*7 medical care is available within the college campus. Well trained medical staff are available round the clock. In case of an emergency, which requires immediate medical assistance an ambulance is available inside the campus which will take the patient to a bigger hospital.

Other Facilities:

The campus is under security surveillance 24*7, equipped with CCTV cameras. An ATM is also available within the college campus, where students can withdraw cash anytime without any problem. Automated washing machine facilities are also available on payment basis.