Living in Dehradun as a Student: Rooms, PGs & Expenses near UPES
Everything outstation students need to know before joining UPES or Graphic Era: hostel vs private PG costs, Bidholi & Kandoli locality guides, and tiffin meal services.
1. Campus Locality Overview: Bidholi & Kandoli
The UPES Energy Acres campus is located in Bidholi, while the School of Computer Science and Design sits in Kandoli. Both valleys have developed vibrant student communities with dozens of managed PGs, study cafes, stationary stores, and local transit shuttles.
- Look for accommodations within 1.5 km of Bidholi Gate to walk to 8:30 AM lectures.
- Ensure your PG includes high-speed Wi-Fi and power backup, essential for winter months.
2. Monthly Cost of Living Breakdown
Average student expenses in Dehradun range between ₹9,000 to ₹14,000 per month. A shared PG bed with 3 daily meals costs ₹6,500 to ₹8,500/month. Tiffin services, laundry pickup, and weekend trips to Mussoorie or Rishikesh make up the remainder.
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