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The College has two Boarding Houses, Anjuman House and Avadh House that can accommodate almost 200 resident scholars. The former houses students from Classes 1 to 8 while the latter is for students from Classes 9 to 12.

The Anjuman House has a matron for students from Classes 1 to 5 and two resident housemasters for students from Classes 6 to 8. The Avadh House lodges students from Classes 9 to 12 and has two resident housemasters to supervise and co-ordinate the academic and extra-curricular activities of the resident students.

Television sets, Table Tennis, Badminton, Volley Ball and indoor sports facilities are provided in each of the two Houses. The resident scholars assemble in the Common Rooms in their leisure to entertain themselves. Water coolers are installed to provide cold drinking water in the summers and geysers are available during the winters.

The College owns extensive playgrounds and swimming pools. There is a Squash Court and a Horse Riding Pit. Facilities for indoor as well as out-door games are available to the students which give them ample opportunities to develop their athletic skills.

The Mess has a long history of serving delicious food that is nutritious at the same time. Non vegetarian dishes are served more than twice a week. All dishes are prepared by trained chefs, and served generously to the residents. In case of illness, students are admitted to the 16 bed Infirmary owned by the College. Sick students are looked after by a full-time Compounder and three ward boys. The Senior Medical Officer of the local Balrampur Hospital or the Medical College visits the College Infirmary from time to time. He is available in an emergency.

Height, weight and chest measurements are recorded in the Progress Report of every child is sent to the parents regularly. The parents of a new Boarder are supposed to furnish a Health Certificate, based on which subsequent information and routine inoculations are given to the students.
 
 Boarding House Rules
 
The Boarding Houses aim at providing a co-operative life-style, inculcating a sense of self-discipline.
The rules and regulations are strictly followed, and can be summed up as under
 
Boarders are not supposed to stay in their rooms/dormitories during College Hours. The Boarding Houses are out of bounds for the Day Scholars. Boarders are not allowed to call their friends, whether they are Day Scholars or outsiders, to their rooms.
In case of any damage to Boarding House property, the defaulter is supposed to pay the full cost of the damaged property along with an additional penalty, which may be imposed by the House Master.
Seniors are not supposed to visit the Junior Wing, unless they have the explicit permission of the House Master.
Electric bulbs are not issued by the College.
The use of appliances like heaters, electric irons, radios and transistors is strictly prohibited. If a Boarder is found possessing any of these appliances, he is liable to be expelled from the Boarding House.
Possession of obscene and vulgar literature will lead to dire consequences including expulsion from the College.
Boarders are advised not to keep costly items (like jewelry) with them. Money exceeding Rs. 50/- will be confiscated and returned only to the parents at the end of the term. In the event of a theft or loss of valuable property or cash exceeding Rs. 50/- the Boarder himself will be held responsible.
Parents are requested to open an account in the names of their wards at the Central Bank of India situated within the campus, and deposit the desired pocket money in that account. The minimum pocket money is Rs. 20/- per month, and the maximum is Rs. 40/- per month.
The timings fixed for study, games and the mess are strictly adhered to. During games hours, Boarders are expected to be at the field. Those who are genuinely ill can be exempted, and allowed to remain in their rooms/dormitories, provided they obtain the permission of the House Master and verified by the school doctor.
Boarders will wear such dress as behoves the traditions of the College. During their off time in the Boarding House, wearing of Lungis or any civilian dress is strictly prohibited. Civilian dress is only allowed once a child is leaving with parents for holidays.
Students are expected to shave and have regular haircuts. They must also keep their rooms neat and clean. In course of the weekly inspections, cases of habitual tardiness will be reported to the parents and guardians.
Boarders going out on short leaves must obtain prior permission from the House Masters. They ought not to go out in any case without making the requisite entries in the Short Leave Register. It is compulsory for the Boarders to go out in their College Uniform. They must always carry their Identity Cards with them while going out.
Overnight leave can be granted only under special circumstances by the Principal after getting a written request from the parent or guardian.
All cases of sickness are to be reported to the College Infirmary.
Parents are requested not to visit their wards during weekdays. On Sundays, the Visiting Hours are from 10 A. M. to 5 P. M.
In case a Boarder needs extra coaching, the guardian can make a request to the Principal, through the House Master, to make the necessary arrangements.
The Principals inspect the Boarding Houses regularly.
Mess
 
A balanced diet is served to the Boarders. The mess is under the direct control of the College authorities, and both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes are served. A mess Manager ensures that the students are getting their diets, and that the food being served is healthy and hygienic.

Parents and guardians are expected to inform the House Masters whether their ward is vegetarian or non-vegetarian at the time of joining the Boarding House. Under no circumstances will the meals be served in the rooms. Boarders are expected to report at the mess punctually at meal hours and observe the mess rules. Silence should be observed during the meals. All meals are served after a short prayer.
 
 
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