What to Bring?

A list of must haves and things required to help you have a wonderful stay at IIT Roorkee!

Legend

Blue

Could be brought from home if you own them already

Red

Must be brought from home

Green

Best to purchase from Roorkee

As you pack your bags for Roorkee with a twinkle in your eyes, trying to anticipate what secrets ahead lie, in the white mansion haunted till date by the ghost of the late James Thomason, fret not, Geek Gazette is here with the ultimate checklist of all essentials you mustn’t forget as you embark on the journey of your college life-

Clothing and Umbrella

Roorkee’s weather is quite humid in the period of July to September. Do carry clothes accordingly and you could get a shirt or two for your freshers’ .

Essential Electronics

Laptop, mobile phone, chargers, earphones. Although you can buy a laptop later, it’d be best to have one from the start.

Naphthalene Balls

Roorkee’s weather is quite humid in the period of July to September. Do carry clothes accordingly and you could get a shirt or two for your freshers’ .

Documents

Id proofs and passport size photographs. They are the most important requirement. Even if you forget everything else at home be sure to carry these.

Wall Posters

Cool wall posters and hangings to liven up the mundane plastered walls, add on some colorful LEDs to make a cosy discotheque in your hostel room!

Daily Needs

Stationery and notebooks, Washing soap for clothes and utensils, Cloth drying clips, Mattress and pillow, Mosquito repellent/ Racquets, Optional (highly suggested): a Cycle

Footwear

Chappals and sport shoes being the bare minimum, can be topped up with other fancy pairs if you like

Pickles

Mummy ke haath ke pickles and non perishable snacks (you will surely be grateful for these as you embark on a camaraderie with the (in)famous mess ka khana)

Utensils

Few utensils like a mug, glass, plate, spoons, bowls, a kettle (comes handy in the event of a sore throat, chilly winters or late night maggi cravings) etc.

Finally, come to the IITR campus with a curious and receptive mind, and with readiness to step out of your comfort zone. As cliché as it may sound, these years will be among the best years of your life!

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