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Study in Bhubaneswar

This guide explains student life in Bhubaneswar, India, including an estimated monthly student budget of $281, Tropical savanna climate with hot, humid summers, heavy monsoons, and mild, dry winters., Student Visa (S Visa) guidance, 11 universities. Explore verified details for India below.

Bhubaneswar, India
Bhubaneswar, India — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$281
Climate
Tropical savanna climate with hot, humid summers, heavy monsoons, and mild, dry winters.
Safety score
65/100
English friendliness
60%
Student visa
Student Visa (S Visa)
Work while studying
International students on a Student Visa in India are strictly prohibited from engaging in any employment or part-time work.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$121
  • Food$40
  • Transport$45
  • Leisure$75

Rent is for An air-conditioned room in a KIIT University student hostel.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Extremely affordable cost of living and tuition compared to global standards.
  • Growing educational hub with prominent institutions like IIT Bhubaneswar and KIIT.
  • Rich cultural heritage with historic temples and proximity to coastal attractions.

Considerations

  • Intense heat and high humidity during the summer months.
  • International students are not legally permitted to work part-time.
  • While English is widely used on campus, navigating local markets may require some Hindi or Odia.

Student housing in Bhubaneswar

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Bhubaneswar, India. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Bhubaneswar

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Rent and food figures follow the 2023 KIIT University (Bhubaneswar) international student hostel and mess fees published by the Embassy of India. Transport and leisure follow the Indian government's 'Study in India' official monthly estimates. All figures were originally published in USD. Figures apply to 2023.

Figures for Bhubaneswar are taken from the published official student budgets listed below, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2023. Last reviewed September 2026.

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