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Dhirubhai Ambani IICT- Infrastructure and Campus Facilities

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Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology, now Dhirubhai Ambani University, is a premier autonomous university established in 2001 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It is recognized for its academic excellence in ICT, BTech, MTech, and PhD programs, A+ NAAC accreditation, and strong placements, including a highest package of INR 82 LPA in 2024.

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Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology, now known as Dhirubhai Ambani University (DAU), is widely recognized for its pioneering contributions to Information and Communication Technology education in India. Established in 2001 as an autonomous university in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, it has consistently maintained high academic standards. The institution offers a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, including flagship BTech courses in Information and Communication Technology, Electronics and VLSI Design, and Mathematics and Computing, alongside various MTech, MSc, and MDes specializations. DAU is accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC, recognized by the UGC and AIU, and has been awarded the Centre of Excellence status by the Government of Gujarat. In recent rankings, it secured a position within the #201-300 band in the NIRF Engineering category for 2024 and was ranked 2nd among private universities by IIRF in 2024. The expansive 50-acre green campus provides a conducive environment for learning and research, featuring modern infrastructure, a well-equipped library with extensive e-resources, and comprehensive sports facilities. The campus life is vibrant, supported by residential hostels for both male and female students and multiple food courts. Admissions are competitive, primarily based on national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main, GUJCET, GATE, CEED, and DAT. DAU places a strong emphasis on career outcomes, boasting impressive placement records. For the batch of 2024, the institute recorded a highest package of INR 82 LPA and an average package of INR 16.03 LPA, with a commendable placement rate of 96%. Leading global and national companies like Google, Flipkart, Microsoft, Amazon, KPMG, and PhonePe are among the top recruiters. The university also actively pursues international collaborations, fostering student and faculty exchange programs and joint research initiatives, further enhancing its global footprint and providing students with broad exposure.

Infrastructure and Campus Facilities at DA-IICT

Discover the full range of campus facilities at DA-IICT including hostels, libraries, sports infrastructure, labs, classrooms, and innovation centers. Learn about student accommodation, dining options, Wi-Fi availability, and modern amenities that support academic and personal growth.

Library

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Resource Centre (Library)The DAIICT Resource Centre, serving as the college library, is a Wi-Fi enabled facility spanning two buildings and accommodating up to 450 users. It boasts a vast collection of over 34,000 books, 67,000 e-books, and thousands of journals and audio-visual materials, accessible via a web-enabled online catalogue and dedicated terminals. The Resource Centre supports teaching, learning, and research, offers language learning, and provides extended hours during examinations, making it a central hub for academic pursuits.
  • Wi-Fi enabled
  • Two buildings covering 16000 sq ft
  • Accommodates about 450 users at a time
  • Collection of 34050 books, 67230 e-books, 7674 e-journals, 65 print journals, 10 databases, 1098 theses, 4037 audio-visual materials
  • Web-enabled online catalogue
  • Dedicated terminals for electronic resources
  • Offers language learning
  • Collaboration with INFLIBNET and NDLI for resource sharing and inter-library loan
  • Preserves and archives internal publications and institutional events records
  • Open 9 am to 9 pm during semester
  • Open 9 am to 2 am during semester examinations
  • Open 9 am to 6 pm during vacation period
  • Can be used for reading after study hours

Food Options

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Campus Food Courts & CanteensDAIICT offers extensive food options through its 7 food courts and multiple canteens, catering to diverse culinary preferences with a wide range of North Indian, South Indian, Punjabi, Chinese, and Gujarati cuisines. While there isn't a mandatory mess system for all students, the various food outlets provide vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and egg dishes, along with snacks, pastries, and Amul products. The campus cafe operates until 2 AM, ensuring late-night food availability, and a student-involved Cafeteria Management Committee oversees food quality and variety.
  • 7 food courts/multiple canteens (5 canteens, 4 basic canteens, one proper cafe)
  • No dedicated mess system for all students (except mandatory for first year NRI/Foreign National students)
  • Wide variety of food covering almost all cuisines (North Indian, South Indian, Punjabi, Chinese, Gujarati)
  • Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, including egg dishes
  • Amul products available
  • Snacks, pastries, fruits, juices, burgers also available
  • Food quality generally good/decent
  • Cafe open till 2 am for late-night snacks
  • Approximate cost of meals: 4,000 to 7,000 INR per month
  • Cafeteria Management Committee with student involvement

Laboratories

FacilitySummaryFeatures
General LaboratoriesDAIICT maintains a multitude of well-equipped and state-of-the-art laboratories that are essential for practical learning across various disciplines. These air-conditioned labs are furnished with a comprehensive array of modern tools, including testing instruments, IoT kits, and specialized engineering equipment, providing students with critical hands-on experience and facilitating advanced research.
  • Many labs available
  • Good condition with all equipment
  • Well-equipped
  • State-of-the-art facilities
  • Air-conditioned
  • Fixed and ad-hoc projector facilities
  • White boards
  • Testing and measurement instruments
  • RF instruments
  • IoT related sensors and kits
  • Embedded kits
  • NI make equipment/kit
  • Equipment for engineering drawing workshops
Computer LaboratoriesThe computer laboratories at DAIICT are operational 24 hours a day, providing continuous access for students and staff. While some labs feature updated equipment, others may have older generation computers. The labs are equipped with over 1100 desktop PCs and 50 laptops, ensuring comprehensive computing resources for academic and research activities.
  • Working properly
  • Some labs updated, some with older generation computers
  • 24-hour access
  • 1100+ Desktop PCs
  • 50 Laptops for students, faculty, and staff
High Performance Computing Cluster (HPC)DAIICT features a High Performance Computing Cluster, integral to its B.Tech ICT Computational Science program. This powerful five-node setup includes GPU-enabled compute nodes and a 40GBps SAN switch, running on Scientific Linux 7.1 OS. It provides advanced computational capabilities with tools like Torque, Open MP, and Ganglia, supporting complex research and development tasks.
  • Five node setup (1 master, 4 compute nodes)
  • 2 compute nodes are GPU enabled
  • 40GBps SAN switch
  • Scientific Linux 7.1 OS
  • Tools like Torque, Open MP, Ganglia
  • Various open source development tools
  • Part of B.Tech ICT Computational Science (CS) program

IT Facilities

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Campus-wide Wi-Fi InfrastructureDAIICT provides comprehensive 24x7 Wi-Fi connectivity across its entire campus, ensuring seamless internet access for all students and staff. Supported by dual 1GBps internet links from NKN and Tata Teleservices, the robust wireless network utilizes 143 access points managed centrally, guaranteeing reliable and high-speed connectivity for all academic and research needs.
  • 24x7 Wi-Fi availability across campus
  • 1GBps Internet link from NKN
  • 1GBps Internet link from Tata Teleservices
  • 143 access points spread over various campus locations
  • Managed centrally using Ruckus 1200/SZVC series zone controllers
Campus LAN InfrastructureThe DAIICT campus is underpinned by a robust LAN infrastructure, featuring 1GBps optical fiber cable connectivity that links various buildings across the institute. This network is managed by four L3 switches and approximately 75 L2 switches, ensuring high-speed and reliable wired connectivity for all operational and academic functions within the campus.
  • 1GBps optical fiber cable connectivity between various buildings
  • Four L3 Manageable switches
  • Around 75 L2 manageable/unmanageable network switches
Data Centre and Server FarmDAIICT operates a sophisticated Data Centre equipped with 30 servers and a 10G switch for its server farm, delivering essential IT services such as email, web hosting, and campus management. The institute is committed to green computing, employing server consolidation, virtualization, and power-saving features like monitor blanking and printer sleep modes. An open-source online learning management system is also integrated for efficient course content delivery and assignment handling, supporting a sustainable and advanced digital learning environment.
  • 30 servers
  • 10G switch for server farm
  • Provides various IT services (email, web hosting, file sharing, software license management, campus management, PC imaging, HPC cluster)
  • Uses server consolidation and virtualization techniques to reduce power requirements
  • Employs green computing initiatives (monitor blanking, hibernate feature for lab systems, sleep mode for printers)
  • Utilizes open source online learning management for course content hosting and assignment submission

Basic Services

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Laundry ServicesDAIICT offers convenient laundry services for hostel residents, including private laundries where dhobis collect and deliver clothes. Additionally, some hostel wings are equipped with washing machines, and each floor provides common areas for drying clothes. These facilities ensure students have accessible options for managing their laundry needs.
  • Dhobis come to collect and deliver clothes (private laundries)
  • Washing machines installed in some hostel wings
  • Common areas for drying clothes on each hostel floor
ATM FacilitiesAn ATM facility is conveniently located on the DAIICT campus, providing easy access to banking services for students, faculty, and staff. This ensures that financial transactions can be carried out efficiently without the need to leave the college premises.
  • ATM available on campus
Convenience StoreA convenience store on the DAIICT campus offers easy access to daily necessities and essential items for students and staff. This facility provides a quick solution for purchasing snacks, stationery, and other miscellaneous goods without having to venture outside the campus.
  • Available on campus
Drinking Water FacilitiesDAIICT ensures that students have access to 24x7 drinking water facilities, including both hot and cold options. Coolers are readily available for cold water, providing continuous hydration and comfort, especially during warmer periods.
  • 24x7 hot and cold drinking water facilities
  • Coolers for cold water
24x7 ElectricityDAIICT guarantees an uninterrupted 24x7 electricity supply across its campus and hostel facilities. This continuous power availability ensures that academic activities, research, and daily living are not hampered, providing a stable environment for all students and staff.
  • Uninterrupted electricity supply 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Printing FacilityAll students at DAIICT have convenient access to a dedicated printing facility on campus. This service supports their academic needs, allowing them to print assignments, research papers, and other documents efficiently.
  • Access to printing facility for all students

Academic Spaces

FacilitySummaryFeatures
ClassroomsDAIICT's classrooms are spacious and designed for student comfort, incorporating modern digital teaching aids. Each classroom is air-conditioned and equipped with smart projection systems and high-grade benches, facilitating an optimal learning environment for all students.
  • Huge and comfortable
  • Smart classrooms
  • Digital classrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Projectors
  • High-grade benches
Lecture TheatresThe lecture theatres at DAIICT are well-designed with excellent acoustics and modern audio-visual facilities, providing an immersive learning experience. These spaces are crucial for large-scale lectures, presentations, and academic events, ensuring clear communication and comfortable seating for a large audience.
  • Good acoustics
  • Modern audio-visual facilities
  • Well-equipped
Seminar HallsDAIICT offers well-equipped seminar halls with modern audio-visual facilities, providing versatile spaces for academic discussions, workshops, and smaller presentations. These halls support interactive learning and facilitate focused group activities, contributing to a dynamic educational experience.
  • Modern audio-visual facilities
AuditoriumThe auditorium at DAIICT is a key facility for hosting a wide range of college events, including conferences, cultural programs, and large academic gatherings. Its presence ensures that the institute has a dedicated space to accommodate significant numbers of attendees for various institutional activities.
  • Available for college events
  • Supports large gatherings

Entry/Exit Rules

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Hostel Residence PolicyResidence in the Halls of Residence is compulsory for all B.Tech students at DAIICT, forming a foundational aspect of campus life. The institute maintains a strict code of conduct, with zero tolerance for activities like ragging, gambling, and the consumption of alcohol or smoking. Any breaches of these rules lead to severe disciplinary actions, including potential suspension or expulsion, ensuring a safe and disciplined environment for all residents.
  • Compulsory residence for all B.Tech students in Halls of Residence
  • Strict prohibition of ragging, gambling, consumption of alcoholic drinks, and smoking
  • Violations entail harsh punitive actions including suspension/expulsion

Sports & Fitness

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Sports ComplexDAIICT boasts a comprehensive Sports Complex, offering a wide array of facilities for both indoor and outdoor sports. Students have access to dedicated grounds for football, cricket, volleyball, badminton, and basketball, along with courts for tennis and squash. The complex also features a well-equipped gymnasium, a yoga hall, a swimming pool, and multiple table tennis tables, fostering a vibrant sports culture that culminates in an annual sports fest.
  • Comprehensive sports facilities available
  • Includes grounds for football, cricket, volleyball, badminton, basketball
  • Courts for badminton (3), basketball (2), volleyball, tennis, squash
  • Table tennis tables (4)
  • Gymnasium
  • Yoga hall
  • Swimming pool
  • Hosts annual sports fest

Hostel Facilities

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Men's Halls of Residence (Old)The old Men's Halls of Residence at DAIICT comprise eight wings, accommodating approximately 1025 students in twin-sharing rooms. Each room is furnished with essential items like a bed, table, chair, and cupboard, while also providing free internet access. Residents benefit from 24x7 Wi-Fi, hot water, laundry services, and common TV rooms. Although rooms are non-AC, coolers are permitted during summer, and dedicated staff ensure daily cleaning and maintenance.
  • 8 wings (A to H)
  • Total capacity of about 1025 students
  • Twin sharing rooms
  • Furnished with bed, table, chair, cupboard per occupant
  • Internet facility (free of cost for personal computers)
  • Hot water (using geysers)
  • Laundry services (dhobis collect and deliver clothes)
  • TV Rooms with D2H
  • Common washrooms/bathrooms
  • 24x7 Wi-Fi
  • No AC rooms
  • Coolers allowed in summer
  • Cleaning services by hostel staff
  • Compulsory for B.Tech students
Men's Halls of Residence (New)The new Men's Halls of Residence at DAIICT features four wings with a capacity for 476 residents, offering both double and triple occupancy rooms. Students are provided with a bed, table, chair, and cupboard, along with complimentary internet access for their devices. Amenities include continuous Wi-Fi, hot water from geysers, and dedicated TV rooms, ensuring a comfortable living experience. The hostel also maintains hygiene through regular cleaning and accommodates coolers during warmer months.
  • 4 wings (L, M, P, R)
  • Capacity of 476 residents
  • Triple and double occupancy rooms
  • Furnished with bed, table, chair, cupboard per occupant
  • Internet facility (free of cost for personal computers)
  • Hot water (using geysers)
  • Laundry services (dhobis collect and deliver clothes)
  • TV Rooms with D2H
  • Common washrooms/bathrooms
  • 24x7 Wi-Fi
  • No AC rooms
  • Coolers allowed in summer
  • Cleaning services by hostel staff
  • Compulsory for B.Tech students
Women's Hall of ResidenceThe Women's Hall of Residence at DAIICT provides accommodation across two wings for up to 400 residents, with options for double and triple occupancy rooms. Each room comes furnished with a bed, table, chair, and cupboard, complemented by free internet access and 24x7 Wi-Fi. The hostel ensures comfort with hot water facilities, laundry services, and TV rooms, alongside a dedicated guest room for mothers during medical needs. Round-the-clock lady security staff maintain a secure and disciplined environment.
  • 2 wings (J and K)
  • Total capacity of 400 residents
  • Triple and double occupancy rooms
  • Furnished with bed, table, chair, cupboard per occupant
  • Internet facility (free of cost for personal computers)
  • Hot water (using geysers)
  • Laundry services (dhobis collect and deliver clothes)
  • TV Rooms with D2H
  • Common washrooms/bathrooms
  • 24x7 Wi-Fi
  • No AC rooms
  • Coolers allowed in summer
  • Cleaning services by hostel staff
  • Guest room for mother's stay during medical issues
  • Lady security staff on 3 shifts ensures safety and discipline round the clock
  • Accommodation for all female post-graduate students who choose to stay on campus

Safety & Security

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Campus SecurityDAIICT ensures a secure campus environment with 24/7 security coverage across all areas. The women's hostel specifically benefits from dedicated lady security staff working in three shifts, providing continuous safety and discipline. Additionally, a robust SOPHOS firewall system is in place to protect the institute's intranet, safeguarding digital information and network access.
  • 24/7 security coverage
  • Lady security staff on 3 shifts for women's hostel
  • SOPHOS firewall security system for intranet access

Incubation Centers

FacilitySummaryFeatures
DA-IICT Centre for Entrepreneurship and Incubation (DCEI)The DA-IICT Centre for Entrepreneurship and Incubation (DCEI), established in 2011, is a key hub for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within the DAIICT community. Supported by both the Government of India and Government of Gujarat, it serves as a nodal institute for mentoring innovators and promoting startup culture. DCEI actively works to convert innovative ideas into viable ventures, having already incubated numerous startups.
  • Encourages innovation and entrepreneurship culture
  • Promotes startup culture
  • Established in 2011
  • Supported by DeitY, Government of India and Government of Gujarat
  • Recognized as a Nodal Institute for Start-up/Innovation by Industries Commissionerate, Government of Gujarat
  • Incubated 19 start-ups/companies (since 2007, from founder's activity)

Medical Facilities

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Campus Medical CentreDAIICT ensures comprehensive medical support through its dedicated Campus Medical Centre, staffed by trained healthcare professionals. Doctors visit daily to provide free consultations and medicines, offering immediate care for minor ailments. For more serious conditions, the institute has MoUs with nearby Aashka Multispecialty and Apollo Hospitals, providing priority admission and concessional rates. A 24x7 vehicle is available for emergencies, and all students are covered by a Group Mediclaim Insurance Policy of 2.50 lakh INR for cashless inpatient treatment, prioritizing student well-being.
  • Dedicated medical room
  • Staffed with trained healthcare professionals
  • Doctors visit daily (morning, forenoon, evening)
  • Free consultations and medicines
  • Provides immediate care for illness or minor injuries
  • Conducts regular health check-ups
  • Institute vehicle with driver available 24x7 for medical emergencies
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aashka Multispecialty Hospital, Gandhinagar for priority admission and concessional rates
  • Similar arrangement with Apollo Hospital, Gandhinagar
  • Hospitals are adjacent to campus, reachable within ten minutes
  • Students covered under Group Mediclaim Insurance Policy (2.50 lakh INR per annum) with Reliance General Insurance for cashless in-patient treatment

Recreational Areas

FacilitySummaryFeatures
TV RoomsDAIICT hostels are equipped with dedicated TV rooms in all halls of residence, featuring Dish TV or D2H connections. These common areas serve as essential recreational spaces, allowing students to relax, socialize, and enjoy entertainment after their academic commitments.
  • Available in all halls of residence
  • Equipped with Dish TV/D2H
  • Common areas for relaxation
Music RoomDAIICT provides a dedicated music room on campus, offering students a space to pursue their musical interests, practice instruments, or engage in group performances. This facility supports the artistic development and recreational needs of the student community.
  • Available on campus
  • Supports musical activities and practice
Open Air TheatreDAIICT features an Open Air Theatre on its campus, providing a versatile outdoor venue for a variety of cultural events, performances, and student gatherings. This space allows for large-scale public interactions and adds to the vibrant campus life.
  • Available on campus
  • Suitable for cultural events and performances
Student Clubs and OrganizationsDAIICT fosters a dynamic campus life through over 30 student clubs and organizations, spanning technical and cultural domains. These active clubs, supported by a proactive Student Body Government, organize numerous events, including Synapse, one of Gujarat's most popular techno-cultural fests. This vibrant ecosystem encourages holistic student development and provides ample opportunities for extracurricular engagement and leadership.
  • More than 30 clubs
  • Focus on technical and cultural events
  • Vibrant campus culture
  • Student Body Government (SBG) is active and supportive
  • Hosts Synapse, Gujarat's most popular techno-cultural fest
Well-maintained Lawns and GardensDAIICT boasts a sprawling 50-acre campus characterized by lush, well-maintained lawns and gardens, alongside extensive open spaces. Designed to be environmentally friendly, the campus serves as a serene habitat for various bird species, appealing to nature enthusiasts. It also features a unique herb garden, showcasing a collection of remedial plants, which collectively provides a tranquil and inspiring environment conducive to learning and relaxation.
  • 50 acres of total area
  • Well-maintained lawns and gardens
  • Open spaces
  • Environmentally friendly campus
  • Shelter for bird-watchers with various bird species
  • Herb garden with remedial plants

Student Help Desks

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Student Body Government (SBG) SupportThe Student Body Government (SBG) at DAIICT is an active and highly supportive entity dedicated to addressing student concerns and enhancing campus life. Empowered with significant monetary resources, the SBG organizes various student activities and plays a crucial role in daily operations, including assisting hostel residents with mail collection and efficiently registering maintenance complaints. This ensures that student issues are heard and resolved promptly, fostering a responsive and empowering campus environment.
  • Active and supportive to student problems
  • Empowered with substantial monetary powers for student activities
  • Assists in collecting mail for hostel residents
  • Registers complaints to be passed on to proper maintenance personnel

Transport Services

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Emergency Vehicle ServiceDAIICT provides a critical emergency vehicle service, ensuring that an institute vehicle with a dedicated driver is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This service is specifically designated for medical emergencies, offering prompt transportation to hospitals and ensuring students receive timely medical attention whenever needed.
  • Institute vehicle with driver
  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Dedicated for medical emergencies

Disability Services

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Barrier-Free EnvironmentDAIICT is committed to providing a barrier-free environment to ensure accessibility for all students, including those with disabilities. The campus features ramps for easy access to classrooms and hostels, facilitating smooth movement across the institute. Additionally, examination halls for students with disabilities are specifically arranged on the ground floor, ensuring convenient access during assessments.
  • Ramps for easy access to classrooms and hostels
  • Examination hall arranged on ground floor for easy accessibility for persons with specific disabilities
Examination Support for Disabled StudentsDAIICT offers comprehensive examination support services for students with disabilities, adhering to specific rules and guidelines for conducting written examinations. Eligible students receive a compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination and can request a writer from the Controller of Examination. These accommodations, requiring a valid medical certificate, are designed to ensure fair and equitable assessment opportunities for all students.
  • Rules & Guidelines for conducting written examinations for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
  • Compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination
  • Provision of a writer upon request to the Controller of Examination (CoE)
  • Requires medical certificate for disability proof

Accommodation for Parents

FacilitySummaryFeatures
Guest Room in Women's HostelThe Women's Hall of Residence at DAIICT includes a dedicated guest room, specifically provided for mothers to stay during medical issues concerning their daughters. This facility offers convenience and support to parents during critical times, ensuring that students receive necessary care with family presence.
  • Available in the women's hall of residence
  • For mother's stay during medical issues of students

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