Hostel and mess fees vary widely depending on the institution, location, and the level of facilities provided. Typically, government colleges tend to have lower fees compared to private institutions.

1. **Government Colleges**: In government engineering, medical, or management colleges, hostel fees range from INR 20,000 to 50,000 per year. Mess fees are usually charged separately, ranging from INR 2,000 to 4,000 per month. So, the total annual cost, including both hostel and mess, can range from INR 50,000 to 80,000.

2. **Private Colleges**: In private institutions, hostel fees can be higher, ranging from INR 80,000 to 1.5 lakh per year. Mess fees may range from INR 3,000 to 5,000 per month, bringing the total annual cost to around INR 1 to 2 lakh.

3. **Metro Cities**: In metropolitan cities like Delhi, Mumbai, or Bangalore, the hostel and mess costs tend to be higher, sometimes reaching up to INR 2 to 2.5 lakh per year due to the higher cost of living.

The exact fees also depend on the type of accommodation (shared rooms, private rooms, AC rooms) and the level of amenities provided.

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