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Sakhi Niwas - Working Women's Hostel

The scheme aims to provide hostel facilities for women with higher education or professional training, as well as working women, to stay in urban areas by paying a nominal fee.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Under this scheme, hostels have been arranged for women to stay in urban areas by paying a nominal fee. | - Facilities include: Accommodation, Mess, Library, Gym, TV Hall, Creche, and more.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.; The applicant must be a woman pursuing higher education or professional training, or a working woman.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who can apply for the hostel?

Women who are pursuing higher education, professional training, or working women are eligible to apply.

In which districts are the hostels currently operational?

Hostels are currently operational in Dehradun, Haridwar, and Udham Singh Nagar districts.

What facilities are provided in the hostel?

Facilities include accommodation, mess, library, gym, TV hall, creche, and other essential amenities.

How can one apply for admission to the hostel?

Applicants need to visit the hostel in person and submit the application form along with the required documents.

What documents are required for admission?

Applicants must submit their Aadhaar card and details of family members along with the application form.

Is there a fee for staying in the hostel?

Yes, women can stay in the hostel by paying a nominal fee.

Is the hostel only for women from Uttarakhand?

Yes, the applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.

Are meals provided in the hostel?

Yes, mess facilities are available for residents.