What should I bring in my bag?

Created by Aravind S, Modified on Thu, 18 Jan 2024 at 11:45 PM by Aravind S

An important concern to all of you before your initial arrival on campus is: “What should I bring with me?” as it is a huge task to list out things when you are starting a new chapter of your life, in a new city.

To address this specific question, IITM students have compiled a document that includes a comprehensive list of everything you would need to bring.

Doc - What to bring to insti? - This is an extremely useful document, and it is compiled by people based on their experiences, so there is no need to ask anyone else! Luggage bags, backpacks, Documents, Hygiene, Medicine, footwear, Electronics, clothes, accessories, everything that you would need in Insti is in the doc.

The document above provides a detailed list of items you need to bring. For a simpler version, here's a table for your convenience:

Luggage	Sturdy Bags, Large Trolley, Laptop and small backpacks
Documents	Birth certificates, 10th and 12th Grade Card, Institute Offer Letter, Aadhaar Card, Passport/PAN Card/Driving License for identification
Regular use products - A	Face wash, Soap, Detergent, Haircare, Perfumes, Mosquito Repellants, Menstrual products
Regular use products - B	Screen cleansers for gadgets, Spectacle cleaner, Wipes, a Mirror, Toothpaste, Brushes and a Small Pouch
Medicines	Basic first aid kits, Paracetamol
Electronics	Calculators, Earphones/Headphones, Extension cords (optional), Kettles (optional), Iron boxes (optional), Study lamps (optional)
Clothes	Formals, Ethnic and Party wear, Belts, Caps, Lab coats, Sweatshirts, Pullovers, Umbrellas, Raincoats, Jerseys, Gymwear, Bedsheets, Mattress covers, Pillow cases
Other Essentials	Water bottles, Flasks, Cutlery, Locks, Keys, Cycle locks, Keychains, Sports shoes, a Pair of Slippers, Bath Slippers and any other Footwear, Hobby equipment such as instruments, etc

However, there will always be a few things that might get left out while packing. But fear not, as you can buy them from the nearest convenience stores located inside the campus. The mattresses are sold at wholesale prices, with a sale in front of the hostels during entry, and a Cycle mela happens to buy cycles around the same time.

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