Noida and Greater Noida have rapidly become education hotspots, with some of India’s best educational institutions like Sharda University, Galgotias University, Amity University, Gautam Buddha University, and many others. With thousands of students coming every year for higher education purposes, the need for secure and trusted hostel and PG accommodations in Knowledge Park, Greater Noida, and along the Yamuna Expressway has increased exponentially.
For most students, moving away from home for college is a bittersweet experience. Not only do they search for hostel/PG accommodation close to the university, but also for comfort, security, and community. That is where organized student accommodations in Noida and Greater Noida have transformed hostel living.
Why Students Prefer Hostels in Noida and Greater Noida
Modern student hostels, located in Knowledge Park and Greater Noida, are much more than just a room and a bed, unlike regular PGs. They have been designed to function as whole ecosystems and think about the whole student wellbeing. Facilities usually include hygienic food available, transport in and out of university (e.g., for Sharda and Galgotias), 24-hour security, and supporting student environments where they can focus on their studies without having to worry about basic needs.
Location Advantage for University Students
Many hostels and student stays near Sharda University and Galgotias University are located in and around Knowledge Park and along the Yamuna Expressway, which helps in daily travels. Accessible colleges, metro stations, and shopping complexes provide students with a good balance of studies and convenience. Parents are happy as well, knowing that their children are living in safe and accessible locations in Gautam Budh Nagar.
Building a Community, Not Just a Stay
One of the enormous benefits of student accommodations in Greater Noida is the community. The opportunity for students to come together for festivals and for birthdays, study groups, and hostel-based activities, and form a network of support is what we refer to as the formation of a second family. A community helps with homesickness and lets students develop relationships and networks that may last a lifetime.
The Growing Demand for Student Accommodation
With the number of universities, including private universities, growing in Noida and Greater Noida, the demand for organized and quality hostels, dormitories, and PGs has been increasing, including in the areas closest to Knowledge Park and the Yamuna Expressway. Students are no longer just looking for bed space; students have higher expectations, given that they now want hygienic food, dependable, compulsory transportation, and a safe living space, and will prefer places that offer this in a 9 or 12-month lease. This transition is establishing student accommodation as a vital component of the education ecosystem in Gautam Budh Nagar.
By- Kunwar Gaurav Giri, Chairperson of Annupurna Girls Hostel
