There are 90 pre-matric hostels functioning under the Scheduled caste development department for students of 5th - 12th Standard who do not have good educational facilities near their home (49 hostels for boys 41 for girls). Free food and lodging is given to the students. An amount of Rs.500 per month is allotted for food. In addition 2 pairs of uniform, travel fare to go home during Onam and Christmas holidays and pocket money of Rs.45 per month is given. Special tuition is arranged for all subjects.