Guides for moving into a hostel or PG

The packing list is half the move. These guides cover the other half: the first days, the paperwork, the money, staying safe in the room, and what to do if ragging happens.

• Your first-week planDay by day, from the night before to the end of week one
• Documents to carryOriginals, copies and digital backups
• Monthly budget worksheetYour own numbers, converted to a month
• Room safetyElectricals, BIS marks, fire and locks
• Ragging: where to get helpThe national helpline and what to do