About Guest House

The Guest House at Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, serves as a dedicated facility to accommodate institute guests, visiting faculty, examiners, conference participants, and other official visitors. It provides a comfortable and welcoming environment that reflects the institute's spirit of hospitality and academic excellence.

๐ŸŒฟ Facilities and Accommodation

The Guest House offers well-furnished rooms equipped with essential amenities to ensure a pleasant stay for all guests. Bookings are made in advance through a prescribed format, and all official reservations require prior approval from the competent authority.

Located within the serene and green campus of MANIT, the Guest House offers convenient access to the academic blocks, administrative offices, and other key facilities of the institute.

Accommodation is provided subject to availability and is generally allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The lodging charges are borne by the guests as per institute norms.

The facility is frequently utilized during seminars, workshops, training programs, and conferences, providing short-term stays (typically one to three days) for participants and visitors. Requests for stay can be made through the concerned department or the Guest House in-charge.

๐ŸŽ“ Purpose and Activities

The MANIT Guest House primarily caters to the accommodation needs of individuals visiting the campus for academic collaborations, official meetings, faculty and staff development programs, and institutional events.

It provides a conducive and peaceful environment that supports both professional and personal comfort, encouraging interaction and collaboration among guests from academia, industry, and government organizations.

๐Ÿ“ Location and Overview

The Guest House is a dedicated facility within the campus of Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Situated in the heart of India, the MANIT campus spreads across 650 acres of lush greenery, offering a serene and academic environment for visitors.

By Air

Nearest Airport

The nearest airport to MANIT Bhopal is the Raja Bhoj Airport, located approximately 18โ€“20 kilometers from the institute campus. The airport is well-connected with major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, offering regular flight services.

Travel Steps from Airport to Guest House

Arrival at Raja Bhoj Airport (IATA: BHO):
Land at Bhopal's Raja Bhoj Airport, which serves both domestic and limited regional flights.

Local Transport Options:

  • Taxi/Cab: Prepaid taxis and app-based cab services such as Ola and Uber are available directly from the airport terminal.
  • Auto-rickshaw: Auto-rickshaws are also available for budget-friendly travel, though taxis are more comfortable for longer distances.

Route to MANIT Bhopal:
The MANIT campus is situated in Link Road No. 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, Bhopal, a well-known landmark in Bhopal.
The drive from the airport to the institute typically takes 30โ€“40 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

On-Campus Directions:
Upon reaching the main gate of MANIT Bhopal, inform the security personnel that you are visiting the Guest House.
The Guest House is a recognized facility within the campus, and clear directions or an escort will be provided at the gate to guide you to the location.

Airport Route

By Train

Step 1: Arrive at Bhopal Junction

Bhopal Junction Railway Station (Station Code: BPL) is the main railway station in the city and is well connected to major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, and Indore by numerous express and superfast trains. It serves as a central arrival point for visitors traveling to MANIT Bhopal.

Step 2: From Railway Station to MANIT Bhopal

The distance from Bhopal Junction to the MANIT campus is approximately 9โ€“10 kilometers. The institute is located on Link Road No. 3, Near Kali Mata Mandir, and can be easily reached by local transport.

Transport Options:

  • Auto-rickshaw: Private auto-rickshaws are available outside the station. The fare is around โ‚น150โ€“โ‚น200, depending on traffic and time of day. Tell the driver to take you to "MANIT Guest House, MANIT Campus".
  • Taxi/Cab: App-based cab services such as Ola and Uber operate from Bhopal Junction. The fare is approximately โ‚น200โ€“โ‚น300 for a direct trip to the campus.
  • City Bus: Local buses connecting to Board Office Square or Piplani also pass near MANIT, though this option is less convenient for those carrying luggage.

Step 3: Inside the Campus

After entering through the main gate of MANIT Bhopal, inform the security personnel that you are visiting the Guest House. It is a recognized facility within the campus, and directions will be provided at the gate. The Guest House is located in a peaceful area of the institute, easily accessible from the main administrative and academic blocks.

Additional Notes

MANIT Bhopal provides transport assistance for guests and official visitors upon prior request. If you are attending a seminar, conference, or official program at the institute, you can request pick-up or drop-off service from the airport, railway station, or ISBT in advance through the Guest House or event coordinator.

The MANIT Guest House offers well-maintained accommodation facilities for institute guests and participants of official events. If you already have a confirmed booking, please mention this to your taxi or auto-rickshaw driver for easier access and navigation within the campus.

Route from Bhopal Junction Railway Station to MANIT

Railway Route

By Bus

Nearest Bus Stand

The nearest major bus terminal to MANIT Bhopal is the ISBT (Inter State Bus Terminal), Habibganj, located about 7โ€“8 kilometers from the MANIT campus. This terminal has frequent government (MPSTDC, MPSRTC) and private buses connecting Bhopal with major cities like Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Nagpur, and Delhi.

Travel Steps from ISBT to MANIT Bhopal

Step 1: Arrival at ISBT Habibganj
Once you arrive at the Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) in Habibganj, you can easily find taxis, auto-rickshaws, and app-based cab services just outside the terminal premises.

Step 2: From ISBT to MANIT Campus

The distance between ISBT and MANIT is around 7โ€“8 km and generally takes 20โ€“25 minutes, depending on traffic. MANIT is located on Link Road No. 3 near Mata Mandir, a well-known area in Bhopal.

Transport Options:

  • Auto-rickshaw: Direct auto-rickshaws are available at the ISBT. Fare ranges between โ‚น120โ€“โ‚น150. Ask for "MANIT Guest House, MANIT Campus".
  • Taxi/Cab: Ola, Uber, and local taxis are available for direct travel to the MANIT Guest House. Approximate fare โ‚น200โ€“โ‚น250.
  • City Bus: City buses on the ISBTโ€“Board Officeโ€“ Nehru Nagar route also pass near MANIT. You can get down near the MANIT main gate.

Step 3: Inside the Campus

After reaching the main gate of MANIT, inform the security staff that you are visiting the Guest House. The Guest House is located inside the campus and is easily accessible by foot or campus transport from the gate.

Route from ISBT Habibganj to MANIT

Bus Route