- Shops in the shopping complex along the road to VH include the stationary, grocery shop and two eateries. Shopping centre also houses the Canara bank branch and a beauty saloon.
- An ATM (Canara Bank) is available near the hostels.
- A fruit/vegetable vendor visits the hostel area almost every evening. During the daytime (till lunch) the vendor can be found near the faculty residences. For exact timings which keep changing, inquire with the security or your local host.
Health and Safety
- Doctors and nursing staff is available at the Institute Dispensary (also referred to, by it’s earlier name, Health Center) is available for basic medical needs during working hours. Please check the dispensary webpage for details on timings etc.
- There is also 24 hour emergency nurse stationed at Hostel 5 for any help in off-working hours of the dispensary.
- Mohali has excellent medical facilities in the neighborhood. The list of empanelled hospitals is a good starting point.
Crèche Facility
A crèche facility is available for the teaching and non-teaching staff and students of IISER Mohali. Children aged 1.5 years and above are eligible to use the facility. The crèche is also open to the institute guests, but prior approval from the Crèche Committee is required.
Crèche Timings:
Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. If you wish to use the crèche, you must complete the registration form provided by the Crèche staff.
Library and Computing Facility
Institute Library
Institute has a very well equipped library which is housed in the library and informatics building – on campus it has iconic interiors. As such it can be used with the permission of the librarian. Please ask your local hosts for support, if required. The building also hosts the institute Computer Center and the same can also be accessed on request.
Department Computing Facility
Department also maintains a small computer room adjacent to AB2-5A. It has 20 terminals which are connected to LAN for network access. Additionally, the room also hosts a small library which is operated entirely by students and can be accessed with their support. It is manned and open in office hours by student volunteers, and after-hours it is accessible in case of special events if student support is available.