Hostel Life
Hostel life plays an important role in moulding the character of a student in a residential institution. It inculcates in the cadets the habit of regularity in their activities, both at work and in leisure. Another important feature of hostel life is that it develops life-long comradeship among the cadets.
There are five Houses, each accommodating upto 100 cadets. The Houses are named after great Muslim leaders, generals and scholars. Each House has all the facilities for comfortable living, including Newspapers, Magazines & House Library.
Each House is supervised by a House Master who is assisted by two to four House Officers. The House Master acts like a parent to the cadets and helps them to solve all their educational, social and personal problems. Senior Cadets are given various appointments in the Houses on merit, so as to develop qualities of leadership in them. The House Master has to look after and ensure overall upbringing, discipline and character building of the cadets.
Daily Routine
Pakistan Steel Cadet College teaches the cadets to value their time and make the most of it. The daily routine covers all the activities from early morning till lights-out at night. The daily programme on a normal working day with seasonal adjustments is as follows:
Monday to Saturday
| Activity | Time |
|---|---|
| Reveille | 0540 hrs |
| Namaz-e-Fajr | 0600 hrs |
| PT | 0635–0710 hrs |
| Breakfast | 0750–0810 hrs |
| Morning Assembly | 0825 hrs |
| CLASSES | |
| 1st Period | 0840–0920 hrs |
| 2nd Period | 0920–1000 hrs |
| 3rd Period | 1000–1040 hrs |
| 4th Period | 1040–1120 hrs |
| Break | 1120–1140 hrs |
| 5th Period | 1140–1215 hrs |
| 6th Period | 1215–1250 hrs |
| 7th Period | 1250–1325 hrs |
| Namaz-e-Zohar | 1340–1355 hrs |
| Lunch | 1410–1430 hrs |
| Rest | 1445–1545 hrs |
| Extra Drill | 1500–1530 hrs |
| Evening Tea | 1600–1610 hrs |
| Namaz-e-Asr | 1630–1640 hrs |
| Games/Riding | 1655–1735 hrs |
| Maghrib Fall-in (in walking-out dress) |
1745 hrs |
| Namaz-e-Maghrib | At sunset |
| Prep-I | 1815–2015 hrs |
| Dinner | 2025–2045 hrs |
| Namaz-e-Isha | 2100–2120 hrs |
| Prep-II | 2130–2230 hrs |
| Night Fall-in | 2245 hrs |
| Lights-out | 2300 hrs |
Nazra Classes
The cadets desirous of Nazra classes may attend them after Asar prayer.
Discipline
a-General
Cadets are taught to instill discipline in all their activities. This goes a long way towards moulding their character and personality
- Admission in Class-XI will purely be on merit.
- Remaining seats will be filled on Self Finance Basis.
b-Chain of Command
Discipline is maintained by the College Adjutant through a chain of command of the cadets’ appointments. College Senior Under Officer is the highest appointment for the cadets. He is assisted in the performance of his duties by a College Junior Under Officer, College Sergeant Major, College Sports Secretary, Secretary Literary Society, Senior/ Junior under Officers of each House.
c-Punishment for Late Arrival after Leave/Vacation
The following punishments will be awarded to a cadet, if he comes late, or absents himself on the expiry of leave or vacation:
- Late arrival by over one hour : a fine of Rs. 500 /-
- Absence for one day : a fine of Rs. 1000/- per day upto a maximum of six
days. (Extra drill, etc ., may also be awarded in addition to the fine).
- The name of cadet will be struck off the College after the six days’ unauthorized absence, without any further notice.
Note : The name of the cadet will be struck off the College after six days of absence. In case of re-joining the admission fee and other expenditures as per the College rules will be charged.
Rules for Expulsion
A cadet will be expelled from the College if :
- His academic progress, conduct or behaviour is consistently found unsatisfactory.
- Caught in stealing activities .
- Found guilty of moral turpitude.
- Takes part in political activities or tries to promote sectarianism in the College .
- If declared medically unfit at any stage during his training in the College.
- Remains absent from the College, without permission, continuously for one week or more.
- Bunks from the College.
- If caught cheating in an examination.
- Gambles.
- Uses intoxicants or smokes.
- Displays insolent behaviour towards any member of the College Staff.
- Willfully damages the College property.
- Keeps unauthorized drugs.
- Brings mobile/cell phone, other electronic devices or any musical instrument to the College.
- Keeps fire arms, knives or weapon of any sort.
- Found guilty of gross violation of College rules.
- Fails to clear the College dues within the scheduled period.
- Found breaking the bounds.
- Harassing juniors, grave misconduct outside the College campus or any other offence which in the opinion of the discipline committee requires expulsion from the College.
Decision taken by the discipline committee in disciplinary cases is final and shall not be challenged in any court of law.
Punishable Offences
Following offences are punishable with strict disciplinary actions i.e. suspension, parents call, warning letter, fine up to Rs. 5000/- , and head shave etc:-
- Caught with any electronic devices i.e. mobile phone, power bank, MP3 player, head
phones etc.
- Caught with low category intoxicants i.e. cigarettes, naswar etc.
- Bunk case.
- Failing and cheating in exams.
- Involved in mutiny, fighting and grouping etc.
- Habitual defaulter of routine activities.
- Habitual late comer from leave or weekends.
- viii.Involved in damaging college property whose actual cost will be borne by the defaulter.
- Violation of any serious discipline.
Accident/Mishap
The College will adopt all possible measures for the safety of the cadets during their stay in the College Campus. However, the College shall not be responsible for any kind of accident/mishaps causing any physical harm or injury
Special Instructions
For the wedding ceremony of real brother and real sister of a cadet, parents are requested to schedule the wedding ceremony in accordance with the rules in the light of College Calendar’s off days. There will be no leave for wedding ceremony of any relative except real brother or real sister during a session.
Any disinformation from the parents on social media regarding the institution, teaching staff/ non teaching staff or administration of Pakistan Steel Cadet College, will result in their son/ward’s termination from the college, with or without warning depending upon the gravity of the blame.
FAQs
What are the key benefits of hostel life at Pakistan Steel Cadet College?
Hostel life at our Cadet College in Karachi:
Character Moulding: Regular routines in academics and leisure instill discipline.
Lifelong Comradeship: Shared challenges and activities forge strong, enduring bonds among cadets.
Holistic Development: Balanced focus on study, sports, and social interaction promotes well-rounded personalities.
How does the residential hostel environment promote regularity and discipline?
Structured Schedule: Fixed timings for study, meals, drills, and free time teach time-management.
Peer Accountability: Living alongside fellow cadets encourages mutual responsibility and punctuality.
House Master Oversight: Dedicated House Masters and Officers monitor daily routines to ensure consistency.
How many Houses are there, and what amenities do they provide?
Five Houses: Each accommodates up to 100 cadets and is named after a prominent Muslim leader or scholar.
Modern Facilities: Every House has its own library, daily newspapers, magazines, and recreational space.
Comfort & Convenience: Well-furnished dormitories, study halls, and common areas support both academic and personal growth.
Who supervises the hostel Houses, and what support do cadets receive?
House Master: Acts as a parent figure—overseeing discipline, welfare, and character building.
House Officers: Two to four officers assist with academic guidance, social issues, and personal counseling.
Open-Door Policy: Cadets can approach their House Master or Officers any time for educational or personal support.
In what ways does the House system foster leadership and teamwork?
Merit-Based Appointments: Senior cadets earn roles (e.g., House Prefect, Librarian) to hone leadership skills.
Team Activities: Inter-House competitions in sports, debates, and cultural events build teamwork and healthy rivalry.
Mentorship: Older cadets mentor juniors—reinforcing responsibility and peer-to-peer learning.
How does hostel life contribute to overall character building at Pakistan Steel Cadet College?
Discipline & Integrity: Daily drills, uniform inspections, and honor code systems instill ethical behavior.
Social Skills: Living away from home encourages adaptability, empathy, and conflict resolution.
Resilience & Independence: Managing personal routines and academic workloads builds self-reliance—preparing cadets for leadership roles in the future.
