IIT Scholarship Schemes 2026 – Full List for B.Tech Students

Merit-cum-means, fee waivers, government and institute-specific scholarships available to IIT undergraduates in 2026

Why Scholarships Matter for IIT Admissions

IIT tuition fees (around ₹2–2.25 lakh/year for General/OBC-NCL/EWS students at most IITs) can be a significant burden for middle-income families. Fortunately, IITs run a layered scholarship and fee waiver system — government-mandated category waivers, institute merit-cum-means aid, central government schemes, and private/alumni-funded scholarships.

Note on figures: All amounts and income slabs mentioned below are approximate and based on commonly reported figures from recent years. Scholarship amounts, income thresholds, and eligibility rules are revised periodically by the Ministry of Education and individual IITs — always verify current figures on your specific IIT's official scholarship/Dean of Student Affairs webpage before making financial decisions.

Major IIT Scholarship Schemes (Approximate Figures)

SchemeEligibilityApprox. Benefit
Full fee waiver — SC/ST/PwDAll SC/ST/PwD students100% tuition waiver
Full fee waiver — income < ₹1L/yrGeneral/EWS/OBC-NCL, family income below ~₹1 lakh100% tuition waiver
Partial fee waiver — income ₹1–5L/yrGeneral/EWS/OBC-NCL, family income ~₹1–5 lakh~66% tuition waiver
Merit-cum-Means (MCM) ScholarshipTop ~2/3rd rank in class, income < ₹5 lakhFee waiver + ~₹1,000/month stipend
DST INSPIRE ScholarshipTop Class 12 board percentile, science/engg stream~₹80,000/year (subject to revision)
Institute/Alumni Endowment ScholarshipsVaries — merit, hardship, sports, specific branchesVaries by institute & fund
Single Girl Child ScholarshipOnly girl child in the family, as per institute policyVaries by institute

* All figures approximate — verify exact amounts and current slabs on your institute's official website.

How to Apply

Applications are usually processed through each IIT's internal student portal after admission is confirmed via JoSAA. You will typically need: income certificate (issued by a competent authority), category certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar, bank account details, and last academic marksheet. Deadlines are generally within the first month of each semester — missing them can mean waiting till the next cycle.

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Frequently Asked Questions – IIT Scholarship Schemes 2026

Common questions about IIT scholarships, fee waivers, and financial aid

1
Who is eligible for the Merit-Cum-Means (MCM) scholarship at IITs?
MCM scholarship is available to General/EWS/OBC-NCL category students whose family income is below ₹5 lakh per annum and who rank in the top two-thirds of their class by merit. It typically covers full tuition fee waiver plus a monthly stipend of approximately ₹1,000 (amounts vary by institute and year — verify on your IIT's official website).
2
Do SC/ST/PwD students get automatic fee waivers at IITs?
Yes. As per the common IIT fee structure, SC, ST, and PwD (persons with disability) category students receive full tuition fee waiver regardless of family income, along with other fee concessions. This is a government-mandated benefit, not a competitive scholarship — confirm current provisions with your institute's accounts/scholarship office.
3
Is there a full fee waiver for low-income General category students?
Yes. Students from General/EWS/OBC-NCL families with annual income up to approximately ₹1 lakh get 100% tuition fee waiver, and those with income between roughly ₹1–5 lakh get a two-thirds (about 66%) waiver. Exact slabs and figures are approximate and have changed over the years — always verify the current slab on your IIT's official fee/scholarship page.
4
What is DST Inspire scholarship and can IIT students apply?
DST INSPIRE is a central government scheme for top-performing science and engineering students, offering an annual scholarship (approximately ₹80,000/year, subject to change) for pursuing research-oriented programs. Some IIT undergraduates who meet the academic criteria (such as being in the top percentile of Class 12 boards) can apply directly through the DST INSPIRE portal, separate from IIT's internal scholarship office.
5
Do IITs offer scholarships based on sports or extracurricular achievement?
Several IITs (e.g., IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi) run institute-specific endowment and alumni-funded scholarships that consider sports achievements, cultural contributions, or specific hardship categories, in addition to academic merit-cum-means criteria. These vary significantly by institute and are usually announced through the Dean of Student Affairs office — check your specific IIT's scholarship cell notifications.
6
How do I apply for an IIT scholarship after JoSAA admission?
After admission, most IITs require students to apply through an internal scholarship/financial aid portal (often linked to the institute ERP) during the first few weeks of the semester, submitting income certificates and category proof. Deadlines and portals differ by institute, so check your IIT's Dean of Student Affairs or Accounts section website immediately after registration.

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Scholarship amounts and income slabs are approximate and change periodically. Always verify current figures on the official institute website before relying on them.