Scholarships are offered by IIT Goa to help its meritorious and needy students and encourage them to enroll among the top programs and courses offered by the institute. The scholarships offered by IIT Goa are mentioned below.
Merit Cum Means Scholarship:
- The Merit Cum Means Scholarship is awarded to a maximum of 25% of students admitted to the B.Tech program.
- The MCM Scholarship is based on the family income and the scores of candidates in the entrance and the 12th standard as well.
- The selected students are exempted from the payment of the full tuition fee and also, the students are given a pocket allowance of INR 1000 per month.
- Although, proof of annual family income is required to be submitted.
- The SC/ST category students are given the benefit of free messing under the MCM Scholarship.
Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for Top Class Education for SC students:
A total of 12 scholarships are given to the students of Engineering and Technology and 10 to the students of Management by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, GOI.
- The total annual family income should not be more than INR 4.5 lakhs.
- The basic documents required for the scholarship are as follows.
- Copy of Caste Certificate.
- Bank Account Number.
- Copy of AADHAR Card.
- Copy of proof of admission to IIT Goa.
- Copy of Hostel Fee and Mess Advance.
- Proof of Income.
IIT Goa Scholarship FAQs
Ques. How can I apply for Scholarships at IIT Goa?
Ans. A candidate wishing to avail of the benefits of scholarships can apply by visiting the official website of IIT Goa to fill the application form for the respective scholarships.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the MCM at IIT Goa?
Ans. A student is required to have scored a minimum of 60% marks in their 12th standard and JEE score. Also, the annual parental income of INR 5 lakhs and past academic records are considered during the selection process for scholarships at IIT Goa.
Ques. How much funding is provided to the research scholars at IIT Goa?
Ans. The funding for the research scholars at IIT Goa covers the entire program fees and living costs. Apart from these, basic expenses such as travel and book costs are also covered under the fellowships.