🎓 IIT Palakkad Scholarships Overview
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Palakkad is dedicated to providing financial support to its students through a range of scholarships and assistance schemes. These initiatives are aimed at ensuring equal educational opportunities for students regardless of their socio-economic background. This document provides a comprehensive breakdown of the scholarships available for B.Tech, M.Sc, and Ph.D. students at IIT Palakkad.
🧑🎓 Scholarships for B.Tech Students
1. Full Fee Remission
Eligibility: Annual family income less than ₹1,00,000.
Benefits: 100% tuition fee waiver of ₹1,00,000 per semester.
2. Two-Third Fee Remission
Eligibility: Annual family income between ₹1,00,000 and ₹5,00,000.
Benefits: 66% tuition fee waiver, approximately ₹66,667 per semester.
3. Merit-Cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship
Eligibility:
Annual family income below ₹4,50,000.
Awarded to top 25% students based on JEE rank.
Benefits:
Full tuition fee waiver.
₹1,000 monthly pocket allowance for 8 months in an academic year.
4. SC/ST Scholarship
Eligibility: Belonging to SC/ST communities and annual family income less than ₹4,50,000.
Benefits:
Waiver of hostel fees and mess charges.
₹250 monthly pocket allowance for 8 months per year.
5. Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Fee Waiver
Eligibility: Must hold a valid disability certificate.
Benefits: Complete tuition fee waiver of ₹1,00,000 per semester.
6. Shraman Scholarship
Eligibility:
Annual family income less than ₹5,00,000.
Must meet academic requirements set by the institute.
Benefits:
Up to ₹35,000 per semester.
Renewable each year, maximum support of ₹2,80,000 over 8 semesters.
7. Vidyalakshmi Scholarship Scheme
Eligibility:
Students from families with income between ₹1,00,000 and ₹5,00,000.
Priority for EWS and OBC-NCL categories.
Minimum CGPA of 6.5.
50% scholarships reserved for female students.
Benefits: One-third tuition fee waiver.
🎓 Scholarships for M.Sc Students
1. Merit-Cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship
Eligibility:
Annual family income below ₹4,50,000.
Granted to top 25% of students based on JAM rank.
Benefits:
Tuition fee waiver.
₹1,000 monthly pocket allowance for 8 months per year.
2. Prof. Valsakumar Memorial Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship
Eligibility:
M.Sc Physics student with highest JAM rank.
Annual family income below ₹4,50,000.
Benefits: ₹35,000 per year.
3. Prof. Valsakumar Memorial Merit Award
Eligibility: M.Sc Physics student with highest CGPA.
Benefits: ₹5,000 annually.
4. SC/ST Scholarship
Eligibility: SC/ST students with income under ₹4,50,000.
Benefits:
Exemption from hostel and mess fees.
₹250 monthly stipend for 8 months annually.
🎓 Scholarships for Ph.D. Students
1. Half-Time Teaching Assistantship (HTTA)
Eligibility:
GATE-qualified candidates with an engineering degree.
Must fulfill the department's academic criteria.
Benefits:
Monthly stipend of ₹12,400.
Access to research facilities and teaching assistant positions.
2. Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF)
Eligibility:
Exceptional Ph.D. candidates with high academic performance.
Must be recommended by the institute.
Benefits:
Monthly fellowship of ₹70,000.
Annual contingency grant of ₹2,00,000.
Opportunities to work on national research initiatives.
🌐 Central Government & National Scholarships
Students at IIT Palakkad are also eligible for scholarships provided under national schemes by the Government of India. These include:
1. Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Professional and Technical Courses
For OBC students with income below ₹2,50,000.
Covers tuition fees and maintenance allowances.
2. Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
For students with 40% or more disability and income below ₹6,00,000.
Includes tuition fee reimbursement, maintenance, and special equipment allowance.
3. Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students
For SC students with income under ₹8,00,000.
Covers full tuition fees, laptop, and living expenses.
4. National Fellowship and Scholarship for ST Students
For ST students with family income below ₹6,00,000.
Covers tuition, books, living, and transport allowances.
5. Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students
For students who scored above 80th percentile in Class XII.
Income ceiling of ₹8,00,000.
Annual financial assistance for pursuing higher education.
6. Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme for CAPF and Assam Rifles
For children of personnel from armed forces.
Requires minimum 60% marks in Class XII.
Fixed annual scholarship amount.
7. NEC Merit Scholarship
For students from the North Eastern Region.
Requires 60% marks in Class XII and family income under ₹8,00,000.
📝 Application Process for Scholarships
1. Institute-Level Scholarships
Information is shared during student orientation or via official notifications.
Students submit forms with income certificate, caste/disability certificate, and academic records.
2. Government/National Scholarships
Applications are submitted via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Deadlines and renewal instructions are announced annually.
3. Documents Required
Income certificate issued by competent authority.
Caste or disability certificate (if applicable).
Academic transcripts and mark sheets.
Aadhar-linked bank account details.
🔁 Renewal of Scholarships
Most scholarships at IIT Palakkad are renewable annually, subject to:
Satisfactory academic performance.
Continued financial need.
Good conduct and attendance.
Failure to meet the criteria may lead to revocation of the scholarship.
🧾 Additional Financial Assistance
Besides scholarships, IIT Palakkad also provides:
Emergency Financial Aid: For students facing sudden economic hardships.
Interest-Free Loans: To help students manage educational expenses.
Support for Conferences and Projects: Reimbursements for participation in research events.
🏅 Summary: Why IIT Palakkad Stands Out
A diverse portfolio of merit-based and need-based scholarships.
Inclusivity through support for marginalized communities.
No tuition fees for many eligible students, ensuring equitable access.
Proactive support for women students.
Easy access to government scholarships and special schemes.
🎯 Final Thoughts
IIT Palakkad ensures that no deserving student is denied education due to financial constraints. With a mix of institutional support and government-funded programs, the institute fosters an environment where students can focus on academic excellence and research innovation without financial burden.
Prospective and current students are encouraged to check eligibility and apply within deadlines to make full use of these opportunities.