The Indian Institute of Technology, Goa, is one of the well-known centers for technological education and research. It offers various scholarship schemes for its undergraduate and postgraduate students. Besides bachelor’s and postgraduate degree courses in several engineering branches, IIT Goa provides resources for doctoral work in all departments and research centers.
IIT Goa Scholarships
Here’s an overview of the scholarship opportunities:
Merit-Cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship
This scholarship aids students from General, OBC-NCL, and EWS categories based on merit and financial need. Eligible students must have a combined gross parental income not exceeding Rs 4,50,000 (without standard deductions) from the previous financial year. The MCM Scholarship addresses financial challenges, helping students focus on academics.
Free Messing Facilities (SC/ST Scholarship)
This scheme is designed for SC and ST students from economically weaker backgrounds. To qualify, the combined income of both parents must not exceed Rs 4,50,000 (excluding standard deductions) from the previous financial year, 2020-21. Beneficiaries receive free mess services, reducing living costs and ensuring meal consistency.
Also Read – Scholarships for Engineering Students in India
Additional Scholarship Schemes for SC and ST Students
IIT Goa also offers several scholarships exclusively for SC and ST students:
- Top Class Education Scheme for SC undergraduates
- Post Matric Scholarship for SC and ST students (applicable to UG and PG programs)
- National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students
- Centrally Sponsored Post Matric Scholarship for ST students from Goa
