IIT Madras, a prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, is a dream for many aspiring engineers and researchers. But with dreams come challenges. The cost of education is a challenge for the dream of becoming an IITian. But the best part of it is IIT Madras offers a variety of scholarships. These scholarships will help you fulfill your dream and help you financially.
These include selective scholarship amounts, fee waivers,s and special schemes for SC, ST, and women students. Some scholarships are funded by alumni, while others come from companies and the Government of India. Here is a list of some of the scholarships offered by IIT Madras and their eligibility criteria.
| Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Amount of Scholarship |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Parental income not exceeding Rs. 4,50,000/- | 67% tuition fee exemption; available for 25% of admitted students; minimum GPA of 5.0 required for renewal. |
| Institute Free Studentship | Parental income not exceeding Rs. 4,50,000/- | 67% tuition fee exemption; available for 25% of admitted students; minimum GPA of 5.0 required for renewal. |
| Support for SC/ST Students | Families with annual income below Rs. 4,50,000/- | Free messing, pocket allowance of Rs. 250/- per month; minimum GPA of 5.0 required for renewal. |
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Scholarships for women
| Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Amount of Scholarship |
| Indian Women’s Association at Bonn Scholarship | B.Tech student with a parental income up to Rs. 5 lakhs | Rs. 1,250/- per month for 12 months |
| Ministry of Minority Affairs Scholarship | Students from minority communities with parental income ≤ Rs. 2.5 lakhs | Covers maintenance expenses and reimburses course fees; 30% reserved for girls |
| MHRD Scholarship for Single Girl Child | Single girl child pursuing higher education | Rs. 40,000/- per year |
IIT Madras Scholarships from the Government
| Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Amount of Scholarship |
| Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Scholarship | Top 10 SC students in B.Tech, MBA, and Dual Degree programs with a JEE rank and parental income below Rs. 4.5 lakhs | Personal computer, living expenses, book allowance, and fee reimbursement |
| Ministry of Tribal Affairs Scholarship | Top 5 ST students in B.Tech, MBA, and Dual Degree programs with a JEE rank and parental income not exceeding Rs. 6 lakhs | Personal computer, living expenses, book allowance, and fee reimbursement; renewable subject to passing |
