IIT Bhilai Scholarship Details 2026

Lisha Gupta

Updated on - Mar 12, 2026

IIT Bhilai provides a variety of financial support options to assist students with tuition and living costs. These include government-funded scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), institute-specific schemes such as the Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship, free studentships, and various external or donor-sponsored awards. Postgraduate students also receive support through stipends, including those for GATE-qualified M.Tech candidates and PhD fellowships (JRF/SRF). In alignment with national policy, special provisions are available for reserved categories, including full tuition fee waivers for SC/ST/PH students and significant income-linked fee remissions for students from OBC-NCL and EWS categories.

Types of IIT Bhilai Scholarships

The primary goal of scholarship programs at IIT Bhilai is to ensure that meritorious and economically disadvantaged students can pursue their education without financial barriers. Scholarships are available for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and research programs, with a focus on academic excellence, family income, and statutory category requirements.

Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship at IIT Bhilai

The MCM Scholarship at IIT Bhilai is designed to support high-achieving students from low-income families in the General and OBC-NCL categories. It is strictly limited to 25% of the sanctioned intake for B.Tech and M.Sc. programs.

• Eligibility Criteria: * For Freshers: Based on JEE Advanced (UG) or JAM (PG) rank and family income.

  • For Seniors: Must maintain a minimum CGPA of 6.0 with no "F" (Fail) grades in the previous semester.

  • Discipline: Students must have a clean disciplinary record and not have been penalized for unfair means.

• Amount Offered: * Recipients receive a pocket allowance of INR 1,000 per month (for 10 months a year).

  • A full tuition fee waiver (approx. INR 1,00,000 per semester for General students) is granted. For those already receiving a 2/3rd waiver through the TFW scheme, the MCM covers the remaining 1/3rd.

• Income Limits: * Gross annual family income must not exceed INR 5 Lakh for General/EWS students.

  • For OBC-NCL students, the limit is INR 6 Lakh per annum.

• Renewal Rules: Scholarships are reviewed every semester. Students must re-verify their income annually and maintain the 6.0 CGPA threshold. Failure to meet academic or conduct standards leads to immediate discontinuation.

• Official Verification: Applicants must submit an Income Certificate issued by a competent authority (e.g., Tehsildar) after April 1st of the current financial year, along with the family's Income Tax Returns (ITR).

IIT Bhilai Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS Students

IIT Bhilai maintains a robust financial support system to ensure that financial background never hinders technical excellence, following the Government of India (GOI) mandate.

SC/ST Students Financial Assistance

• Eligibility: All SC/ST students enrolled in regular undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

• Benefits:

  • Full Tuition Fee Waiver: Automatic 100% remission of the tuition fee (INR 1,00,000 per semester) for all SC/ST students, regardless of parental income.

  • Institute SC/ST Scholarship: For those with a parental income below INR 4.5 lakh/year and a minimum CGPA of 6.0, the institute provides free messing and boarding plus a pocket allowance of INR 250/month.

• Application: The tuition waiver is applied at registration; the additional scholarship requires a separate application via the Student Affairs office with a valid category certificate.

OBC (NCL) & EWS Fee Remission

• Eligibility: Undergraduate students belonging to OBC-NCL and EWS categories, based on family income slabs.

• Income Slabs and Remission:

  • Below INR 1 lakh: 100% tuition fee remission.

  • INR 1 lakh to INR 5 lakh: 66% (2/3) tuition fee remission.

• Explanation: Students in the mid-slab (INR 1L–INR 5L) pay approximately INR 33,333/semester instead of the full INR 1 lakh. They must provide an updated Income Certificate and ITR (Income Tax Return) annually.

• Top-Up (MCM): Students in these categories can also apply for the Merit-cum-Means (MCM) scholarship. If selected (top 25%), they receive a INR 1,000/month stipend and reimbursement of the remaining 1/3rd of the tuition fee.

IIT Bhilai Scholarships for M.Tech, MSc & PhD Students

Postgraduate and doctoral scholars at IIT Bhilai are supported through institutional fellowships and specialized grants.

• M.Tech Stipend: * Amount: INR 12,400 per month for a maximum of 21 months.

  • Eligibility: Non-sponsored students with a valid GATE score.

  • Requirements: Must reside on campus and contribute 8 hours/week of teaching assistance (TAship) or administrative work.

• MSc Scholarships: * GSTN-CSR Scholarship: Awarded to MSc students with a family income below INR 5 lakh. It provides INR 12,000 per year based on merit and financial need.

  • Merit-cum-Means: Also available for MSc students who maintain high academic performance (CGPA ≥ 6.0).

• PhD Fellowship: * Institute Assistantship: Full-time scholars receive INR 37,000/month for the first 2 years (JRF level) and INR 42,000/month for the next 3 years (SRF level) upon successful progress review.

  • Eligibility: Requires a valid GATE/NET score or a B.Tech degree from an IIT with a CGPA above 8.0.

  • Tenure: 4 years, extendable to a 5th year based on departmental recommendation.

• Renewal Criteria: Fellowships are subject to a minimum CGPA and satisfactory performance in TA duties.

Government & External Scholarships Accepted at IIT Bhilai

IIT Bhilai facilitates various national and state-level financial aid programs, predominantly processed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

• NSP Scholarships: Includes the Central Sector Scheme for top-performing college students, Top Class Education for SC/ST (covers full tuition, living expenses, and a laptop allowance), Scholarships for Students with Disabilities, and the Ishan Uday scheme specifically for students from the North Eastern Region.

• State Government Schemes: Supports students from various states via portals like Post Matric Scholarship (Chhattisgarh), e-Kalyan (Jharkhand), and similar schemes from MP, Bihar, and Rajasthan.

• Special Research Fellowships: Includes the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics and IT, and the Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) for high-impact doctoral research.

• Donor & Alumni Awards: * GSTN-CSR Scholarship: Specifically for M.Sc. students (INR 12,000/year).

  • Gayatri Devi Leadership Award: Honors B.Tech students with a INR 11,000 cash prize and a medal.

  • R P Singh Memorial Award: A semester-based cash award (INR 10,000 total) for leadership and social work.

  • Alumni Association's Young Researcher Award: Recognizes undergraduate research with a INR 10,000 grant.

How to Apply for IIT Bhilai Scholarships (Step-by-Step)

1. Admission Confirmation: Secure your seat through JEE Advanced (B.Tech), JAM (M.Sc), or GATE (M.Tech/PhD).

2. Check Eligibility: Review the latest notices on the IIT Bhilai Polaris portal or the official institute website under the "Scholarships and Awards" section.

3. Document Preparation: Gather all income, caste, and academic certificates (see list below).

4. Online Application: * For Institute Schemes (MCM/Free Studentship): Apply through the Polaris (ERP) portal as per the academic calendar.

   • For Government Schemes: Register at scholarships.gov.in.

5. Submission: Submit the online application and provide physical copies of the required documents to the Student Affairs Office for internal verification.

6. Institute Verification: The Nodal Officer verifies your status on the portal. If your application is marked "Defective," you must correct it immediately.

7. Disbursement: Once approved by the respective ministry or donor, funds are credited directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT.

Required Documents

• Income Certificate: Issued by a Revenue Officer (Tehsildar or above), typically valid for the current financial year.

• Caste Certificate: For SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS, strictly in the Government of India (GoI) format.

• Aadhaar Card: Must be seeded with your bank account for DBT.

• Bank Passbook: A clear copy of the front page showing the IFSC code and account number.

• Academic Transcripts: Marksheets of Class 10, 12, and previous semesters (for renewal).

• Bonafide Certificate: Generated from the institute’s academic office.

• Fee Receipts: Self-attested copies of the current semester/year fee payments.

IIT Bhilai Scholarship Renewal Rules

• Academic Standing: Maintain a minimum CGPA of 6.0 (some donor awards may require 7.0+) with no "F" (Fail) grades in the previous academic year.

• Attendance: Minimum 75% attendance is mandatory in all registered courses.

• Disciplinary Record: The student must not have been involved in any act of misconduct or penalized for using unfair means in exams.

• Annual Re-verification: For income-based scholarships, a fresh Income Certificate/ITR must be submitted every year.

• PG Residency: M.Tech and PhD fellowship holders must reside on campus and contribute 8 hours per week to academic/administrative duties assigned by the department.