IIT Bombay Free Messing Facility (SC/ST)
Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay · All India
| Scheme Name | IIT Bombay Free Messing Facility (SC/ST) |
| Provided By | Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The IIT Bombay Free Messing Facility offers eligible SC/ST students a hostel room rent waiver, free basic hostel mess food, and a monthly pocket allowance.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹35k+
Provides free basic messing at the hostel mess, hostel room rent waiver, and a pocket allowance of ₹500 per month (totaling around ₹35,000 per year).
Covers basic hostel food costs, waives room rent charges, and provides a pocket allowance of ₹5,000 per academic year.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Technology, Science, Design |
| Minimum Marks | 35% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹5.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | SC, ST |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓SC/ST Caste Certificate
- ✓Parental Income Certificate
- ✓Hostel allotment proof
Selection Process
Open to all SC/ST category students whose family income is below ₹5 Lakhs per annum.
Renewal Policy
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Must maintain passing academic grades and good code of conduct
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No high CGPA cutoff applies.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1
Apply through the IITB Academic Office / Student Portal.
- 2
Submit category certificate and verified parental income certificate.
- 3
Upon approval, hostel rent is waived and mess rebate is applied directly.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is the tuition fee waived under this facility?
Yes, tuition fees for all SC/ST undergraduate students are automatically 100% waived by the government. This facility covers food and accommodation.
Is there a CGPA cutoff for Free Messing?
No, there is no high CGPA threshold. Students only need to maintain basic passing marks and clear semester requirements.
How is the pocket allowance paid?
The pocket allowance of ₹500 per month is credited directly to the student's bank account for 10 months of the academic year.
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