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 | Graduation · SC, ST · Family income up to ₹5 Lakh/year |
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+
The "IIT Bombay Free Messing Facility (SC/ST)" scholarship provides financial support estimated to be between ₹30,000 to ₹35,000 per year. This includes free basic messing (food) in the hostel mess, a waiver of hostel room rent, and a pocket allowance of ₹500 per month, payable for 10 months in an academic year. Additionally, all SC/ST students at IIT Bombay are automatically exempted from paying tuition fees. The pocket allowance of ₹500 per month is credited directly to the student's bank account.
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 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
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Candidates are selected based on their eligibility as SC/ST category students, with parental annual gross income from all sources not exceeding ₹5,00,000 for the previous financial year
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Students must be admitted under the respective SC/ST category norms
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Academic performance requires maintaining basic passing marks and clearing semester requirements, with no high CGPA cutoff.
Renewal Policy
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Annual renewal of the scholarship requires students to maintain passing academic grades and a good code of conduct
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There is no high CGPA cutoff, but satisfactory academic performance in the preceding academic year/semester is necessary
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Students must submit required documents, including an updated Parental Income Certificate, every year to continue receiving benefits
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If academic performance drops or parental income increases beyond the specified limit, the scholarship may not be renewed
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Awardees are not permitted to accept any other scholarship from government, semi-government, or private organizations simultaneously with this facility
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any such applications or receipts must be declared
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Benefits are available for the standard duration of the program upon successful registration each year.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Check Eligibility
Confirm you belong to the SC/ST category and your parental annual gross income from all sources for the previous financial year does not exceed ₹5,00,000.
- 2Gather Documents
Collect your SC/ST Caste Certificate, a valid Parental Income Certificate issued by a competent authority for the current academic year, academic mark sheets/rank cards, and hostel allotment proof.
- 3Pay Semester Mess Advance (SMA)
It is mandatory to pay the Semester Mess Advance (SMA) as soon as your roll number is generated. Even if eligible for free messing, you must initially pay the SMA.
- 4Access Application Portal
Go to the IIT Bombay Student Portal (ASC Portal) at `https://portal.iitb.ac.in/asc`.
- 5Complete Application
Fill out the online application form. Pre-filled forms are often available on the ASC Portal; take a printout, affix photographs, and sign them. These documents should be brought during the registration process.
- 6Submit Documents
Upload or submit your category certificate and verified parental income certificate as required.
- 7Declare Other Scholarships
Clearly declare if you have applied for or are receiving any other scholarships from government, semi-government, or private sources to avoid disqualification.
- 8Track Status
Monitor updates regularly on the official IIT Bombay website and the application portal for sanction and payment status.
- 9Post-Approval
Upon approval, the hostel rent is waived, and the mess rebate is applied directly. The pocket allowance is credited to your bank account.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is the tuition fee waived under the Free Messing Facility?
Yes, all undergraduate students belonging to the SC/ST categories at IIT Bombay are automatically granted a 100% waiver of tuition fees by the government. The Free Messing Facility specifically covers basic hostel mess food, hostel room rent, and a monthly pocket allowance.
Is there a minimum CGPA or academic performance requirement for the Free Messing Facility?
There is no high CGPA cutoff for the Free Messing Facility. Students are primarily required to maintain basic passing marks, clear their semester requirements, and uphold a good code of conduct to remain eligible.
How and when is the pocket allowance disbursed?
The pocket allowance of ₹500 per month is credited directly to the student's bank account. It is provided for 10 months of the academic year.
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