Government SchemeVerified for 2026
IIT Bombay Free Messing Facility (SC/ST) Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent35% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsGraduation
Eligible Caste/CategoriesSC, ST
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Registered SC/ST undergraduate students at IIT Bombay living in hostels.
FAQs for IIT Bombay Free Messing Facility (SC/ST)
Q.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.
Q.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.
Q.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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