IIT Kharagpur Free Studentship and GoI Fee Remission
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur · All India
| Scheme Name | IIT Kharagpur Free Studentship and GoI Fee Remission |
| Provided By | Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The IIT Kharagpur Free Studentship and GoI Fee Remission programs provide full or 2/3rd tuition fee waivers based on parental income.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹2.0 Lakh+
Waiver of 100% tuition fee (₹2,00,000) for income under ₹1L, and 2/3rd waiver (₹1,33,333) for income ₹1L-5L. Free Studentship waives tuition for up to 10% of students.
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Provides full or partial tuition fee exemption
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Free Studentship covers students who meet means but miss MCM academic ranks.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Technology, Science |
| Minimum Marks | 35% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹6.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, EWS |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Family Income Certificate / ITR
- ✓Income Declaration Affidavit
Selection Process
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Based on family income verification
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Free Studentship is selected based on academic status among those meeting income criteria.
Renewal Policy
Must submit updated parental income certificates annually before the start of the academic year.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Register your family income details on the ERP portal.
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Upload the parental income certificate and affidavit.
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Fee remission is applied, adjusting your semester fee demand.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the CGPA requirement for Free Studentship?
Unlike MCM, Free Studentship has lower academic cutoffs, prioritizing economic need.
Does this cover summer semester fees?
No, fee waivers typically apply to the regular autumn and spring semesters.
Can students on disciplinary probation apply?
No, students with pending disciplinary actions are ineligible.
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