IIT Madras Institute Tuition Fee Waiver
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras · All India
| Scheme Name | IIT Madras Institute Tuition Fee Waiver |
| Provided By | Indian Institute of Technology, Madras |
| Eligibility Summary | Graduation · Family income up to ₹5 Lakh/year |
About the Program
The IIT Madras Institute Tuition Fee Waiver provides full or 2/3rd fee remission to undergraduate students based on income and caste.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹2.0 Lakh+
The IIT Madras Institute Tuition Fee Waiver provides full or partial remission of the annual tuition fee. The annual tuition fee for B.Tech students is ₹2,00,000. - **100% Tuition Fee Exemption:** All SC/ST/PwD category Indian students are exempted from the full tuition fee, irrespective of their parental income. General, OBC-NCL, and EWS students whose family income is less than ₹1 lakh per annum also receive full tuition fee remission. - **Partial to 100% Tuition Fee Remission:** General, OBC-NCL, and EWS students whose family income is between ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakhs per annum receive a 2/3rd remission of the tuition fee (approximately ₹1,33,333). The remaining 1/3rd (₹66,667) is typically covered through alumni or CSR funds, ensuring a 100% tuition fee waiver for eligible students in this income bracket. - **Alumni/CSR Support:** Students with a family income between ₹5 lakhs and ₹8 lakhs per annum can also receive 100% tuition fee support through alumni/CSR subsidies. The tuition fee waiver is directly applied as a remission to the student's semester fee invoice prior to payment, meaning students do not typically receive a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to their Aadhaar-seeded accounts for this specific waiver. Other charges like hostel fees, mess charges, and other institute fees are generally not covered by the tuition fee waiver.
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Direct tuition waiver applied to the student semester fee invoice prior to payment
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SC/ST/PwD students receive 100% waiver automatically.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Technology, Science |
| Minimum Marks | 5% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Parental Income Certificate (issued by Tehsildar)
- ✓ITR Ack / Form 16
- ✓Caste Certificate (for SC/ST)
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected for the Institute Tuition Fee Waiver primarily based on their family income and category status, which are declared during the registration process.
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Automatic for SC/ST/PwD:All SC/ST/PwD category Indian students automatically receive a 100% tuition fee waiver.
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Income-Based for General/OBC-NCL/EWS:For General, OBC-NCL, and EWS categories, the waiver amount (full or 2/3rd) is determined by the annual parental income bracket.
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Merit-cum-Means:While the waiver is primarily income-based, continuing eligibility for Merit-cum-Means scholarships (which include tuition fee exemptions) requires maintaining a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA).
Renewal Policy
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The Institute Tuition Fee Waiver is subject to annual renewal based on specific conditions:
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Income Certificate Submission:A fresh parental income certificate, issued after April 1st of the current financial year, must be submitted annually.
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Academic Performance:Students must maintain a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 in each semester to continue receiving the benefits of the scholarship.
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Disciplinary Record:Students must not have any active disciplinary actions against them.
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Application Process:Students are typically required to submit a renewal form each semester and provide updated income proofs if needed. The application for renewal is usually managed through the institute's student workflow portal during registration.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Check Eligibility
Before applying, review the family income limits and category requirements to ensure you qualify for the tuition fee waiver (e.g., parental income less than ₹8 lakhs per annum for 100% tuition waiver through government schemes and alumni/CSR support, or SC/ST/PwD category).
- 2Gather Documents
Collect all necessary documents, including: * Parental Income Certificate (issued by Tehsildar, dated after April 1st for the current financial year). * ITR Acknowledgment / Form 16 / Parent Income Affidavit. * Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL categories). * EWS Certificate (for General category economically weaker sections). * PwD Certificate (if applicable).
- 3Apply during Registration
When filling out your term registration online through the IIT Madras student workflow portal (e.g., dost.iitm.ac.in), declare your family income and category details.
- 4Upload Documents
Upload the scanned copies of your mandatory documents to the portal as required.
- 5Fee Adjustment
The system will automatically display the adjusted fee payable based on your declared income and category, reflecting the tuition fee waiver.
- 6Track Status
The fee waiver is applied directly to your fee invoice. You can track your fee status through the IITM Integrated Fee Payment Portal (fees.iitm.ac.in). For other scholarships and awards, the 'Awards & Scholarship' section on dost.iitm.ac.in may provide status updates.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Do SC/ST/PwD students need to submit income proofs to avail the tuition fee waiver?
No, the tuition fee waiver for all SC/ST/PwD undergraduate students is 100% automatic and is independent of their parental income. They are fully exempted from paying the tuition fee.
Is the income certificate required to be renewed every year for the tuition fee waiver?
Yes, a fresh parental income certificate, issued after April 1st of the current financial year, must be submitted annually to continue availing the tuition fee waiver.
How does the alumni and CSR support work for students with family income between ₹1 lakh and ₹5 lakhs per annum?
For General, OBC-NCL, and EWS students with an annual family income between ₹1 lakh and ₹5 lakhs, the government provides a 2/3rd remission of the tuition fee. The remaining 1/3rd (approximately ₹66,667) is covered by alumni and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds, ensuring that these students also receive a 100% tuition fee waiver.
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