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IIT Delhi Scholarship 2025: Eligibility, Application & Amount

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Updated on 8 Jan, 2026 by Mrinal Prakash

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IIT Delhi provides a variety of scholarships, such as Merit Cum Means (MCM), Research Assistance, Alumni and Loan Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to students based on their academic performance and scores.

 

Table of Contents

  1. IIT Delhi MCM Scholarship
  2. IIT Delhi Scholarship Research Assistance
  3. IIT Delhi Scholarship Offered by Alumni
  4. IIT Delhi Scholarship FAQs

 

IIT Delhi MCM Scholarship

The IIT Delhi MCM Scholarship stands for Merit Cum Means. This scholarship is specifically designed for students in the Undergraduate Programs of Engineering & Technology or MSc Programs. According to the IIT Delhi guidelines, 25% of the student body is eligible for this scholarship

 

In this scholarship, IIT Delhi provides Tuition fee waiver + monthly stipend of INR 4,000 for the main MCM scheme. All SC, ST, and PwD students can receive a 100% tuition fee exemption.

Scholarship

Eligibility

Amount / Benefit

MCM Scholarship

  • UG students at IIT Delhi (BTech, MA, MSc, MPP) with annual family income up to INR 8,00,000.
  • Maintain the minimum CGPA/SGPA of 6.0 for renewal.

INR 4,000 per month stipend plus full tuition fee waiver for 25% of eligible students.

MCM Scholarship (SC / ST / PwD)

All SC / ST / PwD students (statutory category exemptions).

100% tuition fee exemption, plus additional allowances where applicable.

 

IIT Delhi Scholarship Research Assistance

IIT Delhi Research Assistance scholarship is given to students enrolled in the PhD/research programs.

 

It is given to those who commit to working for the department. IIT Delhi Research assistance scholarship criteria is, students should be enrolled full-time in the research-based programs to be eligible for this grant.

Scholarship Name

Eligibility Criteria

Work Requirement

Amount (INR)

Research Assistance

Students enrolled in the PhD/research programs at IIT Delhi

Students who can work 20 hours a week

Minimum of INR 15,000 per month

Research Assistance (for MS Research Program)

Students enrolled in MS Research Programme at IIT Delhi

Students who can work for 8 hours a week

INR 24,000 per month

 

IIT Delhi Scholarship Offered by Alumni

Apart from the IIT Delhi scholarships, many respected alumni have established scholarships in the institute to support the academic achievements of the students.

 

Some of the scholarships offered by alumni at IIT Delhi by entrepreneurs and philanthropists are listed below:

Name of the Scholarship

Eligibility

1984 Batch Scholarship

1-year UG students with annual family income INR 8L.

ABB Scholarship

2-year UG student of Electrical Engineering (Power).

Amar Chand Memorial Scholarship

2-semester MSc (Mathematics) student not receiving another scholarship.

Indian Women’s Association Bonn Scholarship

1-year UG student with an annual income of less than INR 8L.

Jain Scholarship

1-year UG student with an annual income of less than INR 8L.

Janak Raj Malhotra Scholarship

1-year UG student with an annual income of less than INR 9L.

Krishna Engineering Scholarship

1-year UG student of Civil Engineering with an annual income of less than INR 8L.

Prof. A.K. Mahalanabis Memorial Scholarship

1-year UG student of Electrical Engineering.

 

IIT Delhi Scholarship FAQs

What is the IIT Delhi scholarship?

The IIT Delhi scholarship includes Merit-cum-Means (MCM), SC/ST/PwD fee exemptions, assistantships, and alumni-funded scholarships for UG, PG, and research students.

How does IIT Delhi scholarship for SC students work?

IIT Delhi scholarship for SC students offers 100% tuition fee exemption and access to Government of India scholarships, subject to category verification.

Is there an IIT Delhi scholarship for general students?

Yes, IIT Delhi scholarship for general students is mainly the Merit-cum-Means (MCM) scholarship, based on family income and academic merit.

How can MSc students get an IIT Delhi scholarship?

MSc students at IIT Delhi can receive scholarships through the MCM scheme (for coursework programs) or assistantships for MSc (Research) students.

What scholarships does IIT Delhi offer for B Tech students?

IIT Delhi offers MCM scholarship, SC/ST/PwD tuition fee exemption, and alumni-funded scholarships for eligible B Tech students.

Does IIT Delhi provide scholarship for OBC students?

Yes, IIT Delhi provides MCM scholarship for eligible OBC students and allows application to government-approved OBC scholarships.

How can international students get IIT Delhi scholarship?

IIT Delhi scholarships for international students are limited. Most international students study on self-funded or sponsored programs.

What is MCM scholarship IIT Delhi and who is eligible?

MCM scholarship IIT Delhi is for UG students with family income up to ₹8 lakh, offering a tuition fee waiver and monthly stipend.

Who is eligible for IIT Delhi scholarship for UG students?

UG students at IIT Delhi are eligible for scholarships based on income, merit, category (SC/ST/PwD), or donor-specific criteria.

How much is the IIT Delhi scholarship amount?

IIT Delhi scholarship amount depends on the scheme. MCM includes tuition fee waiver plus stipend, while SC/ST students get full tuition fee exemption.

Does IIT Delhi offer scholarships for MSc students?

Yes, IIT Delhi offers MCM scholarships for MSc coursework students and assistantship funding for MSc (Research) students.

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