IIT Goa offers several scholarship and fee remission schemes to support students from various categories. The Top Class Education Scheme is aimed at undergraduate SC students, providing full financial support through the National Scholarship Portal. Post Matric Scholarships are available for SC students (both undergraduate and postgraduate), providing financial assistance after matriculation. For ST students, there are multiple scholarships including the National Fellowship & Scholarship for higher education. Through these scholarships, IIT Goa facilitates the pursuit of top-tier programs and courses.
IIT Goa Scholarship
IIT Goa offers various scholarships and remission schemes to support students financially, particularly those from underprivileged and reserved categories. Here is the complete detail of the scholarship offered in IIT Goa.
| Scholarship / Remission Scheme | Eligible Candidates | Key Features / Conditions |
| Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students | Undergraduate SC students | Full support for education via National Scholarship Portal |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students (All States) | SC students (UG / PG) | Scholarship after matriculation |
| National Fellowship & Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students (former Top Class for ST) | ST students (UG / PG) | Scholarship for higher education |
| Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) for ST Students | ST students (UG / PG) | Post matric level scholarship |
| Centrally Sponsored Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students – Goa | ST students (UG / PG) | State-level version under central scheme |
| Remission of Tuition Fee for BTech (General / EWS / OBC-NCL) | BTech students in General / EWS / OBC-NCL | Full exemption if parental income < INR 1,00,000; exemption of 2/3 of tuition if income is between INR 1,00,000 and INR 5,00,000 |
| Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) | Research / PhD students | IIT Goa participates in PMRF scheme |
| Donor-funded Scholarships (named / special) | All categories / EWS / female students etc. | Scholarships created by donations, minimum donation INR 5 lakh, individual scholarship not below INR 10,000, merit or means criterion |
| Preparatory Program Financial Facilities | Students in the preparatory program | Tuition fee waived for all; for SC/ST with parental income ≤ INR 4,50,000: free messing, hostel rent waiver, stipend etc. |
IIT Goa Scholarship: Required Documents
Here are the necessary documents to apply for scholarships at IIT Goa:
| Document |
| Copy of Caste Certificate |
| Bank Account Number |
| Copy of AADHAR Card |
| Copy of proof of admission to IIT Goa |
| Copy of Hostel Fee and Mess Advance |
| Proof of Income |
IIT Goa Scholarship Application Process and Eligibility
Aspiring recipients of scholarships can apply by visiting the official IIT Goa website and filling the application form for the chosen scholarship. For the MCM scholarship, the student must have secured at least 60% marks in their 12th standard and have a respectable JEE score. A maximum annual parental income of INR 5 lakhs is also a criterion for selection, along with previous academic records.
IIT Goa ensures substantial funding for its research scholars, covering not only the entire program fees and living costs but also basic expenses such as travel and book costs. This financial support is part of the institute's commitment to promoting advanced research and innovation.