IIT Palakkad offers a wide range of scholarships to support both B.Tech and M.Sc students, especially those from financially weaker backgrounds. These scholarships include full and partial tuition fee waivers, hostel and dining fee waivers, and monthly pocket allowances. Key scholarships include Full and Two-Third Fee Remission, MCM Scholarship, SC/ ST Scholarship, and special schemes like Vidyalakshmi and Shraman Scholarships. For M.Sc students, merit-based awards like the Prof Valsakumar Scholarships are also available. Moreover, the institute also encourages international opportunities through well-known scholarships like Charpak, Eiffel, Fulbright-Nehru, DAAD, and MEXT. These international scholarships enable students to pursue research or higher education outside of the country with perks such as tuition fees, travel grants, and monthly stipends. IIT Palakkad is committed to making education accessible and globally competitive for its students.
Scholarships provided by IIT Palakkad
IIT Palakkad offers a variety of scholarships to support B.Tech and M.Sc students, especially those from financially weaker sections. These scholarships are awarded based on family income, academic performance, and social category. Benefits include full or partial tuition fee waivers, hostel fee waivers, and monthly pocket allowances to ease students’ financial burden.
For B. Tech Programs:
S.No | Name of Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Amount of Scholarship Awarded |
1 | Full Fee Remission | Annual family income below INR 1 lakh | Full Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 1,00,000/- per semester) |
2 | Two Third Fee Remission | Annual family income between INR 1 lakh and below INR 5 lakhs | Two Third Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 66,667/- per semester) |
3 | MCM Scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.5 lakhs and provided to 25% of the sanctioned strength based on JEE rank | Full Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 1,00,000/- per semester) + INR 1,000/- per month as pocket money for four months in a semester |
4 | SC/ST Scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.5 lakhs and belonging to SC/ST community | Hostel accommodation and dining charges waived (approx. INR 27,000/- per semester) + INR 250/- per month as pocket money for four months in a semester |
5 | PwD Fee Waiver | Certificate to prove disability | Full Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 1,00,000/- per semester) |
6 | Shraman Scholarships | Underprivileged students with annual family income less than INR 5 lakhs | Up to INR 35,000/- per semester (INR 70,000/- annually). Renewed annually based on academic performance. Max support INR 2,80,000/- (up to 8th semester) |
7 | Vidyalakshmi Scholarship Scheme | Students from families with annual income between INR 1–5 lakhs, including EWS and OBC-NCL. CGPA > 6.5. 50% reserved for girl students, priority to BTech girls | 1/3rd of the tuition fee awarded (INR 33,333/- approximately) |
For M.Sc Programs:
S.No | Name of Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Amount of Scholarship Awarded |
1 | MCM Scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.5 lakhs per annum and provided to 25% of the sanctioned strength based on JAM rank | Full Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 3,000/- per semester) + INR 1,000/- per month as pocket money for four months in a semester |
2 | Prof. Valsakumar Memorial Merit cum Means Scholarship | MSc Physics student with highest JAM rank and annual family income below INR 4.5 lakhs | INR 35,000/- per year |
3 | Prof. Valsakumar Memorial Merit Award | MSc Physics student with highest CGPA | INR 5,000/- per year |
4 | SC/ST Scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.5 lakhs and belonging to SC/ST community | Hostel accommodation and dining charges waived off (approx. INR 27,000/- per semester, based on actuals) + INR 250/- per month as pocket money for four months in a semester |
IIT Palakkad Scholarships FAQs
What kind of scholarships are offered to B.Tech students at IIT Palakkad?
B.Tech students at IIT Palakkad are eligible for scholarships such as Full Fee Remission, Two-Third Fee Remission, MCM Scholarship, SC/ST Scholarship, PwD Fee Waiver, Shraman Scholarships, and the Vidyalakshmi Scholarship Scheme.
Who is eligible for the Full Fee Remission at IIT Palakkad?
Students with an annual family income of less than INR 1 lakh are entitled to a Full Tuition Fee Waiver, which is INR 1,00,000 per semester.
What is the financial assistance provided by the MCM Scholarship to M.Sc students at IIT Palakkad?
M.Sc students under the MCM Scholarship are provided with a full waiver of tuition fees ( INR 3,000 per semester) and INR 1,000 per month as pocket allowance for four months per semester.
What is Prof Valsakumar Memorial Merit cum Means Scholarship at IIT Palakkad?
It is given to a student of MSc Physics having the top JAM rank and an annual family income of INR 4.5 lakhs or below. The scholarship amount is INR 35,000 annually.
Are there SC/ST student scholarships at IIT Palakkad?
Yes, SC/ST students with a family income of less than INR 4.5 lakhs receive hostel and dining fee remittances (approx. INR 27,000 per semester) and a INR 250 per month stipend.
What is the Vidyalakshmi Scholarship Scheme at IIT Palakkad?
It aids students with an annual income of INR 1 to INR 5 lakhs, primarily from EWS and OBC-NCL categories, paying one-third of tuition fees. Meritorious girl students are given priority.
Which global scholarships does IIT Palakkad encourage for the students?
IIT Palakkad encourages global scholarships like Charpak, Eiffel, Fulbright-Nehru, DAAD, MEXT, Mitacs, and TIGP for encouraging the students to study higher and conduct research outside the country.
What assistance is provided under the Shraman Scholarships at IIT Palakkad?
Shraman Scholarships give up to INR 35,000 per semester (renewable) to poor students, up to a maximum of INR 2.8 lakhs until the 8th semester.
What advantages do IIT Palakkad students gain from the Charpak Master's Scholarship?
The Charpak Master's Scholarship gives an €860 monthly stipend, waiver of the visa fee, and social security benefits to Indian students for studying Master's courses in France.
How much does the TIGP Scholarship in Taiwan provide for the students of IIT Palakkad?
The TIGP Scholarship offers PhD students NT$40,000 per month for a maximum of 3 years, helping them pursue advanced research studies.