The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur offers a wide range of scholarships that reflect its commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students can benefit from these opportunities, which are awarded based on merit, financial need, or a combination of criteria.
Scholarships at IIT Kharagpur include those funded by Central and State Government ministries, Union Territories, Public Sector Units, Government undertakings, private foundations, and foreign agencies. Additionally, the institute provides endowment scholarships supported by its own endowment fund, ensuring that deserving students have access to financial assistance for their academic journey.
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IIT Kharagpur Scholarships for Indian Students
IIT-KGP scholarships for Indian students are given in the table below:
| SNo. | Scholarship / Assistance Type | Eligible Students | Description / Benefit |
| 1 | Merit-Cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship | Undergraduate & Dual Degree students | Covers tuition fee; awarded to up to 25% of eligible students based on merit and family income |
| 2 | Tuition Fee Exemption (Non-MCM) | Students meeting means, not merit | Tuition waived for up to 10% of students who meet income criteria but not merit |
| 3 | Institute Tuition-Fee Exemption for SC/ST | SC/ST Undergraduate students | 100% tuition waiver as per Government of India policy |
| 4 | PG & PhD Fellowships (MoE-sponsored) | PG & PhD students | - PMRF for PhD: INR 70,000/month- M.Tech scholarship: INR 12,400/month- Research scholarship: INR 37,000–42,000/month- Post-doc: INR 70,000–150,000/month |
| 5 | Endowment & Alumni-Funded Scholarships | Best-performing students (batch-wise) | Awarded based on highest CGPA and other criteria via endowments from alumni/funds |
| 6 | Assistantships for 2-Year M.Sc. (Joint M.Sc.–Ph.D.) | M.Sc. students | Merit-cum-means INR 1,000/month for up to 25% students |
| 7 | SC/ST Post-Matric Routine Aid for M.Sc. | SC/ST M.Sc. students | Free hostel, basic meals, plus INR 250/month pocket allowance (income ≤ INR 50,920/year) |
| 8 | PhD Fellowship | PhD students | INR 12,000/month (first 2 years), INR 14,000/month (next 2 years), with CGPA ≥ 8 or GATE/NET qualification |
IIT Kharagpur Scholarships for International Students
IIT KGP scholarships for International students are given in the table below:
| SNo | Scholarship / Program | Eligible Students | Description / Benefit |
| 1 | IITKGP Foundation (IITKGPF) Internships | Undergraduate & Masters students | USD 3,000–5,000/support for international research or professional internships |
| 2 | ANU Future Research Talent (FRT) Award | Selected Indian students | 10–12 weeks research at Australian National University in sciences & engineering disciplines |
| 3 | DAAD KOSPIE Program | M.Tech students | 7-month scholarship: €861/month + travel and insurance; for engineering undergraduates in 2nd semester |
| 4 | WMG (University of Warwick) Short Course | UG and PG students | 8–11 week industrial research projects, virtual or on-site, at WMG, Warwick |
| 5 | Raman-Charpak Fellowship | PhD & Master’s (French/Indian) | 2–6 months Indo-French research mobility fellowship |
| 6 | Boeing Scholarship Program | B.Tech full-time students | Ten scholarships offering INR 10,000/month to selected undergraduates |
IIT Kharagpur Scholarships FAQs
How to get a scholarship in IIT Kharagpur?
Students at IIT Kharagpur can apply for scholarships through schemes like Merit-Cum-Means (MCM), Tuition Fee Exemption for SC/ST and income-based categories, alumni and endowment awards, as well as government and international scholarships such as DAAD KOSPIE, ANU Future Research Talent Award, Raman-Charpak Fellowship, Boeing Scholarship, and IITKGP Foundation Internships. Eligibility depends on parental income, academic merit, and category, and applications are made via the IIT KGP online portal at the beginning of each academic year.
Can I get a 100% scholarship in IIT?
Yes, students from economically weaker backgrounds may receive 100% tuition fee waivers under government schemes; SC/ST candidates automatically get full tuition fee exemption, while students with family income below INR 1 lakh are also eligible. Additionally, SC/ST Post-Matric Aid covers hostel and mess support, and some international fellowships provide full academic expense coverage.
What scholarships are available for B.Tech students at IIT Kharagpur?
B.Tech students at IIT KGP can apply for Merit-Cum-Means (MCM) Scholarships, SC/ST Tuition Fee Exemptions, alumni/endowment awards, government-funded schemes for OBC/Minority/EWS categories, as well as external scholarships like Aditya Birla, OP Jindal, Boeing Scholarship.
What is the IIT Kharagpur scholarship amount?
The IIT KGP scholarship amount varies by scheme: MCM provides a tuition fee waiver and INR 1,000 per month stipend, M.Tech/Dual Degree assistantships offer INR 12,400/month, PhD fellowships range from INR 37,000–42,000/month, while PMRF scholars may receive up to INR 70,000/month; international awards like DAAD provide ~€861/month, and IITKGPF grants between USD 3,000–5,000.
What is the MCM Scholarship at IIT Kharagpur?
The Merit-Cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship is offered to UG and Dual Degree students with strong academic records and parental income below INR 5–6 lakh annually, covering a full tuition fee waiver plus a monthly stipend of about INR 1,000, and supports nearly 25% of students in each batch.
What government scholarships are available for IIT students?
Government scholarships at IIT Kharagpur include SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarships (covering tuition, hostel, meals, and pocket allowance), National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education (NFST), OBC/Minority/EWS scholarships, and state government scholarships depending on domicile.
Do IIT KGP dual degree students get a stipend?
Yes, dual degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) students at IIT Kharagpur receive a monthly stipend of INR 12,400 during their M.Tech years starting from the 5th year, as per Ministry of Education guidelines, provided they remain enrolled in the program.
What is the PhD stipend at IIT Kharagpur?
PhD scholars at IIT KGP typically earn INR 37,000–42,000/month for the first two years, with increments in later years; those under the Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) may receive up to INR 70,000/month, while post-doctoral fellows can earn between INR 70,000–1,50,000/month depending on funding.
How to get admission in IIT Kharagpur?
Admission to IIT Kharagpur is through national entrance exams—JEE Advanced for B.Tech, GATE for M.Tech, CAT for MBA, LSAT–India for Law, and GATE/NET plus interviews for PhD programs.
How many students study at IIT Kharagpur?
IIT Kharagpur has over 14,650 students across B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, Law, Architecture, and PhD programs, supported by 600+ faculty members; as the largest IIT with a 2,100-acre campus and 21 hostels, it offers a self-sufficient academic and residential environment.