Who can apply
Indian nationals enrolled in an undergraduate programme at an IIT.
- Qualifying institution: the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
- Minimum marks: 75% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 in the previous academic year (relaxations below).
- Family income: gross annual family income up to ₹6,00,000, supported by an income certificate from a competent government authority.
What you receive
| Category | Amount per year |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate from IITs | ₹2,00,000 |
Entrance or test details needed
JEE Advanced rank. Keep your JEE Advanced rank card ready to upload.
Documents specific to this category
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving Licence)
- Family income proof (income certificate from a competent government authority)
- Class 12 marksheet
- JEE Advanced rank card
- Bonafide certificate confirming current enrolment
- Fee structure and fee receipt
- SBI bank passbook showing name, account number, IFSC, and branch
- Caste certificate (if claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS provisions)
- Disability certificate (if you have marked PwD as Yes)
How selection works for this category
Selection is based on your JEE Advanced rank.
Reservation and relaxations
These apply across all categories:
- 50% of seats are reserved for female candidates.
- 50% of seats are reserved for SC/ST candidates (25% SC and 25% ST).
- For new cohorts, 5% of seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), meaning 40% or more of a specified disability under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Marks relaxations:
- SC/ST applicants: a minimum of 65% / 6.50 CGPA.
- PwBD applicants: a minimum of 60% / 6.00 CGPA.
To claim a relaxation, upload a valid caste certificate or disability certificate as applicable.
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