IIT Bhubaneswar Offers scholarships for students 2024

The Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar) offers a wide range of scholarships to ease the financial burden on its students. These scholarships include tuition fee waivers and direct financial assistance, catering to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Funding comes from various sources, such as the institute itself, government funds, public sector units, and private foundations.

For undergraduate students, IIT Bhubaneswar provides merit-based scholarships, including tuition fee waivers, stipends, and specific financial support for programs like the Joint MSc-PhD programme. Special provisions are made for SC and ST students, ensuring an inclusive learning environment that embraces diversity.

Postgraduate students also benefit from multiple scholarships, including assistantships for final-year students in dual degree programs. Funding for these comes from government ministries like the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, and the National Council of Educational Research and Training.

Government and Public Sector Support

Central government initiatives, like the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme, offer broad support for students from specific regions or social groups. Scholarships include the North Eastern Council (NEC) Scholarship and the National Talent Search (NTS) Scholarship. There are also programs like the AICTE scholarship for Jammu and Kashmir students and a national overseas scholarship for students with disabilities.

State governments also play a crucial role, with scholarships like those from Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, and other states aimed at supporting students from tribal and economically weaker backgrounds. Public Sector Units like Rashtriya Ispat Nigam, Indian Oil, SAIL, and NTPC also provide scholarships for engineering and medicine students, particularly those from disadvantaged categories.

Private Scholarships

Private companies and foundations also contribute, offering scholarships such as the Prof. Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship for Higher Education, Samsung Star Scholarship, and the Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship. These scholarships support students from diverse backgrounds, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya graduates and economically disadvantaged students.

The North South Foundation (NSF) scholarships are particularly aimed at economically challenged students who have excelled academically. They support those pursuing degrees in fields like engineering, medicine, and polytechnic studies.