IIIT Bangalore Bangalore Scholarships: Eligibility & Scholarship Amount 2026

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Last Updated On:19 Jan, 2026

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IIIT Bangalore Scholarships 2026

Merit, need-based, special-category scholarships and education-loan support available at IIIT Bangalore. See what you could qualify for.

Types of Financial Aid

Merit-Based

Awarded on academic record and entrance exam scores.

Need-Based

Income-linked fee assistance for eligible families.

Special Category

SC / ST / OBC / PWD, defence and sports quotas.

Education Loan

Tie-ups with banks for low-interest study loans.

Scholarship by Class 12 Percentage

Pick your Class 12 score band to see the scholarship tier you typically fall into.

Tier 280% – 90%

Students scoring 80% – 90% usually fall in Tier 2 — strong merit aid with substantial fee concessions. Actual amounts depend on entrance scores, interview and seat availability.

Note: tiers are indicative. Final scholarship decisions are made by IIIT Bangalore based on merit, category and available funds.

About IIIT Bangalore Scholarships

IIIT Bangalore scholarship is done by the sponsor’s representatives based on the academic achievements and/or financial need, and the interview performance of the student. Typically, scholarships are given in two categories such as merit-based and need-based. The merit scholarships are awarded based on a student’s academic achievements, scholarly research activities, and research publications. Need-based scholarships are awarded based on financial requirements.

Here are the key scholarships based on available information:

Utkarsha Scholarship: A merit-based scheme providing 100% tuition fee waiver for the entire duration (typically 4-5 years for B.Tech./iMTech). Top performers in JEE Main (CRL rank up to 999 or better, often limited to the top 5 students). This is specifically aimed at attracting high-ranking students to IIITB's flagship programs.

Student Merit Scholarship (Dean's List Scholarship): Institute-provided merit scholarship of INR 50,000 each year to top students (top 18 selected from the Dean's Merit List annually). Based on academic performance (high CGPA, often 3.6+/4.0 or inclusion in the Dean's List). Encourages ongoing excellence after admission.

Need-Based Scholarships are offered based on financial requirements/family income. Can cover full or partial tuition fees, sometimes with additional stipends or support for living expenses. Available across programs, including for students from economically weaker backgrounds.

Corporate and Sponsored Scholarships IIITB collaborates with companies and organisations for scholarships.