IIT female admissions remain at 20% despite Supernumerary Seats Scheme. (AI Image)
Impact of the Supernumerary Seats Scheme
Year-wise data shows limited growth in share
Year
Total Seats Filled
Female Candidates Admitted
Female % of Total
2020
16,061
3,185
19.90%
2025
18,188
3,664
20.15%
Barriers beyond admission continue to persist
Support systems and confidence gaps affect choices
Despite dedicated efforts to boost gender diversity, female enrolment in undergraduate BTech program
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