The IIT Guwahati said the fee structure had been revised after seven years. It added that the Rs 8,900 per semester increase for “continuing students” is to support enhanced student welfare and activities, including increased allocations for hostel-level events, cultural and sports festivals, and Gymkhana-led initiatives beyond just Inter-IIT participation. “The administration had a four-hour open discussion on 17 July 2025 and provided detailed clarifications on the increased components of the fee. The students were also informed that the institute has made provisions for loans through the Students’ Welfare Fund to support the needy ones,” the institute said in a statement.It further stated that following the meeting, the students were asked to submit their representation if they had any further concerns but no submission was received.“However, suddenly, on 22 July 2025, a small group of students gathered in front of the administrative building and started protesting without any prior notice and without submitting any representation of their concerns. While a small group of students is protesting, the majority of 8,400-strong student body is not participating in the protest,” the statement further stated.
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