This is the first time an IIT has introduced such a provision. Last year, IIT Madras became the first IIT to reserve supernumerary seats for students excelling in sports.
https://theprint.in/india/education/whats-iit-madras-cultural-excellence-quota-for-ug-courses-who-all-can-apply-for-admissions/2408073/
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