The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) is a leading national-level advisory body promoting technical education in India. AICTE not only provides accreditation to educational institutes but also offers various scholarships to deserving students pursuing technical degree programs. The scholarships include the National Doctoral Fellowship, Prime Minister Special Scheme, AICTE PG, Pragati, and Saksham Scholarship. It aims to assist meritorious students in pursuing higher education without financial constraints.
Students interested in AICTE scholarships can apply through the official portal by logging in with their details. The registration periods for different scholarships vary, and applicants can check their application status, scholarship eligibility, and other details on the portal.
List of AICTE Scholarships
Below is a list of scholarships offered by AICTE and their application period.
| AICTE Scholarship | Application Period |
| AICTE-Saksham Scholarship Scheme | Between August and October (Tentative) |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls | Between August and October (Tentative) |
| AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship | Between August and October (Tentative) |
| AICTE-National Doctoral Fellowship Scheme | Between May and June (Tentative) |
| Prime Minister Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS), J&K | Between April and May (Tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria for AICTE Scholarships
To apply for any of these scholarships, students must understand the eligibility criteria.
| Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria |
| AICTE-Saksham Scholarship Scheme | Offered to students with a 40% disability, requiring a degree or diploma from an AICTE-recognised college, and a family income of INR 8,00,000 or less. |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls | This grant is offered to female students who have taken admission to the first or second year through lateral entry at a technical diploma/degree program at an AICTE-recognized college. The annual income of the family must not exceed INR 8,00,000. Only two girl students can apply for this grant. |
| AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship | Students with qualifying marks in GATE/GPAT can apply. Candidates must have taken admission in the 1st year of M. Arch/ M. Pharma/ M. Tech/ or M.E programs at an AICTE-recognised college. Students must have a personal savings account. Applicants studying in part-time courses are not eligible. |
| AICTE-National Doctoral Fellowship Scheme | This is offered to the research scholars studying in an AICTE-approved institute. Students must have a minimum CGPA of B. Pharm/ B. Tech or B.E and M. Pharm/ M. Tech or M.E. They must have 7.5 on the scale of 10. Candidates must have completed GATE/GPAT in the last five years. The age of the candidate should be less than 30 according to the last date of the application. There’s a 5-year relaxation for SC/ST/Women/PH applicants. |
| Prime Minister Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS), J&K | Students of Jammu & Kashmir can apply. They must have passed class 12 from CBSE-affiliated or J&K Board schools in J&K. Candidates who have completed a diploma after class 10 from J&K State in Polytechnics can also apply. Candidates must be willing to study regular general/professional/medical degree programs from the listed colleges in PMSSS outside J&K. The annual income of the family must not exceed INR 8,00,000. |
AICTE Scholarship Rewards
Below are mentioned the AICTE Scholarship rewards.
| Scholarship | Rewards |
| AICTE-Saksham Scholarship Scheme | INR 50,000 per annum |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls | INR 50,000 per annum |
| AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship | INR 12,400 per month |
| AICTE-National Doctoral Fellowship Scheme | The monthly pain allowance is INR 28,000, and if hostel accommodation is unavailable, a contingency grant of INR 15,000 is provided annually. |
| Prime Minister Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS), J&K | An academic fee of up to INR 3,00,000. A maintenance charge of INR 1,00,000 |
Selection Process of AICTE Scholarship
Below is the selection process of the AICTE Scholarship.
| Scholarship | Selection Process |
| AICTE-Saksham Scholarship Scheme | Marks obtained in the last qualifying exam |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls | Marks obtained in the last qualifying exam |
| AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship | A valid GATE/GPAT score |
| AICTE-National Doctoral Fellowship Scheme | Students will first be shortlisted by the office of the Principal Coordinator and their respective college or department, followed by an interview round conducted by the National Nodal Centre. |
| Prime Minister Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS), J&K | Merit and online counselling from the PMSSS portal. |
Application Process of AICTE Scholarships
Below is the application process for the AICTE Scholarship.
| Scholarships | Application Process |
| AICTE-Saksham Scholarship Scheme | National Scholarship Portal. |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls | National Scholarship Portal. |
| AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship | AICTE GATE/GPAT scholarship |
| AICTE-National Doctoral Fellowship Scheme | National Doctoral Fellowship. |
| Prime Minister Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS), J&K | PMSSS |
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FAQ’s
Q. What are the eligibility criteria for the grant of PG Scholarship?
Ans. The Post Graduate Scholarship is granted to students admitted to AICTE-approved institutions/courses with a valid GATE/GPAT score at the time of admission.
Q. Am I eligible for the PG Scholarship if I qualified for the GATE/GPAT exam after taking admission in the course?
Ans. Students who pass the GATE/GPAT exam after admission are not eligible for scholarship grants for any reason.
Q. What is the procedure for applying online for the grant of PG Scholarship through DBT?
Ans. The AICTE has called for proposals for PG Scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year, urging students and institutes to follow the procedure and guidelines provided in the advertisement, which can be viewed on the AICTE portal.
Q. What documents are required to be uploaded by the student?
Ans. Below are the documents required to be submitted by the student.
- GATE/GPAT score card.
- Passbook.
- Aadhaar card (if available).
- Caste certificate (if any)
- Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate for OBC candidates.
Q. What is the cut-off date for the grant of PG Scholarship? Whether PG Scholarship is entitled for extended classes, and what is the duration of the period for the grant of PG Scholarship?
Q. What is the procedure for editing/deleting the data wrongly entered by the Student/Institute?
Q. Am I entitled to any medical or emergency leave during the 24-month duration of the course?
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