AICTE Scholarship Programs 2024: The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) is a national-level council for technical education under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India. It plays a pivotal role in promoting technical education in the country and ensuring that institutions adhere to the standards of quality education.
AICTE’s scholarship programs for 2024 play a crucial role in promoting technical education and ensuring that financial constraints do not impede the academic aspirations of deserving students. These scholarships not only provide financial support but also foster an environment of academic excellence and innovation. By targeting diverse groups such as women, differently-abled students, and those from economically weaker sections, AICTE ensures inclusive growth in the field of technical education.
1. AICTE National Doctoral Fellowship (NDF)
The AICTE National Doctoral Fellowship (NDF) is designed to encourage and support research in technical fields. It is aimed at those who have completed their post-graduation and are looking to pursue doctoral studies. The fellowship seeks to nurture talent and innovation by providing financial assistance and a conducive research environment.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in relevant disciplines.
They should have secured admission to a full-time PhD program in AICTE-approved institutions.
Candidates should not be more than 30 years old at the time of application.
Benefits:
A fellowship of INR 31,000 per month for the first two years and INR 35,000 per month for the next three years.
Contingency grant of INR 15,000 per annum.
House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per the norms of the institution.
Application Process:
Interested candidates need to apply online through the AICTE portal.
The selection is based on the academic record, research proposal, and interviews conducted by the respective institutions.
2. AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls
The AICTE Pragati Scholarship is specifically aimed at empowering women through education. This scholarship is available to female students who are pursuing technical education and belong to economically weaker sections of society.
Eligibility Criteria:
Female students admitted to the first year of a diploma or degree program in AICTE-approved institutions.
The family income of the applicant should not exceed INR 8 lakh per annum.
Up to two girls per family can apply for this scholarship.
Benefits:
Tuition fee reimbursement up to INR 30,000 or actual tuition fee, whichever is less.
A contingency allowance of INR 2,000 per month for ten months.
Application Process:
Candidates must apply online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Selection is based on merit and family income.
3. AICTE Saksham Scholarship for Differently-Abled Students
The AICTE Saksham Scholarship aims to provide financial support to differently-abled students pursuing technical education. This initiative ensures that physical challenges do not hinder a student’s academic aspirations.
Eligibility Criteria:
Differently-abled students with a disability of not less than 40%.
Admitted to the first year of a diploma or degree program in AICTE-approved institutions.
The family income of the applicant should not exceed INR 8 lakh per annum.
Benefits:
Tuition fee reimbursement up to INR 30,000 or actual tuition fee, whichever is less.
A contingency allowance of INR 2,000 per month for ten months.
Application Process:
Applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Selection is based on merit and family income.
4. AICTE Swanath Scholarship
The AICTE Swanath Scholarship is intended for orphan students, wards of parents who died due to COVID-19, or wards of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces martyred in action. This scholarship provides support to students who have faced significant hardships and helps them continue their technical education.
Eligibility Criteria:
Orphan students, students whose parents died due to COVID-19, or wards of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces martyred in action.
Admitted to the first year of a diploma or degree program in AICTE-approved institutions.
The family income of the applicant should not exceed INR 8 lakh per annum.
Benefits:
Tuition fee reimbursement up to INR 50,000 or actual tuition fee, whichever is less.
A contingency allowance of INR 20,000 per annum.
Application Process:
Candidates need to apply online through the AICTE portal.
Selection is based on eligibility criteria and the need for financial support.
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5. AICTE PMSSS for J&K Students
The Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) for Jammu and Kashmir students aims to support the youth from the region to pursue higher education in institutions across India. This scheme promotes higher education and employment opportunities for students from J&K.
Eligibility Criteria:
Students who are residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
Passed class 12th examination from J&K Board or CBSE-affiliated schools in J&K.
Admitted to undergraduate courses in AICTE-approved institutions outside J&K.
Benefits:
Tuition fee up to INR 1.25 lakh per annum for general courses and INR 3 lakh per annum for professional courses.
Maintenance allowance of INR 1 lakh per annum.
Application Process:
Applications are submitted through the AICTE portal.
Selection is based on merit and domicile status.
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6. AICTE PG Scholarship for GATE/GPAT Qualified Students
The AICTE PG Scholarship is offered to students who have qualified GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) or GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) and are pursuing post-graduation in AICTE-approved institutions. This scholarship aims to encourage postgraduate education in technical fields.
Eligibility Criteria:
Students must have qualified GATE/GPAT.
Admitted to the first year of M.E./M.Tech./M.Pharm. courses in AICTE-approved institutions.
Benefits:
A scholarship of INR 12,400 per month for the duration of the course.
Application Process:
Applications are submitted online through the AICTE portal.
Selection is based on GATE/GPAT scores and academic performance.
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