AICTE Scholarship 2025 — Government Sponsored Financial aid program by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) to encourage technical education throughout India.
The scheme is awarding several scholarships to the meritorious, socially/education backward female and physically handicapped students studying in their final/diploma year of the AICTE approved course.
This endeavour promotes the idea of more inclusion, equality in gender and educational touchstone for fields like engineering, pharmacy, architecture etc.
Short Summary
• Scholarship Name: AICTE Scholarship 2025
• Launched by: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
• Target Groups: UG, Diploma, Female, EWS, SC/ST, and Differently-Abled students
• Course Level: Technical Diploma & Degree Programs
• Application Mode: Online
• Stipend/Reward: ₹12,000 – ₹50,000 per year (depending on scheme)
• Official Website: https://www.aicte-india.org
• Last Date to Apply: 30 November 2025 (tentative per scheme)
Benefits
Depending on the scheme, selected students can receive:
• ₹12,000 to ₹50,000 annually (tuition fees, contingency, or maintenance allowance)
• One-time laptop and book support (under Pragati/Saksham schemes)
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into Aadhaar-linked bank account
• Upliftment of women in STEM, support for physically challenged, and help for EWS students
• Priority in placements and academic support in some partner institutions
AICTE Scholarship Schemes
| Scheme Name | Target Group | Amount/Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Pragati Scholarship | Girl students in UG/Diploma | ₹50,000/year for 4 years (UG), 3 years (Diploma) |
| Saksham Scholarship | Differently-abled students | ₹50,000/year + additional support |
| AICTE PG Scholarship | GATE/GPAT qualified PG students | ₹12,400/month for 24 months |
| Swanath Scholarship | Orphaned / Martyred students | ₹50,000/year |
| AICTE EWS Scholarship | Economically Weaker Students | Up to ₹25,000/year |
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be enrolled in AICTE-approved institutions in India
• Course must be technical diploma, degree, or PG (full-time only)
• GATE/GPAT qualification is mandatory for PG Scholarship
• Family income limit:
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Pragati/Saksham/Swanath: Less than ₹8 lakh/year
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EWS: As per central norms
• For female-focused scholarships like Pragati – only girl students can apply
• Applicants must not be availing of any other government scholarship
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Income Certificate (from competent authority)
• Marksheet of the qualifying exam
• Bonafide Certificate from Institution
• Admission/Allotment Letter
• GATE/GPAT Scorecard (if applicable)
• Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
• Disability Certificate (for Saksham)
• Death certificate of parent (for Swanath scheme)
• Recent Passport-size Photo
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 01 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2025 |
| Institute Verification Deadline | 10 December 2025 |
| Final Shortlisting & Approval | December 2025 |
| Fund Disbursement | January 2026 onwards |
Application Process
How to Apply for AICTE Scholarship 2025
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Visit the official AICTE portal: https://www.aicte-india.org
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Click on “Schemes” > “Students Development Schemes”
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Choose your scholarship scheme (e.g., Pragati, Saksham, PG, etc.)
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Click Apply Now to be redirected to the National Scholarship Portal or AICTE scholarship site
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Register or login, fill in personal and academic details
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Upload the required documents
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Submit and print the application for institutional verification
How to Check Scholarship Status
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Visit https://scholarships.gov.in (for most AICTE schemes)
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Log in with your application ID and password
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Go to “Track Application Status”
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View status – Submitted, Verified, Approved, Rejected, Fund Sent to Bank
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive under AICTE scholarships?
Depending on the scheme, the amount ranges from ₹12,000 to ₹50,000 per year, or ₹12,400/month for PG scholars.
Q: What criteria should I meet to be eligible?
You must be enrolled in an AICTE-approved institution, meet the income criteria, and match the scheme-specific eligibility.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Login to https://scholarships.gov.in and track your application under “Track Status”.
Q: Can I apply for more than one AICTE scheme?
No, you can only receive one scholarship at a time under central/state/AICTE schemes.
Q: Are diploma students eligible for AICTE scholarships?
Yes, particularly under Pragati, Saksham, and Swanath schemes.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Required documents include Aadhaar, income proof, academic records, bonafide certificate, and bank details.
Q: What is the official website for AICTE scholarships?
https://www.aicte-india.org and https://scholarships.gov.in
Q: When is the last date to apply?
The tentative deadline is 30 November 2025, but varies slightly by scheme.
Contact Information (Sources & References)
• AICTE Official Site: https://www.aicte-india.org
• Scholarship Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in
• PG Scholarship Site: https://pgscholarship.aicte-india.org
• Helpline: 011-29581333 / [email protected]
• Helpdesk (NSP): [email protected] | 0120-6619540