The Technical Education Scholarship Scheme for Degree Level 2025 is a flagship initiative of the Department of Technical Education, Government of Himachal Pradesh. This scholarship provides monthly financial assistance to students pursuing Postgraduate (PG) and Degree-level technical courses, including Engineering, Technology, and Architecture, approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The scheme prioritizes SC/ST students and those from BPL families, enabling them to complete higher education without financial burden.
Key Highlights
• Launched by: Department of Technical Education, Himachal Pradesh
• Eligible Courses: AICTE-approved Degree and PG Programs (Engineering, Technology, Architecture)
• Scholarship Amount:
• ₹500/month – SC/ST Students
• ₹300/month – General Category Students
• Total Number of Scholarships: 175
• Coverage: 100% for SC/ST and BPL students
• Application Mode: Online via NSP Portal
Benefits
• ₹300–₹500 per month financial support throughout the course duration
• 100% scholarships for SC/ST and BPL students
• Renewed annually upon satisfactory academic performance
• Service bond option to serve the Himachal Pradesh government for 5 years after course completion (if required)
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scheme, a student must:
• Be a Bonafide Himachali and a ward of an HP Government employee
• Be enrolled in an AICTE-approved Degree or PG course in Engineering, Technology, or Architecture
• Have an annual family income not exceeding ₹36,000
• Secure at least 60% marks in the qualifying exam (not applicable for SC/ST students)
Priority and Selection Basis
• Scholarships awarded based on:
• Poverty-cum-Brilliance (low-income & merit)
• Brilliance (academic merit only)
• Students are selected in the following order:
1. SC/ST and BPL students
2. Remaining students based on merit
• Scholarships are renewable annually, provided:
• Satisfactory academic performance
• No disciplinary issues
• Student is promoted to the next class
Exclusions
• Students receiving scholarships from other schemes or sources
• Students not promoted to the next class due to failure
• Students with disciplinary issues or low attendance
Application Process (Online)
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal
- Click on “New Registration” and enter the required personal and academic details
- Once registered, use your Student Registration ID to log in
- Go to the “Fresh Application” section
- Fill out the scholarship application form
- Upload the required documents
- Click “Final Submit” and save the generated application ID for future use
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photo
- Aadhaar Card (UID/EID)
- Bonafide Certificate of Himachal Pradesh
- Previous Exam Marksheets (Matric onwards)
- Income Certificate (Issued by Tehsildar or above)
- Caste Certificate (If applicable, by a competent authority)
- BPL Certificate (If applicable)
- Bank Account Statement
- Other supporting documents as required
Note: Students from SC/ST or Antyodaya categories must furnish category proof signed by a Tehsildar or Magistrate First Class.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the “Technical Education Scholarship Scheme for Degree Level”?
Under the scheme, the scholarships will be awarded to the P.G. Courses/Degree Level Courses in Engineering/Technology including Architecture or any other equivalent course approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). - Which is the implementing department of this scheme?
Department of Technical Education, Vocational and Industrial Training, Himachal Pradesh - Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?
The scholarships will be awarded to those students who are pursuing the P.G. Courses /Degree level Courses in Engineering/Technology including Architecture or any other equivalent course approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). - Is this scholarship scheme only for the students of Himachal Pradesh?
Yes, only those students shall be eligible for the award of scholarships who are Bonafide Himachali and wards of Himachal Pradesh Government employees. - What is the income criterion for applying under the scheme?
The scholarship shall be awarded only if the total income of parents or guardians from all the sources is not more than ₹36000/- per annum. - What is the benefit of the scheme?
The value of the scholarship for General Category students shall be ₹300/- per month and for SC/ST students shall be ₹500/- per month. - How many students will receive the scholarship under the scheme?
The total number of Scholarships for P.G. and degree-level Courses will be 17r. - On what basis will scholarships be awarded to students?
The scholarship shall be awarded based on (i) Poverty-cum-Brilliance and (ii) Brilliance. - Can a student avail of the benefits of the scholarship from the second year of his/her course if not awarded a scholarship in the first year?
Yes, the students who are not awarded a scholarship from the date of joining of courses, i.e,. In the first year, awards can also be considered for the award of scholarships in subsequent years, in cases where several scholarships are available due to dropouts, failure, or otherwise, in particular year shall not be exceeded. - How to apply for this scholarship?
Online submission of the application form can be done through the website of the National Scholarship Portal. https://scholarships.gov.in/