The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) is inviting online applications for Pragati Scholarship Scheme, which is a special scheme for girl
students who are pursuing technical degrees. Interested and eligible girl students can apply for this scholarship at the the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) — scholarships.gov.in. As per the official notification, the last date to apply for this scholarship is October 31. Interested candidates should remember that Aadhaar card and Aadhaar seeded bank account in the name of candidate is mandatory for submitting online application under Pragati scheme.
Eligibility
| Criteria | Pragati – Degree Level | Pragati – Diploma Level |
|---|---|---|
| No. of Beneficiaries per Family | Up to 2 girls per family | Up to 2 girls per family |
| Family Income Limit | Less than ₹8 lakhs per annum | Less than ₹8 lakhs per annum |
| Eligible Institutions | AICTE-approved UG Degree Programs | AICTE-approved Diploma Programs |
| Year of Admission | 1st year OR 2nd year through lateral entry (LE) | 1st year OR 2nd year through lateral entry (LE) |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹50,000 per annum for: - Max 4 years (1st year admitted students) - Max 3 years (lateral entry students) As lump sum towards tuition fee, books, computer, equipment, etc. | ₹50,000 per annum for: - Max 3 years (1st year admitted students) - Max 2 years (lateral entry students) As lump sum towards tuition fee, books, computer, equipment, etc. |
| Other Allowances | No additional grant (e.g., hostel/medical) | No additional grant (e.g., hostel/medical) |
| Gender Restriction | Only female students are eligible | Only female students are eligible |
This scholarship provides financial support to up to two girl students per family whose annual family income is less than Rs 8 lakh. For those pursuing a degree in AICTE-approved institutions, eligible students admitted in the first year or through lateral entry in the second year can receive a scholarship of Rs 50,000 per annum, awarded for a maximum of four years (first-year entry) or three years (lateral entry).
Similarly, for students enrolled in diploma programmes, the scholarship offers Rs 50,000 per annum for a maximum of three years (first-year entry) or two years (lateral entry). This amount is provided as a lump sum to cover expenses such as tuition fees, books, computers, stationery, and equipment, with no additional provision for hostel or medical charges.
Documents needed
- Copy of SSC/ 10th certificate.
- Copy of HSC/ 12th certificate (In case of Degree level).
- Copy of ITI certificate (In case of Lateral Entry for Diploma level).
- Copy of Diploma certificate (In case of Lateral Entry for Degree level).
- Bank Passbook
- Caste Certificate
- Aadhar Card
- Study Certificate
- Annual Family Income Certificate
- Parent’s Declaration
- Bank Mandate Form
“Education is one of the most important means of empowering women with the knowledge, skill and self-confidence necessary to participate fully in the development process. This is an attempt to give young women the opportunity to further her education and prepare for a successful future," AICTE stated.
