AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students 2026

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AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students 2026

Award Amount ₹50,000 per annum for every year of study towards college fee, books, laptop, equipment

Application Deadline 20 November 2026

Administering Agency All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Eligible Education Level Engineering / Technical Degree or Diploma

Scholarship Details

Pragati is an AICTE Scheme envisaging the selection of 10,000 girl students per annum to empower young women through technical education. The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹50,000 per annum to pursue engineering degree and diploma courses.

Eligibility Criteria

Girl candidates admitted to 1st year of Degree/Diploma level course or 2nd year of Degree/Diploma course through lateral entry in AICTE approved institution.

Apply on National Scholarship Portal Official Guidelines

Important Instructions

Verify income certificates issued by authorized revenue authorities.
Ensure your bank account is linked to your Aadhaar for direct benefit transfers (DBT).
Keep your previous academic year marksheets and bonafide certificate ready.