AICTE Pragati Scholarship 2025: The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) is inviting online applications for Pragati Scholarship Scheme, which is a transformative initiative to empower girl students in technical education. 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. this specialised program offers substancial financial aids to girl students pursuing undergraduate degree and diploma courses in AICTE approved institutions across Pan India.

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.

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AICTE Pragati Scholarship 2025: Eligibility Requirements:

The Pragati scholarship follow eligibility criteria in order to ensure targeted support reaches to deserving candidates.
 
-Those Girl who want to apply for this scholarship scheme should have their family's annual income less than Rs 8 Lakhs per year.
 
-In a family, a maximum of two girls per family are eligible to receive the benefits for the scheme.
 
-Students must be enrolled in an AICTE-approved undergraduate degree program or diploma course, either as first-year students or through lateral entry in the second year.
 
-The scheme welcomes applications from students pursuing various technical disciplines, including engineering, technology, architecture, and other AICTE-recognised courses.
 
-This broad coverage ensures that girls interested in diverse technical fields can benefit from the financial support.

Scholarship Details and Benefits:

Category

Degree Level

Diploma Level

Beneficiaries per Family

Up to 2 girls

Up to 2 girls

Family Income Limit

Less than ₹8 lakhs annually

Less than ₹8 lakhs annually

Eligible Institutions

AICTE-approved UG Programs

AICTE-approved Diploma Programs

Year of Admission

1st year OR 2nd year (lateral entry)

1st year OR 2nd year (lateral entry)

Scholarship Amount

Rs 50,000 per annum for max 4 years (1st year) or 3 years (lateral entry)

Rs 50,000 per annum for max 3 years (1st year) or 2 years (lateral entry)

Coverage

Tuition, books, computer, equipment

Tuition, books, computer, equipment

Additional Allowances

No hostel/medical grants

No hostel/medical grants

Application Process and Documentation:

Students are required to submit their applications solely via the National Scholarship Portal, making certain that they possess an Aadhaar card and a bank account linked to their Aadhaar in their name. 

-SSC/10th certificates,

-HSC/12th certificates for those applying for degrees,

-ITI certificates for candidates seeking diploma lateral entry,

-Bank passbook

-caste certificate

-Aadhaar card

-study certificate

- Annual family income certificate, a declaration from parents, and a bank mandate form.

Educational Impact and Vision:

AICTE emphasises that education serves as an important tool for empowering women with knowledge, skills and self-confidence necessary for meaningful participation in national development.

The Pragati Scholarship Scheme is a significant step toward creating equal opportunities for young women in technical fields, traditionally dominated by male participation.

This initiative aims to break financial barriers that often prevent talented girls from pursuing technical education, ultimately contributing to a more diverse and inclusive technical workforce in India.

Direct Link: Visit the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in to submit your application before the October 31, 2025 deadline.