AICTE Swanath Scholarship 2026-27: ₹50,000 a Year for Technical Students from Orphan and Distressed Families
This AICTE scheme gives degree/diploma students who are orphans, who lost parents to Covid, who are dependents of martyrs, or whose families face serious illness or accident ₹50,000 a year. Apply by 31 October 2026 for 2026-27.
Scheme at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme |
| Benefit | ₹50,000 a year, lump sum |
| Total Scholarships | 2,000 a year (1,000 degree and 1,000 diploma) |
| Duration | Up to 4 years for degree, up to 3 years for diploma |
| Income Limit | Family annual income up to ₹8 lakh |
| Nodal | AICTE |
| How to Apply | Only on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) |
Latest Status
- As per the AICTE notice of 19 June 2026, the 2026-27 portal is open for the Swanath, Pragati and Saksham schemes (fresh and renewal applications).
- The last date to apply is 31 October 2026. Institute-level verification is due by 15 November and state/ministry-level by 30 November 2026.
- These dates also apply to the other AICTE schemes on NSP.
Application Schedule 2026-27
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application opens | 1 June 2026 |
| Last date for student application | 31 October 2026 |
| Last date for Institute (INO) verification | 15 November 2026 |
| Last date for DNO/SNO/MNO verification | 30 November 2026 |
Key Benefits
- ₹50,000 a year as a lump sum
- Can be used for college fees, books, computer, software and stationery
- Paid by DBT straight to the bank account
- Continues with yearly renewal on NSP
Who Is Eligible
- An orphan student.
- A student whose one or both parents died of Covid-19.
- A dependent of armed forces or central paramilitary personnel martyred in action.
- A student whose parents suffer from a serious life-threatening illness (such as cancer), or died in an accident or became more than 80% disabled as per the RPwD Act.
- Family annual income up to ₹8 lakh, regular degree/diploma at an AICTE-approved institution in any year, and not receiving any other government or AICTE scholarship. Aadhaar is mandatory.
Documents Required (by Category)
| Category | Main Documents |
|---|---|
| Orphan | Death certificates of parents, or an Annexure-I certificate from the SDM/Tehsildar |
| Parent(s) died of Covid | Death certificate stating Covid-19 as the cause, and income certificate if one parent is alive |
| Dependent of a martyr | Death certificate, martyr certificate from the forces, income certificate |
| Serious illness/accident | Certificate from the competent authority or supporting documents, income certificate |
- For all: bonafide certificate from the institute, Class 10 and 12 marksheets for degree and Class 10 for diploma, caste certificate (if applicable).
Selection
- Degree: merit on 10+2 marks. Ties: higher Class 10 marks, then older age, then lower family income.
- Diploma: merit on Class 10 marks. Ties: older age, then lower family income.
- If you apply in the 2nd, 3rd or 4th year, the benefit is only for the remaining course period.
- No separate help for hostel fees or medical expenses.
How to Apply
- Do a new registration (OTR) on NSP. Keep Aadhaar, bank account and mobile ready.
- Log in and choose "AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme".
- Fill in personal, academic, income and bank details.
- Upload documents in the prescribed format and submit before 31 October 2026.
- Verification happens at institute and state level. If there is an error, correct it in the verification period.
- The selected list may appear on the AICTE website. Renew next year.
Important Government Links
Helpline and Contact
AICTE Helpline011-26131576
NSP Helpdesk0120-6619540
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Swanath scholarship give?
- ₹50,000 a year.
What is the last date?
- 31 October 2026.
Can a student already getting another scholarship apply?
- No.
Important Notes
- Rules, dates and amounts can change. Check an official source before deciding.
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- Do not pay money or share OTPs in the name of this scheme.
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