AICTE Pragati Scholarship 2026-27: ₹50,000 a Year for Girl Students in Technical Degree/Diploma, Last Date 31 October 2026
This AICTE scheme gives girl students in technical degree and diploma courses ₹50,000 a year. There are 10,000 scholarships a year, up to two daughters per family are eligible and family income must be up to ₹8 lakh.
Scheme at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme (for girl students) |
| Benefit | ₹50,000 a year, lump sum |
| Total Scholarships | 10,000 a year (5,000 degree and 5,000 diploma) |
| Rajasthan's Quota | Degree 152 and diploma 170 |
| 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 portal for Pragati (fresh and renewal) applications for 2026-27 is open.
- The last date to apply is 31 October 2026. Institute-level verification is due by 15 November and district/state/ministry-level by 30 November 2026.
- All eligible girls from the North-East states and some Union Territories are considered without a quota limit.
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 for tuition, books, software, lab equipment and computer
- Degree 4 years (lateral entry 3 years), diploma 3 years (lateral entry 2 years)
- Paid by DBT straight to the bank account
- Yearly renewal on NSP
Rajasthan and Total Seats
| State | Degree Seats | Diploma Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan | 152 | 170 |
| Total (all states) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
Seats are allotted state-wise in proportion to AICTE-approved seats and can change every year.
Who Is Eligible
- Girl students only, up to two daughters of a family.
- Family annual income from all sources not above ₹8 lakh.
- Admission to the first year of a degree or diploma at an AICTE-approved institution, or the second year through lateral entry.
- Gap between passing the qualifying exam and admission not more than two years.
- Not receiving any other scholarship, stipend, salary or grant during the study.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar and an Aadhaar-linked bank account
- Passport-size photo
- Income certificate
- Admission letter or fee receipt
- Class 10 and 12 (degree) or diploma/ITI (lateral entry) marksheets and certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Bonafide (Annexure-I), income (Annexure-II), parent declaration (Annexure-III) and, for renewal, promotion certificate (Annexure-IV)
Selection
- Degree: state-wise merit on 10+2 marks. Ties: higher Class 10 marks, then older age.
- Diploma: state-wise merit on Class 10 marks. Ties: older age, then lower family income.
- To convert CGPA to a percentage, CGPA × 9.5.
- No separate help for hostel or medical costs. Failing or dropping the course ends the benefit.
How to Apply
- Do a New Registration on NSP and fill in the details.
- Log in with the unique application ID and password.
- Choose "AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students".
- Fill in personal, academic, institute, income and bank details, and upload documents.
- Review, submit before 31 October 2026 and keep the receipt.
- The institute and then the state technical education department verify. AICTE prepares the merit list.
Important Government Links
Helpline and Contact
Pragati Helpline011-29581118
AICTE Helpline011-26131497
NSP Helpdesk0120-6619540
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Pragati scholarship give?
- ₹50,000 a year.
Can all daughters of a family apply?
- No. Up to two daughters.
What is the last date?
- 31 October 2026.
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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