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AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls

Ministry of Education

Published 18 September 2026

In short

AICTE Pragati Scholarship gives girl students in AICTE-approved technical courses Rs 50,000 annually plus a book allowance, for families earning up to Rs 8 lakh. Apply online through the AICTE Pragati-Saksham portal each academic year.

Key facts

Nodal ministry
Ministry of Education
Level
Central
Launched
2014
Last date
Check AICTE portal for annual application dates
Helpline
NA

What you get

Girl students pursuing technical education get an annual scholarship of Rs 50,000 to cover tuition and other fees, along with a one-time allowance for books and stationery.

Who is eligible

Girl students admitted to first year of a degree or diploma technical course in an AICTE-approved institution, with family income up to Rs 8 lakh per annum, and maximum one girl per family (or all if twin/triplet girls).

Documents you need

Admission proof from AICTE-approved institution, income certificate, Aadhaar card, and bank account details.

How to apply

Apply online through the AICTE Pragati/Saksham scholarship portal (aicte-pragati-saksham-gov.in) during the notified application window each academic year.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the AICTE Pragati Scholarship?

Rs 50,000 per annum plus a one-time book and stationery allowance.

Who is eligible for AICTE Pragati Scholarship?

Girl students in the first year of an AICTE-approved degree/diploma technical course with family income up to Rs 8 lakh.

How many girls per family can avail this scholarship?

Only one girl per family is eligible, except in the case of twin or triplet girls.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.