Summary of the Scheme
Name of Scheme	Pragati Scholarship Scheme
Benefits	Scholarship of Rs. 50,000 per year for eligible girl students.
Beneficiary	Girl Students pursuing Technical Degree and Diploma Courses.
Eligibility	Maximum Two Girl Children per Family.
Nodal Agency	All India Council for Technical Education.
Nodal Ministry	Ministry of Education.
Subscription	Subscribe Here to Get Update Regarding Scheme.
Mode of Apply	Through Pragati Scholarship Scheme Online Application Form.

AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme 2026-27: The Complete Guide for Girl Students in Technical Education

Rs 50,000 a year, 10,000 scholarships, and a full walkthrough of eligibility, documents, selection, state-wise seats, renewal, and the 2026-27 schedule.

Engineering, pharmacy, architecture, management, and technology are still fields where women are under-represented. Cost is one of the reasons many capable girls hesitate to enrol. The Pragati Scholarship Scheme, run by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under the Ministry of Education, is designed to change that by giving girl students Rs 50,000 every year to support their technical Degree or Diploma. This guide covers everything you need to know for the 2026-27 cycle.

What Is the Pragati Scholarship Scheme?

Pragati is a central government scholarship programme implemented by AICTE for girl students pursuing technical education in India. It aims to encourage more girls to enrol in technical Degree and Diploma courses and to reduce the financial burden on their families, in line with the government’s goal of increasing women’s participation in technical and professional education.

Eligible girl students in AICTE-approved institutions receive Rs 50,000 per year, paid directly into their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The money can go toward tuition fees, books, stationery, software, laboratory equipment, study materials, and the purchase of a computer.

Every year, AICTE awards 10,000 scholarships: 5,000 for Degree students and 5,000 for Diploma students. On top of these, all eligible applicants from selected North-Eastern states and Union Territories are considered for the scholarship, which helps widen access in underserved regions.

Scheme at a Glance

• Scheme name: AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students
• Benefit: Rs 50,000 per year, as a lump-sum grant
• Scholarships per year: 10,000 (5,000 Degree and 5,000 Diploma), plus all eligible applicants from certain North-Eastern states and UTs
• Beneficiaries: Girl students in technical Degree and Diploma courses at AICTE-approved institutions
• Family limit: A maximum of two girl children per family
• Nodal agency: All India Council for Technical Education
• Nodal ministry: Ministry of Education
• Mode of application: Online, through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
• Pragati helpline: 011-29581118
• AICTE help desk: 011-26131497
• NSP help desk: 0120-6619540

Key Benefits

• Rs 50,000 a year for each selected student.
• Up to four years for Degree students, and up to three years for lateral-entry Degree students admitted directly to the second year.
• Up to three years for Diploma students, and up to two years for lateral-entry Diploma students.
• Flexible use. Spend it on fees, books, stationery, software, lab equipment, and a computer.
• Direct transfer into your bank account through DBT, which keeps disbursement transparent and timely.
• Wider reach in some regions. All eligible girl students from selected North-Eastern states and UTs are considered, beyond the fixed seat quota.

No separate assistance is provided for hostel or medical expenses.

Who Is Eligible?

• Only girl students can apply.
• A maximum of two girl children from one family can receive the scholarship.
• Annual family income from all sources must not exceed Rs 8 lakh.
• The applicant must study in an AICTE-approved institution.
• Degree applicants must be admitted to the first year of a technical Degree course, or to the second year through lateral entry.
• Diploma applicants must be admitted to the first year of a technical Diploma course, or to the second year through lateral entry.
• The gap between passing the qualifying examination and taking admission must not exceed two years.
• The student must not receive any other scholarship, stipend, salary, financial assistance, or educational grant from another source during the course.

Documents You Will Need

• Aadhaar card
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Income certificate issued by the competent authority
• Admission letter or fee receipt
• Class 10 marksheet and certificate
• Class 12 marksheet and certificate (Degree applicants)
• Diploma marksheet and certificate (Degree lateral-entry applicants)
• ITI certificate and marksheet (Diploma lateral-entry applicants)
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• Bonafide or study certificate (Appendix-I)
• Annual family income certificate (Appendix-II)
• Parent declaration form (Appendix-III)
• Promotion certificate for renewal applications (Appendix-IV)
• Bank account details linked with Aadhaar

2026-27 Schedule: Check Your Deadlines

Stage	Date
Scheme opened	1 June 2026
Last date for student application	31 October 2026
Last date for students to rectify defective applications	15 November 2026
Last date for institute verification	15 November 2026
Last date for DNO/SNO/MNO verification	30 November 2026

Important: According to this schedule, the student application window for 2026-27 ended on 31 October 2026. If you have not applied yet, check the National Scholarship Portal and the AICTE website immediately to see whether the date has been extended or reopened. If you have applied, use the time until 15 November 2026 to correct any defects flagged in your application, and remind your institution to complete its verification by the same date.

How Selection Works

Selection is purely on merit in the qualifying examination. AICTE prepares separate state-wise merit lists for Degree and Diploma courses, according to the number of scholarship seats allocated to each State and Union Territory. Reservation benefits follow Government of India norms.

For Technical Degree Courses

1. Merit is based on marks in the 10+2 or equivalent examination.
2. A state-wise merit list is prepared according to each state’s seat allocation.
3. If two candidates have the same marks, the one with higher Class 10 marks gets preference.
4. If the tie continues, the older candidate ranks higher.

For Technical Diploma Courses

1. Merit is based on marks in the qualifying examination used for admission to the Diploma programme, and Class 10 marks are considered.
2. A separate state-wise merit list is prepared.
3. If two candidates have the same marks, the older candidate gets priority.
4. If the tie remains, the candidate with lower annual family income ranks higher.

The provisional merit list of selected students is published on the AICTE website. If your course uses a CGPA, it is converted to a percentage using the formula CGPA x 9.5.

State-Wise Distribution of Seats

AICTE allocates seats among states and Union Territories in proportion to the approved technical seats available in each. Of the total, 5,000 are for Degree courses and 5,000 for Diploma courses.

State / UT	Degree scholarships	Diploma scholarships
Andhra Pradesh	566	318
Bihar	52	84
Chandigarh (UT)	50	50
Chhattisgarh	62	62
Delhi (NCT)	50	50
Goa	50	50
Gujarat	219	284
Haryana	134	191
Himachal Pradesh	50	50
Jharkhand	50	67
Karnataka	398	365
Kerala	196	109
Madhya Pradesh	285	192
Maharashtra	553	624
Odisha	134	205
Puducherry (UT)	50	50
Punjab	124	208
Rajasthan	152	170
Tamil Nadu	800	700
Telangana	424	206
Uttar Pradesh	422	700
Uttarakhand	50	81
West Bengal	129	184
Total	5,000	5,000

Regions Where All Eligible Applicants Are Considered

Eligible girl students from the following regions are considered for the scholarship without being restricted by a fixed seat allocation: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura.

Seat numbers can be revised by AICTE, so treat the table above as a guide rather than a guarantee.

How to Apply: Step by Step

Girl students apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Before you start, keep your documents, Aadhaar details, bank account information, and educational certificates ready.

1. Visit the National Scholarship Portal and click New Registration to create a student account.
2. Read the registration guidelines carefully and accept the declaration.
3. Fill in the registration form: state of domicile, name, date of birth, gender, mobile number, email ID, Aadhaar number, bank account number, and IFSC code.
4. After registration, a unique Application ID is generated and sent to your mobile number.
5. Log in with your Application ID and password.
6. Select AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students from the list of scholarships.
7. Complete the application form with your personal details, academic information, institution details, family income details, and bank details.
8. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format and size.
9. Check every detail before final submission.
10. Submit the form and download or print the acknowledgement receipt.

What Happens After You Submit

1. Your institution verifies the application first.
2. The Department of Technical Education (DTE) of your State or UT scrutinises it next.
3. The DNO, SNO, and MNO complete the final verification.
4. AICTE prepares the merit list under the scheme guidelines, and eligible students are selected.
5. You can check your application status and scholarship details on the NSP.

How to Renew Your Scholarship

Beneficiaries must submit a renewal application on the NSP every academic year. You will need the promotion certificate (Appendix-IV) and your usual supporting documents. Students who fail, discontinue, or drop out of the course lose their scholarship benefits.

Important Rules to Remember

• No double benefits. The scholarship cannot be held with any other scholarship or financial assistance scheme.
• Two daughters per family. A family can claim the scholarship for a maximum of two girl children.
• Admission gap. The gap between the qualifying examination and admission must not exceed two years.
• Renew every year. Missing the renewal window can end your benefits.
• Verification matters. Applications unverified by the institution or the state authorities are not considered.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Waiting for the last date. Portals slow down near deadlines, and last-minute errors are hard to fix.
• Uploading unclear documents. Blurry certificates or wrong file sizes can lead to defects.
• Wrong bank details. An incorrect account number or IFSC code can delay or block payment. Make sure the account is Aadhaar-linked.
• Forgetting the parent declaration and the Appendix forms, which are required for the application.
• Ignoring the defect window. If your application is marked defective, fix it before the correction deadline, otherwise it can be rejected.
• Taking another scholarship while receiving Pragati.

Tips to Improve Your Chances

• Check your state’s seat count before you apply, so you understand how competitive the merit list is.
• Keep your marks documents handy. Selection depends on 10+2 marks for Degree and Class 10 marks for Diploma.
• Get your income certificate early. It must be issued by the competent authority and reflect income from all sources.
• Follow up with your institution to make sure it completes verification on time.
• Save your acknowledgement receipt and Application ID for tracking and renewal.
• Watch for updates on the NSP and AICTE websites, since dates are announced each year.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Pragati Scholarship pay? Rs 50,000 per year.

Who can apply? Girl students in AICTE-approved technical Degree or Diploma courses, including lateral-entry students, whose family income is within Rs 8 lakh per year.

Can two sisters from the same family apply? Yes. A maximum of two girl children from one family can receive the scholarship.

Is it available for Diploma students? Yes. Diploma students can receive it for up to three years, and lateral-entry Diploma students for up to two.

Can lateral-entry students apply? Yes. Students admitted to the second year through lateral entry are eligible.

How are students selected? Purely on merit in the qualifying examination, through state-wise merit lists. Class 10 marks are used as the first tie-breaker for Degree courses.

Can I receive another scholarship at the same time? No. The scholarship cannot be combined with any other scholarship or financial assistance.

Do I need to renew every year? Yes, through the NSP, with a promotion certificate.

What if I fail or drop out? You will lose the scholarship benefits.

What is the last date for 2026-27? The student application date was 31 October 2026. Defect correction and institute verification close on 15 November 2026, and DNO/SNO/MNO verification on 30 November 2026. Check the NSP for any extension.

Who can I contact for help? The Pragati helpline is 011-29581118 (email pragati@aicte-india.org). The AICTE help desk is 011-26131497 (ms@aicte-india.org), and the NSP help desk is 0120-6619540 (helpdesk@nsp.gov.in).

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