AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girl Students
About the Program
Complete guide to the AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls on NSP. Learn about the ₹50,000 annual grant, eligibility rules, and AICTE college list check.
Benefits & Financial Support
Provides a lump sum grant of ₹50,000 per year directly via DBT for up to 4 years of degree or 3 years of diploma study to support college fees, laptops, books, and equipment.
Inclusions
* Lump sum grant of ₹50,000 per annum paid directly via DBT. * No separate receipts are needed
covers tuition, books, computers, and living costs.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Diploma
Must be enrolled in Engineering, Technical, Pharmacy, Architecture. Minimum 33% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Restricted to AICTE-approved institutions and female students.
Selection Process
Based on female candidate of Indian origin, family income under ₹8 Lakhs, pursuing regular technical/engineering degree/diploma in an AICTE-approved college, and merit rank in qualifying exam.
Renewal Policy
Required each academic year by submitting passing transcripts and regular promotion letter from college.
Application Process
- 1
### Step-by-Step Application Guide
- 2**Access NSP
** Go to the NSP portal at [scholarships.gov.in](https://scholarships.gov.in) and register to generate your OTR ID.
- 3**Apply Fresh
** Log in using your OTR ID. Select "AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students".
- 4**Verify College Code
** Input your college name and check that it is listed as an AICTE-approved institution.
- 5**Attach Certificates
** Scan and upload Income Certificate (< ₹8 Lakhs), Class 10/12 marksheets, and college admission slip.
- 6**Submit
** Confirm details and submit online. Nodal verification is completed by college clerks.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
Applications close on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) in late October.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.Is this open to non-technical degree students (like BA/BSc)?
No, the Pragati scholarship is strictly restricted to regular technical degree or diploma courses (such as B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm) in AICTE-approved colleges.
Q.What is the family income limit?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹8 Lakhs per annum.
Q.Can two daughters from the same family apply?
Yes, a maximum of two girl children per family are eligible to apply and receive the scholarship simultaneously.
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