• AICTE Pragati Scholarship 2026 last date is October 31, 2026
• Girl students in AICTE-approved technical colleges can apply
• Required documents include income certificate and admission proof
• Rs. 50,000 per year for fees, books, and computer
• Apply online through the NSP portal
• Family income should not exceed Rs. 8 lakh per year
• Renewal process is also done through the NSP portal

The AICTE Pragati Scholarship helps girls who want to study but have money problems. It gives them money to keep studying technical subjects. This makes school easier for girls. The scholarship is for girls in technical colleges. It pays for fees, books, and computers. Girls can get Rs. 50,000 each year. This money helps them stay in school. With this help, girls can follow their dreams. They can become strong and smart. Every girl gets a chance to do well in life. The scholarship opens doors for many girls. It makes sure no girl is left behind because of money troubles. This way, more girls can study and get good jobs later. The Pragati Scholarship is making a big difference for girls all over India.

• Name: AICTE Pragati Scholarship
• Started by: AICTE (All India Council)
• Goal: Help girls study technical courses
• Who can apply: Girls in technical diploma, degree
• Amount: Rs. 50,000 per year
• For Diploma: Up to 3 years
• For Degree: Up to 4 years
• Number given: 5,000 per year
• Family income limit: Below Rs. 8 lakh per year
• Girls per family: 2 allowed
• How to apply: Online only
• Papers needed: Income proof, admission proof
• Last date: October 31, 2026
• Used for: Fees, books, computer, software
• How to renew: Online

Tip: The Pragati Scholarship helps girls study technical diploma courses. It gives 5,000 scholarships every year to girls joining first or second year in AICTE-approved colleges. They get Rs. 50,000 yearly for 3 years (first-year students) or 2 years (second-year students). This money is for fees, books, computer and other study things. It doesn’t pay for hostel or medical costs.

To get the Pragati Scholarship for Technical Diploma, girls must: Be in first or second year of a diploma course. The college must be approved by AICTE. Family income should be less than 8 lakh rupees per year. Girls must have good marks in their last exam. Only two girls from one family can get this help. Girls must not get any other scholarship. They should study full-time. Girls must pass all exams to keep getting money. They should have a bank account in their name. Girls must give correct details when they apply. They need to show proof of their family income. Girls should follow all rules of the scholarship.

• Join first year or second year diploma in an AICTE-approved college
• Be one of two girls from their family getting the scholarship
• Have family income below Rs. 8 lakh per year (need government proof)

The Pragati Scholarship also helps girls study technical degree courses. It gives 5,000 scholarships yearly to girls joining first or second year in AICTE-approved colleges. They get Rs. 50,000 each year for 4 years (first-year students) or 3 years (second-year students). This pays for college fees, computer, books and other study needs. It doesn’t cover hostel or medical costs.

To get the Pragati Scholarship for Technical Degree, girls must: Be in first or second year of a technical degree course. The college must be approved by AICTE. Family income should be less than 8 lakh rupees per year. Girls must have good marks in 12th class or diploma. Only two girls from one family can get this scholarship. Girls must not get any other scholarship. They should study full-time. Girls must pass all exams each year to keep getting money. The scholarship is for 4 years for first-year students. It is 3 years for second-year students. Girls get 50,000 rupees each year. This money helps pay for college fees, books, and other study things. It does not pay for hostel or medical costs.

• Join first or second year degree in an AICTE-approved college

• Scheme opens: June 2, 2026
• Last date to apply: October 31, 2026
• Fix wrong applications by: November 15, 2026
• College check by: November 15, 2026
• Final check by: November 30, 2026

• Scholarship amount: Rs. 50,000 per year
• For first-year degree students: Up to 4 years
• For second-year degree students: Up to 3 years
• For first-year diploma students: Up to 3 years
• For second-year diploma students: Up to 2 years
• Used for: College fees, computer, books, study items
• Not for: Hostel and medical costs

To apply for the Pragati Scholarship, you need some things. First, you must be a girl student. You should study in a college that AICTE approves. Your family's income should not be too high. You must have good marks in your exams. Keep all your papers ready.

• Admission proof
• ID proof
• Income certificate
• Bank passbook
• Caste certificate (if needed)
• Passport-size photos
• Fee receipt
• Last exam marksheet
• Lateral entry proof (if joining in second year)

• 5,000 scholarships for degree courses each year
• 5,000 scholarships for diploma courses each year
• Extra scholarships for girls from 13 Union Territories and North Eastern States

• Students picked based on 10+2 or equal exam marks
• Merit list made for each state based on available scholarships

• Students picked based on 10th or equal exam marks

To apply for AICTE Pragati Scholarship online:

• Go to the NSP Website
• Click “Students” then “Login” under “OTR”
• Click “Register” to fill the form
• Give details like mobile number and eKYC
• send to finish registration
• Search for AICTE Pragati Scholarship and click “Apply Now”
• Fill the form carefully and add needed documents
• Check everything and send
• Save your application number for later

To renew your AICTE Pragati Scholarship: Follow these easy steps to renew your scholarship. First, go to the AICTE website. Then, log in to your account. Look for the renewal option. Fill in all the needed details. Make sure everything is correct. Finally, send your form on time.

• Go to https://scholarships.gov.in/
• Enter your OTR number, password and captcha
• Click “Login” to see your dashboard
• Find AICTE Pragati Scholarship and click “Renewal Application Form”
• Fill the form and add new documents if needed
• Save your new application number

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• Scheme Guidelines for Diploma
• Login Page
• Registration Page

Heads up: Helpline Number for AICTE Pragati Scholarship If you need help with the scholarship, you can call this number. Someone will answer your questions about applying or getting money.

• Address: National Scholarship Division, Ministry Of Human Resource Development, Department Of Higher Education, West Block 1, 2nd Floor, Wing 6, Room No. 6, R. K. Puram, Sector 1, New Delhi 110066
• Phone: 0120-6619540
• Email: helpdesk[at]nsp[dot]gov[dot]in