Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree)
The Pragati Scholarship supports girl students pursuing technical degree courses (B.Tech, B.Pharm, etc.) at AICTE-approved colleges, covering fees, books, and equipment for up to 4 years. The scheme is open to families earning up to ₹8 lakh per year, with up to 2 girls per family eligible. Students apply online through the National Scholarships Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
About This Scheme
The Pragati Scholarship supports girl students pursuing technical degree courses (B.Tech, B.Pharm, etc.) at AICTE-approved colleges, covering fees, books, and equipment for up to 4 years. The scheme is open to families earning up to ₹8 lakh per year, with up to 2 girls per family eligible. Students apply online through the National Scholarships Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
Full official description
A scholarship scheme by AICTE, MoE for Girl Students admitted in 1st or 2nd Year of the technical degree course in an AICTE approved institution. A maximum of two girl children per family are eligible to avail of the benefits. The benefits are provided for a period of maximum of 4 years for first-year admitted students and a maximum of 3 years for second-year admitted students through lateral entry. This scheme is an attempt to give young women the opportunity to further their education and prepare for a successful future by empowering Women through knowledge, skill, and self-confidence.
Benefits
- ₹50,000 per year for every year of study (up to 4 years for Year 1 entrants; up to 3 years via lateral entry)
- Covers college fees, books, computer purchase, equipment, and software
- Paid as a lump-sum annually directly to the student
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a girl student enrolled in Year 1 of a technical degree course (or Year 2 via lateral entry)
- The degree program must be at an AICTE-approved institution
- Family income from all sources must not exceed ₹8,00,000 per year
- Maximum 2 sisters from the same family can hold this scholarship
- Girls from 13 specified UTs and North-Eastern States receive automatic awards regardless of merit rank
- If a student fails or drops out, further scholarship is discontinued
Exclusions
If a candidate failed/drops out in a subsequent year, she will not be eligible for further scholarship.
If it is found that the student is in receipt of financial assistance in the shape of scholarship/any emoluments, salary, stipend, etc. from any other source during her course of study in the institute, the scholarship shall be discontinued.
If the gap period between the year of passing the qualifying examination and the admission session in a degree course is more than two years.
The scholarship is only applicable to a maximum of two girl children of a family.
How to Apply
New Registration:
Step 1: Visit the Registration page of the National Scholarships Portal. Step 2: Guidelines for Registration will appear. Scroll to the bottom. Read carefully the undertaking. Accept the Terms. Click “Continue”. Step 3: A Registration Form will appear. (The fields marked as * are compulsory). Fill in the details and click “Register”. Your Application ID and password will be displayed. The same will also be sent as an SMS to your registered mobile number.
Fresh Application:
Step 1: Visit the applicant Login page of the National Scholarships Portal Enter your Application ID and password. Step 2: Type the Captcha and click “Login”. Step 3: On the next screen, provide the OTP received on your registered mobile number. You will be directed to the Password Reset screen. Create a new password and confirm. Step 4: Click “Submit”. You will be directed to the “Applicant’s Dashboard”. Step 5: On the left pane, click “Application Form”. The fields marked as * are compulsory. Fill in the details and upload the documents. The verification of credentials of the students (caste, educational qualifications etc.) will be done through the DIGILOCKER facility of the MeitY, Govt. of India. Step 6: You can either click on “Save as Draft” to complete the application later. Else, click “Final Submit” to apply.
Track Payment Status:
The student can track their payment status from the template “Know Your Payment” in the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) Portal either by indicating their Aadhaar Number, Bank Account number or NSP Application ID.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a validity to the scheme benefits?
The benefits are provided for a period of maximum 4 years for first year admitted students and maximum 3 years for second year admitted students through lateral entry.
How many slots are there in this scheme?
A total of 5,000 scholarships are earmarked per annum under this scheme.
What would be the mode of payment of the scholarship?
The payment of the scholarship will be through DBT.
Are there any additional grants that may be payable in lieu of hostel charges and medical charges?
No other additional grant will be payable in lieu of hostel charges and medical charges etc.
What would be the mode of payment of the scholarship?
The payment of the scholarship will be through DBT.
I belong to a NorthEastern state. Am I eligible to apply for this scholarship?
Yes. All eligible girls who submit the online scholarship form, from following 13 Union Territories and North Eastern States will be given scholarship by AICTE.
Will I be eligible for the scholarship if I fail to get promoted to the next semester?
No. The scholarship will be terminated in that case.
Can I apply offline for the scholarship?
No. You need to visit https://scholarships.gov.in/ to apply.
Is there any application fee?
No. The entire application process is completely free of cost.
Am I eligible for this scholarship if two of my girl siblings are availing the benefits of this scheme?
No. You won't be eligible in this case.
Do I need to complete the application in one sitting?
No. You can save the application as draft and continue at a later time before the deadline.
How do I track the status of my application?
You can check the same anytime by visiting the Applicant Dashboard and clicking "Track Status" in the left pane.
What should be the type and size of the documents to be uploaded?
The format should be.pdf or .jpeg. The size of each document should not be greater than 200 kb.
In what cases a Bonafide Certificate from the institute is needed?
The Bonafide Certificate is needed to be uploaded with the application in a case where the institute is located in a State/UT different from the domicile State/UT of the applicant.
How do I know if a field in the application form is mandatory?
The mandatory fields have a red asterisk (*) mark at the end.
How do I prove that my Family Income (all sources) is less than Rs. 8 LPA?
A valid income certificate issued by State/ UT Government need to be enclosed as a proof of income.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Copy of SSC/10th certificate.
- Copy of HSC/12th certificate (In case of Degree level).
- Copy of ITI certificate (In case of Lateral Entry for Diploma level).
- Copy of Diploma certificate (In case of Lateral Entry for Degree level).
- Bank Passbook
- Category Certificate
- Aaddhar Card
- Study Certificate (Appendix-I)
- Annual Family Income Certificate (Appendix-II)
- Parent’s Declaration (Appendix-III)
- Bank Mandate Form (Appendix-IV)
- > [Download the Appendix from the link.](https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/AICTE/AICTE_2010_G.pdf)