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The AICTE Postgraduate (PG) Scholarship Scheme is a centrally funded scholarship programme by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Education, Government of India. It provides financial assistance to full-time GATE/GPAT/CEED qualified students admitted to AICTE-approved postgraduate programmes in engineering, architecture, and pharmacy. The scheme supports students pursuing M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Pharm. degrees to promote quality technical education and research.

Application Window: 31 August 2025 – 31 December 2025
Official Website: AICTE PG Scholarship Scheme

Objectives

  • To encourage meritorious students to pursue postgraduate education in technical fields.
  • To support higher-level research and innovation in engineering, technology, architecture, and pharmacy.
  • To reduce financial burden on students and help them focus on academic and research activities.
  • To develop a pool of technically skilled postgraduates for academia, research, and industry.

Eligibility & Selection

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be admitted as a full-time student in AICTE-approved institutions.
  • Must be pursuing M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Pharm. or equivalent programmes.
  • Must have a valid GATE/GPAT/CEED score at the time of admission.
  • Must not be receiving any other financial assistance/scholarship during the course.
  • Must possess an Aadhaar-linked bank account for DBT transfers.

Selection Process

  • Online application submission on the AICTE portal.
  • Verification by the institute where the student is enrolled.
  • Approval and sanction by AICTE based on eligibility and availability of funds.

Benefits & Coverage

  • Monthly stipend of ₹12,400 for a duration of 24 months or until course completion (whichever is earlier).
  • Contingency grant as per institute’s norms (if applicable).
  • The scholarship is credited directly to the student’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Application & Portal Advantages

  • Apply online through the official AICTE PG Scholarship Portal.
  • Centralized and paperless application process for quick processing.
  • Secure digital verification by institute authorities.
  • Real-time status tracking and automated updates to students.
  • Transparent disbursement and direct credit to beneficiaries through DBT.

Summary Table

ParticularsDetails
Scheme NameAICTE PG Scholarship Scheme
Launched ByAll India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), MoE, Govt. of India
Applicable ForGATE/GPAT/CEED qualified full-time PG students (M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Pharm.)
Academic RequirementValid GATE/GPAT/CEED score and admission in AICTE-approved institution
Other ConditionsNot receiving any other scholarship; full-time enrolment
Scholarship Amount₹12,400 per month for 24 months
Application Window31 August 2025 – 31 December 2025
Application ModeOnline
PortalAICTE PG Scholarship

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