AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls (Diploma/Degree Technical)
₹50,000/year for girls in AICTE-approved diploma/degree courses. Max 2 girls per family.
Last verified: 2026-11-01 · Yearly renewal required · Applies in: West Bengal (state domicile usually required; central schemes apply across states)
How to apply
Apply on NSP → AICTE Pragati. Institute (INO) + state (SNO) verification. Deadline ~31 Oct.
Deadline: 31 October 2026 (NSP AY 2026-27; verify yearly)
Wait after verification: 3–6 months after verification via DBT
Documents you need
- • Class 10/12 marksheet
- • Admission letter (AICTE-approved)
- • Income certificate
- • Aadhaar + Aadhaar-seeded account
- • Caste certificate if applicable
- • Parent declaration
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DBT Failure Reasons for Aicte Pragati Girls Scholarship
Aicte Pragati Girls payment uses the Direct Benefit Transfer route. Top reason for hold: bank account is not Aadhaar-linked for DBT. Second reason: spelling mismatch between Aadhaar, bank passbook and application (e.g., Kumar vs Kumaar). Even one letter can pause payment for months. Use PFMS 'Know Your Payments' to track status. Extra tip for aicte-pragati-girls: If PFMS shows 'Account blocked', do a Re-KYC at bank with Aadhaar.
Track it on PFMS Know Your Payments or NSP (scholarships.gov.in) to see exactly where your payment is stuck.
Aicte Pragati Girls FAQ: Combination & Yearly Renewal
Can I keep this scholarship plus another scholarship?
For Aicte Pragati Girls, holding two scholarships: As per 2026-27 NSP guideline, one merit-based + one need/welfare-based is allowed in many cases, subject to each scheme's GR. Aicte Pragati Girls This scheme's guidelines decide final eligibility for combination. - check latest GR/order.
Do I need to renew yearly?
Aicte Pragati Girls: Yes, yearly renewal is mandatory. You need to pass, maintain 75% attendance (varies by state) and re-verify Aadhaar/bank.
More about AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls (Diploma/Degree Technical)
AICTE's Pragati scholarship gives ₹50,000 a year to girl students in the first year of a technical degree or diploma at an AICTE-approved institution (or second year through lateral entry). Family income must be up to ₹8 lakh a year, and up to two girls per family can benefit.
Selection is on merit in the qualifying exam. You apply through NSP, and the money can be used for fees, books, a laptop or other study needs.
Mistakes students make with this scheme
- Applying in the second year of a regular degree — fresh applications are only for first year (or second year through lateral entry).
- Studying at an institution that is not AICTE-approved.
- Missing the yearly renewal.
What students ask about this scholarship
How many girls in a family can get the AICTE Pragati scholarship?
Up to two girls per family.
What is the income limit for Pragati scholarship?
₹8 lakh a year for the family.
Can diploma students get the Pragati scholarship?
Yes. Separate quotas exist for degree and diploma students in AICTE-approved institutions.
How is the Pragati scholarship amount used?
₹50,000 a year is paid for study needs — fees, books, equipment, a laptop or other learning costs.
Is Pragati merit-based?
Yes, selection is by merit in the qualifying exam (Class 12 or Class 10, depending on the course).
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Source: NSP (https://scholarships.gov.in) · Last verified: 2026-11-01. Amounts and dates change yearly — confirm on the official portal.