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AICTE Saksham Scholarship for Differently Abled

AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education)

Amount
₹50,000 per year (up to 4 years)
Deadline
2025-26 cycle closed December 15, 2025 — 2026-27 dates not yet announced (typically opens Aug-Oct on NSP)
States
All India
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About This Scholarship

AICTE Saksham Scholarship for Differently Abled Students — central scheme for students with 40%+ disability pursuing technical education. Up to ₹50,000 per year for degree-level and diploma-level AICTE-approved courses. 2025-26 application window closed December 15, 2025. 2026-27 cycle dates not yet announced as of April 2026 — typical opening is Aug-Oct on the NSP portal. This is a CENTRAL scheme — routed separately from the Maharashtra MahaDBT-CAP integration.

This is a government scholarship classified as disability. It provides financial support of ₹50,000 per year (up to 4 years) to eligible students. The scheme is offered by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) and is applicable in All India.

Provider
AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education)
Amount
₹50,000 per year
Deadline
2025-26 cycle closed December 15, 2025 — 2026-27 dates not yet announced (typically opens Aug-Oct on NSP)
Coverage
All India
Courses
5 eligible
Type
Government · Disability

Eligibility Criteria

Who Can Apply

  • Differently abled students (40% disability or more)
  • Admitted to AICTE-approved institution
  • Family annual income below ₹8 lakh
  • Valid disability certificate from competent authority

Eligible Courses

B.TechB.PharmaB.ArchMBA (AICTE approved)Polytechnic Diploma

Applicable States

All India

How to Apply — Step by Step

1

Apply on AICTE Saksham portal

2

Upload disability certificate and income proof

3

Institute verification required

4

Scholarship credited to student bank account

Official Application Portal

Apply directly on the official scholarship website:

aicte-pragati-saksham-gov.in

Documents Required

Disability Certificate (40%+)
Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate
College Admission Letter
Marksheets
Bank Passbook

Important

Keep all original documents and 2 sets of photocopies ready. Ensure income and caste certificates are recent (issued within last 6 months). Bank account must be in student's name and linked with Aadhaar for DBT.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for scholarships?
Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in and create an account. Most central and state scholarships are available through NSP.
What documents are needed for scholarship applications?
Common documents include Aadhar card, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), bank passbook, previous year marksheets, and domicile certificate.
When is the best time to apply for scholarships?
Most scholarship portals open between July-October for the academic year. Apply as early as possible — many scholarships are first-come-first-served.
Can I apply for multiple scholarships?
Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships as long as you meet the eligibility criteria for each. However, some scholarships may not allow clubbing with other government scholarships.

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