AICTE Technical Book Writing & Translation Scheme 2025: Authors & Translators in Regional Languages

AICTE-Technical Book Writing and Translation Scheme is dedicated to the promotion of the use of Scheduled Regional Languages in Technical Education and local language knowledge base development. AICTE started this scheme with the aim to promote writing and translation of technical books in Indian languages. The plan extends financial aid to authors, co-authors, and translators of technical books, written or translated by them for undergraduate (UG) as well as diploma courses. The program is planned for enabling sharing of technical know-how in regional languages, enhancing the accessibility of it and comprehensibility to the students.

Objectives:

• To encourage the writing and publication of technical books in Indian scheduled regional languages.
• To facilitate the creation of a treasure of technical knowledge incorporating the latest developments.
• To provide financial support for distinguished faculty, writers, and translators who are engaged in the writing and translation of technical books.

List of 12 Scheduled Regional Languages covered under the scheme:

1. Hindi
2. Assamese
3. Bengali
4. Gujarati
5. Kannada
6. Malayalam
7. Marathi
8. Odia
9. Punjabi
10. Tamil
11. Telugu
12. Urdu

Benefits:

The maximum funding available for the scheme is as follows:

1. Original Book Writer (UG Courses): ₹2,00,000
2. Original Book Writer (Diploma Courses): ₹1,50,000
3. Reviewer for UG: ₹40,000
4. Reviewer for Diploma: ₹30,000
5. Translator for UG & Diploma: ₹1,00,000
6. Reviewer of Translated Books in Regional Languages for UG & Diploma: ₹20,000
   (In case of an author & co-author for one book, the amount will be split between the authors).

Eligibility:

1. Faculty (retired or current) from AICTE-approved institutions in fields such as Degree, Diploma, Pharmacy, Management, Architecture, etc.
2. The author(s) should have a proven academic record and expertise in the subject and the language chosen for writing/translation.
3. Authors must be recognized for similar work previously and have a good command over both the subject and the language.
4. The project should be focused on technical education in recognized institutions.

Application Process:

Offline Application:

1. Visit the AICTE website and navigate to Schemes > Staff Development Schemes > Technical Book Writing and Translation or visit AICTE Official Scheme Page.
2. Download the Application for Technical Book Writing and Translation.
3. Fill in the required details accurately.
4. Ensure that every page of the application form has the signature and stamp of the Institute’s Head.
5. Attach all required documents.
6. Submit the completed application form via registered post or speed post to:
   • Prof. Dileep N Malkhede,
     Adviser, RIFD,
     All India Council for Technical Education
     Nelson Madela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi – 110070

Documents Required:

• Institute Details
• Details of the Writer/Translator
• Book Details to be Evaluated
• Academic credentials of the book writer
• Purpose/Benefits of writing/translating the book
• Mandate Form (For Institutes/Colleges)
• Aadhar card (if applicable)
• Passport-sized Photograph of the writer/translator

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. What is the AICTE-Technical Book Writing & Translation Scheme?
   It is a scheme aimed at promoting technical education through books written or translated into regional languages.

2. Who manages the scheme?
   The scheme is managed by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education).

3. What are the benefits of the scheme?
   The scheme provides financial support to authors, translators, and reviewers of technical books.

4. Who is eligible to apply?
   The scheme is open to faculty members from AICTE-approved institutions, as well as authors with expertise in technical subjects.

5. What is the funding for Original Book Writing?
   The funding for Original Book Writing is ₹2,00,000 for UG courses and ₹1,50,000 for Diploma courses.

6. What is the financial support for Translators?
   Translators for UG and Diploma books are eligible for ₹1,00,000.

7. How can I apply for the scheme?
   Applicants can apply offline by downloading the application form from the AICTE website.

8. What documents are required for the application?
   Documents such as Institute details, Aadhar card, Passport-size photograph, and Academic credentials are required.

Sources and References:

• AICTE Official Website
• Guidelines and Application Form available on the AICTE website.