The AICTE YOUTH UNDERTAKING VISIT FOR ACQUIRING KNOWLEDGE (YUVAK) scheme was launched on May 21, 2021, to provide financial grants to AICTE-approved institutions for study tours of Atal Tunnel, Himachal Pradesh. The program allows a team of one faculty and 10 students to gain firsthand knowledge about the construction techniques, challenges, and innovations used in the Atal Tunnel.
Objectives
- Provide students with practical exposure to modern engineering techniques.
- Understand the New Austrian Tunneling Method used in tunnel construction.
- Learn about the challenges and risks in excavation, landslides, heavy snowfall, and tunneling at high altitudes.
- Improve the quality of engineering education and encourage research & innovation.
- Encourage technical field visits for students in AICTE-approved institutions.
Benefits
The scheme provides a financial grant to cover travel, accommodation, and incidental expenses for the team of 10 students + 1 faculty member as follows:
| Expenditure Heads | Institutes under NRO & NWRO | Institutes under Other Regions |
|---|---|---|
| Train Fare (Institute to Chandigarh & Back) | ₹30,000 | ₹60,000 |
| Transport (Chandigarh to Manali & Atal Tunnel Visit) | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| Boarding & Lodging (Manali, 3 Days) | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| Total Grant Amount | ₹1,70,000 | ₹2,00,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Only AICTE-approved institutions in technical education are eligible.
- Institutions must be ranked between 01 to 500 in the NIRF ranking.
- Each selected institution can send a team of 10 students + 1 faculty member.
Application Process
Offline Application
- Institutions fulfilling the eligibility criteria must submit their applications online on the AICTE portal.
- AICTE will review and approve applications based on the NIRF ranking and availability of grants.
- Selected institutions will receive funds for the study tour.
Documents Required
- Institute details (NIRF ranking, approval certificate).
- Details of the faculty member leading the tour.
- Team member details (student list and department).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is the AICTE YUVAK Study Tour of Atal Tunnel scheme?
It is a financial grant scheme launched by AICTE to support study tours of the Atal Tunnel for engineering students. - Q: When was this scheme launched?
The scheme was launched on May 21, 2021. - Q: Who manages this scheme?
The scheme is managed by AICTE, Ministry of Education, Government of India. - Q: What is Atal Tunnel and where is it located?
Atal Tunnel is a 9.02 km-long highway tunnel located under the Rohtang Pass in Himachal Pradesh. It is the longest high-altitude tunnel in the world. - Q: What is the main objective of the scheme?
To provide engineering students with hands-on exposure to tunnel construction technologies and challenges. - Q: What is the eligibility criteria for institutions?
Institutions must be AICTE-approved and ranked between 01-500 in NIRF rankings. - Q: How many proposals per institution are accepted?
Each institute can apply only once during the entire scheme duration.
Sources & References
Guidelines
Application Form
Mandate Form
List of Selected Institutes
Call for Applications Notice