The Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme for GATE/GPAT Qualified Students is an initiative by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) to support technical education in India. Under this scheme, AICTE provides financial assistance of ₹12,400 per month to full-time GATE/GPAT/CEED qualified students pursuing postgraduate degrees in AICTE-approved institutions.
Benefits
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Amount | ₹12,400 per month per student |
| Leave Entitlement | – Casual Leave: 15 days per academic year – Medical Leave: Up to 30 days per academic year – Maternity/Paternity Leave: As per Government of India norms, once during the course tenure |
| Scholarship Duration | 24 months or the course duration, whichever is lower |
| Work Requirement | PG students must undertake 8-10 hours per week of teaching/research activities (e.g., tutorials, laboratory work, research assistance, computer lab support, library work, etc.) |
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must have a valid GATE/GPAT/CEED score at the time of admission.
- The student must be admitted as a full-time scholar.
- The student must be enrolled in AICTE-approved postgraduate programs such as M.E., M.Tech., M.Arch., and M.Des. in AICTE-approved institutions.
- Final-year students of dual-degree integrated programs are eligible for the scholarship from the 9th semester onwards.
- AICTE also reserves 10% of scholarships for EWS (Economically Weaker Sections), provided the institution has admitted students from EWS.
Exclusions
- Students receiving financial assistance from other organizations will not be entitled to this scholarship during the period of external funding.
- Foreign students, sponsored candidates, and management quota admissions are not eligible.
- Students reapplying for PG courses after previously availing of an AICTE scholarship cannot receive the scholarship again.
Application Process
Mode: Online
- Institutes Upload Student Details: AICTE-approved institutions upload details of eligible students and assign them a Unique ID.
- Students Register on AICTE PG Scholarship Portal:
- Visit PG Scholarship Portal.
- Log in using the Unique ID and upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Verification by Institute: The institute verifies the student’s details and approves their eligibility.
- Approval & Disbursement: AICTE approves eligible students and disburses the scholarship through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size Photograph
- Proof of Age
- Academic Certificates (Mark Sheets/Grade Cards/Degree)
- Copy of GATE/GPAT/CEED Scorecard
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate (if applicable)
- Bank Account Details (Joint accounts, Jan Dhan, No-Frill accounts are not permitted).
- Any other document required by AICTE.
Note: Aadhaar number is mandatory for applying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is the objective of the PG Scholarship Scheme?
To provide financial assistance of ₹12,400 per month to full-time GATE/GPAT/CEED qualified students in AICTE-approved PG programs.
Q. What is the duration of the scholarship?
The scholarship is provided for 24 months or until the completion of the course, whichever is earlier.
Q. Is there any reservation for EWS?
Yes, 10% additional scholarships are available for EWS candidates in institutions that have implemented EWS reservations.
Q. What happens if a student avails financial assistance from another source?
If a student receives funding from any other organization, the AICTE scholarship is paused for that period. The remaining months of eligibility will be adjusted accordingly.
Q. Is teaching/research work mandatory for PG scholars?
Yes, PG scholars must undertake 8-10 hours per week of teaching/research assistance as per AICTE norms.
Q. Can students admitted through management quota apply?
No, students admitted under the management quota are not eligible for this scholarship.
Q. Can a student apply for the scholarship after requalifying GATE/GPAT?
No, students who have already availed AICTE PG scholarships cannot apply again after requalifying GATE/GPAT.
Q. What are the leave entitlements?
- Casual Leave: 15 days/year
- Medical Leave: 30 days/year
- Maternity/Paternity Leave: As per Government of India norms (once during the tenure)
Q. How is the scholarship disbursed?
The scholarship is transferred directly to the student’s bank account via DBT.
Q. What are the reasons for rejection of a scholarship application?
- Incorrect bank account details
- Aadhaar not linked to bank account
- Failure to upload required documents
- Admission under management quota
- Enrolled in non-AICTE approved programs
Q. Can AICTE impose new conditions or revise the scholarship scheme?
Yes, AICTE has the right to change conditions, modify eligibility, or revoke scholarships if necessary.