Sarkari Yojana
AlCTE – Distinguished Professional Scheme
About AlCTE – Distinguished Professional Scheme
The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), functioning under the Ministry of Education, runs the AICTE-Distinguished Professionals Scheme to raise the quality of technical education across India by drawing on the expertise of professionals, emeritus professors, and other eminent figures.
Objective: The Distinguished Professional Scheme (DPS) taps into a pool of highly accomplished experts — from industry, institutes, research labs, and senior civil service — to inspire and motivate students and faculty at AICTE-approved institutions.
What’s expected of Distinguished Professionals:
(i) Engaging with faculty and UG/PG/PhD students. (ii) Furthering industry-connect initiatives. (iii) Encouraging research and innovation. (iv) Promoting startups and entrepreneurship. (v) Helping institutions boost student employability. (vi) Supporting the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) and activities tied to societal upliftment.
Duration: Nominees under the scheme can serve for up to three years, or until age 75, whichever arrives first, with possible extensions based on fitness.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry of Education
University / Institution
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for AlCTE - Distinguished Professional Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must have made outstanding technical or…
The applicant must have made outstanding technical or professional contributions to society within their field.
The applicant must be a recognised leader in…
The applicant must be a recognised leader in their specific field, actively engaged in research, technology development, or innovation.
The applicant must be able to commit to…
The applicant must be able to commit to 2 visits per month, up to 12 visits a year.
Benefits Provided
AlCTE - Distinguished Professional Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
₹15,000 honorarium for each full day spent interacting…
₹15,000 honorarium for each full day spent interacting with faculty or students.
Travel and local hospitality costs are handled by…
Travel and local hospitality costs are handled by the host institution.
Professionals are encouraged to make at least three…
Professionals are encouraged to make at least three visits to rural institutions each year.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Resume/CV (as a PDF profile)
Resume/CV (as a PDF profile)
Educational documents (degree, master's if any, PhD if…
Educational documents (degree, master's if any, PhD if any — combined into one PDF, in chronological order)
Experience certificate (in chronological order)
Experience certificate (in chronological order)
Evidence of recognised contribution to your field
Evidence of recognised contribution to your field
Evidence of a sustained career commitment to teaching,…
Evidence of a sustained career commitment to teaching, research, creative work, and service to the university and wider community
Evidence of a strong reputation in student supervision,…
Evidence of a strong reputation in student supervision, mentorship, and educational leadership
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for AlCTE - Distinguished Professional Scheme through the online application process outlined below.
Apply Procedure:
Interested applicants must fill out the Google Form…
Interested applicants must fill out the Google Form to apply for the scheme.
Enter the requested information and upload all the…
Enter the requested information and upload all the necessary documents.
Selection Procedure:
Selected Professionals are notified promptly, on a monthly basis, once the Council's competent authority approves their nomination.
NOTE: The AICTE-Distinguished Professional Scheme offer remains valid for the period stated in the request/invitation letter, and the Professional is asked to confirm their acceptance.
What the Host Institute Must Do:
Submit an expression of interest in response to AICTE's call on a chosen topic.
Work with the AICTE-assigned Professional to schedule the visit by mutual agreement.
Cover all travel and logistics costs, and arrange the administrative support and local hospitality needed for a successful visit.
After the visit, submit a report along with participant feedback in the prescribed format; AICTE will then issue a certificate of recognition for the activity.
Also submit the completed honorarium form for the Distinguished Professional to AICTE after the visit.
Objectives
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Official Application & Website
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